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• In 1986, under the Honorable Tony Anaya, the first government-to-government principles and agreement
• was articulated to government.
• Section E.
• Section E or most, yeah, all of Section E. Is that correct? Yes, Mr. Speaker and gentlelady.
• All of Section E. So, Mr.

Bills: HB111, HJR1, HB61, HB8, HB30, HB43, HB156, HJM2, HM7, HM17, HM4, HM22, HM23, HM24, HM26, HM2, HM16, HM11, HM14, HM21, HM34, HM50, HB70, SB3, HJM3

Keywords: water law, state engineer, civil penalty, compliance order, water rights, overdiversion, illegal diversion, groundwater storage and recovery, well license, permit violation, water enforcement, New Mexico water code, irrigation district, conservancy district, water diversion, unauthorized water sales, measuring device, district court appeal, water resources, water compliance

Bills: SB241

Keywords: child care, child care assistance, child care subsidy, early childhood education, early childhood care, daycare, preschool, pre-K, Head Start, Early Head Start, Children's Code, early childhood education and care department, ECECD, child care facilities, licensed child care, registered child care, copayments, waitlist, subsidy, federal poverty level

Bills: SB241

Keywords: child care, child care assistance, child care subsidy, early childhood education, early childhood care, daycare, preschool, pre-K, Head Start, Early Head Start, Children's Code, early childhood education and care department, ECECD, child care facilities, licensed child care, registered child care, copayments, waitlist, subsidy, federal poverty level

Bills: SB241

Keywords: child care, child care assistance, child care subsidy, early childhood education, early childhood care, daycare, preschool, pre-K, Head Start, Early Head Start, Children's Code, early childhood education and care department, ECECD, child care facilities, licensed child care, registered child care, copayments, waitlist, subsidy, federal poverty level

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• 3, Section 810523 of the Natural Resource Code, to include the uncontrolled release of oil. ...gas or
• In the Natural Resources Code, the fine would increase from $10,000 to $25,000, and in the Water Code
• Code from $5,000 to $25,000.
• I see this as good government.
• For natural gas systems, Texas Utility Code Section 121 gives the Railroad Commission this specific authority

Bills: HB2766, HB2891, HB3334, HB3791, HB3911, HB4021, HB4041, HB4042, HB4384, HB4426

Keywords: inactive wells, oil and gas regulation, environmental protection, Railroad Commission of Texas, well plugging, Railroad Commission, penalties, violations, pipeline safety, civil penalties, criminal penalties, wildfire prevention, oil and gas, safety inspections, administrative penalties, excavation, notification, utilities, underground facilities, regulatory compliance

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• State government committee will Okay. State government committee will come to order.
• called the Chevron case where they basically said The Chevron case where they basically said that as government
• Legislative Council, basically asking for ratification of the code books and coming in with the errata
• sections where there are errors in the code that were put in the book and making those corrections.

Bills: SB248, SB242, HB44, SB266, HB44

Keywords: Alabama Administrative Procedure Act, APA, administrative law, judicial review, agency deference, Chevron deference, de novo review, contested case, state agency, regulatory power, individual liberty, statutory interpretation, rule interpretation, license revocation, license suspension, tax assessment, tax refund, administrative appeal, circuit court, Montgomery County

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• The parity we are providing in Chapters 501, 502, 503, and 505 of the Labor Code governs the Texas Department
• Jonathan Scheinberg, who's a local Austin-area cardiologist, Dr.
• Chair, through our local existing board. Thank you. Thank you. Any questions, members?
• This bill will connect local business leaders, local government officials, education providers, and members
• or even local dollars.

Bills: HB322, HB331, HB673, HB 1147, HB 1154, HB2488

Keywords: JET Grant Program, career education, technical education, community colleges, technology solutions, high demand jobs, first responders, acute myocardial infarction, stroke, benefits, compensation, presumption of disability, emergency services, healthcare, Medicaid, mental health, substance abuse, treatment access, cost, insurance coverage

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• Last year alone, the industry paid $27.3 billion in state and local... local taxes, and state royalties
• more of the minerals out of one wellbore than we used to. used to take, you know, 8-16 wells per section
• state and local government, state of course, and then local governments with increasing avalorum.
• Instead of the 15 years in the current version of the bill and its substitute the section of the bill
• We removed, I believe it's section 2.

