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• Is there any discussion? Any discussion?
• Any discussion?
• Any discussion?
• Any discussion?
• Any discussion?

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• And we discussed implementation timeframes. And it was unanimous.
• Okay, so tell us, we had this discussion about the mail ballots.
• I know my fellow election administrators have discussed and will continue to discuss other implementation
• I know there was some great discussion yesterday.
• I hate that I wasn't a part of yesterday's discussion testimony.

Summary: The committee met to take testimony on implementation of SB 2753, which eliminates the gap between early voting and election day and creates a continuous voting period. Because the committee initially lacked a quorum, testimony proceeded without legislative action. The Secretary of State’s office explained the bill’s major changes, including new voting hours, combined reporting of in-person results, and the requirement that early voting locations also serve as election day sites. The office said it had formed a statewide steering committee, held workshops with nearly 200 local entities, and developed training materials, but recommended delaying implementation until next year to allow more time for training, budgeting, and resolving operational issues. County election officials and associations largely echoed concerns about cost, staffing, security, and logistics. Witnesses from Harris, Denton, Jefferson, Sherman, and Collin counties described the need for additional workers, equipment, and facility time, especially because the bill removes the usual break between early voting and election day. Several raised concerns about the two-lock ballot box requirement, the transition of election judges and party representation, and the difficulty of using the same locations for both early voting and election day in precinct-based counties or non-joint primary counties. Some witnesses suggested changes such as more flexibility in hours, clearer rules for ballot box keys and election judge transitions, and broader use of countywide polling places or joint primaries. A recurring theme was that the bill’s implementation would require a major public education effort, especially because election-night results would likely be delayed and early in-person and mail ballots would be reported differently than voters are accustomed to. Witnesses warned that delayed results could fuel confusion or misinformation if not explained in advance. Committee members generally agreed that the change could increase voter access but emphasized the need to get implementation right, with several asking witnesses to provide detailed legislative wish lists and specific statutory fixes for consideration in the next session.

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• I kind of like that, you know, given its sensitivity.
• And we've had this discussion in the past.
• And the planning process hopefully starts that issue discussion.
• </c><02:52:27.600><c> about</c> you know we had some discussion about you know we had some discussion
• We're very sensitive to those who may be triggered by the Los Angeles fires.

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• available, provided, however, the chairs may limit and redact testimony that is obscene, includes sensitive
• Now seated to the far right, my far right, there may be testimony today that is of a highly sensitive
• We also have concerns about the creation of specific and particular community-based programs, as discussed
• We would be happy to engage in further discussions and collaboration to ensure that the final version
• of my patients, young or otherwise, have involved parents who they can have open and supportive discussions

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Summary: The Joint Committee on the Judiciary held a lengthy hearing on several juvenile justice and parole-related bills, with much of the testimony focused on H. 2051/S. 1087 to end lifetime parole for juveniles and emerging adults, and H. 1923 to raise the age of juvenile court jurisdiction to include 18-, 19-, and 20-year-olds. Chairs Brandy Fluker-Reid and Lydia Edwards opened the hearing by noting the large number of bills and witnesses, the need to keep testimony moving, and special procedures for incarcerated witnesses and sensitive testimony. They also acknowledged the historic nature of the hearing being chaired by two Black women attorneys. No votes were taken during the hearing itself. Many incarcerated speakers and advocates supported ending lifetime parole, arguing that young people can change, that lifetime supervision creates constant fear of technical violations, and that it undermines rehabilitation, family stability, employment, and reintegration. Several testified about their own trauma, youth, and growth in prison programs, while others emphasized the costs of decades of supervision and the racial disparities in the system. Support also came from elected officials, UTEC, the Transformational Prison Project, United Way, CPCS’s Youth Advocacy Division, the Massachusetts Coalition to Prevent Gun Violence, and others, who said juvenile systems are better suited to developmentally appropriate treatment and that the bills would improve public safety and reduce recidivism. There was also opposition, including testimony from family members of a murder victim who argued that lifetime parole should remain for serious violent crimes and that some offenders are not sufficiently rehabilitated. One virtual witness described a family tragedy involving the kidnapping and murder of her infant nephew and warned that ending lifetime parole could remove needed long-term supervision for dangerous offenders. In addition to the juvenile justice bills, the committee heard testimony on H. 1867, a bill related to continuing care for severe mental illness, and H. 2063, which would increase penalties for assaults on correction officers and other prison staff; the correction officers’ union supported H. 2063 and related safety bills. The hearing continued with many more witnesses and bill topics, but no final committee action was announced in the portion provided.

