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• citizen soldiers and airmen of your National Guard.
• </c><00:00:52.680><c> representing</c> Minnesota National Guard representing Minnesota National Guard
• He said there are four state cemeteries and authorization for a fifth.
• </c><00:59:15.559><c> $4.5</c> 2008 um you know we've authorized $4.5 2008 um you know we've authorized
• </c><00:59:23.119><c> uh</c><00:59:23.319><c> but</c> 1.23 uh is authorized uh but 1.23 uh is authorized

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• ,</c><00:36:09.760><c> and</c> them drafted, gather co-authors, and them drafted, gather co-authors,
• </c> Guard and he ignored their calls. Guard and he ignored their calls.
• ,</c><00:55:19.119><c> saying</c> He dismissed the National Guard, saying He dismissed the National Guard
• ><c> told</c><01:01:15.680><c> us</c> author of this resolution told us author of this resolution told
• </c><01:58:49.520><c> bill</c> have a bill, the defend the guard bill have a bill, the defend the guard

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• I see that many of these problems are based on too few guards guarding too many, and just stress that
• Because they're not going to rat out their neighboring guard who they know is gaming the system.
• I see that many of these problems are based on too few guards guarding too many, and just stress that
• I see that many of these problems are based on too few guards guarding too many, and just stress that
• </c><00:40:55.599><c> as</c> issued by the Hawaii pring Authority as issued by the Hawaii pring Authority

Keywords: 912, senate, all

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• </c> specific military authorities. specific military authorities.
• Guard. Guard.
• ,</c> National Guard, National Guard, New<01:17:44.960><c> Hampshire</c><01:17:45.360><c> Army</c><01
• Guard and New Hampshire Army National Guard and the<01:17:47.440><c> 157</c><01:17:48.000><c> air</c
• </c><02:47:22.240><c> rails</c> put more structure and more guard rails put more structure and more guard

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• There's a fiscal note from the Health Care Authority showing indeterminate impacts based on changes in
• I'm the director of the PEBB and SEBB programs at the Health Care Authority.
• Health Care Authority would provide the capitation amount, and then it would use also Health Care Authority
• It's also being considered all across the West Coast.
• It's also being considered all across the West Coast.

Bills: SB5834, SB5835, SB5883, SB5905, SB6151, SB6163, SB6177, SB6173

Keywords: Washington retirement systems, retirement trust funds, interest earnings, public employee retirement system, teachers retirement system, state patrol retirement system, judicial retirement system, judges retirement system, school employees retirement system, public safety employees retirement system, law enforcement officers and firefighters retirement system, PERS, TRS, LERS, legal expenses, medical expenses, administrative expenses, fraud prevention, overpayment recovery, trust fund protection

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• </c><00:56:38.559><c> And</c><00:56:38.720><c> it</c> the East Coast, uh, which we did.
• And it the East Coast, uh, which we did.
• I mean, to your point, you did not drive from Duluth to the East Coast without stopping in some other
• I mean, to your point, you did not drive from Duluth to the East Coast without stopping in some other
• without stopping in some other Coast without stopping in some other state<01:02:56.480><c> to</c><01

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• Uh, my ties with the military is my husband, um, was in the Army and the New Mexico Army National Guard
• of internments this year for guard, guard spouses and, and, and, uh.
• NCA regulations on doing the internments properly and was authorized for every service member.
• What you have on here, um, resting place for qualified National Guards and reservists.
• If they don't meet that requirement, but they meet the guard requirement for those who have served.

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• holding listening sessions around the Commonwealth to hear how people from the Berkshires and South Coast
• This may be from the former message, so South Coast.
• This may be from the former message, so South Coast and Cape experience being LGBT elders. Got it.
• holding listening sessions around the Commonwealth to hear how people from the Berkshires and South Coast

