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• We have the lowest computer science.

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• Or it could be however you want to compute it. If you increase it, it would double it.

Keywords: committee meeting, legislation, public testimony, discussion, procedural

Summary: The meeting covered various topics, but specific discussions and bills were not detailed in the available transcript. Despite the lack of documented debates or acknowledgments, it was noted that committee members were present, and there may have been attempts to address crucial legislative matters. The dynamics of the meeting suggested a standard procedural gathering where routine insights were likely shared among the attendees.

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• There's a computer for that. Did you bring a slide down? We just delivered slides to the committee.

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• They don't want to be tippy-tapping away at a computer typing in the tax data, the owner name, all the

Summary: The committee meeting began with quorum, member introductions, and an overview of the Agriculture, Environment, and General Government budget process. The chair emphasized using the committee resource book and performance metrics to review the base budget and invited members to identify areas of interest for later discussion. Members were also reminded about appearance forms and speaking procedures. Wes Gregory of the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services presented on agricultural best management practices and water policy. He said the office had updated all nine commodity BMP manuals and added a manual for small farms and livestock, expanded enrollment by 742 producers covering 677,000 acres, and used GIS and data analysis to target areas such as the Indian River Lagoon. He also described cost-share projects, a new field application for enrollment and inspections, cross-training staff, and a request for $20 million for regional water quality projects. Members asked about BMP enrollment, compliance, and enforcement; Gregory said noncompliance is uncommon and cases can be referred to DEP. Adam Blaylock of DEP reviewed environmental grant programs, saying the state has appropriated $2.9 billion since 2018 for water quality projects, with about 1,100 projects reducing nitrogen and phosphorus statewide. He described the Water Quality Improvement Grant, Indian River Lagoon, Biscayne Bay, Springs, Alternative Water Supply, and Resilient Florida programs, including a planned public dashboard and a water-quality monitoring portal. Senators asked about the application window, award timing, and the high cost of septic-to-sewer conversions, with Blaylock estimating a blended average of about $35,000 per home. Chief Conservation Officer George Worthing of the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission then presented on invasive animal control. He discussed prevention, risk screening, law enforcement at ports, public outreach programs such as the Python Challenge, Lionfish Challenge, and Exotic Pet Amnesty Program, and early detection tools like the Ive Got One reporting system. He also described control efforts for Burmese pythons, tegus, and lionfish, along with research and partner coordination. Members asked about the most harmful invasive species and whether iguanas may be taken; Worthing said iguanas are open for take, subject to other laws. The meeting ended after members briefly identified priorities such as water quality, recreation water quality, sustainability, sea level rise, and septic-to-sewer infrastructure, and the committee adjourned without any formal votes.

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• But here's what the proposed solution looks like: What if your phone and computer were subject to search
• But here's what the proposed solution looks like: What if your phone and computer were subject to search
• What if your phone and computer were subject to search at any time because someone somewhere might be

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• He said that may be true on the computer, but this bill was introduced about 50 days ago, made it into
• people working with veterans need the accreditation, training, knowledge, ability, and access to the computer
• the access knowledge and the ability and the access to<00:59:45.920> the<00:59:46.079> computer
• <00:59:47.680> Not to the computer system to do so. Not to the computer system to do so.
• And I want to remind you, and I pulled up on my computer some of what happened last fall, some of the

Keywords: 1183, house

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• They do have those vests and little cards that people do, but you can order them if somebody has a computer
• They do have those vests and little cards that people do, but you can order them if somebody has a computer
• these inefficient tests when superior alternatives already exist, including human cell-based models, computer
• including human cell-based<05:01:09.638> models<05:01:09.920> mods<05:01:10.600> computer
• cell-based models mods computer cell-based models mods computer simulations<05:01:11.718> and