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• Um, and it's very sensitive information, so I'll let you read that on your own.
• Um, and it's very<00:30:06.640><c> sensitive</c><00:30:07.120><c> information.
• So, I'll let very sensitive information.
• Um,<01:40:09.119><c> any</c><01:40:09.440><c> discussion?
• Representative I'm Um, any discussion?

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• Item E is a discussion of noncompliance with municipal accounting code.
• We have five cities or entities that we need to discuss today.
• So I'll end my discussion on that, Mr.
• Any discussion on the motion?
• Any discussion on the motion? All in favor? Second. Any discussion on the motion?

Summary: The committee approved the prior minutes and then received a series of audit and compliance updates. Staff reported on delinquent private water and sewer reports, delinquent 2013-2023 water reports, and several municipal accounting code noncompliance cases. Denning and Gum Springs were recommended to be removed from the 60-day clock after staff visits showed improved records, while Fargo, Lead Hill, Almy, Jericho, Haynes, Biggers, Gilmore, and Holly Grove were discussed for repeat findings involving missing audits, poor bookkeeping, unpaid or misapplied street funds, deficit balances, and other accounting deficiencies. Several of these entities were given additional time or had reports filed without objection, while others were deferred for later review. Fargo’s mayor said the town had been understaffed and was working to improve its accounting systems; the committee voted to defer the matter to the August meeting. Lead Hill’s mayor described efforts to complete overdue water audits and improve office procedures, and the committee also postponed action for 60 days. Almy’s mayor and recorder-treasurer were present, and the committee placed the town on the 60-day clock for repeat accounting issues. Biggers and Gilmore both acknowledged long-running audit problems and said they were working with auditors and the IRS; their reports were filed. Holly Grove’s treasurer said she had only recently taken the position, and that report was filed as well. The committee spent considerable time on the street-fund misuse cases for Jericho and Haynes. Jericho was found to have exceeded the statutory threshold tied to fines and costs, with staff noting the town had since become current on its repayment plan; the committee deferred the report to September. Haynes was also behind on its repayment plan for street funds, with staff saying the town had recently made up the shortfall and was current as of the meeting, but the committee still deferred the report to September. Members and staff also discussed how the speed-trap law is applied, whether certain fines and costs count toward the threshold, and the role of the prosecuting attorney in deciding whether to take further action. The committee then reviewed a special report on the Pulaski County Regional Solid Waste Management District, which had six findings involving board approval of payroll and contracts, credit card documentation, vehicle and cell phone use, competitive bidding, electronic funds controls, and unusually high advertising spending. District Director Craig Douglas said the board had delegated some authority, that receipts were missing during a temporary staffing gap, and that advertising was needed to educate the public; he also defended the sale of trailers and other equipment as a way to exit the trailer business. Several members questioned the explanations and the low resale value of equipment, but the committee ultimately deferred the report to September. The meeting also included a recognition of accounting students interning with audit staff and a final set of actions on deferred water and sewer reports: 11 were filed, seven were deferred for lack of proper responses, and a private report on Shannon Hills Water, Sewer, and Fire Department was noted as involving misappropriation by an office manager and inadequate internal controls.

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• Those are discussed, talked with the actuary and the foundation for how we got here today.
• Then the actuary prepares the valuation, so we got sensitivity analysis, which is multiple pages in your
• analysis which is so we got sensitivity analysis which is multiple<00:03:56.520><c> pages</c><00:03:
• I was downtown at the Capitol with my executive secretary, my boss, and had heated discussions.
• People were really heated discussions.

