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• This helps reduce the risk of secondary crashes, making Texas roadways a safe place to live.
• We're one of the top crash rates for CMV.
• Fatalities in the state at one point, being 1.4% of the population, we were 15%. of the fatalities.
• And as far as you know, are there any documented cases of fatalities?
• the safety profile so that we can, for once and for all... all end the streak here in Texas of fatalities

Keywords: 1184, house, all

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• In one incident in my district, a local officer responded to a multi-vehicle crash, and after guiding
• two people affected by the crash off the roadway, he checked on the driver who had consumed nitrous
• oxide prior to the crash.
• A second driver, allegedly driving under the influence of alcohol, crashed into the stopped vehicles.
• DUI crashes and fatalities are being reported all across our state.

Summary: The Senate Committee on Public Safety met on March 17, 2026, with no quorum at the start and throughout much of the hearing, so bills were presented and discussed but no final votes were taken. The committee heard SB 936 on nitrous oxide sales, SB 941 on commissary price caps in private immigration detention facilities, SCR 118 urging release of Jeffrey Epstein-related files, SB 1009 on juvenile detention standards, AB 46 on mental health diversion, and SB 948 on firearm safety training and registration for new residents. The chair explained public comment procedures and noted that SB 891 was on consent, but the transcript focused on the other measures. SB 936 drew strong support from the author, prosecutors, local officials, and public health/environmental groups, who described rising misuse of flavored large nitrous oxide canisters, youth targeting, impaired driving crashes, deaths, and waste disposal costs. Opposition from the ACLU argued the bill was too broad and should use a regulatory rather than criminal approach, warning about overreach into ordinary household items. Members generally expressed support, though some asked for narrowing amendments to avoid unintended coverage. SB 941 was presented as a cap on markups for commissary goods sold to detainees in privately run federal immigration detention facilities, modeled on prior prison commissary limits. Supporters described severe price inflation for basic necessities and the burden on families, while no opposition testified. SCR 118, calling for full release of unclassified Epstein investigation files, was supported by the author, a survivor statement, and anti-trafficking advocates; one member objected that the resolution could implicate people without full facts, while others emphasized transparency and survivor accountability. SB 1009 and AB 46 both centered on criminal justice discretion: SB 1009 would require clear and convincing evidence before detaining youth and was supported by defenders and youth advocates but opposed by probation and district attorneys who warned about public safety and resource constraints; AB 46 would narrow mental health diversion by allowing judges to deny diversion when public safety is at risk, with prosecutors and victims’ families supporting it and public defenders, ACLU, and behavioral health groups opposing it as an unnecessary restriction on treatment. SB 948 would expand firearm safety certificate requirements to include live-fire training and require new California residents to register firearms within 60 days; the author and gun-safety advocates supported it as a common-sense safety measure, and the hearing moved into support testimony as the transcript ended.

Transcript Highlights:

• In one incident in my district, a local officer responded to a multi-vehicle crash, and after guiding
• two people affected by the crash off the roadway, he checked on the driver who had consumed nitrous
• oxide prior to the crash.
• A second driver, allegedly driving under the influence of alcohol, crashed into the stopped vehicles.
• The DUI crashes and fatalities are being reported all across our state.

Keywords: 987, senate, all

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• So, um, and also in 2023 approximately 16% of the fatal crashes involved alcohol, about 33% involved
• So, um, and also in 2023 approximately 16% of the fatal crashes involved alcohol, about 33% involved
• So, um, and also in 2023 approximately 16% of the fatal crashes involved alcohol, about 33% involved
• I like to say crash.
• </c> fatality um while using a cell phone? fatality um while using a cell phone?