Keywords: 928, house, all

Summary: The committee held a work session on a bill arising from the Lee case involving animal seizures and humane society involvement. Members and the commissioner discussed concerns about due process, lack of clear notice to animal owners, the need for owners to understand when they are surrendering ownership, and whether humane agents should have additional training or certification. Several members also questioned the role of the NH SPCA and humane societies, the absence of oversight, and whether there was any financial or policy conflict in their involvement. The commissioner said the Department of Agriculture does not have a direct relationship with humane societies, but does coordinate with police on seizures, and noted that problems tend to arise when agencies do not consult the department first. Testimony and discussion focused on possible fixes to the bill, including clearer written notice of rights, requiring a third-party qualified veterinarian or other neutral evaluator, establishing the condition of animals at the time of seizure for later court proceedings, and possibly using teleconferencing with a veterinarian in limited circumstances. Some members suggested the bill may need a broader study committee, while others said it should be amended now rather than delayed. The chair said the bill would be worked on further and sent to the subcommittee for more detailed review. The committee then opened a hearing on HB 250, which would allow local governing bodies to regulate dog muzzling. Representative Jodi Newell testified that the bill was intended to let municipalities respond to dangerous dogs, citing Keene’s attempt to require muzzling after a serious incident but lack of clear authority under current law. Deborah LeBlanc also testified about a dog attack that seriously injured her dog and said a muzzle requirement could have prevented the attack. Committee members asked about the incident, existing dog-control laws, and whether the dog had been leashed; the discussion suggested the bill was meant to clarify local authority over muzzling as a public safety measure.

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• all things that we could and should have done this legislative session, given the fact that the computing
• that<02:02:05.080> the session, given the fact that the session, given the fact that the computing
• <02:02:06.120> power<02:02:06.440> of<02:02:06.560> artificial computing power of
• artificial computing power of artificial intelligence<02:02:07.680> doubles<02:02:08.160>

Keywords: 919, house, all

Summary: House File 3732, the Department of Employment and Economic Development appropriations bill, was presented as a package of budget and policy changes from the Workforce, Labor, and Economic Development Committee. The author described it as a set of practical fixes, including changes to reporting requirements, repealing unused programs, recommendations from a Governor’s Workforce Development Board subcommittee on direct appropriations, and creation of an Office of Community Investment within DEED. Members also noted the bill had been revised after earlier floor debate and included a modified version of a previously contentious proposal. The first major floor debate centered on Amendment A12, offered by Representative Zeleznikar, which would create an exemption from meal and break requirements for certain 24-hour care settings such as disability group homes and home care. Supporters argued the current break law does not fit the realities of one-on-one or overnight care and could force providers into unsafe or impractical staffing models. Opponents, including Representatives Johnson and Pinto, said the amendment would weaken or repeal worker break protections and remove clear standards and remedies. After debate, the House took a roll call and the amendment failed on a 67-67 tie. A second amendment, A13 by Representative Tabke, proposed a $150,000 state aviation fund-backed loan fund to help TSA and other airport workers who had gone without pay during a federal shutdown, by backstopping bank loans for affected families. Tabke framed it as worker relief tied to the aviation system, while Representative Niska argued it was not a serious proposal, had not been vetted, and unfairly used state money to address a federal dispute. Debate on the amendment became highly partisan and included a point of order over personalities in debate before the Speaker ruled the point well taken and returned discussion to the amendment.

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• And I just now trying to get my computer up and running because I'm a little...
• to<00:36:23.520> get<00:36:23.760> my<00:36:24.160> uh<00:36:24.560> computer
• <00:36:24.960> up<00:36:25.119> and trying to get my uh computer up and trying to get
• my uh computer up and running<00:36:25.680> because<00:36:26.240> I'm<00:36:26.400>

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• The latest shortage list I encourage you to look at includes positions such as chemistry teacher, computer
• as at, but it includes positions such as chemistry<01:51:29.520> teacher,<01:51:30.000> computer
• <01:51:30.440> science,<01:51:31.320> uh chemistry teacher, computer science, uh chemistry
• teacher, computer science, uh several<01:51:32.200> math<01:51:32.520> categories, several

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• distance to the nearest home, airport, or water body is either available on the DES website or easily computed
• either available on the DES website or either available on the DES website or easily<01:40:33.000> computed
• c> and<01:40:34.200> he<01:40:34.400> estimated<01:40:34.960> it easily computed
• , and he estimated it easily computed, and he estimated it would<01:40:35.160> take<01:40:35.600

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• We're going to start for those of you that are following it on your computers with House third reading
• following<00:10:31.920> it<00:10:32.160> on<00:10:32.280> your<00:10:32.440> computers
• that are following it on your computers that are following it on your computers with<00:10:34.200