Keywords: Meeting Start: 00:00:00 Attendance Roll Call: 00:00:12 Approval of Minutes: 00:01:34 Actuarial Valuation Update – KPPA: 00:02:10 Actuarial Valuation Update – TRS: 00:25:32, 958, all

Summary: The meeting began with roll call, confirmation of a quorum, and approval of the prior minutes. The main presentation was from KPPA officials Ryan Barrow and Erin Saratt on the annual actuarial valuations for the retirement and insurance systems. They said the systems’ funding status improved overall, with three of five insurance funds fully funded, CERS hazardous dropping from over 100% funded to 90.9% because of premium changes, and KRS receiving $650 million in supplemental funding over the biennium. They also reported strong investment returns above assumed rates, higher payroll and membership counts, and resulting actuarial losses tied to higher salaries and premiums, especially on the insurance side. Members asked several questions about what drove the actuarial losses and whether legislation affected them. KPPA said the CERS insurance loss was driven by premium increases and Senate Bill 10, while the pension-side losses were largely due to higher payroll and benefits for Tier 1 and Tier 2 members. They explained that new Tier 3 employees are designed to add no additional unfunded liability, and that the state administers the systems but does not directly control all hiring. Questions also focused on retiree health premiums, which KPPA said rose about 15% for non-Medicare retirees and 38% for Medicare retirees, with the increase attributed to utilization, prescription costs, and the Inflation Reduction Act. The committee then heard from TRS Deputy Executive Secretary and General Counsel Beau Barnes on the 2025 TRS actuarial valuation. He reported that the Retirement Annuity Trust and Health Insurance Trust both received full funding, the retirement trust’s funded ratio improved to 61%, TRS 4 remains well funded with no liability, and the health insurance trust improved to 89.1%. Barnes said TRS is on track to fully fund legacy liabilities within the amortization period, with 2044 as the point when the system reflects 100% funding and 2046 as the last year needing additional dollars for the legacy liability. He also explained that lower assumed investment returns and updated mortality assumptions increased liabilities, but that TRS uses direct rate smoothing for budgeting purposes. At the end of the meeting, the chair circulated a proposed set of “do’s and don’ts of pensions,” emphasizing that future legislation should not create unfunded liabilities. Barnes also noted he would later discuss several legislative proposals for the 2026 session, but the transcript provided ends before that discussion or any votes on those proposals.

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• As I've discussed in previous forecasts, this is largely driven by faster spending on long-term care
• I'd now like to pivot and discuss an area of risk in our spending forecast.
• </c><00:32:27.639><c> our</c> the commissioner to discuss our the commissioner to discuss our long-term
• With that, I will turn it back to the commissioner to discuss our long-term budget.
• </c><00:36:40.119><c> the</c> resources today we've discussed the resources today we've discussed the

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Summary: Minnesota Management and Budget presented the February 2025 budget and economic forecast, with Commissioner Aon Campbell, State Economist Anthony Becker, and Budget Director Anam Mingi outlining updated revenue, spending, and long-term balance projections. The state’s FY 2026-27 general fund outlook remains positive but weaker than in November, with an ending balance of $456 million, down $160 million from the prior forecast. Looking ahead, the planning years FY 2028-29 show a projected deficit of just under $6 billion, driven largely by spending growth outpacing revenues. Officials emphasized that discretionary inflation is a major factor in the forecast, but also noted that those amounts are not automatically appropriated and would require legislative action. Becker said the national outlook has changed since November, with higher expected inflation, higher interest rates for longer, and slower growth in later years. He highlighted uncertainty around tariffs, trade policy, immigration policy, federal spending, and possible changes to tax and debt-ceiling policy, all of which could affect Minnesota’s economy and revenues. Minnesota’s labor market remains tight, with low unemployment and rising wages, and the revenue forecast was revised upward overall for FY 2026-27, including higher income and sales tax receipts, though corporate tax revenue was slightly lower than previously projected. Mingi said projected general fund spending is up $79 million in FY 2026-27 and $960 million in FY 2028-29 compared with November. The largest increases are in education and health and human services, especially due to inflation, higher pupil counts, special education costs, long-term care, and higher Medical Assistance spending. She noted that higher utilization of weight-loss drugs also raises Medicaid costs, and that a smaller assumed bonding bill helps offset some debt service costs. The commissioner and staff repeatedly warned that federal policy changes, especially possible Medicaid reductions, pose a major risk; they said Minnesota could face billions in lost federal funding, including a potential $2.4 billion hit if the enhanced Medicaid match for adults without children were eliminated. No votes or legislative actions were taken in the presentation.