Keywords: 958, all

Summary: The committee met for its sixth and final interim meeting after a brief technical delay, approved the October 14 minutes, and heard a presentation on a proposed Kentucky hands-free driving bill. The main discussion centered on distracted driving and a draft measure modeled on South Carolina law that would prohibit holding or supporting a mobile electronic device while driving on public roads, while allowing limited exceptions for parked/stopped vehicles, navigation, emergency reporting, dispatch systems, first responders, and certain hands-free call functions. The bill would make a violation a $100 fine plus court costs, with the draft allocating fine revenue to the traumatic brain injury trust fund, Kentucky trauma care system, and veteran program trust fund. The sponsor also said the bill would address prior concerns about enforcement and clarify that officers need a clear, unobstructed visual observation before stopping a driver, and that they may not search or seize devices or make custodial arrests solely for the violation. Alyssa Burns gave emotional testimony in support of the bill, describing the death of her young daughter Kimberly in a crash she attributed to a distracted driver and urging lawmakers to pass the measure to improve roadway safety. The sponsor cited Kentucky traffic fatality statistics, including 814 deaths in 2023 and an estimated 20% involving distracted driving, and argued that the bill could reduce preventable deaths. Several members voiced support and sympathy, including remarks comparing the effort to past seat belt legislation and suggesting possible future additions such as community service. One member raised concerns about enforcement and whether officers could reliably observe phone use inside vehicles, while another asked about the bill’s interaction with existing texting-while-driving penalties and whether points would still apply. The sponsor said the draft was still being refined, acknowledged gray areas, and invited further changes as the bill moves forward.

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• Despite progress, there’s been a slight decline in some overdose fatalities, but certainly more harm
• Let's not lose any more of our loved ones to this fatal drug. Thank you.
• not lose any more of our loved ones to not lose any more of our loved ones to this<00:53:07.680><c> fatal
• </c><01:09:29.880><c> and</c> license um at the time of the crash and license um at the time of the crash
• </c> injury the next few weeks could be fatal injury the next few weeks could be fatal all<02:01:55.000

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

Transcript Highlights:

• In one incident in my district, a local officer responded to a multi-vehicle crash, and after guiding
• two people affected by the crash off the roadway, he checked on the driver who had consumed nitrous
• oxide prior to the crash.
• These are real events with real people suffering significant, sometimes tragic fatal consequences.
• The DUI crashes and fatalities are being reported all across our state.

Summary: The committee heard presentations on several bills and one resolution, with testimony largely focused on public safety, criminal justice, and victim/survivor protections. SB 936 by Senator Blakespear would restrict retail sale of larger nitrous oxide canisters to curb youth misuse and impaired driving; supporters included prosecutors, local officials, cities, counties, and environmental groups, while the ACLU opposed the bill unless amended to rely on regulation rather than criminal penalties. Members raised concerns about overbreadth and possible amendments, but the author said the bill would be narrowed and emphasized it would not create jail time, only escalating fines. SB 941 by Senator Padilla would cap commissary markups in private federal immigration detention facilities, mirroring a prior prison commissary law; it drew strong support from immigrant justice advocates and civil rights groups, with no opposition heard, and members expressed support for the measure. SCR 118 by Senator Gonzalez urged release of unclassified Jeffrey Epstein investigation files and greater transparency for survivors. The author and CAST testified in support, emphasizing survivor trauma and accountability; one committee member voiced concern that the resolution could imply facts not yet established and said he would likely abstain, while others supported the resolution as part of broader anti-trafficking efforts. SB 1009 by Senator Becker would require clear and convincing evidence before detaining youth in juvenile hall and would favor less restrictive alternatives; supporters included youth defenders, former system-involved youth, and many advocacy organizations, while probation and district attorneys opposed it, arguing it would limit judicial discretion, strain resources, and could jeopardize public safety. Members were split, with some emphasizing the harms of detention and others warning about home-environment risks and implementation challenges. AB 46 by Assembly Member Nguyen would revise mental health diversion law to give judges clearer authority to deny diversion when public safety is at risk. Support came from prosecutors, probation, and crime survivors who described cases where diverted defendants later committed serious violence; opposition from public defenders and civil rights groups argued that judges already have discretion, diversion is rarely granted, and the bill would reduce access to treatment and worsen outcomes. The author said the bill was a balanced compromise developed with stakeholders. Finally, SB 948 by Senator Aegean would require more comprehensive firearm safety training for firearm safety certificates and require new California residents to register firearms and obtain a certificate within 60 days; supporters from Brady and youth gun-violence prevention groups cited accidental shootings and child deaths, and the author noted possible future amendments on timing for new residents. Throughout the hearing, the chair repeatedly noted the committee lacked a quorum, so no votes were taken during the transcript.