Keywords: House streaming session for Friday, April 10, 2026, 957, house, all

Summary: The House met with 122 members present, heard the journal read, and proceeded through a long series of Senate messages, concurrence motions, and third-reading votes on a wide range of bills. Early business included conference committee appointments on Senate Bill 159 (Emergency Medical Services Vehicles and Ambulances, Required Supplies), Senate Bill 514 (Third Degree Assault), and Senate Bill 866 (Chain Restaurants, disclosure of sodium and added sugars), along with several other bills where the House declined to recede from its amendments and named conferees. The chamber also adopted concurrence on House Bill 1181 (children in out-of-home placement) and House Bill 1219 (climate change/homeowners insurance study), and adopted a favorable committee report on House Bill 1602 (no-cost cancer screening for volunteer firefighters), which was amended to add sponsors, make technical changes, and include retired volunteer firefighters before being ordered printed for third reading. The House then took up a Rules Committee consent calendar and moved a batch of bills to the appropriate committees. On third reading, it passed House Bill 1028 (Caroline County Board of Education compensation increase) and House Bill 1599 (Choptank River Enhancement Program and Maryland Seafood Industry Financial Assistance Fund) by constitutional majorities. It also rejected Senate amendments on House Bill 107 (Intelligent Speed Assistance System Pilot Program), House Bill 153 (residential rental apartments air conditioning requirement), House Bill 1063 (hunting management), and House Bill 1067 (lead and lead-based ammunition phase out), appointing conference committees in each case. House Bill 717 (Baltimore City raffles for organizations affiliated with professional baseball and football teams) and House Bill 892 (cemeteries, actions for sale/transfer/alternate use) also had Senate amendments rejected. The chamber then passed a series of Senate bills on third reading, including Senate Bill 309 (precious metal bullion or coins sales tax exemption), 523 (vernal pools identification), 742 (Maryland Protecting People with Disabilities Act), 141 (election misinformation/disinformation and deep fakes), 298 (Maryland Capital Police statewide jurisdiction), 515 (Health Services Cost Review Commission rate setting), 638 (Maryland Heritage Areas funding and grants), 28 (state employee arbitration reform), 72 (Baltimore County off-premises alcohol sales), 361 (Baltimore City alcoholic beverages license extension), 414 (Anne Arundel County nonprofit swim club license), 601 (cybersecurity standards), 305 (incarcerated individual training and reentry grant fund extension), 331 (retired law enforcement handgun permit renewal), 516 (protective body armor requirements and reporting), 651 (transfer-on-death deed establishment), 865 (private passenger automobile insurance work group), 933 (temporary appointment to the Commission on Judicial Disabilities), 261 (money transmission act definition changes), and 823 (Parole Commission selection committee changes). Most passed with little or no debate; Senate Bill 523 drew opposition from a delegate who warned that identifying vernal pools could lead to future regulation and land-use restrictions, while Senate Bill 823 prompted questions about victims’ rights and whether state’s attorneys remained opposed, with the floor leader saying the bill added a victims’ rights advocate to the selection committee and that opposition had been limited to written testimony. Several members later changed votes on Senate Bill 638 and Senate Bill 865 before the House moved on.

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• Not saying they don't learn how to use a computer, but dead set against it.
• how<01:24:01.600> to<01:24:01.680> use<01:24:01.840> a<01:24:01.920> computer
• they don't learn how to use a computer they don't learn how to use a computer but<01:24:02.960><

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• And ladies and gentlemen, it does scare me that a line error in a computer in a situation like that,
• does scare me that a line error<01:37:27.199> in<01:37:27.440> a<01:37:27.600> computer
• in<01:37:28.800> a<01:37:29.040> situation<01:37:29.440> like error in a computer
• in a situation like error in a computer in a situation like that<01:37:29.920> where<01:37:30.159

Keywords: 916, all

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• You can file it from your home computer, from your tablet, from your mobile device.
• Computers that we maintain, where they can file their unemployment claim.
• So you'll have quite a few individuals that will come in each week to use our computer resources to do
• week<02:09:12.960> to<02:09:13.280> use<02:09:13.679> our<02:09:14.000> computer

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• . >> I have a computer in front of me.
• >> I<01:54:02.239> have<01:54:02.320> a<01:54:02.560> computer<01:54:02.800
• <01:54:03.360> I >> I have a computer in front of me.
• I >> I have a computer in front of me.