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• Sensitive locations like schools, daycare, hospitals, and churches must be protected.
• Sensitive locations like schools, daycare, hospitals, and churches must be protected.
• Sensitive locations like schools, daycare, hospitals, and churches must be protected.
• Sensitive locations like schools, daycare, hospitals, and churches must be protected.
• They are working extremely hard. important discussion today and for your important discussion today and

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, 1012, house, all

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• So we had a great discussion. So I asked him to come back today.
• And I think. ...that's part of the reason, and I had that discussion with the governor.
• So thanks to the body for the discussion. Let me just say, Mr. President, today the U.S.
• Thank you to the body for the discussion. Thank you. Senator Worth, Mr.
• The title is Medicare supplement open enrollment, and this has been discussed with Senator Wilson.

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• It sometimes isn't as sensitive to...
• As has been discussed, schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder are severe mental illnesses that, if
• And I understand that concern, and I'm very sensitive to that.
• Honestly, I've had no contact on it so far, but I'm happy to discuss that. OK.
• We had some fairly robust discussion on this. Does anyone still have thoughts on it?

Bills: HB 1194, HB 1221, HB1738, HB1913, HB2177, HB2178, HB2180, HB2229, HB2282, HB2448, HB2492, HB2777, HB2984, HB3357, HB3553, HB3602

Keywords: emergency protection order, protective order, magistrate, criminal procedure, victim safety, family violence, domestic violence, stalking, assault, magistrate's order, temporary protection, court order duration, defendant restrictions, Article 17.292, Texas Code of Criminal Procedure, emergency restraining order, victim protection, firearm restriction, pretrial intervention, reimbursement fee

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• And if you guys have any questions about that, I'd be happy to discuss. Mr.
• Owen on our discussion in appropriations. And I agree.
• "That's my appreciation after discussing it with the authors." "Okay.
• the sensitivity to it.
• We had a discussion briefly, more recently. We're willing to continue to work on.

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• Did you discuss that in committee?
• Did you discuss that in committee?
• I'm uncomfortable hearing their ongoing discussion and conversation.
• Or is this some ongoing discussion that you've been having?
• Any discussion among the members about this memorial? All right.

Bills: HJR6, HJR7, HB120, HB60, HB151, HR1, HM13, SB40, SB104

Keywords: constitutional amendment, legislative sessions, veto override, New Mexico legislature, session length, legislative session, even-numbered years, New Mexico Constitution, student behavior, physical restraint, seclusion, public schools, training, de-escalation, student safety, behavior interventions, criminal offenses, peace officer, Victims of Crime Act, law enforcement

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• Any discussion? No? So I guess the minutes are approved.
• We started off doing community conversations, so meeting with community members, holding discussion forums
• So meeting with community members, holding discussion forums, and finding out what are the needs of the
• So this gives us some vision into what needs to be discussed with students at the high school level.
• I really appreciate the cultural sensitivity and all the work you're doing.

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Summary: The Employment Subcommittee of the Commission on the Status of Persons with Disabilities met on April 27 and approved the prior meeting minutes. The main presentation was from the Lawrence Partnership for Transition to Employment (LPTE), a five-year grant project focused on improving transition outcomes for youth with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Lawrence. Presenters described the project’s community conversations, consortium, and four work groups, with emphasis on the family-partnership work group and a family survey designed to better understand engagement barriers and transition needs. The survey results showed that family participation increased sharply when Lawrence Public Schools helped distribute the survey, rising from about a dozen responses to more than 200. Key findings included barriers such as scheduling conflicts, language access, childcare, and limited understanding of the IEP and transition process. Many families said they wanted their children to pursue college or employment after high school, but fewer reported access to pre-employment training, suggesting a gap between expectations and awareness of available services. The Lawrence team also described a bilingual transition website, workshops offered at different times with interpretation and childcare, and efforts to make transition planning more visible and accessible. Committee members responded with questions and comments about cultural barriers, early transition planning, college and community college pathways, trades, summer youth employment, and how to reach families earlier, especially in middle school. Presenters said Lawrence has a strong transition team and existing resources, but needs more real-world work experiences and better communication so families understand and use them. The meeting ended with thanks to the presenters, a note that committee members would meet with SEED later in the week about Massachusetts as a model employer, and an announcement that the May meeting would feature the Office of Veterans Affairs.

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• It's also very time sensitive.
• There have been discussions. No further questions. Thank you for your testimony.
• But I do want to have a heart in this discussion. These guys are really, really wanting to...
• I want to have a heart in this discussion.
• Did you know the average person spends less than 15 minutes discussing their insurance policies?