Bills: SB1150, SB763, SB1061, SB1146, SB1198, HB279, HB310

Keywords: concrete plants, environmental regulation, permit process, air quality, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, SB 1061, uranium mining, production area authorization, TCEQ, Water Code, groundwater, groundwater conservation district, restoration table value, restoration values, contested case hearing, Chapter 2001, mineral rights, surface owners, notice requirements, environmental permitting

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• Chair recognizes. 33 The committee substitute will remove section C2 that was added inadvertently and
• Senator Hancock, Senator Hughes, Senator Parker, Senator- 120 I will then return the motion to send a local

Bills: SB1150, SB763, SB1061, SB1146, SB1198, HB279, HB310

Keywords: concrete plants, environmental regulation, permit process, air quality, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, SB 1061, uranium mining, production area authorization, TCEQ, Water Code, groundwater, groundwater conservation district, restoration table value, restoration values, contested case hearing, Chapter 2001, mineral rights, surface owners, notice requirements, environmental permitting

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• Freeman Fate, and to be a member of the Governing Board of the Texas Civil Commitment Office, Bruce W
• Truly, Texas government is stronger because of Longhorns and Aggies. 30 Longhorns serve in the Texas
• Today, here in the Texas Senate, we proudly honor our local United Way organizations and other incredible
• , we have business supporters, executive directors, CEOs, volunteers, board and staff members from local
• I would like to specifically recognize the representatives from the local United Ways and nonprofits

Bills: SB26, SB28, SJR36, SB26, SB616, SB565, SB384, SB28

Keywords: teacher compensation, education funding, public school educators, teacher retention, teacher designation, lottery, gambling, internet gaming, mobile application, criminal offenses, aquifer, water management, Edwards Aquifer, sustainability, regulatory framework, SB 565, Texas Water Code, TCEQ, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, compliance agreement

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• And pretty much developed locally by the school district, Steve. That's correct.
• On page 3 in, let's see here, section 7. on line 66.
• What I don't understand is because you have that definition high-needs and rural in that section when
• This bill has a section on liability insurance.
• He's prescribed a section on liability insurance.

Bills: SB26, SB28, SJR36, SB26, SB616, SB565, SB384, SB28

Keywords: teacher compensation, education funding, public school educators, teacher retention, teacher designation, lottery, gambling, internet gaming, mobile application, criminal offenses, aquifer, water management, Edwards Aquifer, sustainability, regulatory framework, SB 565, Texas Water Code, TCEQ, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, compliance agreement

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• likely to represent, to recommend, Department of Government Efficiency than a pay raise.
• We're talking about the constitutional officers of a co-equal branch of government.
• It also tells us that government regulation of a service drives up the price.
• It's chapter 161.001B1. 1-0 of the family code.
• Thanks for laying out that government tax list. 439

Bills: SB26, SB28, SJR36, SB26, SB616, SB565, SB384, SB28

Keywords: teacher compensation, education funding, public school educators, teacher retention, teacher designation, lottery, gambling, internet gaming, mobile application, criminal offenses, aquifer, water management, Edwards Aquifer, sustainability, regulatory framework, SB 565, Texas Water Code, TCEQ, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, compliance agreement

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• Well if we get in the unanimous, I would request local but if but if you want to we have to amend it.
• Will stand in line at their local county clerk's office to re-register their brand.
• It's an important bill concerning agricultural code.
• Kirshbaum mentioned, and that is found in Texas Utilities Code section 36-210.
• There is none, Senate Bill 616 will be reported to the local and contested.

