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• HB46 was passed by bipartisan lawmakers with the belief that intoxicating hemp products would be restricted
• has to compete directly with an under-regulated recreational program selling the same or more intoxicating
• .. to allow thousands of people to go unchecked and under the radar, just in the name of business, while
• Our only problem is that we couldn't keep inventory there, which means that we had to drive back and
• You may be getting stoned off of this because there is so much in here that's intoxicating you.

Transcript Highlights:

• HB 46 was passed by bipartisan lawmakers with the belief that intoxicating hemp products would be restricted
• has to compete directly with an under-regulated recreational program selling the same or more intoxicating
• But to allow thousands of people To go unchecked and under the radar just in the name of business while
• Our only problem is we couldn't keep inventory there, which means that we had to drive back and forth
• You know, you may be getting stoned off of this because there is so much in here that's intoxicating

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• So no longer will VDACS be regulating intoxicating hemp.
• And then we have, as part of that shift, the report addresses known loopholes that allow intoxicating
• Excuse me, HB 1482 is cognate now to Senate Bill 352, which we will pass in a little while.
• We know that distracted driving leads to more casualties.
• We know that drunk driving kills. Did we sit on our hands and say, nothing to do here?

Keywords: March 14, 2026 - Regular Session Part 2, 976, house, all

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• I also agree with the previous speaker's comments that while the Attorney General's investigation is
• c> with the previous speaker's comments with the previous speaker's comments that<00:38:57.080> while
• <00:38:57.320> the<00:38:57.600> Attorney<00:38:57.960> General's that while
• the Attorney General's that while the Attorney General's investigation<00:38:59.000> is<00:38
• that is pending, it investigation, while that is pending, it is<00:39:10.280> not<00:39:10.440

Bills: HB389, HB469, HB1510, HB1573, HB1705, HB1858, HB1875, HB1946, HB1961, HB1962, HB2001, HB2093, HB2096, HB2097

Keywords: HB389, uncrewed aircraft, drone, drones, UAS, unmanned aerial vehicle, misuse of uncrewed aircraft, criminal offense, felony enhancement, drone crime, public safety, police, deputy sheriff, fire department, intoxicated operation, registration number tampering, property damage, bodily injury, Honolulu Prosecuting Attorney Package, Hawaii Revised Statutes

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• While preserving the combined limits applicable to both elections.
• While preserving the combined limits applicable to both elections.
• While preserving the combined limits applicable to both elections.

Bills: HB389, HB469, HB1510, HB1573, HB1705, HB1858, HB1875, HB1946, HB1961, HB1962, HB2001, HB2093, HB2096, HB2097

Keywords: HB389, uncrewed aircraft, drone, drones, UAS, unmanned aerial vehicle, misuse of uncrewed aircraft, criminal offense, felony enhancement, drone crime, public safety, police, deputy sheriff, fire department, intoxicated operation, registration number tampering, property damage, bodily injury, Honolulu Prosecuting Attorney Package, Hawaii Revised Statutes

Bills: HB389, HB469, HB1510, HB1573, HB1705, HB1858, HB1875, HB1946, HB1961, HB1962, HB2001, HB2093, HB2096, HB2097

Keywords: HB389, uncrewed aircraft, drone, drones, UAS, unmanned aerial vehicle, misuse of uncrewed aircraft, criminal offense, felony enhancement, drone crime, public safety, police, deputy sheriff, fire department, intoxicated operation, registration number tampering, property damage, bodily injury, Honolulu Prosecuting Attorney Package, Hawaii Revised Statutes

Bills: HB389, HB469, HB1510, HB1573, HB1705, HB1858, HB1875, HB1946, HB1961, HB1962, HB2001, HB2093, HB2096, HB2097

Keywords: HB389, uncrewed aircraft, drone, drones, UAS, unmanned aerial vehicle, misuse of uncrewed aircraft, criminal offense, felony enhancement, drone crime, public safety, police, deputy sheriff, fire department, intoxicated operation, registration number tampering, property damage, bodily injury, Honolulu Prosecuting Attorney Package, Hawaii Revised Statutes

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• <05:47:33.680> driving<05:47:34.160> with<05:47:34.480> enhanced device while
• driving with enhanced device while driving with enhanced penalties<05:47:35.200> when<05:47:35.440
• Current law already prohibits the use of handheld mobile devices while driving.
• More than a quarter of these drivers admitted to texting while driving, and more than a third admitted
• . driving. driving.