Keywords: 928, house, all

Summary: The meeting focused on reviewing and amending draft minutes and then discussing a draft report on SAU consolidation and school administration efficiency. Members first corrected a disputed statement in the minutes about who starts charter schools, and agreed to mark it as disputed. They also noted a donation figure mentioned in the meeting but not reflected in the notes, and then approved the minutes as amended. The committee then reviewed supporting materials, including a Census Bureau education spending table and a 1993 report on eliminating SAUs. The chair argued New Hampshire ranks very high in administrative spending and used that as evidence for reducing administrative costs. Other members pushed back, noting that education costs are largely borne locally and that the committee should stay focused on its charge. Several members also objected to characterizations of SAU boards and to relying heavily on an old report or on the School District Governance Association’s proposal. The draft report itself drew repeated edits. Members objected to language suggesting the testimony from associations was simply that change was not needed, and proposed more neutral wording about concerns over the impacts of changes. There was also disagreement over a proposed model in which a county-level school administrator would be elected; some members said that would be inappropriate and premature, while others argued the committee had not yet fully developed a consolidation model. The discussion ended with a call from some members for more time and for a future joint legislative committee to continue refining any proposal before legislation is introduced.

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• committee would agree with that, but uh you know, we live in the 21st century with AI and all kinds of computer
• kinds<00:41:53.440> of century with AI and all kinds of century with AI and all kinds of computer
• 54.800> and<00:41:55.520> uh<00:41:55.760> wonderful<00:41:56.319> tools computer
• programs and uh wonderful tools computer programs and uh wonderful tools that<00:41:57.280> uh

Keywords: 958, all

Summary: The meeting opened with roll call and housekeeping, including moving standing attendees to an overflow room and asking the audience to avoid interruptions. The task force then heard testimony from Allison Adams of the Foundation for a Healthy Kentucky, who presented statewide health trend data showing Kentucky ranked 41st overall and 44th in health outcomes, with especially poor performance on premature death, chronic disease, diabetes, and vaccination rates. She emphasized that Kentucky has the highest rates of residents with multiple chronic conditions, that diabetes remains above the national average, and that childhood immunization rates have worsened. She also highlighted major provider shortages in rural areas, noting that 43 of 120 counties meet shortage criteria and that more than half of primary care providers are concentrated in Fayette and Jefferson counties. Adams urged the task force to focus on prevention, early intervention, access to care, physical activity, and healthier school and community environments, and said the foundation is prepared to share results from its demonstration projects. Task force members asked follow-up questions about the age range for chronic-condition data and whether the diabetes figure reflected type 1 or type 2 diabetes; Adams said the chronic-condition measure spans all ages and that the diabetes figure likely reflects type 2, though she offered to provide the full report. The task force then approved the minutes from the prior meeting. The committee next turned to SNAP benefits and heard from Lisa Dennis, commissioner of the Department for Community Based Services, and Roger McCann, director of the Division of Family Support. They explained that SNAP is not only a food assistance program but also a public health and family stability tool, arguing that poor diet contributes to chronic disease and that food insecurity is linked to family stress, child welfare involvement, and neglect-related CPS referrals. They cited research showing that more generous SNAP policies are associated with fewer CPS reports, fewer substantiated reports, and fewer foster care placements, and said SNAP helps reduce risk and promote stability across vulnerable populations including children, older adults, people with disabilities, and pregnant women. They also described SNAP-Ed as the nutrition education component that teaches healthy eating, cooking on a budget, and how to use fresh produce, but warned that recent federal legislation eliminates federal funding for SNAP-Ed beginning in federal fiscal year 2026. McCann outlined the remaining SNAP outreach and employment-and-training components, noting that outreach is typically run by nonprofits with a 50% match and that employment and training funds job-skills programs to help recipients move toward better jobs and self-sufficiency. The discussion emphasized that access to nutritious food, education, and job supports are all part of improving health outcomes and reducing food insecurity.

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• properties within a thousand-foot radius unquote is an impossibility and would require a non-existing computer
• 37:16.080> non-existing and would require a non-existing and would require a non-existing computer
• program<01:37:17.600> for<01:37:17.920> municipalities<01:37:18.800> to computer
• program for municipalities to computer program for municipalities to use<01:37:19.199> in<01:

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• out and destroys the classroom, throwing desks, throwing chairs, breaking televisions, breaking computer
• 14.080> breaking chairs, breaking televisions, breaking chairs, breaking televisions, breaking computer
• <01:11:17.840> We computer screens. It's not right. We computer screens. It's not right.

Keywords: 1183, house

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• get a prescription today for Claritin, I can bill Medicaid for over-the-counter Claritin and the computer
• for over-the-counter Claritin<03:47:28.439> and<03:47:29.439> the<03:47:29.840> computer
• <03:47:30.239> will<03:47:30.479> either Claritin and the computer will either Claritin
• and the computer will either pay<03:47:31.600> allow<03:47:31.920> it<03:47:32.080>

Keywords: 1189, house, all