Keywords: 1212, all

Summary: The Massachusetts Commission on LGBTQ Aging opened its March quarterly meeting by welcoming its first full-time director, Alison Bauer, who introduced her background in state government, public health, philanthropy, teaching, and LGBTQ family advocacy. Commissioners approved the December meeting minutes and then turned to the main presentation, a DEI workshop led by Adriana Boulin of Fenway Health and Boston Pride for the People. Boulin guided members through an interactive “power flower” exercise to define diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging, and power, and to reflect on personal values, identities, and the conditions that support or diminish power. Commissioners and guests shared examples of successful DEI work in their lives and in the commission’s work, including listening sessions, inclusive trainings, targeted recruitment, the strategic plan, the commission website, and passage of the LGBTQI+ and HIV long-term care bill of rights. The discussion also included the history of intersectionality and how multiple identities can create both barriers and advantages. The group then applied an equity lens to the commission’s strategic priority on representation and inclusion. Members discussed the need for greater racial, ethnic, gender, trans, immigrant, and regional diversity, as well as barriers such as limited seats, appointment procedures, and the challenge of recruiting people who would otherwise be the only person of their identity in the room. Participants explored possible approaches including expanding seats legislatively, using advisory structures, and building relationships with organizations and potential appointers to broaden participation. The meeting ended with appreciation for the workshop and a reminder that the next quarterly meeting will be held in June.

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• She added that it had been many years since her high school boyfriend joined the Coast Guard and she
• </c><01:46:42.119><c> Guard</c> school boyfriend joined the Coast Guard school boyfriend joined the Coast
• Guard and<01:46:42.480><c> I</c><01:46:42.560><c> don't</c><01:46:43.320><c> remember</c><01:46:43.760
• And you're saying that DCF has no authority to interfere with the liberty interest of the people?
• And you're saying that DCF has no authority to interfere with the liberty interest of the people?

Keywords: 1189, house, all

Summary: The House Children and Family Law Committee met on January 28, 2025, and first heard House Bill 322, which would give a parent paying child support the exclusive right to claim the child as a dependent on taxes. Representative Barton, the sponsor, argued that because child support is no longer tax-deductible, the paying parent should at least receive the child tax credit. Committee members and later testimony from New Hampshire Legal Assistance raised concerns that the bill would override court discretion, could disadvantage low-income custodial parents, and would not account for cases where child support payments are small or where parents share support unevenly. Several members noted that judges already allocate dependency claims in divorce orders and can modify those orders when circumstances change. After testimony, the committee moved to ITL (inexpedient to legislate) HB 322. The motion was seconded, discussion continued, and the roll call was unanimous in favor of ITL. The committee then placed the bill on consent and ended the executive session on HB 322. The committee next took up House Bill 325, which would eliminate term and reimbursement alimony in no-fault divorces. Representative Barton testified that alimony in those cases was akin to involuntary servitude and should not survive dissolution of the marriage contract. The hearing then moved into questions about whether alimony is meant to compensate a spouse for sacrifices made during the marriage, such as supporting a partner through school or staying home with children, and the sponsor maintained that post-divorce support should not continue as a marital obligation. The transcript cuts off before any vote or further action on HB 325 is shown.

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• We work with the National Guard.
• National Guard.
• We're at 1982 authorized right now. I would not request more state troopers at this time.
• We need authority to mitigate these threats. The other piece of that is how do we do that?
• We can bring in local state National Guard and work multi lateral communication state National Guard

Keywords: 999, senate, all

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• That's trust fund authority for the private prisons out of the inmate welfare trust fund.
• And the State Guard's been provided — our State Guard, National Guard has been doing a heck of a good
• What was the maximum number of state guards, or National Guardsman that you had?
• And the State Guard's been provided, our State Guard, National Guard has been doing a heck of a good
• We were able to pick up some of the housing left behind by when the National Guard departed.

