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• committee amendment that I would like to offer is for the most part the same language as 2025-1733s except
• c><01:04:07.520> for<01:04:07.760> the<01:04:08.480> grammatical 20125-1733s except
• for the grammatical 20125-1733s except for the grammatical change<01:04:09.680> on<01:04:10.640
• c><01:33:46.320> when<01:33:46.719> a<01:33:46.880> healthcare affords that exception
• when a healthcare affords that exception when a healthcare provider<01:33:48.239> reasonably<

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

Transcript Highlights:

• The language in here, except for the more likely than not, is pretty much the same.
• <01:31:38.159> language<01:31:38.480> in<01:31:38.639> here<01:31:38.880> except
• The language in here except for with it.
• The language in here except for the<01:31:40.960> more<01:31:41.199> likely<01:31:41.520
• So the existing words says, with the original one, said the exception of the candidate standing for office

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• And consent has always been an exception to the requirement to get a warrant.
• And that’s why we’ve sought warrants in the past and are seeking this very, very narrow exception.
• I had thought that the Assembly Labor and Employment Committee suggested that you do an exception for
• And it also prevents geofencing around our reproductive health clinics, except for allowing geofencing
• Except for allowing geofencing for security purposes.

Summary: The committee first heard AB 56, which would require social media platforms to display a warning label about potential mental health harms from prolonged use, with amendments shortening the initial warning and allowing immediate access to the platform. The author and supporters, including a parent who lost a daughter to suicide and a therapist, argued that social media contributes to teen anxiety, self-harm, and other harms and that families need clearer public health information. Opponents from tech and civil liberties groups argued the bill would be ineffective, burdensome, and likely unconstitutional, saying it would create warning fatigue and should be replaced by more targeted tools and digital literacy measures. Several members discussed emergency access concerns, language access, and whether the warning should be more actionable; the bill was moved on a 9-0 vote to the Judiciary Committee. The committee then took up AB 358, which would amend CalECPA to allow law enforcement, with the victim’s consent, to inspect certain abandoned tracking or surveillance devices found in a victim’s home, vehicle, or personal property without first obtaining a warrant. The author and a San Diego prosecutor said the bill is narrowly tailored to devices used solely for spying and is intended to help stalking and domestic violence survivors act quickly before evidence is lost. Opponents from EFF and the ACLU warned the bill would weaken warrant protections, create a loophole around CalECPA, and reduce transparency and accountability. Members debated Fourth Amendment issues, abandonment, and the practical need for rapid access; the bill passed the committee on a 9-0 vote to Appropriations. The committee also heard AB 1137, which builds on last year’s CSAM reporting law by allowing any user to report child sexual abuse material, requiring clearer reporting mechanisms, adding human review in some cases, and mandating third-party audits and public reporting. Supporters, including survivor advocates and a parent of a child victim, said the bill would reduce the burden on survivors and improve removal of abusive content. Tech industry opponents said they support the goal but objected to the human-review mandate, public audit disclosures, and enforcement provisions, arguing they could create security risks and compliance burdens. Members generally supported the bill’s intent but raised questions about audit frequency and human review; the bill was moved on call with seven votes at the time of the transcript.

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• These requirements would ensure timely access to services for highly mobile students with exceptional
• These requirements would ensure timely access to services for highly mobile students with exceptional
• This means that students with exceptional needs often face delays and hardships in getting the services
• The only exception is when parents are unfit, and the state may not assume that parents are unfit merely
• This bill continues to protect critical exceptions, allowing smartphones to be used in emergencies, for

Summary: The Assembly Education Committee heard a full agenda of bills, first adopting a consent calendar of 11 measures without individual presentations. The committee then took up AB 1412, which would require California schools to implement or adopt a transferred special education student’s IEP within 30 days for out-of-state transfers and to coordinate more quickly on records. The author and military-family witnesses said the bill would reduce delays for highly mobile students, especially military children; a school administrators group opposed it. The bill received initial support from committee members and was moved on call. The committee also reconsidered AB 281, which would require notice to parents when outside consultants provide sex education instruction; the author accepted amendments removing a copy-right provision, but the bill remained on call after a split vote. The committee heard AB 1005, which would create a statewide drowning-prevention education and swim-lesson voucher framework for underserved communities. The author and supporters described drowning as a preventable public health and equity issue, while the bill was clarified as developing a plan rather than immediately launching a voucher program. It was voted out on a 3-0 roll with the measure placed on call. AB 908, as amended, would add compliance monitoring for existing requirements that schools use LGBTQ-inclusive instructional materials and curriculum under the FAIR Act. Supporters said the bill would improve implementation and student safety; opponents raised concerns about privacy, girls’ sports, and school burdens. The committee approved the bill 5-2 and sent it to Appropriations. The committee then heard AB 1401, which would affirm parents’ access to school records, including unofficial records unless exempt by law. The author argued that parents need clearer access to information held by schools and vendors, while school officials and teachers’ union representatives warned the bill was too vague and could sweep in personal notes, journals, and other sensitive material. The bill failed on a 2-3 vote and was placed on call. Finally, AB 727 would require student ID cards to include the Trevor Project hotline for LGBTQ youth; supporters framed it as a suicide-prevention measure, while opponents argued it conflicted with parental rights and religious beliefs. Committee discussion focused on whether 988 already provides similar access and whether the Trevor Project is an appropriate resource to print on IDs; the hearing continued with the bill still under consideration.