Summary: The House Health and Welfare Committee first briefly took up RS 33-691, a proposal related to the SNAP soda and candy restrictions passed the prior year. Sponsor Rep. Jordan Redman said the measure would refine the earlier law so more nutritious foods remain eligible while still excluding traditional soda and candy. The committee moved to introduce the RS and the motion carried. The committee then heard House Bill 818, sponsored by Rep. Brooke Green, which would require insurance coverage for fertility preservation for cancer patients facing treatment-related infertility. Green, Dr. Rihanna Menon, and Dr. Kristen Slater testified that cancer treatment can quickly threaten fertility, that decisions must often be made within days, and that the procedures can cost thousands of dollars up front. They described the bill as medically necessary, time-sensitive, and especially important for younger patients, including those with breast cancer, leukemia, and testicular cancer. Several patients and survivors also testified about their own experiences, emphasizing the emotional strain, the short decision window, and the financial burden when insurance did not cover the treatment. An insurance representative, Norm Varian of PacificSource, explained that the bill would create a new mandated benefit for non-self-funded plans and could trigger state reimbursement under federal benefit-deferral rules, with a fiscal note attached. Some members raised concerns about whether the bill should be limited to cancer patients when other conditions also cause infertility, while others supported the measure as a pro-family, pro-life policy. Rep. Green said she would refine the bill and return it next year, and the committee voted to hold House Bill 818 in committee.

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• So any more discussion? Senator Lenny.
• So any more discussion? Senator Lenny.
• Is there a discussion on the motion?
• So, Mike, you heard my discussion there earlier.
• Discussion. Senator Winthrow. Thank you, Madam Chair, just briefly.

Summary: The Senate Health and Welfare Committee first considered House Bill 494, which would move background-check rules into statute. Representative Josh Wheeler and Department of Health and Welfare Chief of Staff Jared Larson said the change was needed to maintain access to the FBI’s national fingerprint database and to clarify who is subject to checks, without adding new categories of people. Senators questioned the bill’s reference to federal public policy and the FBI’s role, and some expressed concern about federal influence and state sovereignty. After debate, a motion to hold the bill in committee failed, and the committee voted to send HB 494 to the 14th order for possible amendment, with the intent of restoring language related to sex-offender background checks. The committee then heard House Bill 526, which would expand Idaho’s cottage food law to allow certain time- and temperature-controlled foods to be sold directly by small entrepreneurs up to a $5,000 threshold. Representative Jeff Ehlers said the bill was meant to help startup food businesses avoid the cost of commercial kitchens and permits, while still requiring labeling and direct-to-consumer sales. Testimony from Food Northwest and public health district officials opposed the bill, warning that the foods involved carry greater foodborne illness risks, that the current cottage food labeling rules were designed for shelf-stable foods, and that the bill lacked training or safety standards. Supporters argued consumers should be able to choose and that regulation does not eliminate all risk. After discussion, the committee voted to send HB 526 to the floor with a due pass recommendation. Several senators voiced support for small business and consumer choice, while others noted concerns about food safety and liability. The committee adjourned after announcing it would meet again the next day.

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• So let’s continue to have the discussion. Right now, given our uncertainty.
• So let’s continue to have the discussion and see where we go. Okay, Senator.
• So, firstly, thank you for the opportunity to discuss the merits of S. 2150 today.
• We understand that regulation and environmentally sensitive design is important.
• We understand that regulation and environmentally sensitive design is important.