Summary: The committee received a presentation on the Governor’s fiscal year 2026-2027 public safety budget, which totals $8.2 billion for the public safety silo and includes funding for the Departments of Law Enforcement, Juvenile Justice, and Corrections, along with courts and legal affairs. The Governor’s Office highlighted recurring reductions and vacancy eliminations, while agency heads outlined their major requests: FDLE sought funding for fentanyl enforcement, career offender registry staffing, alert-system upgrades, alcohol testing modernization, officer wellness, criminal intelligence, and immigration-related intelligence work; DJJ requested money for the Florida Scholars Academy, uniforms, residential services, a new Broward detention center, and facility maintenance; and DOC requested major increases for officer pay, additional staff, facility construction and maintenance, communications upgrades, inmate health care, pharmaceuticals, and food service. Members questioned FDLE about immigration enforcement and public records burdens, and DOC about staffing, capacity, mental health services, contraband, housing, and whether prison beds were being used for immigration detainees. Public testimony also urged better prison conditions and basic necessities for incarcerated people. The committee then took up and reported favorably CS/SB 156, the Jason Rayner Act, which would strengthen penalties and clarify that a person may not resist an officer with violence when the officer is performing official duties. An amendment conforming the bill to House language was adopted, and the bill passed with Senator Smith voting no. The committee also adopted an amendment and reported favorably CS/SB 54, which concerns use of substances affecting cognitive function and limits certain medical-record disclosures to information relevant to investigations of violent offenders; Senator Smith voted no on that measure as well. Next, the committee considered Senator Berman’s bills on domestic and dating violence. CS/SB 296 would direct a study of a secure web-based alert platform for victims, including a discreet phone-number/code system and geolocation support, and would expand the Address Confidentiality Program to dating-violence victims. The bill drew emotional support testimony from survivors and advocates describing the dangers victims face when trying to leave abusive situations, and it was reported favorably. Its companion, CS/SB 298, would extend public-records protections in the Address Confidentiality Program to dating-violence victims; it was also reported favorably. The committee then adjourned.

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• doing a lot of research, and the feedback we get from procurement people is they don't have any authority
• doing a lot of research, and the feedback we get from procurement people is they don't have any authority
• farmers<00:49:08.160><c> on</c><00:49:08.319><c> the</c><00:49:08.480><c> Wii</c><00:49:08.960><c> coast
• </c><00:49:09.680><c> make</c><00:49:10.000><c> all</c><00:49:10.160><c> of</c> farmers on the Wii coast
• to make all of farmers on the Wii coast to make all of their<00:49:10.720><c> product</c><00:49:11.280

Bills: SB2064, SB2312, SB2811, SB2662, SB2744, SB2809, SB2862, SB2343, SB2336, SB2075, SB2308, SB2601, SB2397, SB2219, SB2849, SB2449, SB2781

Keywords: state architect, construction projects, design approvals, building codes, state agency oversight, government contracts, transparency, record retention, public oversight, Hawaii Revised Statutes, building permits, task force, state-owned lands, construction, regulatory process, government accountability, external consultants, procurement reform, cost efficiency, in-house expertise

Summary: The committee heard several government operations measures, beginning with SB 2064 on state construction projects, which would create an office of the state architect within DAGS to oversee design review and approvals for state construction. DAGS said it stood on its written testimony, DECAB supported the bill, DOT supported it, and HGA opposed it. No audience testimony or member questions were taken, and the chair moved on. The committee then took up SB 2312 on government contracts, which would make records held by private contractors performing government functions subject to UIPA. The State Procurement Office, Attorney General, OIP, ERS, DHS, and HGA offered comments or opposition, while the League of Women Voters, Public First Law Center, All Hawaii News, Grassroots, and several individuals supported the bill. Public First Law Center argued the bill closes a loophole and does not expand or reduce existing exemptions, while OIP and others raised concerns about privacy, confidential information, and the need for clearer procedures. Members discussed possible clarifying amendments, including changing “government function” to “agency,” and the bill was left for further consideration. Other measures discussed included SB 2662 on government accountability, which would require justification and caps for external consultants; ERS and DOT opposed it, while the American Council of Engineering Companies of Hawaii and Airlines Committee of Hawaii argued consultants are often more efficient and necessary for major projects. The committee also heard SB 2744 on due process, for which no testimony was received; SB 2809 on budget-related reports, with comments from B&F and the Tax Foundation; SB 2862 on gubernatorial appointments, opposed by the Governor’s Office and the Hawaii Correctional System Oversight Commission and supported by one individual; a bill on continuous legislative sessions, with comments from B&F, LRB, and Hope for Hawaii; SB 2336 on tree management standards, supported by an individual and the Outdoor Circle; and SB 2075 on public procurement local preferences, which drew broad support with comments from SPO and the Attorney General and discussion of simplifying the preference structure. No votes were taken in the excerpt, and the chair repeatedly moved measures along after testimony and questions.