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• Uh, this helps reduce the risk of secondary crashes, uh, making Texas roadways a safe, uh, place to travel
• We're one of the top crash rates for CMV, uh, fatalities in the state.
• At one point, being 1.4% of the population, we were 15% of the fatalities.
• And as far as you know, are there any documented cases of fatalities or serious accidents involving autonomous
• The safety profile so that we can for once and for all in the streak here in Texas of fatalities on our

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• Over 95% of railroad fatalities are due to crossing accidents and pedestrians.
• Over 95% of railroad fatalities are due to crossing accidents and pedestrians.
• Over 95% of railroad fatalities are due to crossing accidents and pedestrians.
• Over 95% of railroad fatalities are due to crossing accidents and pedestrians.
• </c><00:43:05.720><c> reporting</c> five clarifies act crash reporting five clarifies act crash reporting

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• This legislation came in the wake of a horrific crash on Long Island that left two adults fatally injured
• We knew that seat belts are shown to reduce fatalities by 44 percent and severe injuries by 45 percent
• Last year, we saw another horrific crash, this time in Western New York, that left five passengers dead
• WE NEED THAT WE NEEDED SEAT BELT WHICH IS ARE SLOAN TO REDUCE FATALITIES, BY 44% AND SEVERE INJURIES
• LAST YEAR, WE SAW ANOTHER HORRIFIC CRASH, THIS TIME, IN WESTERN NEW YORK, THAT LEFT FIVE PASSENGERS DEAD

Keywords: 993, senate, all

Summary: The Senate convened, approved the prior journal, and discharged several identical Assembly/Senate bills from committee so they could be substituted on the calendar. The chamber then took up and previously adopted two commemorative resolutions: one designating April 2026 as Sikh Heritage Month and another honoring Korean War veterans. Senators from both parties spoke in support of the Sikh resolution, emphasizing the community’s contributions, service, and the need for recognition and inclusion; the resolution was opened for co-sponsorship and the Sikh guests in the gallery were recognized. The Korean War resolution drew remarks from members recalling family service and the sacrifices of veterans, with repeated calls to preserve their stories and honor their legacy. The Senate then moved through the calendar, passing a series of bills. Among them were measures related to charter bus safety and seat belt awareness, coverage for doula services under insurance, social services/EBT-related changes, education, navigation, highway, public service, and hospital-closure reporting. Several bills passed unanimously or with only one dissenting vote; the social services bill drew the most opposition, with Senator Murray objecting that New York should first address EBT chip technology and skimming before adding new vendor requirements. One bill on the calendar was laid aside for the day. The chamber also adopted a supplemental bill authorizing the South Country Central School District to finance certain deficits, described by Senator Murray as a necessary rescue to keep the district operating and pay staff. Senators discussed the state budget impasse during debate on an extender bill, with the sponsor explaining it was a “clean extender” to keep government running through May 4 and cover payroll, health, education, and other essential payments. Senator Helming raised concerns about the lack of rural health transformation funding and the consequences of the delayed budget for schools, local governments, and hospitals. The extender passed, and the Senate adjourned until Monday, May 4, 2026.

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• crash went on to receive another ticket, get into another collision, or both.
• Police chiefs across the state see firsthand the consequences of high-risk driving: fatal crashes, families
• Police chiefs across the state see firsthand the consequences of high-risk driving: fatal crashes, families
• Police chiefs across the state see firsthand the consequences of high-risk driving: fatal crashes, families
• And sometimes surviving the crash is almost as punitive as losing your life.

