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• It would be armed private security.
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• and also some others trying to go in, and then other pieces of it where there's other debt being secured
• and the chain supply and so forth for the mega- Being secured in the chain supply and so forth through
• Senator, would you agree with me that Would you agree with me that economic development requires secure
• If an IPRA request was to, you could present a Social Security card, for example, as proof of citizenship
• In a secret location, not here in the Capitol. Thank you, Mr. President. Thank you, Senator Gagos.

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• , when we... have the maps, is it your intent to do regional public hearings, or just here at the Capitol
• But they would be in the Capitol. That's going to be a lot of people, Mr. Chairman.
• And we want to protect it, and we want to protect Social Security.
• Speak up for those who couldn't secure funds and attorneys to ensure that these lines reflect the rich
• This unrest needlessly impacts their safety, security, and well-being now and forever.

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• We are in room 437 at the Capitol, and this hearing room is open for people to attend in person.
• We are in room 437 at the Capitol, and this hearing room is open for people to attend in person.
• We know that a lot of our students are housing secure, especially in our community colleges, as Mr.
• Most importantly, our educators have housing security.
• Most importantly, our educators have housing security.

Summary: The Assembly Housing and Community Development Committee heard a long agenda of housing-related bills, beginning with AB 518 on low-impact camping areas. The author and supporters said the bill would streamline permitting for small rural camping operations on private land, expand outdoor access, and support rural economies, while opponents from campground associations and counties warned it could undermine existing regulation, create enforcement problems, and allow advertising of unpermitted sites. Members raised concerns about fire safety and local control, but the bill was ultimately passed as amended on an 8-0 vote. The committee then approved AB 635, which would require HCD to refer up to 25 of the most serious mobile home residency law complaints to the Attorney General. Supporters said mobile home residents need stronger enforcement against egregious park-owner violations, while opponents argued the existing program is underused, costly, and should remain subject to a sunset. After discussion of the program’s surplus and enforcement role, the bill passed 9-1. AB 893, which expands ministerial approval for mixed-income housing near college campuses and broadens eligibility for affordable units to students, faculty, and staff, also drew strong support from student advocates and housing groups and respectful opposition from the League of California Cities over local control and height limits; it passed 10-0. AB 925, the Mobile Home Emergency Safety Act, would require stronger emergency preparedness measures in mobile home parks, including accessible exits, working fire hydrants, and gas shutoff access, with a fee increase to fund enforcement. Supporters framed it as a life-safety measure in disaster-prone areas, while opponents argued the bill duplicates existing requirements and imposes an unnecessary fee increase. The committee voted 6-1 to send it to Appropriations, with the bill left on call. The consent calendar, including several other housing and local government bills, was approved 8-0. The committee also heard AB 712, which would increase penalties and attorney-fee protections for applicants enforcing state housing laws against public agencies; supporters said it would improve compliance, while special districts opposed the bill as overly broad and unclear. Members discussed indemnification and timing issues, and the bill was advanced with amendments to Judiciary.

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• This will put them in a better. security posture, a better, more stable and expandable environment that
• The first is cyber security.
• I've heard this nasty rumor around the Capitol that when my light comes on, people who sit in those chairs
• of House District 10, and therefore one of my bosses, I simply want to say, welcome to your Texas Capitol
• to limitations and updates because of coding. allow the board to reduce physical mail by using a secure

Keywords: 1184, house, all

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• We especially want to remember their families left behind as they perform their duties here in the Capitol
• government to facilitate information sharing through various units and Centers efforts to enhance security
• You were not supposed to get a Social Security number.
• Ultimately, Republican Congress must act to provide long-awaited securities.
• When I think about that, I think about security.

Bills: SJR36, SR8, SR14, SR15, SR17, HCR54

Keywords: accountants, Texas Society of Certified Public Accountants, advocacy, legislation, business issues, memorial, law enforcement, sacrifice, tribute, community support, service, community, Holocaust, remembrance, antisemitism, human rights, education, Holocaust Remembrance Day, memorialization, sexual assault

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• When I think about Patty's legacy, both in our district and in the Capitol, I think of the things that
• The leadership position that he took in order to secure water rights and the 50-year battle that it took
• An Air Force veteran, George also served four years as a Korean interpreter in the Security Intelligence
• An Air Force veteran, George also served four years as a Korean interpreter in the Security Intelligence