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• We have authority to do what the statute mandates.
• We don't have authority to intervene. Okay. Thank you. Representative Pierson. Dr.
• Coast Guard counter-narcotics unit.
• Now you need to take that same authority and apply it to us and protect us because, under the same authority
• Texas Army National Guard served in Iraq, et cetera, et cetera.

Summary: The House Committee on Public Health heard House Bill 5, a proposal to ban THC products outside the Texas Compassionate Use Program while allowing non-intoxicating CBD and CBG products under tighter regulation. Chair Van Deaver gave a lengthy background on the 2018 federal Farm Bill and Texas’s 2019 hemp law, arguing that the lack of guardrails allowed a large, unregulated THC market to develop. HB 5 would impose licensing fees, product registration, testing and inspection requirements, and restrictions intended to keep products away from children. Invited witnesses from law enforcement strongly supported the bill. Steve Dye of the Texas Police Chiefs Association and Brian Hawthorne of the Sheriffs’ Association of Texas argued that THC consumables are widely mislabeled, often far more potent than advertised, and linked to youth access, impaired driving, and organized crime. Both said regulation would be ineffective and would amount to legalization, while a ban would be easier for officers to enforce. They also emphasized support for the Texas Compassionate Use Program and said medical THC should remain available. Dr. Peter Stout of the Texas Association of Crime Lab Directors and Alice Amelot of Texas DPS testified as resource witnesses about forensic testing. They said current lab resources are already stretched thin, that quantitative testing for THC and related cannabinoids is expensive and time-consuming, and that a ban would simplify enforcement because labs could focus on presence/absence testing rather than concentration. Amelot said DPS labs are neutral on the bill but explained that mislabeled products and inaccurate certificates of analysis are common. Committee members asked about traffic safety, impairment, youth use, and the costs of enforcement and lab testing; witnesses repeatedly said the bill would reduce complexity for law enforcement but that any approach would still require more resources for labs.

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• The recommended budget for fiscal year 27 is $128.6 million, with 367 authorized positions.
• The year 27 is $128.6 million, with 367 authorized positions.
• Our total authorized positions remain unchanged from fiscal year 26 at 367.
• But the local governing authorities determine where polling locations are.
• And who guards it? Who is security? I believe it's State Police or DPS.

Keywords: 965, house, all

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• Madam Clerk, open the machine for co-authors. Vote the motion to co-author.
• Thank you. motion to co-author. Members vote, machine to co-author.
• The co-author votes. Carrier wants to co-author. Clerk will close the machine.
• Madam Clerk, open the machine for co-authors. Members, vote to co-author.
• Butler to co-author. Fisher, the co-author. Members are voting.

Bills: HR257, HR258, HR259, HR260, HR261, HR262, HR263, HCR105, HCR106, HR252, HR253, HR254, HR255, HR256, HCR103, HCR104, SB83, SB143, SB155, SB228, SB283, SB295, SB338, SB388, SB408, SB431, HR84, HR188, HR205, HB302, HB597, HB819, HB1257, HB1258, SCR24, SB45, SB58, SB71, SB81, SB92, SB100, SB109, SB141, SB156, SB181, SB203, SB204, SB205, SB207, SB213, SB214, SB216, SB229, SB257, SB274, SB290, SB304, SB374, SB379, SB396, SB410, SB425, SB427, SB429, SB479, SB522, SB357, SB406, HR171, HCR49, HCR65, HCR72, HR37, HCR64, HR170, HR191, HR206, HR207, HR208, HR217, HCR11, HCR53, HCR60, HCR66, HCR68, HR9, HCR27, HCR28, HCR50, HCR62, HCR67, HCR71, HCR78, HCR81, SCR19, SCR3, SCR6, SCR18, SCR11, SCR22, SCR2, SCR20, HCR6, HB64, HB68, HB92, HB130, HB258, HB633, HB801, HB61, HB98, HB102, HB139, HB142, HB170, HB185, HB194, HB199, HB231, HB247, HB294, HB336, HB474, HB661, HB842, HB852, HB301, HB359, HB657, HB675, HB680, HB727, HB79, HB251, HB625, HB769, HB775, HB783, HB895, HB1011, HB1057, HB1155, HB1186, HB1224, HB1245, HB1247, HB1253, HB1254, HB1255, HB1256, SB41, SB44, SB64, SB84, SB87, SB93, SB98, SB107, SB118, SB142, SB192, SB195, SB199, SB219, SB222, SB234, SB241, SB255, SB275, SB277, SB292, SB294, SB306, SB314, SB482, SB8, SB10, SB11, SB12, SB13, SB14, SB16, SB17, SB18, SB20, SB21, SB22, SB40, SB48, SB55, SB69, SB75, SB77, SB78, SB85, SB102, SB115, SB133, SB140, SB148, SB151, SB165, SB169, SB170, SB185, SB197, SB200, SB217, SB235, SB278, SB280, SB291, SB300, SB303, SB315, SB324, SB330, SB411, SB416, SB420, SB436, SB438, SB449, SB455, SB456, SB477, SB489, SB521, HB646, HB824, HB341, HB682, HB766, HB926, HB998, HB1051, HB1080, HB1201, HB1223, HB603, HB940, HB1191, SB47, HB901, HR20, HR74, HB284, HB306, HB366, HB393, HB458, HB577, HB582, HB605, HB614, HB733, HB752, HB773, HB798, HB911, HB955, HB996, HB1035, HB1069, HB1113, HB1140, HB1180, HB1240, SB82, SB89, SB149, SB382