Keywords: 988, house, all

Summary: The committee first heard AB 1535, which would allow a judge to consider a defendant’s political affiliation as an aggravating factor at sentencing when a felony is committed with political motivation. The author framed the bill as a response to political violence and a way to protect peaceful political expression, while opponents including the ACLU, Initiate Justice, and public defender groups argued the term “political affiliation” was vague, subjective, and could chill protected speech or lead to overbroad sentence enhancements. Members discussed deterrence, sentencing goals, and the need for a clearer definition. The bill was later approved on a due-pass-as-amended vote and sent to Appropriations. The committee then took up AB 1656, which adds human trafficking to the list of offenses that can constitute good cause for a continuance when a prosecutor has another court appearance. The author and a San Diego deputy district attorney said the change would help maintain continuity for trauma-affected survivors by allowing specialized vertical prosecutors to stay with cases from start to finish. Some public defender and justice organizations initially opposed or sought more review, but several later withdrew opposition after amendments. The bill passed on a due-pass-as-amended vote. AB 1589 followed, proposing to allow Level 1 reserve peace officers to use firearm suppressors while on duty, matching the exemption already available to full-time officers. Supporters, including the author, sheriff’s representatives, and reserve officers, said the measure was a narrow safety fix that would reduce hearing damage and align rules for officers with identical training and duties. Opponents from Brady and the ACLU argued suppressors are dangerous, unnecessary, and could reduce public safety or further militarize policing. After debate over fiscal concerns, officer safety, and community trust, the committee approved the bill on a due-pass vote. Later, AB 1566 was heard, which would align the statutory definition of severe neglect with the structured decision-making tool used by county child welfare agencies. Supporters said the change would reduce overreporting, racial disparities, and unnecessary family trauma while still requiring mandated reporters to report suspected abuse. School and law enforcement representatives opposed the bill, warning it could lower reporting thresholds and risk underreporting serious harm; members debated whether the bill changed reporting duties or only the back-end definition used in assessments. The bill ultimately received a due-pass vote but remained on call after a split roll. The committee also approved several consent items, including bills on human trafficking data, criminal procedure jurisdiction, unsafe handguns, and the Hugs Act. The transcript then moved to AB 1537, a bill to bar peace officers from secondary employment with DHS, with the author and immigrant-rights supporters arguing it would close a loophole allowing officers to work for federal immigration enforcement; police and sheriffs’ groups opposed it as overbroad and harmful to public safety partnerships.

Transcript Highlights:

• The fatalities are growing every year.
• We started out with zero fatalities in 2021, and we're moving up to multiple fatalities this year.
• I'm reducing crashes and fatalities, and I believe in investment in transportation.
• I also agree with you, Senator Epstein, and I'm a big believer in Vision Zero in reducing crashes and
• fatalities, and I believe in investment in transportation.

Bills: SB1001, SB1035, SB1056, SB1065, SB1138, SB1161, SB1204, SB1207, SB1248, SB1274, SB1284, SCM1002, SCM1006, SCR1020

Keywords: appropriation, economic security, blind individuals, older adults, state funding, Arizona Department of Corrections, ADC, corrections, prison, jail, correctional officers, prison guards, staffing, retention, salary increase, pay raise, wage increase, general fund, state budget, private prisons

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• </c><01:28:52.480><c> between</c> understand the facts of a crash between understand the facts of a crash
• </c><01:29:16.000><c> According</c><01:29:16.960><c> to</c> you're involved in a crash.
• According to you're involved in a crash.
• crash.
• crash.

Bills: HF1027, HF2226, HF1916, HF1915, HF1567, HF1986

Keywords: mortgage foreclosure, redemption, foreclosure surplus, sheriff's sale, junior lienholder, mortgagor, homeowner protections, loss mitigation, dual tracking, foreclosure redemption period, certificate of redemption, certificate of sale, sheriff, county recorder, registrar of titles, homeownership center, lien priority, real property, foreclosure by advertisement, surplus funds

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• During the past ten years, there were a total of four fatalities to school-aged children involving a
• While this sounds alarming, the chance of a violation leading to a fatality is 1 in 107.5 million.
• During the period of 2015 to 2024, there were 11 school bus-related crashes that involved pedestrians
• Only two fatalities resulted from a driver illegally passing a school bus, and notably, both of those
• Really, it's just looking at crash data.

Bills: HB767, HB 1242, HB1373, HB1404, HB1708, HB1936, HB2041, HB2198, HB2270, HB2315, HB2415, HB2427, HB2455, HB2457, HB2522, HB2523, HB2686, HB2763, HB2775, HB2944, HB3034, HB1683, HB1695

Keywords: highway designation, memorial, Montgomery County, Paul P. Mendes, transportation, HB 1242, Texas Transportation Code, U.S. Highway 281, Brooks County, Ernesto Soliz Cantu, memorial highway, road naming, TxDOT, road signage, commemorative resolution, memorial markers, county road 304, Huppergate Road, Los Robles Trail, Farm-to-Market Road

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• Texas also has the second highest number of gray crossing fatalities.
• Traffic crashes took over 3,800 lives. Additionally, about 16,000 people were seriously injured.
• Due to traffic crashes, establishing a new grant program for railroad crossing elimination furthers the
• goal. of reducing fatalities and serious injuries on our roads.
• Crashes at these crossings are even worse, bringing entire communities to a standstill.

