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• A safe way to apply.
• They were able to safely conduct prescribed burns over 1100 acres.
• Maintenance of this type of infrastructure is critical to provide safe access to the public and provide
• People can learn and practice outdoor skills and they can actively enjoy fish and wildlife resources
• What are some of the practical difference is between a state forest state Park and Wildlife Management

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• safety. ...practical training will strengthen both community trust and public safety, and it's truly
• It's critical in ensuring safe discharge as well.
• It was the Beverly police that got him back home safely. So how can we better support?
• I myself run an employee benefits practice in Wilburne, so, Rep.
• I myself run an employee benefits practice in Wilburne, so, Rep.

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The Aging and Independence/Elder Affairs Committee heard testimony on several bills, with the main focus on H.769/S.468, an act to improve care and prepare for the new era of Alzheimer’s and dementia. Legislators and advocates described the bill’s provisions, including expanded dementia training for first responders, a dementia services coordinator/director in state government, improved hospital discharge and caregiver access protections, dementia care coordination benefits for certain MassHealth members, public awareness and data collection requirements, and expanded support for geriatric workforce recruitment. Representative Danielle Gregoire and Senator Gomez framed the measure as a zero-cost, bipartisan continuation of the 2018 Alzheimer’s and Dementia Act, while the Alzheimer’s Association, Boston Public Health Commission, police representatives, clinicians, and family caregivers all testified in support, emphasizing public health needs, early diagnosis, caregiver involvement, and safer emergency and hospital care. The committee also heard testimony on H.796/S.476, which would establish an Office of Older Adult Advocate and a special commission on a statewide long-term services and supports benefit program. Representative Steve Ultrino supported an independent older adult advocate to help navigate fragmented state services and improve constituent services, while committee members asked about funding and the office’s relationship to existing secretariats. On the long-term care commission bill, NAFA Massachusetts and LeadingAge Massachusetts supported creating a stakeholder commission to review actuarial findings and explore public-private financing options for long-term care, stressing that neither public nor private coverage alone is sufficient and that middle-income families need more planning tools and options. The committee also took testimony on H.786/S.466, a bill to protect vulnerable elders by expanding the Executive Office of Elder Affairs’ authority to investigate abuse or neglect in non-traditional custodial settings such as prisons, jails, shelters, group homes, and certain treatment facilities. Prisoners Legal Services said the bill would close a jurisdictional gap that leaves some older adults without an investigative agency once they age out of DPPC coverage. No votes were taken during the hearing, and the meeting ended with a motion to adjourn.

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• are thankful for Sergeant Hosford, his team, and the Capitol Police for keeping us and our visitors safe
• School should be places where children feel safe to learn and grow, not places of fear.
• No one wants communities that are less safe, whether they're less safe because of a U.S. citizen or a
• We have eliminated the practice of fake municipal IDs.
• space for our kids, a safe space for us, have to turn their backs on the stranger.

Summary: The House convened with prayer, pledge, quorum call, approval of the journal, and adoption of the Rules and Ethics Committee’s special order report for the day. The chamber then took up House Bill 1B, the immigration bill, and members were told they would have one opportunity to question the sponsor on both the House version and the anticipated Senate changes. Representative McClure described the bill as a major immigration-enforcement package creating a chief immigration officer housed in the Department of Agriculture, an Office of State Immigration Enforcement, a local law enforcement grant program, a state immigration council, and new penalties and enforcement tools. He also outlined anticipated Senate language, including stronger 287(g) participation requirements, enhanced penalties for unauthorized aliens, a mandatory death penalty provision for certain capital offenses, and additional coordination with federal agencies. The bill drew extensive questioning from Democrats about due process, constitutional issues, school and workplace impacts, and the treatment of people whose immigration status changes over time. Members asked about birthright citizenship, TPS, asylum seekers, pretrial detention standards, the lawful basis for detaining someone based on suspected status, and whether teachers, social workers, school resource officers, and even children could be required to cooperate with immigration enforcement. McClure and Representative Garrison repeatedly said the bill would require cooperation with federal authorities, that status determinations would be handled under existing court procedures, and that the Senate death-penalty language was intended to fit within Hurst by requiring a jury finding beyond a reasonable doubt that the defendant was an unauthorized alien. They also said the bill did not provide DMV funding, did not address teacher shortages, and included appropriations such as $25 million for the local law enforcement participation incentive program and broader funding for enforcement and training. Several amendments were considered. Representative Chambliss offered an amendment to protect schools, churches, and places of worship from enforcement activity; supporters argued it would preserve trust in sacred and educational spaces, but the amendment failed. Representative Escamani offered an amendment to preserve in-state tuition for Dreamers; supporters emphasized the educational and economic contributions of Dreamers and the hardship of higher tuition, but that amendment also failed. The debate ended with no bill vote in the excerpt, but the House completed the amendment votes and continued consideration of the immigration measure.