Summary: The Assembly met with a quorum present after a roll call and prayer, then proceeded through routine journal, procedural, and guest-introduction business. Members recognized several guests, including local district officials, Japanese business leaders, and students/interns, and the chamber also observed remarks about the Texas flooding tragedy during the prayer. The body then moved through the daily file, including second-reading items and concurrence votes on AB 390, which expands the slow-down/move-over law to stationary vehicles, and AB 1478, which allows retailers to absorb mattress recycling fees; both measures had Senate amendments concurred in by recorded vote. The Assembly adopted AJR 12, a bipartisan resolution recognizing Head Start Month and urging Congress and the President to protect and increase Head Start funding. Multiple members spoke in support, emphasizing the program’s role in early education, health, nutrition, and family support, especially in rural and low-income communities; the resolution received 70 ayes and no noes after 69 co-authors were added. The chamber also adopted ACR 96, designating a portion of Highway 101 in Humboldt County as the Patty Berg Memorial Highway, and SCR 50, which calls for state review of climate adaptation and maladaptation criteria to improve climate resilience planning; both measures passed without opposition. On the consent calendar, the Assembly added co-authors to ACR 81 and adopted the second-day consent calendar and remaining consent items, all by unanimous or near-unanimous votes. The body also approved a motion to return AB 529 from engrossing and enrolling to the Senate for further action. The session concluded with numerous adjournment-in-memory tributes, most notably for Rincon Tribal Council Chairman Bo Mazzetti and former legislative secretary George Steffes, followed by a moment of silence for each and adjournment until Monday, July 14 at 1 p.m.

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• Sr. and Terry Baylor, have joined us this morning, and so I'm just so happy to see you here in the Capitol
• Committee on Ways and Means, makes an appropriation to the System of Higher Education for safety and security
• Ways and Means, makes an appropriation of the amount of system of higher education for safety and security
• Committee on Ways and Means, makes appropriations to the System of Higher Education for safety and security

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• second bullet, I would make a motion to strike on the second line the words "to contract with the security
• On the second line, the words "to contract with a security vendor," to remove that from the minutes.
• On the second line, the words to contract with a security vendor, to remove that from the minutes.
• Section 3 is a section regarding security that's provided by the offeror.
• So that would be, most of the time, like at the Capitol complex, we keep it together.

Summary: The task force approved the March 25, 2026 minutes as amended, striking language about contracting with a security vendor. Members then reviewed a draft bill on concessions procurement (LC 27.0161), which would raise the competitive solicitation threshold from $25,000 to $50,000, allow requests for proposals in addition to bids, update language for vending and merchandising machines, and clarify where concession proceeds are deposited. OMB explained the bill and said it was open to further changes, including language to address artificial fragmentation, clarify which government entities are covered, and possibly set contract-length limits. Members raised questions about whether the bill would apply to school districts, park districts, airports, and other political subdivisions, and about whether concession agreements could direct proceeds to nonprofits or other secondary recipients; OMB said the statute is intended to require proceeds to go to the government entity’s operating fund or general fund. OMB also reported on other survey suggestions. It said a proposed general authority for agencies to create pre-qualified architect/engineering vendor pools would not move forward, because the existing authority is best limited to high-volume agencies. On legal notices, OMB said it had made progress with the North Dakota Newspaper Association on modernizing online notices, improving ADA compliance, and discussing rate and definition changes. On click-through agreements, OMB and the Attorney General’s office concluded no statutory change was needed after revising internal guidance; the $20,000 threshold was described as a practical cutoff for adhesive, nonnegotiable software terms. OMB also said issues raised by the Center for Distance Education on alternate procurements and food/beverage expenditures had been resolved through policy clarification. The University System gave a brief update on its collaboration with OMB and said it was continuing to review concessions, surplus property, and capital project statutes with all institutions involved. The task force then discussed a draft bill on requirements for new or expanded spending, intended to require agencies to identify program purpose, needs, alternatives, success measures, and budget details, and to report on outcomes over time. Members and staff debated whether OMB or Legislative Council should collect and report the information, how much should be real-time versus periodic, and whether the bill should include full implementation costs for pilot programs. Legislative Council staff said the new program evaluation division is still being built out, that staffing remains limited, and that the office plans to continue working with OMB and the executive branch to refine the proposal before the next meeting. No final action was taken on the draft bills beyond directing further work and follow-up for the next meeting.

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• They shouldn't be forced displacement unless for their own security?
• You said if it's for their own security, they could be forced out of Gaza?
• He wants them to have have security.
• and our national security.
• . and our national security interests.