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• Except they still have to go through the refund process. Correct. So this is a private development.
• Except they still have to go through the refund process. Correct. This is a private development.
• And then finally, it also makes a change in paragraph I that allows written exceptions and arguments
• <01:05:26.240> and<01:05:26.480> arguments allows written exceptions and arguments
• allows written exceptions and arguments to<01:05:27.119> the<01:05:27.280> commissioner

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

Transcript Highlights:

• My DE1 amendment would strip everything except for the task force.
• 40.160> everything amendment uh would strip everything amendment uh would strip everything except
• <00:52:42.400> Uh<00:52:42.640> and<00:52:42.880> it except for the task force
• Uh and it except for the task force.
• for the last group, there hasn't except for the last group, there hasn't been<01:05:55.520> much<

Keywords: 1183, house

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• DiCado, my former post-teacher, has an exceptional ability to unpack standards, deliver content with
• Now, you'll find exceptions like HISD because they did so well they released their scores, okay, because
• You both did an exceptional job, Ms. Wiggins. Yes, sir.
• Members, the committee substitute makes allowances for medical and safety exceptions to cover instances
• Exceptions to cover instances when cell phone use is required by an IEP or 504 or a physician.

Summary: The committee continued hearing testimony on Senate Bill 2252, which would expand early literacy and numeracy screening, parent notification, intervention supports, and teacher training, including math academies and early childhood supports. Supporters from Texas 2036, Good Reason Houston, Texas Business Leadership Council, and several parents argued that early identification of skill gaps, clearer data for families, and stronger teacher preparation would improve student outcomes, workforce readiness, and long-term earnings. They cited low math proficiency statewide, the importance of early intervention, and examples of districts using screeners and data dashboards to guide instruction and resource allocation. One witness also highlighted home visiting as a family-support model, while another urged more funding for pre-K partnerships and stronger support for parents with reading materials and guidance. A district special education administrator testified neutrally, saying the bill reflects practices already used in her district but expressing concern that it could reduce local control and teacher discretion by standardizing screening and tying it to funding. A Texas Classroom Teachers Association representative supported the intent but warned that mandatory math academies and intervention academies could burden teachers if implemented like prior reading academies, and a substitute teacher/teacher-of-the-year witness asked for clearer protections around special education information and pay for alternative certification candidates. After public testimony closed, SB 2252 was left pending. The committee then took up Senate Bill 2253, as substituted, which would phase out routine hiring of uncertified teachers over time, require parent notification when a teacher is uncertified, and expand high-quality preparation pathways such as university programs, residencies, improved alternative certification, and grow-your-own programs. Senator Creighton said the bill responds to the rise in uncertified teachers and aims to strengthen the teacher pipeline with more structured preparation, mentorship, and oversight by SBEC. Invited testimony strongly supported the measure: a Texas Tech researcher said uncertified teachers and fast-track programs are associated with significant learning losses, while year-long residencies and mentored pathways produce stronger outcomes and higher earnings for students. Leaders from Dallas College and Sam Houston State University described successful residency and grow-your-own models, high completion and retention rates, and the need for paid residencies and stipends so candidates can afford to enter the profession. Committee members asked about the difference between mentorship and residency, the cost-effectiveness of paid residencies, retention incentives, and how to scale the model statewide. The committee also adopted the substitute for SB 2253 and later paused to vote out several other bills, including SB 1191, SB 1786, SB 226, SB 326, SB 570, SB 870, SB 991, SB 60, SB 365, SB 1401, and SB 1067, all of which were reported favorably, many with unanimous votes and some placed on the local and uncontested calendar.