Keywords: condolences, memorial resolution, House Resolution, Shreveport, children, tragedy, sympathy, bereavement, tribute, mourning, schoolchildren, public charter school, elementary school, Head Start, family loss, Louisiana House of Representatives, condolence resolution, House resolution, victims, family support

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• President, today's color guard is composed of Senate pages Jaden Hong, a student at East Lake High School
• As they exercise the authority entrusted to them, may they remember that power is given not to dominate
• The Washington State Society, Sons of the American Revolution color guard presented the colors.
• The color guard is composed of Mr. Eric Olson, Commander, Mr. William Bentler, Mr.
• Whereas Tara Marissa Gooding served our country honorably in the Army National Guard from October 22,

Summary: The Senate convened with all members present, received the journal without objection, and took up messages from the House and first-reading referrals. It then considered Senate Resolution 8672 honoring Washington State Patrol Trooper Tara Marissa Guting, who was killed in the line of duty. Several senators spoke in support, reflecting on her service, the risks faced by troopers, and the importance of motorists slowing down and moving over for emergency vehicles. The resolution was adopted by voice vote, and the Senate observed a moment of silence and welcomed members of Trooper Guting’s family and the State Patrol. The chamber then moved to gubernatorial appointments. Kerry Heaton was confirmed as a member of the Peninsula College Board of Trustees by a roll call vote of 47-aye, 2 absent. Rebecca A. Chan was confirmed as a member of the Shoreline Community College Board of Trustees by a roll call vote of 49-aye, 0-nay. Bethany J. Martinez was confirmed as a member of the Big Bend Community College Board of Trustees by a roll call vote of 49-aye, 0-nay. Senators speaking in support highlighted each appointee’s community involvement, professional background, and education-related experience. After the confirmations, the Senate agreed to stand at ease for caucus and lunch until 1 p.m. No other substantive legislative action was taken in the portion provided.

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• the state, the largest contributor is agricultural processing, but we'll also see up on the Redwood Coast
• Kern County, and then we'll also see agricultural production showing up particularly in the Central Coast
• So even with that, there are 170,000 cows right now on 3-NOP, mostly on the East Coast.
• I'm also the chairman of the San Luis Delta-Mendota Water Authority, which represents grasslands and