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• And my 17-year-old daughter can go get in the car, drive to a convenience store.
• She can drive there, get it, and there's nothing that anyone can do.
• We know that the FDA has said that 0.5 milligrams is too much to drive.
• And then, while we're out of session for the rest of the year, I don't know.” ...and then, while we're
• I just want to clean up a couple of things while I'm up here.

Keywords: 977, all

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• ,<03:21:44.440> they mislabeled, they are intoxicating, they mislabeled, they are intoxicating
• intoxicating hemp derivatives. intoxicating hemp derivatives.
• They're intoxicating products. Any version of this, THCA, THCO, delta, they're intoxicating. I may.
• November is because the intoxicating November is because the intoxicating hemp<04:27:50.240>
• opportunity to fix our missteps while opportunity to fix our missteps while we're<04:54:09.600><

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• But just to follow up on that, alcohol is intoxicating. AI is not physical.
• While I do agree that alcohol is intoxicating, I also Thank you for the question.
• While I do agree that alcohol is intoxicating, I also don't think you intended to create a distinction
• The emergency services are having to drive around potentially 45 minutes to an hour versus a different
• This bill has been out there for a while, and the original version is just a sunset.

Bills: HB1782, HB2293, HB3176, HB3544, HB3546, HB3619, HB4358

Keywords: artificial intelligence, education reform, innovation, funding, advisory council, broadband, Oklahoma Broadband Office, broadband access, statewide broadband plan, internet connectivity, grant programs, expansion council, termination plan, Oklahoma, Gas Hub, national laboratory, public-private partnerships, aerospace, high-performance computing, economic development

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• <00:23:09.960> while<00:23:10.159> in<00:23:10.320> the her condition while
• while in the her condition while while in the hospital<00:23:11.240> so<00:23:12.240> I
• I was essentially forced at to drive I was essentially forced at to drive without<00:59:45.240><
• Could you exempt this in the meantime while I get that work done? I'll take on the liability.
• <01:14:48.679> up make changes that eventually drive up make changes that eventually drive

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• Currently, driving license, driving while license invalid DWLI, a suspended license is a fine only Class
• DWLI offenses remains for those whose license has previously been suspended for driving while for driving
• while intoxicated offense.
• Um, you don't have to drive.
• for driving more than 90 MPH near Lake Somerville.

Bills: HB316

Keywords: Medicaid, healthcare, affordable care act, medical assistance, federal funding

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• or less intoxicating potential.
• or less intoxicating potential.
• or less intoxicating potential.
• or less intoxicating potential.
• or less intoxicating potential.

Keywords: 910, house, all

Summary: The committee first heard House Bill 302, which would repeal the requirement that a provider-patient relationship for medical cannabis certification be established in person first. The Department of Health said it supported the House Draft 2 version as a way to expand patient access, and several testifiers from the medical cannabis community and dispensary industry supported the bill, especially for patients on outer islands or those unable to travel. One witness asked that earlier language removed in committee be restored to further improve access. Representative Shimizu asked whether follow-up in-person visits would still occur, and DOH responded that this varies by provider, with some continuing in-person care and others moving to telehealth for chronic conditions. The committee then took up House Bill 712, relating to the federal 340B drug pricing program and contract pharmacies. The Office of Consumer Protection and the Attorney General’s office both said they supported the bill’s purpose but wanted it clarified and possibly moved into a standalone chapter rather than chapter 481B. Supporters, including Hawaii Pacific Health and the Queen’s Health Systems, said the bill is needed to protect safety-net funding and access to discounted drugs, citing large financial benefits from 340B and losses caused by manufacturer restrictions on contract pharmacies. PhRMA opposed the bill, arguing the issue is not access to discounts but accountability and transparency in how contract pharmacies distribute benefits, and said it was willing to discuss amendments. Members asked follow-up questions about whether there was data showing misuse; PhRMA said it did not have numbers, while hospital witnesses said the program is federally audited and used appropriately in Hawaii. Finally, the committee heard House Bill 1482, HD1, which would tighten hemp and controlled-substance definitions to exclude Schedule I cannabinoids from manufactured hemp products and clarify the treatment of artificially derived cannabis. The Department of Health supported the measure, saying it adds clarity to existing prohibitions. Kūre Hawaii and other supporters said it would close loopholes involving Delta-8 and similar products. An individual testifier urged stronger language to also cover compounds such as HHC, THCA, THCP, and THCO. In response to questions about enforcement against mislabeled hemp products, DOH explained that THC percentages are relative to product weight, that some products can remain under the hemp threshold while still containing significant THC, and that hemp flower is already prohibited from direct retail sale, though enforcement can be complicated and involves both administrative and criminal authorities.