Bills: SB35, SB284, SB296, SB305, SB857, SB995, SB1121, SB1555, SB1902, SCR25, SB 35

Keywords: transportation, TxDOT, Texas Department of Transportation, road projects, highways, infrastructure, bridge construction, interchanges, corridor improvements, road widening, railroad grade separation, sound barrier, unified transportation program, legislative notice, project prioritization, capital projects, state highway system, Farm-to-Market Roads, San Antonio, Harris County

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• We have also saved lives as it relates to traffic-related fatalities.
• In 2023, fatalities were reduced by 340.
• To reduce fatalities and to improve traffic safety has saved the lives of 615 individuals.
• Over a 10-year period, nearly 39,000 Californians lost their lives in crashes, and over 151,000 were
• All Californians stand to benefit from safer roads and an intervention before a crash can occur.

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• We have also saved lives as it relates to traffic-related fatalities.
• In 2023, fatalities were reduced by 340.
• and to improve traffic safety to reduce fatalities and to improve traffic safety has saved the lives
• We have more officers in visible patrol, which has driven down the fatalities in this state and made
• All Californians stand to benefit from safer roads and an intervention before a crash can occur.

Summary: The committee first heard a DMV budget presentation on the state-to-state verification system required for Real ID compliance and the Digital Experience Platform (DXP) modernization project. DMV officials said the state-to-state system is a pointer-based exchange used when a person applies for a license in another state, with only limited identifying data shared initially and the full driver history sent only after a qualified request. Members raised concerns about privacy, possible misuse by other states or federal actors, notification to Californians, hacking, and whether California could detect or stop abusive access. DMV said it can monitor requests, see patterns of access, work with AAMVA and legal counsel, and seek to block or challenge misuse; LAO said California is in a difficult position and should consider guardrails rather than opt out. On DXP, DMV said the project is on its revised schedule and budget, occupational licensing is complete, vehicle registration is expected by the end of calendar year 2026, and the full system should be finished by fiscal year 2028-29, with phased rollout and reappropriated funding to keep costs controlled. The committee then heard from the California High-Speed Rail Office of Inspector General on a trailer bill and AB 1608. The Inspector General said current law does not clearly authorize public reports or establish a framework for retaining and disclosing work papers, and the proposed trailer bill would create that framework while also adding authority to hire needed classifications and purchase goods and services. He also said the office needs a clearer statutory definition of “proposed agreements” and notice when the High-Speed Rail Authority is reviewing them, so the office can review contracts and related agreements effectively. LAO raised no concerns with the trailer bill language, and Finance said any amendments would come in the May revision. Members debated the scope of confidentiality in the Inspector General proposal, especially whether reports could be held confidential when they identify weaknesses in fraud controls, security, or other vulnerabilities. The Inspector General said confidentiality would be temporary, tied to articulating the risk, reassessing it every 120 days, and releasing the report once the risk is no longer substantial; he also said the office had already published reports at its discretion and had found at least one procurement violation involving an amendment that added services not in the original contract. Several members pressed for stronger transparency and suggested time limits or broader disclosure, while others argued the bill would improve oversight and make the Inspector General’s authority clearer. No votes were taken during the discussion, and the item was left for further work on the trailer bill and AB 1608 language.

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• , crashes and fatalities.
• And do you think that this is creating an environment where folks are just going to go faster and crash
• data tells a different story, because in all of those other states, you have seen an increase of crashes
• and fatalities.
• , lead to more fatalities.

Keywords: 959, house, all

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• To back up the fact that, you know, increasing speed increases fatalities, crashes and fatalities.
• And do you think that this is creating an environment where folks are just going to go faster and crash
• different story, because in all of those other states, you have seen an increase of, you know, of crashes
• and fatalities.
• , lead to more fatalities.