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• Um, the impacts to bicycle riders and their safe use of the bike lanes is also not acceptable.
• people where they need to go safely. people where they need to go safely.
• So when this legislation is passed, Metro Transit will be joining its peers in a best practice.
• We've seen these in a best practice.
• they'll have a safe boarding experience. they'll have a safe boarding experience.

Bills: HF3919, HF3791, HF1781, HF3908, HF4233, HF3966, HF3430

Keywords: veterans benefits, Secret War, Laos veterans, eligibility process, burial fees, veteran designation, security, protective services, state officials, Capitol complex, state patrol, public safety, legislative protection, threat assessment, transportation, electronic attestation, traffic signals, accident reporting, legislative routes, agricultural aircraft

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• c> Utah<00:15:11.279> and<00:15:11.440> now practiced 24 years in Utah and now practiced
• <00:15:16.000> I practice, I performed abortions. I practice, I performed abortions.
• Policy does not mean practice.
• When medicine does not mean practice.
• My training and practice no choice.

Bills: HB0003, HB0117, HB0041

Keywords: pregnancy centers, abortion, pro-life, healthcare, women's rights, state regulation, civil rights, freedom of speech, informed consent, civil liability, coercion, healthcare rights, law enforcement, death benefits, retirement, survivor support, public safety, 916, all

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• I'm one of those that are affected, not to have any safe drinking water, and among my constituents back
• This is something one would never know unless one's constituent, who is in this practice throughout the
• I have practiced nuclear law before coming back home to Arizona.
• The industry is definitely all for keeping the environment safe.
• the environment safe.

Bills: SB1041, SB1363, SB1418, SB1419, SB1445, SB1447, SB1488, SB1519, SB1523, SB1560, SB1580

Keywords: electronic monitoring, nursing care, assisted living, resident rights, privacy, consent, surveillance, marijuana, rural opportunity, dispensary, economic development, licensing, social equity, unserved communities, Arizona, small modular reactors, energy regulation, environmental compatibility, utility construction, agricultural use

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• Placement is a safe place to live in the local... ...example.
• Placement is a safe place to live in the least restrictive setting that can meet a child's needs, and
• recommended by a licensed health practitioner acting within the scope of their license, and it is safe
• — that young person can safely sleep or that young, you know, I mean, we do see that, Senator Gelser
• And so what we do in practice, right, is we would have to identify a way to educate that provider.

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• going into necessary things, like maintaining and improving their access to energy that is clean, safe
• We have not seen these in practice. So. These are sort of future technologies.
• We have not seen these in practice.
• I think this is really an effective way of democratizing solar in a way that's safe, small scale.
• Because I do think that we have to make sure that folks that are using these are safe.

Summary: The Assembly Committee on Utilities and Energy heard several bills focused on utility affordability, transparency, clean energy, and consumer access. SB 327 would bar investor-owned utilities from using ratepayer funds to oppose municipal utility formation and would clarify the Public Advocates Office’s authority to inspect utility books; supporters framed it as a ratepayer protection and accountability measure, while utilities and industry groups raised concerns about municipalization language and data-request procedures. After discussion about the scope of the bill and existing guardrails from prior legislation, the committee voted SB 327 out on a due pass as amended basis to Appropriations, with the roll left open and later updated to 12-2. SB 1350, a hydrogen bill, would allow renewable portfolio standard credit for power plants using green hydrogen in turbines. The author and supporters said it would help California meet clean energy goals, support the Lancaster hydrogen project, and create jobs, while opponents, especially environmental groups, warned about NOx emissions, the risk of paper transactions, and the need for stronger safeguards on feedstocks and delivery. Members discussed amendments already taken and the need for continued work on environmental protections; the committee passed the bill 14-0 to Natural Resources. SB 868 would create a framework for plug-in or balcony solar devices for renters and others without rooftop solar, with safety standards and a cap on system size. Supporters said it would lower bills and expand access to solar, while utilities and some others raised safety and backfeed concerns and asked for more review through existing interconnection processes. The author and witnesses said the devices are small, non-exporting, and covered by safety certifications; the committee approved the bill 17-0, later updated to 18-0, and sent it to Appropriations. SB 1233 would require additional disclosure about utility cash on hand, capital structure, and related information in existing reports to help inform rates and affordability. Utilities opposed the measure as duplicative of existing proceedings and potentially delay-inducing, while supporters said it would improve transparency for ratepayers. The committee passed SB 1233 10-3 to Appropriations. The committee also dispensed with the consent calendar, passing the remaining consent items, including SB 925, SB 667, SB 952, SB 742, SB 929, SB 943, and SB 1138, and noted that SB 905 had been pulled from the agenda.