Transcript Highlights:

• The other example idea of people is I don't know if you drive an SUV, Senator.
• If they are performing their duties on us while intoxicated, what a betrayal of that faith.
• intoxicated, would you accept that as friendly?
• intoxicated as a just, as a policy matter for this state, there should be some line that we draw.
• It's going to take a while to catch up.

Keywords: 996, all

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• The Senate will please remain standing while Senator Waters leads us in the Pledge of Allegiance.
• Senator Waters leads us in the while Senator Waters leads us in the pledge<00:14:08.640> of<00
• while intoxicated.
• <00:19:59.600> while<00:19:59.800> intoxicated.
• aggravated driving while intoxicated. aggravated driving while intoxicated.

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• Because of those costs, while the materials went up 20%, the labor went up 40%.
• Driving while intoxicated poses a significant danger to all road users, but the risk is even more severe
• Senate Bill 826 relating to the operation of a motor vehicle in a school crossing zone while intoxicated
• Senate Bill 826 relating to the operation of a motor vehicle in a school crossing zone while intoxicated
• We can love and respect people and help them while we hold up a standard of truth.

Bills: SJR85, SCR29, SCR38, SCR42, SB23, SB39, SB209, SB227, SB240, SB330, SB527, SB584, SB618, SB619, SB636, SB663, SB715, SB732, SB758, SB801, SB825, SB826, SB843, SB844, SB847, SB870, SB884, SB912, SB957, SB1013, SB1020, SB1065, SB1143, SB1152, SB1164, SB1183, SB1257, SB1299, SB1325, SB1349, SB1413, SB1455, SB1539, SB1558, SB1574, SB1583, SB1624, SB1642, SB1643, SB1667, SB1717, SB1718, SB1727, SB1734, SB1756, SB1757, SB1784, SB1789, SB1832, SB1868, SB1870, SB1883, SB1896, SB1920, SB1924, SB1963, SB2010, SB2018, SB2024, SB2037, SB2052, SB2073, SB2111, SB2161, SB2196, SB2207, SB2253, SB2268, SB2322, SB2323, SB2332, SB2349, SB2371, SB2533, SB2570, SB2601, SB2626, SB2692, SB2705, SB2717, SB2774, SB2788, SB2877, SB2920, SB2, SB260, SB1786, SB1, HJR4, SJR36, SJR50, SJR63, SJR85, SJR84, SCR12, SCR39, SCR38, SCR42, SCR29, SCR4, SCR18, SCR43, SCR46, SB2023, SB825, SB2010, SB1870, SB62, SB666, SB847, SB284, SB854, SB1073, SB810, SB1539, SB1505, SB583, SB957, SB1502, SB507, SB1026, SB1349, SB1433, SB1434, SB1376, SB1585, SB1772, SB2016, SB1163, SB619, SB1122, SB732, SB731, SB397, SB508, SB1436, SB287, SB261, SB1882, SB618, SB393, SB1791, SB826, SB1257, SB870, SB529, SB209, SB1883, SB2024, SB2429, SB1999, SB511, SB2309, SB510, SB1860, SB2037, SB1924, SB2253, SB2018, SB2206, SB1963, SB1643, SB1299, SB841, SB668, SB584, SB1085, SB2431, SB1490, SB1868, SB2314, SB434, SB2046, SB1667, SB1727, SB2127, SB1975, SB1760, SB1734, SB1335, SB2246, SB2439, SB1624, SB1244, SB1468, SB2717, SB1612, SB1262, SB604, SB2395, SB1832, SB1745, SB1746, SB2207, SB1784, SB1524, SB528, SB437, SB269, SB1137, SB968, SB636, SB747, SB1325, SB1789, SB1455, SB2056, SB1940, SB2052, SB1579, SB2068, SB3034, SB844, SB1920, SB1558, SB1236, SB1044, SB884, SB463, SB227, SB240, SB517, SB1200, SB1410, SB1626, SB1845, SB1863, SB2216, SB2681, SB1717, SB2141, SB2323, SB2200, SB2332, SB2199, SB1642, SB1757, SB2050, SB1138, SB2626, SB2458, SB1864, SB2201, SB1862, SB1583, SB1055, SB2660, SB1898, SB2662, SB2161, SB2964, SB2881, SB1065, SB801, SB2743, SB2533, SB1413, SB2073, SB3014, SB3013, SB2774, SB2702, SB2629, SB2443, SB2349, SB2167, SB2145, SB2121, SB758, SB648, SB647, SB512, SB438, SB1721, SB2268, SB1495, SB2705, SB2366, SB1422, SB1369, SB1013, SB682, SB2692, SB2570, SB2797, SB2111, SB1896, SB1164, SB1020, SB663, SB2371, SB1152, SB2196, SB2383, SB2581, SB2798, SB330, SB646, SB843, SB1998, SB1418, SB2788, SB1169, SB2873, SB1754, SB1534, SB1718, SB2779, SB2004, SB1143, SB1756, SB912, SB2119, SB2032, SB527, SB1580, SB1952, SB2601, SB2322, SB2448, SB1777, SB1283, SB407, SB2392, SB2076, SB2786, SB3031, SB2877, SB2876, SB2284, SB2225, SB1540, SB2920, SB2929, SB1395, SB1972, SB2540, SB1183, SB2742, SB2595, SB2217, SB2117, SB715, SB2330, SB1964, SB1383, SB500, SB1640, SB39, SB2001, SB2080, SB2722, SB506, SB2514, SB2623, SB2658, SB1574, SB2900, SB23, SB2753, SB2398, SB401, SB1241, SB2927, SB2173, SB2538, SB898, SB467, SB1449, SB2529, SB1531, SB2846, SB2476, SB2031, SB986, SB1181, SB2075, SB2154, SB2864, HB135, HB1109, SCR48, SB31, SB2880, SB1359, SB2386, SB771, SB2844, SB2550, SB1351, SB1423, SB1931, SB2245, SB2589, SB2707, SB2807, SB2351, SB410, SB659, SB816, SB2776, SB2693, SB2580, SB1980, SB1886, SB1234, SB739, SB482, SB456, SB127, SB1666