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• Kaylee's journey should not be the exception; it should be the expectation.
• Kaylee's journey should not be the exception; it should be the expectation.
• Kaylee's journey should not be the exception; it should be the expectation.
• I don't even know if there's an Eleanor Roosevelt Memorial anywhere in the United States except in the
• <01:32:33.040> in anywhere in the United States except in anywhere in the United States except

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

Transcript Highlights:

• Gillespie County Republicans checked the hand count checking and found errors in every precinct except
• You really got to an exceptional witness with Ms. Swoboda from Arizona.
• I may not know which one is the best one except the one I like. go with that.
• I'm just thinking more like the division of labor, if you put everything in except the constitutional
• So 60% of the votes were cast from people who were not. near that location except because they work there

Bills: SB16, SB76, SB310, SB311, SB396, SB505, SB827, SB964, SB1209, SB1210, SB1386, SB1470, SB2035, SJR37, SB 16

Keywords: voter registration, proof of citizenship, Election Code, criminal offenses, limited federal ballot, transportation, infrastructure, funding, public safety, state regulation, election, polling places, voter access, state oversight, electronic voting, voting, polling place, elections, countywide program, election integrity

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• If you look at the RSA 570-A, right, there's a whole bunch of exceptions in there, of which this would
• just become another exception.
• in there of which this would exceptions in there of which this would just<01:06:35.240> become
• ><01:06:35.520> another just become another just become another exception<01:06:38.599> all
• all right um anyone else have exception all right um anyone else have any<01:06:40.799> anything<

Keywords: 928, house, all

Summary: The committee first took up House Bill 313, and Representative Perez moved to retain the bill, saying it needed work and was not ready as written. Representative Smith supported that approach, and the motion to retain passed 18-0. The committee then considered House Bill 391, an anti-SLAPP measure. Representative Smith and others argued the bill was too broad, could create litigation and discovery disputes, and might even be read to affect criminal cases. The committee voted 18-0 to retain HB 391 as well, and the chair agreed to place it on consent with a report to be prepared. The committee next heard House Bill 462, establishing a cause of action for unwarranted video imaging of residential properties. Representative McFarland moved to retain, saying the bill raised First Amendment and property-rights concerns. The motion passed 18-0. The committee then took up House Bill 509, a fiscal note bill requiring reporting related to forfeitures. Members on both sides discussed the bill’s cost, the burden of collecting and collating the data, possible duplication across fiscal years, and whether the information was already being collected. The OTP motion passed 11-7, and Chairman Lynn asked Representative McFarland to prepare the report; a minority report was anticipated. Finally, the committee considered House Bill 520, which would authorize Department of Education hearing officers to issue subpoenas. Representative Kuttab supported the bill, saying similar authority exists in other agencies and states. Opponents argued the DOE already can obtain information through the attorney general, that the bill would create an unbalanced internal enforcement process, and that the subpoena authority was not tied to the curriculum-related concerns raised in testimony. Representative Ter offered Amendment 0842H to shift subpoena authority from DOE hearing officers to the attorney general; the amendment failed 7-11. The committee then voted on the bill as amended, and the OTP motion passed 10-8, with a minority report also requested.

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• retain workers in nursing homes and all that, and I'm not going to get into the weeds on anything except
• to get into the Weeds on anything except to get into the Weeds on anything except um<00:31:26.279
• I don’t believe in reincarnation except in government.
• <00:56:21.920> in don't believe in reincarnation except in don't believe in reincarnation
• except in government<00:56:23.280> you<00:56:23.400> just<00:56:23.559> never<00

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• I can't believe we have an exception on conference committees on voiding when it gets close to the end
• I can't believe we have an exception on conference committees on voiding when it gets close to the end
• believe<00:21:28.360> we<00:21:28.640> have<00:21:28.720> an<00:21:28.840> exception
• <00:21:29.159> on believe we have an exception on believe we have an exception on conference
• I can't believe we have an exception on conference committees on voiding when it gets close to the end

Bills: HF390, HF1202, HF550

Keywords: government data, data practices, record keeping, penalties, legal enforcement, public meetings, transparency, government accountability, interagency groups, Minnesota Statutes, redistricting, Bipartisan Commission, Minnesota Constitution, census, legislative districts, 1183, house

Transcript Highlights:

• There was a drafting oopsy, so all sections were removed that did that except for one remained in error
• 01:29:19.360> that sections were removed that did that sections were removed that did that except
• for one remained uh in error uh except for one remained uh in error uh so<01:29:23.159> those
• the committee sub did that in all and the committee sub did that in all respects<01:46:55.199> except
• > that<01:46:56.080> was<01:46:56.199> left<01:46:56.400> in respects except