Summary: The joint informational hearing examined how agricultural programs have used cap-and-invest funding and what role agriculture should play in future climate investments. The chairs opened by noting that agriculture had been largely left out of the cap-and-invest reauthorization, despite prior support through the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund, and framed the hearing around climate-smart agriculture, food security, rural vitality, and the need for measurable co-benefits such as water savings, soil health, and air quality improvements. The first panel included CDFA Deputy Secretary Virginia Jamison and LAO analyst Helen Kirsten. Jamison described CDFA’s climate-smart portfolio, including the Healthy Soils Program, SWEEP, the Alternative Manure Management Program, and dairy methane reduction efforts, saying roughly $727 million has supported these programs and produced estimated reductions of 31 million metric tons of CO2e, 1.6 million acre-feet of water savings, and about 4,000 projects. She emphasized technical assistance, oversubscription of the programs, and the need for continued investment and better measurement/verification. Kirsten outlined the cap-and-invest structure, the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund, and the state’s emissions inventory, noting agriculture is about 8% of California’s GHG emissions and that funding for tier-three programs may remain constrained. She also said prior LAO work found the programs have significant reduction potential but that some estimated benefits may be overstated, recommending further evaluation. The second panel featured UC researchers Alexandra Hill and Ermi Kibreab, who presented on the economic importance of California’s working landscapes and on dairy methane reduction pathways. Hill said working landscapes are a major part of the state and national economy, with agriculture driving most of the sector’s sales and jobs. Kibreab explained that dairy is central to methane reduction because it accounts for a large share of agricultural methane emissions, and described herd efficiency, digesters, alternative manure management, and emerging feed additives as complementary strategies. He said digesters and other incentive-supported measures are helping California move toward its methane goals, while noting feed additives such as 3-NOP and seaweed-based approaches could offer additional reductions in the future. The third panel brought contrasting views from environmental advocates, farmers, and industry representatives. Phoebe Seaton argued that further state funding for dairy digesters is not environmentally or economically justified, citing concerns about methane, nitrous oxide, groundwater impacts, odors, and high cost per ton reduced. Brian Shobe of CalCAN supported continued funding for programs like AMP, SWEEP, and Healthy Soils, saying they provide multiple co-benefits and that farmers need stable, incentive-based support to comply with climate and water regulations. Cannon Michael of Bowles Farming Company described his farm’s investments in organic and regenerative practices, composting, drip irrigation, solar, habitat management, and workforce programs, and said consistent funding helps farms plan and remain viable. Tricia Gerringer of the Agricultural Council of California urged funding for FPIP, the Farmer Program, methane reduction programs, and sustainable ag waste management, arguing they deliver immediate, measurable reductions and co-benefits. Members and witnesses debated the relative merits of digesters versus alternative manure management, the role of regenerative agriculture, and whether agriculture should be treated as a distinct policy category. No votes were taken; the hearing concluded with public comment supporting agricultural climate funding and a request to include agriculture in broader cap-and-invest discussions.

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• immigrants mainly live in the Greater Boston area, with some clusters in Pioneer Valley and the South Coast
• Valley and the South Coast, Cape and Islands.
• Valley and the south coast Cape and islands.
• programs you mentioned, not for public housing, right, for not within the auspices of our housing authorities

Keywords: 1212, all

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• Members, any questions of the author?
• SB31 has been removed by the author. Do any members have any questions?
• Okay, we've got a couple of authors who weren't here. Were there...?
• Do they have the authority to do private activity? Currently... Actually, I'm not sure.
• The author is on his way. Thank you.

Bills: SCR3, SCR30, SB2375, HCR35

Keywords: cowboy culture, Bandera, cultural heritage, historical significance, Texas identity, Birding Capital, Matagorda County, wildlife, conservation, Texas Legislature, statutory revision, code corrections, laws omitted, legislative updates, spaceports, tax-exempt bonds, aerospace investment, Texas space economy, Federal legislation, 1185

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• </c> require focused institutional authority require focused institutional authority and<00:13:18.800
• And the larger our guard is, the more federal resources we get in here for the Guard.
• And the larger our Guard is, the more federal resources we get in here for the Guard.
• And the larger our Guard is, the more federal resources we get in here for the Guard.
• We get in here for the Guard.

Bills: HB151, HB152, HB138, SB221, SB190, SB69, SB225, SB272

Keywords: fire chaplains, distinctive license plate, firefighter, volunteer service, criminal penalties, sales tax exemption, baby supplies, baby formula, maternity clothing, menstrual hygiene products, pregnancy, pregnant defendant, incarceration, jail intake, pregnancy test, bail, pre-incarceration probation, supervised probation, electronic monitoring, electronic supervision