Keywords: Texas constitutional amendment, property tax relief, school district taxes, ad valorem tax, homestead exemption, residence homestead, elderly homeowners, senior citizens, disabled homeowners, age 65 or older, school finance, tax exemption increase, local school taxes, property tax exemption, homestead tax relief, voter approval, school district revenue, tax rollback, disabled persons exemption, El Paso

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• See, unless you're intoxicated at the time or driving in a way, as one prosecutor put it to me, at 100
• <00:20:56.440> behavior, Yet, driving is a patterned behavior, Yet, driving is a patterned
• I welcome any questions. documented dangerous driving. documented dangerous driving.
• <00:30:30.160> they're occurs in their presence while they're occurs in their presence while
• So, A beloved member of my community was struck and killed while bicycling, and the driver was driving

Keywords: 916, all

Summary: The Judiciary Interim Committee met under time constraints and asked members to rank interim topics for a letter to Management Council. The committee then took brief public testimony on a series of proposed study topics, with no formal votes recorded in the transcript. Early testimony focused on landlord eviction rights, where speakers said the court eviction process is too slow, can worsen housing shortages, and leaves landlords unable to recover rent, fees, or damage costs. The foster care topic was presented as a request to examine whether the system gives too much weight to reunification and not enough to the child’s best interests, especially for younger children. A Blue Envelope Program proposal was also discussed; supporters said it would help law enforcement communicate with autistic or otherwise communication-challenged individuals during traffic stops and emergencies, and improve consistency statewide. The committee also heard a proposal to study Wyoming’s homicide-by-vehicle statute, with testimony from a constituent whose mother was killed by a repeat dangerous driver. Speakers argued the current law leaves a gap because prior DUIs, high-risk driving history, and other aggravating factors do not meaningfully affect charging unless intoxication or extreme conduct is present. Related testimony from Wyoming Pathways said the change should be a tool in the toolbox for prosecutors and could improve safety for pedestrians and drivers. Senator Cooper then raised campaign finance reform and dark money, urging a resolution asking Wyoming’s congressional delegation to seek a constitutional amendment to overturn Citizens United and restore state control over election spending transparency. Additional topics included a request from the Wyoming Livestock Board to review peace officer statutes so its investigators could act on felonies committed in their presence or prevent imminent bodily harm, while remaining within their current duties and certification. Representative Lee asked for review of non-disclosure agreements in public-private partnerships and executive sessions so the public can eventually understand how such agreements were used. Senator Pearson asked for interim consideration of shared custody amendments, saying fit parents should have a fair opportunity for shared parenting after separation. Representative Storer proposed revisiting DUI penalties, especially for refusal of chemical testing, arguing that refusal often prevents prosecution and that the law should impose treatment and license suspension consequences. The committee also heard a request to review statutes involving political parties, and the state court administrator asked for interim study of remote public access to court records, citing ongoing automation efforts, privacy concerns, and funding needs.