Keywords: Israel, Hamas, Panama Canal, U.S. foreign policy, terrorism, diplomacy, Chinese influence

Summary: The committee meeting was focused on various key issues, including the implications of recent violence in the Middle East and U.S. foreign policy in relation to Israel and Panama. Members discussed the need for diplomatic efforts between the U.S. and Israeli officials following the recent attack by Hamas. Governor Huckabee emphasized the importance of maintaining a strong U.S.-Israel relationship and reiterated the need for accountability for terrorist organizations involved in violent acts against civilians. Senators shared their concerns regarding the ramifications of U.S. actions in Panama and the presence of Chinese influence, highlighting the significance of the Panama Canal in terms of trade and security.

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• We're talking it's almost April, so we really need to secure the funding quickly to know what we're doing
• Well, we've secured 200. They had and secured 200. But I think we'd be safe with 350.
• And we had Autistic Day here at the Capitol.
• I think it's probably secure, but everybody pretty much took a 2% cut in their budget, except...
• That's yes, so you know we had Originally, we hoped to secure 45 million dollars in funding that would

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• I would like to welcome the Arizona Fair Association for their day at the Capitol.
• President, your Committee on Military Affairs and Border Security, having under consideration Senate
• President, your Committee on Military Affairs and Border Security, having under consideration Senate
• President, your committee on military affairs and board of security having under consideration set of
• Social Security, unemployment insurance, they don't receive those benefits.

Keywords: 1182, all

Summary: The Senate opened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, a roll call showing 27 present, and approval of the prior journal. Members then introduced guests, including representatives of the Arizona Fair Association, Mohave County Parks and Fair officials, a constituent guest, a candidate shadowing a senator, Father David Myers, and the Doctor of the Day. The chamber then moved into Committee of the Whole and considered three bills. SB 1268/HB 2792, a veterans property tax exemption cleanup measure, was explained as clarifying that the exemption applies to a primary residence and jointly owned property for spouses; it received a due pass recommendation and later passed 29-1 with an emergency clause. SB 1051, requiring hospitals to collect and report patient immigration-status information tied to public spending, drew extensive debate over privacy, public health, cost, and immigration enforcement; supporters framed it as accountability for taxpayer spending, while opponents called it discriminatory and harmful to care-seeking, and it passed 17-13. SB 1316, creating a process for Arizona rural health transformation funds and requiring public hearings and JLBC involvement, was defended as a transparency measure for a $167 million federal rural health award; opponents argued it added bureaucracy and could delay rural care, but it passed 17-13. After the Committee of the Whole report was adopted, the Senate took up third readings. HB 2792 passed 29-1 with an emergency clause, SB 1123 passed 29-1, SB 1125 passed 30-0, SB 1145 passed 29-1, SB 1316 passed 17-13, and SB 1051 passed 17-13. Several members explained votes, with repeated arguments over immigration, public health, transparency, and the role of JLBC. The Senate then announced committee meetings for the next day and adjourned until February 11, 2026, at 1:15 p.m.

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• I HAD A DINNER HERE AT THE CAPITOL WHILE THEY WERE HERE DURING CAPITAL DAYS AND I SPENT TIME WITH STUDENTS
• MY PRIORITIES INCLUDE STUDENT SAFETY AND SECURITY FISCAL DISCIPLINE AND TRANSPARENCY AND BEING A VOICE
• FOR DOD OR CONTRACTOR THAT FOCUSES ON A LOT OF THESE INDUSTRIES WITHIN THE DOD AND OUR NATIONAL SECURITY
• INSTITUTIONS AND COLLEGE PREPARATORY INSTITUTIONS WE ALSO HAD AN AREA OF NATIONAL NEED AND CYBER SECURITY
• HAS COME UP A FEW TIME IN CYBER SECURITY FOR NATIONAL NEEDS AND TO TOPICS THE KEY FOCUS OF THAT PROGRAM

Keywords: 999, senate, all

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• The bill expands collective bargaining authority and removes barriers to union security agreements, but
• <01:52:44.240> agreements, barriers to union security agreements, barriers to union security
• So, um, this amendment would require union security agreements to be reapproved by employees every 3
• So, tomorrow concrete day at the Capitol. Still no Rocky Mountain oysters.
• tomorrow concrete day at the Capitol. tomorrow concrete day at the Capitol.