Summary: The House convened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, then approved the House Journal by roll call vote, 120-0. Members also suspended House Rule 98 to allow hats on the chamber floor, approving that motion 87-32. The chamber then recognized several special guests and personal introductions, including the Eugene High School basketball team, family members of members, and other visitors. One member delivered a lengthy personal privilege speech responding to a U.S. Supreme Court voting-rights decision and urging protection of democracy and voting access. In committee reports, the House received favorable reports on substitute House Bill 2426 and Senate Bills 866 and 863. The chamber then agreed to a conference on the property-tax omnibus package, Senate Bills 1066 and 1088. On third reading, House Bill 3329 passed 142-0, repealing expired tax credits, and House Bill 3405 passed 138-0, cleaning up SALT deduction language and clarifying it as a deduction rather than a credit. House Committee Substitute for House Bill 2426, a parental-rights bill, was debated at length with opposition focused on its school reporting and financial-ledger provisions, but the motion to pass it failed 70-60. The House then took up Senate Bill 1233, a licensure bill dealing with CPA licensing and other professional licensing provisions. One amendment removing compacts and related language was adopted, a nursing-home physicals amendment was withdrawn, and the bill passed 129-6. Senate Bill 1408, originally a highway-speed bill, was heavily amended to remove some Department of Revenue and other provisions, while adding or revising items including vehicle inspections, motorcycle lighting, hands-free enforcement, driver education, and specialty plates for women’s professional sports; it passed 82-53. The final bill of the day, Senate Substitute No. 2 for Senate Bill 863, creating a five-member interscholastic athletic oversight commission for appeals from statewide activities associations, was introduced and debated, with questions raised about its relationship to MSHSAA.

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• In 2024, there were 23 fatal crashes on the roadway system across the state involving ATVs and UTVs.
• The 23 ATV and UTV fatal crashes is compared to eight bicyclist, 56 pedestrians, and 76 motorcyclists
• There have been eight ATV crashes, including one serious injury crash.
• <c> to</c><00:06:57.800><c> eight</c> UTV fatal crashes is compared to eight UTV fatal crashes is compared
• including one Serious injury crashes including one Serious injury crash<00:07:16.479><c> um</c><00:07

Keywords: 1183, house

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• It has been incredible to see how many crashes we are experiencing on PCH.
• It's a high-foot-traffic area, and in fact, just this weekend there was a fatal crash on PCH between
• I mean, we've gotten, every other day in Long Beach, we have crashes that have mostly resulted in fatalities
• The point here is to deal with traffic fatalities and injuries.
• The point here is to deal with traffic fatalities and injuries.

Summary: The committee heard several privacy, technology, and public safety measures. SB 898 by Senator Weber Pearson would require manufacturers of connected consumer products to disclose the minimum period of software support and notify consumers when support is nearing or has ended. Consumer Reports supported the bill as a consumer protection and cybersecurity measure, while some members raised concerns about enforcement through the unfair competition law and the possibility of private lawsuits. The bill was moved on a 5-1 vote to the Senate Judiciary Committee, with amendments to be taken there. SB 1279 by Senator Gonzalez would authorize Long Beach to place speed safety cameras on Pacific Coast Highway under the same privacy and equity guardrails as the existing pilot program, including no facial recognition, confidentiality of DMV data, warning notices, and reduced fees for low-income recipients. Supporters said the cameras would address severe speeding and fatal crashes on PCH, while opponents raised civil liberties, due process, and concerns about automated enforcement and identifying the actual driver. The committee voted 6-2 to send the bill to Appropriations, and it was placed on call. The committee also advanced SB 1111 by Senator Ashby, the Artificial Intelligence Abuse Protection Act, which would create civil remedies for nonconsensual AI voice, image, and video cloning. Support came from SAG-AFTRA and Common Sense Media, and members discussed concerns about employer liability and the scope of the bill, but no opposition testified. The measure passed 7-1 to Public Safety and was placed on call. SB 1217 by Senator Grove, backed by survivors of trafficking and nonconsensual intimate imagery, would create a DOJ-run clearinghouse to verify removal requests and require platforms to take down intimate images within 48 hours. Survivors described ongoing harm from images still circulating online; members focused on privacy, DOJ capacity, cybersecurity, and the lack of a private right of action. The bill passed 8-0 to Public Safety and was placed on call. Finally, SB 1095 by Senator Perez would require fusion centers and participating agencies to adopt MOUs limiting the sharing of sensitive personal information for immigration enforcement or racial profiling, require annual reporting, and add oversight and audit provisions. Supporters argued fusion centers have operated with too little transparency and have been used to circumvent California privacy and immigration laws; some members raised operational concerns about defining prohibited sharing and how the restrictions would work in practice. The discussion continued, with the author noting committee amendments and existing state law as the basis for the bill's guardrails.