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• first thing I was told is you're going to learn a lot from your co-chair because he's been there for a while
• from stakeholders to better understand how we can optimize this process to maintain high standards while
• A recent report from the OIG, while Florida demand in ways, highlighted the need for improved consumer
• I don't like when any store is selling alcohol to minors or to people who are intoxicated.
• A veterinary assistant would be someone who is maybe restraining the patient while the technician is

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure opened its first hearing of the session with remarks from Chair Chan and Senate Co-Chair Pavel Payano, who emphasized consumer affordability and professional licensure reform. The chairs also reviewed public testimony rules, noting the hearing was recorded, testimony would be public, and speakers should avoid including sensitive personal information. The committee then heard testimony on several bills carried over from prior sessions and new proposals, with each witness generally speaking in support of the measure they addressed. On self-storage, Joe Doherty of the Self Storage Association supported House Bill 340 and Senate Bill 236, saying the bills would clarify abandonment procedures, allow electronic delivery and signatures for rental agreements, and address situations where a renter fails to return a signed contract after a facility sale, while preserving existing consumer protections. On housing and fair housing education, Nicholas Pelletier and counsel Justin Davidson of the Massachusetts Association of Realtors supported House Bill 343 and Senate Bill 232, which would require fair housing education for real estate licensees; they said fair housing training is already part of MAR’s programs but is not required for all licensees, and Pelletier described a personal example of discriminatory treatment in a rental application. Senators asked whether other states have similar requirements and requested follow-up information. The committee also heard strong support for House Bill 348 and Senate Bill 220 on licensure of applied behavior analysts from Dr. Pauli Gidej of MABA and Dr. Charlie Newfield of Beacon ABA Services. They argued that a dedicated board would improve oversight, speed licensing, and help reduce delays that affect access to autism services, noting the growing number of practitioners and the strain on families waiting for care. Later, Robert Mellion of the Massachusetts Package Stores Association testified for House Bill 390, which would expand alcohol license suspension penalties to all business activity for certain retailers; members questioned the impact on grocery and big-box stores, the difference between suspending alcohol sales versus closing an entire store, and whether fines in lieu of suspension would be sufficient. The committee also heard testimony in favor of House Bill 407 and Senate Bill 277 to license veterinary technicians, with witnesses saying standardized education and licensure would improve animal safety, clarify scope of practice, and better distinguish technicians from assistants. Finally, Craig Orlin of Honda supported House Bill 474 and Senate Bill 291, which would use RMV contacts to notify drivers of open safety recalls and require recall completion as part of registration renewal; he said the bills could improve recall completion rates and address the large number of unrepaired vehicles on the road. At the end of the hearing, the chair noted several bills that did not receive testimony that day, invited written submissions by email, and announced the committee would reconvene in about two weeks. Representative McKenna moved to adjourn, Representative Keefe seconded, and the committee voted to close the hearing.

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• >> I'll say that while we don't have a specific law on intoxication and firearm possession, we also have
• for drunk driving. for drunk driving.
• person from carrying a firearm while person from carrying a firearm while they're<02:02:37.040><
• any other intoxicating substance? any other intoxicating substance?
• law on intoxication and firearm specific law on intoxication and firearm possession,<02:03:00.719>

Keywords: 1191, senate, all