Keywords: 981, all

Summary: The Senate convened with a quorum, approved the journal, and received several committee reports moving bills forward, including measures from Transportation and Energy and Corporations. The chamber also heard a House message transmitting House Bill 1281. Later, senators used moments of personal privilege to recognize Día del Niño guests and welcome children and community representatives to the chamber; those remarks were ordered spread upon the journal. On the consent calendar and third reading calendar, the Senate passed a number of bills, including Senate Bill 171 on pre-production plastic disposal, Senate Bill 173 on teacher training in certain fitness disciplines, House Bill 1290 on assault sentencing, House Bill 1052 on Victim Rights Act changes, House Bill 1214 on continuation of the controlled substances licensing act, House Bill 1260 on child care assistance, Senate Bill 17 on out-of-network health care dispute resolution, House Bill 1313 on Statewide Affordable Housing Fund requirements, House Bill 1283 on confiscation of identification documents, Senate Bill 174 on lead generation marketing for legal services, House Bill 1193 on vision tests for pre-kindergarten students, Senate Bill 170 creating a task force on public school access, House Bill 1242 on interlock restricted licenses, House Bill 1258, and Senate Bill 165 on species conservation funding. Several of these passed with recorded no votes, especially House Bill 1214 and House Bill 1283. The most substantive debate centered on Senate Bill 138, which was described as reducing administrative burden in the health care system by repealing or modifying certain requirements on health facilities and insurance carriers. The Senate adopted committee report amendments, including provisions on opioid training for veterinarians and dentists, before passing the bill. Another extended discussion involved Senate Bill 172 on the Front Range Passenger Rail District; supporters said it would shrink and better tailor the district to the planned rail corridor, while a senator from Adams County argued the district should not ask communities to pay for rail service they may not use. The Senate also reconsidered and repassed Senate Bill 170 after a procedural mix-up, then proceeded to special orders and adopted the Committee of the Whole report on Senate Bill 165, which was placed on the calendar for third reading and final passage.

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• Which would allow them to get Social Security disability and all of those other things if they're permanently
• Which would allow them to get Social Security disability and all of those other things if they're permanently
• I’ve been coming to the Capitol for over 20 years advocating for the rights of injured workers.
• I’ve been coming to the Capitol for over 20 years advocating for the rights of injured workers.
• I know we're very cognizant at the Capitol about doing anything unconstitutional with any bill we pass

Bills: HB282, HB293, HB390, HB456, HB460, HB561, HB819, HB1023, HB1047, HB1101

Keywords: employment discrimination, criminal history, rehabilitation, hiring process, human rights, gender identity, sexual orientation, workplace equality, labor rights, domestic abuse, unpaid leave, employee rights, workplace protection, mental health, survivor support, workers' compensation, employment benefits, claims process, fraud prevention, legal petition

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• We're going to try to make sure everybody who has taken the time and effort to come to the Capitol has
• We're going to try to make sure everybody who has taken the time and effort to come to the Capitol has
• And this is my fourth year doing legislative advocacy at the Capitol.
• I really want to know that our systems and IT is secure.
• media and got leaked, so I want to be sure that we keep that on our radar to make sure that we have secure

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• Which would allow them to get Social Security disability and all of those other things if they're permanently
• Which would allow them to get Social Security disability and all of those other things if they're permanently
• I've been coming to the Capitol for over 20 years advocating for the rights of injured workers.
• I've been coming to the Capitol for over 20 years advocating for the rights of injured workers.
• I know we're very cognizant at the Capitol about doing anything unconstitutional with any bill we pass

Summary: The committee first voluntarily deferred House Bills 460 and 561, then took up House Bill 1101 on workers’ compensation. The sponsor said the bill would define maximum medical improvement, adjust fraud provisions, shorten temporary total disability and supplemental earnings benefit periods, and revise vocational rehabilitation rules; an amendment removed proposed age-based termination language for benefits. Business groups including LABI supported the bill as a way to reduce Louisiana’s comparatively high indemnity costs and align the state with regional norms, while injured-worker advocates and attorneys strongly opposed it, arguing it would cut benefits, shift medical and disability decisions away from treating physicians and judges, broaden fraud too far, and potentially push costs onto public programs. After debate, the committee voted to report HB 1101 with amendments. House Bill 282 was voluntarily deferred. House Bill 293, which would add sexual orientation and gender identity to Louisiana employment discrimination protections, drew generally supportive testimony from the sponsor and supporters, with some members raising questions about religious exemptions and federal law. The committee ultimately voted against reporting HB 293 favorably. House Bill 390, providing unpaid leave protections for domestic abuse survivors at larger employers, was presented as a tool for survivors, but the committee split 6-6 on a motion to report it favorably; the tie resulted in the bill being voluntarily deferred. The committee then heard House Bill 456, which would expand workers’ compensation petition requirements and allow employers or payers broader access to file disputed claims and seek discovery. Supporters argued employers currently lack a practical way to obtain records and challenge claims without first cutting off benefits, while opponents said the bill would revive a rejected 2012 approach, increase litigation, and undermine the no-fault workers’ compensation bargain. The discussion centered on whether the bill would preserve benefits while allowing discovery or instead encourage more disputes and penalties. The transcript ends with testimony still underway on HB 456, with no final vote shown.