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• own platforms to share in promoting what we're doing here with 988, just so our communities can be safe
• own platforms to share in promoting what we're doing here with 988, just so our communities can be safe
• own platforms to share in promoting what we're doing here with 988, just so our communities can be safe
• Um, I'll take that from a practical perspective.
• I'll take that from a practical I'll take that from a practical perspective<00:18:31.480> with

Keywords: 1183, house

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• <00:29:20.640> They they are serve safe certified. They they are serve safe certified.
• ,<00:39:05.440> and operate legally, safely, and operate legally, safely, and responsibility
• alcohol safe safely across the state. alcohol safe safely across the state.
• c><02:33:22.080> attorney experience as a practicing attorney experience as a practicing attorney
• <03:33:41.040> Formula the national best practices. Formula the national best practices.

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• I'm not here to debate the the practice I'm not here to debate the the practice of<00:26:07.680>
• In practice, this bill will not improve safety or fairness.
• In practice this bill law is applied.
• Would eliminate this practice.
• This practice can lead to inefficiency and wasteful spending.

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• her regulate her sensory needs in a safe her regulate her sensory needs in a safe and<00:44:04.800
• And what does that mean in practice?
• When we both can system, she is safe.
• inability to safely operate. inability to safely operate.
• And that is exactly what practical.

Bills: HF3174, HF3800

Keywords: background study, disqualification, set-aside, permanent disqualification, Office of Administrative Hearings, chief judge, human services licensing, substance use disorder treatment, SUD treatment, chemical dependency, recovery, rehabilitation, abstinence, foster care, child foster care, vulnerable adults, caregiver background check, license holder, direct contact, risk of harm

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• For up to 90 days for individuals who cannot safely reside in the community and need more acute level
• within a 180-day period under the Baker Act, and without additional supports are unable to reside safely
• Those have all been going up, and we're asking for $650,000 to continue those operations safely.
• They prioritize independence, dignity, family support, and practical solutions that work across urban
• I have the experience in terms of my personal practice, and I know that those medications can exceed

Summary: The Appropriations Committee on Health and Human Services heard presentations on the governor’s proposed fiscal year 2026-2027 budget for the health and human services agencies. Kendall Kelly outlined the overall HHS budget at $48.5 billion, with AHCA accounting for the largest share, and agency heads then highlighted major proposals for Medicaid behavioral health redesign, APD waiver enrollment and facility needs, DCF child welfare, opioid, and mental health investments, DOEA funding for Alzheimer’s, home care, and community services, DOH funding for cancer research, public health initiatives, and lab capacity, and VA funding for facility improvements, cybersecurity, and medication management. Several members praised specific proposals, including increased reimbursement for private duty nursing, Alzheimer’s supports, and the Florida FIRST blood-in-ambulance initiative. Senators also questioned the proposed changes to the AIDS Drug Assistance Program (ADAP), with the Surgeon General explaining that the department expects a reduction in covered patients from about 30,000 to about 20,000 because of funding pressures tied to rebates, federal changes, and premium tax credit issues. Public testimony strongly criticized the ADAP changes, citing lack of transparency and warning that many patients could lose access to medications. Other questions focused on the Office of Minority Health and Health Equity, DCF’s substance abuse and mental health data dashboard, Kids Care/CHIP expansion implementation, APD bed and facility planning, and the FX Medicaid technology project. DCF said about $7 million is set aside for the dashboard system, and AHCA said the governor’s budget includes $124.4 million for FX maintenance and continued module development, with $13.5 million to begin claims processing work. The committee did not take a substantive vote on the budget presentations and adjourned after questions and public testimony.

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• and beneficial management practices that could be used for wind developers as a whole and also help
• But in practice, we are in a good place towards produced water use for beneficial purposes.
• We're worried about the long-term consequences if we find out some of this stuff isn't as safe as we
• Other similarly situated states have determined the reuse of produced water is not safe.
• In order to continue oil and gas operations, it can be done safely.

Bills: SB3074, HB49, HB2440, HB3556, HB3619, HB3866, HB4042, HB4112, HB4271, HB4413, HB4426, HB5033, HB49

Keywords: SB 3074, TCEQ, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, Water Code, permit applications, environmental permitting, administrative record, ex parte communications, legislative communications, governor, lieutenant governor, state legislators, district projects, public records, recusal, conflict of interest, substantial interest, agency transparency, environmental regulation, permit renewal

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• keep the women and men who are tasked to support us in this chamber, and in this Capitol, strong and safe
• Keeping them safe and well in our long absence.
• Bernalillo County, I appreciate the incredible work that you all do every day to keep our residents safe
• For those of us that are early risers and need to get a little exercise and some practice in, please
• Tomorrow at 6 a.m. sharp for practice. Any other announcements? Gentle lady from Doña Ana.