Bills: SB 384, SB 503, SB 565, SB 616, SB 740

Keywords: hunting license, fishing license, donation, operation game thief fund, wildlife conservation, livestock, electronic registry, marks and brands, Texas Animal Health Commission, animal identification, SB 565, Texas Water Code, TCEQ, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, compliance agreement, enforcement suspension, utility consolidation, regionalization, water supply, sewer

Summary: The Senate Committee on Water and Agriculture and Rural Affairs convened under the leadership of Chairman Kelly Hancock, who opened the meeting with a prayer in remembrance of Chairman Perry, who was absent due to a personal loss. The session focused on the discussions surrounding SB384, which aims to support the longstanding initiative known as Operation Game Thief. Senator Flores presented the bill, emphasizing its essential role in the fight against poaching through public support. The operation has a successful track record of convictions but is currently dependent on donations and merchandise sales for funding. The committee aimed to vote on multiple bills during this session, contingent on achieving a quorum. Notably, discussions also revolved around fiscal notes on two bills that were set aside for later consideration, indicating the committee's intention to carefully manage their legislative decisions. The meeting showcased a productive atmosphere, with committee members actively engaged in the review and potential advancement of key legislative measures.

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• Is the United States government going to purchase it?
• Why not let the federal government or the pharmaceutical industry do this?
• local health care workforce shortages and training needs.
• While these products are not yet available in your local grocery store.
• To fund the R&D, I have used my retirement savings and received a local grant.

Bills: HB 44, HB 2200, HB 1612, HB 2747, HB 2038, HB 3717, HB 1431, HB 3800, HB 3801, HB 3560, HB 3246

Keywords: HB 44, Life of the Mother Act, abortion exceptions, medical emergency, reasonable medical judgment, pregnancy complications, maternal health, life-threatening condition, ectopic pregnancy, miscarriage, spontaneous abortion, fetal survival, Texas abortion law, abortion ban, physician liability, health care provider, disciplinary action, aiding and abetting, emergency abortion, obstetric care

Summary: The meeting of the public health committee focused on the pressing issue of opioid addiction in Texas, with a particular emphasis on House Bill 3717. Chairman Harris detailed the bill's intent to fund a grant program for Ibogaine clinical trials, framing it as a critical response to the ongoing opioid crisis. He shared poignant testimonies highlighting the struggles of families and veterans battling addiction and mental health issues. The conversation underscored the necessity of innovative treatments, like Ibogaine, which showed promising results in studies for reducing symptoms of withdrawal and PTSD.

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• And local government.
• The small transfer of land from our state government to our tribal government is a unique opportunity
• We've had meetings with our local representative, Representative Bliss, as well as our local senator,
• Section 3 of the bill, of the underlying bill, section 4, I believe of the amended bill, provides clarity
• The change in Section 5 recognizes the sovereignty of tribal governments and ensures that there is a

Bills: HF1587, HF2293, HF2218, HF1208, HF1482

Keywords: HF1587, Cass County, Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, DNR, condemnation, eminent domain, state land, surplus land, public waters, tribal land transfer, federally recognized Indian Tribe, tribal ownership, land conveyance, no consideration, land appropriation, natural resources, U.S. Highway 2, Section 27 Township 145 North Range 28 West, land return, Tribal sovereignty

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• resources from the federal government resources from the federal government for<00:02:26.560>
• By $34,500 in local matches in 2025. Additional local matches are being sought.
• tribal government as defined under<01:30:26.480> section under section under section 10.65<01
• The change in section five recognizes the sovereignty of tribal governments and ensures that there is

Bills: HF1587, HF2293, HF2218, HF1208, HF1482

Keywords: HF1587, Cass County, Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, DNR, condemnation, eminent domain, state land, surplus land, public waters, tribal land transfer, federally recognized Indian Tribe, tribal ownership, land conveyance, no consideration, land appropriation, natural resources, U.S. Highway 2, Section 27 Township 145 North Range 28 West, land return, Tribal sovereignty

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• I believe the federal government is still a little bit...
• And then the money gets transferred to the federal government.
• And then the money gets transferred to the federal government.
• Government Oversight will meet at 3:00 in Room 206. Mr. Floor Leader, thank you, Mr. Speaker.
• Government oversight will meet at 3 o'clock in room 206. Mr. Floyd. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.