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• think about when I walk into this chamber, and before I even get into the steps of this beautiful Capitol
• robust set of climate and health initiatives, including environmental health, agriculture, and food security
• We have about $6 million of food security funding.
• existing systems for accountability; rather, it honors the requests of victims who have come to the Capitol
• Like to have a donut or a pastry and then ride two miles with us to the Capitol, please look in your

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• We are in Room 437 in the Capitol.
• In 2022, the city secured a statutory exemption for the projects to ensure they could continue working
• Although sometimes my colleagues here in Sacramento make me come to the Capitol in a full suit and tie
• Ensuring people have stable and secure housing to return home to is key to their successful reentry and
• witness, I really enjoyed hearing about your story, and look at you now: you're sitting in the State Capitol

Summary: The Assembly Committee on Housing and Community Development heard a long agenda focused mainly on housing production, higher education facilities, homelessness, and permitting reform. Early items included AB 6, which would direct HCD to convene a working group on allowing three- to ten-unit “missing middle” housing to be built under the Residential Code rather than the Building Code; AB 48, a higher education bond proposal that would fund campus repairs, modernization, disaster recovery, and student/employee housing; and AB 76, which would clarify a Chula Vista university innovation district exemption so the project can include academic buildings and housing without conflicting with surplus land rules. Supporters emphasized affordability, cost savings, student housing needs, and access to education, while members raised questions about implementation, affordability requirements, and project scope. The committee later took votes on these items, with AB 6, AB 48, and AB 76 all moving forward on unanimous or near-unanimous votes to Appropriations. Members also heard AB 595, which would create a state homeownership tax credit pilot to support affordable for-sale housing. The author and supporters argued that California’s homeownership rate is at historic lows and that the bill would help close racial wealth gaps by financing homes working families can buy. The committee approved AB 595 and sent it to Appropriations. The consent calendar, including several other housing-related bills, was also approved unanimously. A major portion of the hearing was devoted to AB 1165, the California Housing Justice Act of 2025, which would require ongoing state investment and a financing plan to address homelessness and housing affordability. The author and witnesses described the scale of homelessness, the limits of one-time funding, and the need for sustained, accountable funding streams. After testimony from housing advocates and people with lived experience, the committee passed AB 1165 on a 10-0 vote to Appropriations. Finally, the committee heard AB 609, a CEQA reform bill that would create a simplified exemption for qualifying infill housing projects in already developed areas. Supporters framed it as a targeted way to reduce delays and costs for housing near jobs and transit, while opponents from environmental justice, labor, and tribal groups warned it could reduce public participation, weaken protections for disadvantaged communities, and create consultation concerns for tribal cultural resources. The author said the bill would not change zoning or affordability tools and would continue to work with opponents on amendments. The bill was moved forward after extensive discussion, with members noting ongoing negotiations on tribal consultation and labor concerns.

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• I get it from individuals outside this Capitol building, from advocates.
• It's my pleasure to bring the Energy Security and Independence Act here for your consideration today.
• proactive defensive measure for my state, I want to see Oklahoma adopt this Energy Independence and Security

Bills: SB1191, SB1314, SB1319, SB1333, SB1346, SB1439, SB1509, SB1510, SB1613

Keywords: SB1191, Oklahoma Energy Initiative Act, Oklahoma Low Carbon Energy Initiative Board, low carbon energy, clean energy, energy policy, renewable energy, board repeal, statutory repeal, administrative board, energy committee, natural resources, Oklahoma statutes, 17 O.S. 802.3, groundwater, indemnity fund, well drilling, pollution prevention, regulatory compliance, SB1319