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Summary: The Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight heard testimony on several procurement-related bills. Senator Lovely and steel industry witnesses supported S. 2167/H. 3411, which would require preference for U.S. manufacturers on public construction projects using steel and other materials. They argued that Canadian and other foreign fabricators underbid Massachusetts firms because of exchange rates, subsidies, and different labor-cost structures, causing local job losses and economic leakage. Committee members asked about tariffs, market share, and whether the bill should be folded into broader municipal legislation; the witnesses said public work should stay in Massachusetts and that the bill would help preserve local industry and jobs. The committee also heard strong support for S. 2107, a bill to increase employment opportunities for people with disabilities in state and municipal contracting. Work Inc. testified that a preference for contractors employing people with disabilities would expand competitive employment, reduce reliance on public assistance, and generate net savings for taxpayers. Members asked about the estimated savings and whether recent federal changes to benefits would affect the numbers; the witness said the figures may need updating but that the underlying employment opportunity remains important. Another bill, H. 3339/S. 2187, would prohibit state and municipal contracts for new artificial turf fields containing zinc, plastic, or intentionally added PFAS. Sponsors and supporters cited health risks, heat retention, injuries, and PFAS contamination, while committee members discussed local bans, disposal problems, and whether indoor facilities or alternative materials could be used. Inspector General Jeffrey Shapiro testified in favor of H. 12 and H. 13, which would update Chapter 30B procurement thresholds and allow municipalities to bundle snow hauling and removal with plowing contracts. He said the changes would give local governments more flexibility, reduce confusion between school and municipal procurement rules, and make snow contracts more attractive to vendors. Members questioned whether quasi-public agencies and state entities should also be subject to 30B, and Shapiro said many public entities have their own procedures but that transparency and fairness should apply across the board. The committee also heard support for S. 2150, a software licensing bill aimed at preventing vendor lock-in by ensuring state agencies can run purchased software in the infrastructure that best fits their needs; the witness said restrictive licensing can drive up costs and create cybersecurity and modernization problems, and that similar laws have already passed in several other states.

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• Let's just discuss a little bit, if you could, with your vast knowledge, what this bill, what detriment
• Transgender, we wouldn't be having these discussions because you wouldn't want to sit here and have your
• I want to do it humbly and sensitively. It's not an easy issue.
• So to participate, landlords and property managers agree to share proprietary, competitively sensitive
• Again, it's a brand new substitute, so I read it going into this discussion.

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• We review and we meet and we discuss, and we make sure that we have followed policy or procedures, and
• We constantly have statewide calls discussing these concerns.
• Ratcliffe's area, but so they can discuss this and the institutions can discuss concerns to be as consistent
• And then the other thing, and it was discussed, I think, a little bit in the previous hearing, is the
• So for me, without, you know, like I said, because of the sensitivity around the litigation piece, you

Summary: The committee first handled routine actions, including quorum, governor’s appointments not required to appear, references to bills, and floor acknowledgments, with those items approved on 3-1 or 4-0 votes and left open for add-ons where noted. It then heard testimony on several CDCR appointments: Kathleen Ratliff and Joseph Tuggle as associate directors for adult institutions, and later Jason Johnson as Undersecretary of Operations. All three nominees emphasized long careers in corrections, support from family and colleagues, and a commitment to public safety, rehabilitation, and improving staff and institutional culture. Much of the questioning focused on the California model, staff safety, sexual abuse prevention, use-of-force incidents, visitation, and rehabilitation. Ratliff and Tuggle said the California model was poorly communicated at rollout but is intended to improve both staff wellness and rehabilitation, not weaken security. They described training, root-cause reviews, statewide calls, and direct engagement with staff and incarcerated people. On a widely criticized pepper-spray incident at Central California Women’s Facility, Ratliff said staff were disciplined, some terminated, and the facility received additional training on de-escalation, communication, use of force, and report writing. On sexual abuse and retaliation concerns, both nominees pointed to PREA training, multiple reporting channels, anti-retaliation monitoring, and a zero-tolerance policy. Members also pressed the nominees on visitation consistency, family reunification, contraband, and the San Quentin transition program. CDCR leaders said visitation is essential to rehabilitation and that the department is working toward more consistent statewide rules and a more family-friendly visiting environment. They also said contraband interdiction is being strengthened through K-9 searches, drone interdiction, and information sharing. Johnson, whose confirmation drew late opposition letters and a lawsuit alleging retaliation and workplace culture problems, said he was driving culture change, had improved reentry and community partnerships, and viewed rehabilitation as central to CDCR’s mission. After public support from former incarcerated people, advocates, and nonprofit leaders, the committee voted 4-0 to advance the appointments to the Senate floor.

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• I don't think it's a secret to anybody here that the state, through discussions with the Legislature
• Hall alluded to, we're sensitive to what sort of additional cost increases there are through all these
• And I guess, not to take up too much time, I know we're sensitive of that, but in the past we have done
• So we felt, as we did last year, and even more so this year, that it is a time-sensitive subject.
• I'm happy to discuss further if you'd like. Well, that's one of the topics.

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