Bills: SB1290, SB1530, SB1847, HR1050, SB169, SB1377, SB1990, SB1991, SB1778, SB1579, SB1992, SB3, SB2028, SB1928, SB2127, SB2117, SB1439, SB1930, SB330, SB1191, SB2110, SB2134, SB2069, SB2095, SB1613, SB1246, SB1976, SB1346, SB1509, SB2071, SB259, SB1314

Keywords: 2-1-1 services, revolving fund, Department of Human Services, crisis pregnancy, abortion, legal funding, research funding, development rebate, Oklahoma Department of Commerce, tax incentives, higher education partnerships, Medicaid, ADvantage Waiver, home-based services, eligibility criteria, healthcare, senior services, Taiwan, Oklahoma, sister-state relationship

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• And, you know, I just have to trust that our system of government works and that whether it's a local
• that we see taking place already in local governments.
• conflict with locally elected government.
• I think this allows some liberties and some freedoms to our local governments to decide whether or not
• That's what we're allowing our local governments to decide if they want to.

Bills: SB1290, SB1530, SB1847, HR1050, SB169, SB1377, SB1990, SB1991, SB1778, SB1579, SB1992, SB3, SB2028, SB1928, SB2127, SB2117, SB1439, SB1930, SB330, SB1191, SB2110, SB2134, SB2069, SB2095, SB1613, SB1246, SB1976, SB1346, SB1509, SB2071, SB259, SB1314

Keywords: 2-1-1 services, revolving fund, Department of Human Services, crisis pregnancy, abortion, legal funding, research funding, development rebate, Oklahoma Department of Commerce, tax incentives, higher education partnerships, Medicaid, ADvantage Waiver, home-based services, eligibility criteria, healthcare, senior services, Taiwan, Oklahoma, sister-state relationship

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• Speaker, and honorable representatives, especially Representative Pay, on behalf of the government and
• Senate Bill 169 by Kain of the House and Hall of the Senate, an act relating to state government.
• Represent Gann, so it would be absolutely irresponsible for us as a state government to not set aside
• What good is it to tell Oklahomans they have a right to protest their evaluation after the government
• So if you're being taxed out of your home right now, this government pamphlet will not save you.

Bills: SB1290, SB1530, SB1847, HR1050, SB169, SB1377, SB1990, SB1991, SB1778, SB1579, SB1992, SB3, SB2028, SB1928, SB2127, SB2117, SB1439, SB1930, SB330, SB1191, SB2110, SB2134, SB2069, SB2095, SB1613, SB1246, SB1976, SB1346, SB1509, SB2071, SB259, SB1314

Keywords: 2-1-1 services, revolving fund, Department of Human Services, crisis pregnancy, abortion, legal funding, research funding, development rebate, Oklahoma Department of Commerce, tax incentives, higher education partnerships, Medicaid, ADvantage Waiver, home-based services, eligibility criteria, healthcare, senior services, Taiwan, Oklahoma, sister-state relationship

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• Senator Middleton, section 3002.109 addresses jurisdiction.
• She picks it up at her local CVS.
• I'm not afraid of the government.
• They are not because this law talks specifically to Chapter 301 of the government code and as you probably
• already know, that code deals specifically with the legislature.

Bills: SB 8, SB 1, SB 2, SB 5, SB 10, HB27, HB7, HB17, HB1, SB 9, SB 7, SB 17, SB 4, HB20, HB18, HB7, HB17, HB1, HB20, HB18, SB9, SB7, SB17, SB4, SB1, SR85, SR87, SB8, SB5, SB2, SB10, HB27

Keywords: sex designation, restroom access, civil penalties, private civil right of action, women's privacy, campground safety, youth camp regulations, flood safety, emergency evacuation, health and safety standards, disaster relief, flood preparedness, emergency funding, local government support, meteorological forecasting, abortion, healthcare, jurisdiction, civil action, qui tam