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• safe getting to and from school.
• Instead, we have an keep you safe.
• President. safely. Look twice. Save a life. safely. Look twice. Save a life.
• Drive<02:39:50.720> safe<02:39:51.120> and Drive safe and Drive safe and sober.<02:39:54.160
• And this is our Department of safe.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• Communities of color are not silenced by election practices that deny equal political opportunity.
• The bill currently eliminates the existing safe harbor provision for jurisdictions that have already
• We believe that there should be some preservation of the current safe harbor process.
• Supreme Court erode the Voting Rights Act protections against discriminatory voting practices.
• Supreme Court erode the Voting Rights Act protections against discriminatory voting practices.

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• So if federal law does prohibit this practice, like Mississippi's or like some of the other states, these
• The standards appear to be similar to current best practices that are already recommended by USPS, which
• Best practices that are already recommended by USPS include the use of intelligent mail barcodes for
• So that is best practice and standard practice in many places.
• That's a nonprofit, essentially sharing security best practices and security information.

Keywords: 904, all

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• At the same time, poor land management practices, failure to implement basic mitigation strategies, misguided
• What's not working, and how we can move forward with practical, effective solutions.
• Because as we failed to practice resilience, we needed insurers to raise prices, to send signals that
• for forestry management, for tributary clearing within environmental norms, whatever a best practice
• We have brave firefighters right now, you know, trying to keep people safe.

Keywords: homeowners insurance, natural disasters, insurance costs, climate change, disaster preparedness, federal policies, bipartisan solutions

Summary: The meeting reviewed critical issues surrounding the rising costs and accessibility of homeowners insurance across the United States, particularly in light of increasing natural disasters linked to climate change. Members engaged in extensive discussions regarding the implications for families and the economy, citing significant increases in premiums and decreasing availability of policies in high-risk areas. Supervisor Peysko highlighted the direct impact of federal policies on local communities, emphasizing the growing burden on homeowners as they face skyrocketing insurance costs amidst a backdrop of environmental challenges and regulatory constraints. The committee expressed a unified call to action for bipartisan solutions, focusing on improving building codes and enhancing disaster preparedness measures.

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• Judiciary has had under consideration engrossed Committee Substitute for House Bill 4198, E-Verify Safe
• Engrossed Committee Substitute for House Bill 4198, E-Verify Safe Harbor Act, second reading of the bill
• Judiciary has had under consideration engrossed Committee Substitute for House Bill 4198, E-Verify Safe
• They're an important part of sports, whether at practice.
• They prevent, like I said, heat injuries, concussions; all those things can be prevented at practice

Keywords: 994, senate, all

Summary: The Senate met on March 11, 2026, with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, journal approval, and numerous guest and page introductions, including school groups, prayer caucus visitors, and advocates for Home Family Education Day and Women in Blue Day. The chamber then took up committee reports and a large number of House bills, most of them on third reading, along with several resolutions and referrals. Senate Resolution 62, designating March 12, 2026, as West Virginia Athletic Trainers Day, was adopted after remarks emphasizing the value of athletic trainers in preventing injuries and tragedies in school sports. Several other resolutions and concurrent resolutions were referred to the Committee on Rules or laid over under the rules. The Senate passed a wide range of bills addressing economic development, public safety, health, licensing, and state administration. Measures approved included bills on the West Virginia Collaboratory at Marshall University, the Business Ready Sites program, volunteer fire company spending authority, the Load Forecast Accountability Act, funeral service licensure, work zone fines, biennial business reporting, correctional officer retirement law, the Right to Try Act, quick claim deed tax exemptions, an ibogaine drug-development grant program, aggravated vehicular homicide sentencing, 529 savings plan definitions, opportunity zones, barber apprenticeship, municipal and county hotel occupancy fund uses, criminal-record licensing standards, intimate image disclosure remedies, executor training materials, contempt penalties, PEIA treatment flexibility, PANS/PANDAS information, the Respiratory Care Interstate Compact, capitation rate review expansions, convention and visitors bureau board membership, peer support services, cosmetology licensure compacts, natural resource police retirement, DNR fee indexing, ALS care services, the Neighborhood Investment Program, oil and gas well plugging and carbon capture-related provisions, DUI technical changes, abuse intervention program terminology, and a youth summer employment and career readiness program. Most bills passed overwhelmingly, with a few closer votes, including the Load Forecast Accountability Act and the DNR fee-indexing bill. Several bills were amended on the floor, including title amendments and strike-and-insert changes. The Senate also debated the work zone penalty bill, with supporters citing worker safety and fatalities and opponents arguing the bill increased fines too much without requiring removal of outdated work-zone signs. On the energy-related load forecast bill, senators discussed the inclusion of provisions from Senate Bill 420 and concerns about coal plant utilization and utility impacts. After debate, the Senate adopted amendments and passed the bill. In most cases, after passage the Senate ordered the bills communicated to the House, and for a few measures it also adopted title amendments or made bills effective from passage or on a specified date.