Keywords: Meeting start 00:06:05 Roll Call 00:06:33 HB 152 Discussion 00:07:55 HB 152 PHS 2 Vote 00:10:12 HB 545 Discussion HB 545 PHS 1 Vote 00:13:47 HB 606 Discussion 00:15:15 HB 606 Vote 00:16:32 HJR 30 Discussion HJR Vote 00:19:07 HJR 32 Discussion 00:20:25 HJR 32 PHS 1 Vote 00:23:11 HJR 34 Discussion 00:25:04 HJR 34 PHS 1 Vote 00:28:50 HJR 46 Discussion 00:30:09 HJR 46 Vote 00:34:15 HJR 53 Discussion 00:35:40 HJR 53 Vote 00:38:55 HJR 54 Discussion 00:40:15 HJR 54 Vote 00:40:50 HB 546 Discussion 00:42:15 HB 546 PHS 1 Vote 00:46:15 HB 605 Discussion 00:47:38 HB 605 PHS 1 Vote 00:52:10 HB 694 Discussion 00:53:46 HB 694 Vote 01:07:47 HB 695 Discussion Only 01:10:20, 958, all

Summary: The House Standing Committee on Appropriations and Revenue met on February 25 and considered a series of bills and joint resolutions, mostly involving appropriations, capital projects, and local infrastructure funding. The committee first adopted PHS 2 and passed House Bill 152, which creates a Medicaid supplemental payment program for public ground ambulance providers; the sponsor said the substitute ensures no state general fund dollars will be used and that local agencies must identify a funding source for any required match. HB 152 was reported favorably on a 20-0 vote. The committee also passed House Bill 545, the annual claims bill, after members confirmed all executive-branch claims were included; it was reported favorably on a 21-0 vote. House Bill 606, requiring reporting for general obligation bonds, also passed unanimously and was reported favorably. The committee then took up several joint resolutions tied to capital and infrastructure spending. House Joint Resolution 30, concerning water projects, was described as implementing ranked projects under the Waters program administered by KIA and was reported favorably on a 21-0 vote. House Joint Resolution 32, concerning school facilities construction, was amended by PHS 1 and advanced after discussion referencing the Auditor’s report and questions about a Johnson County Schools expenditure; it also passed 21-0. House Joint Resolution 34, relating to contingent appropriations for KCTCS, was amended by PHS 1 and advanced after testimony outlining three projects in Somerset, Jefferson Community and Technical College, and Glasgow; it passed 21-0. House Joint Resolution 46, for local road projects, was described as funding the highest-scoring local road requests from a larger pool of applications and passed 21-0. The committee also advanced House Joint Resolution 53, authorizing release of funds for KSU’s Health Sciences Center project, after KSU officials said the building is needed for nursing and allied health programs and promised a business plan report by November 1, 2025; it passed 21-0. House Joint Resolution 54, authorizing funds related to the State Fair Board, also passed unanimously. Later, the committee considered House Bill 546, which revises the local roads and streets program by adding a DOT-developed scoring system, monthly reporting, a match requirement, and a $500,000 project cap; members asked about the cap and were told larger projects should be handled through other mechanisms. HB 546 was reported favorably on a 21-0 vote. Finally, House Bill 605, a technical corrections and update bill for the local economic relief grant program, was amended by PHS 1 and discussed as expanding eligibility, including to the Delta Regional Authority and certain local-affiliated applicants; the transcript cuts off before the final vote on HB 605.

Transcript Highlights:

• Nothing has changed in the last two years except you all of a sudden.
• They had nothing except machines in there and a lot of lot of sweat with people around the clock using
• It's like there's a forest of them, and they're all burning. and everybody can see it, except you.
• all the tickets the winged all the combinations because the pot is getting so big so far so good except
• The only exception to this deadline would be if the complaint were to proceed to litigation.

Bills: SB 28, SB 687, SJR 34, SCR 9, SB 523, SB 62, SB 847, SB 706, SB 869, SB 890, SB 992

Keywords: lottery, gambling, internet gaming, mobile application, criminal offenses, SB 687, land surveyor, land surveying, surveying services, construction contract, anti-indemnity, indemnity, hold harmless, defense obligation, standard of care, professional negligence, civil practice and remedies code, local government code, governmental agency, public contracts

Summary: The meeting was a crucial session for discussing several important bills including SB992, which aims to establish a clear time frame for the Attorney General's approval on outside legal counsel for state agencies. Senator Nichols presented the bill, emphasizing its necessity for timely responses to ensure efficient legal processing. Another notable discussion centered around SB523, which seeks to allow parole and probation officers to use a business address on their driver's licenses for safety and security purposes. This bill passed favorably out of the committee, with public testimony supporting the need for such provisions due to the risks these officers face.

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• There are a few exceptions for trunk highway and a couple of other exceptions, but about 75% of it goes
• :43.039> few management and budget there are a few management and budget there are a few exceptions
• for trunk Highway and a exceptions for trunk Highway and a couple<00:59:45.240> of<00:59:45.400
• > other<00:59:45.640> exceptions<00:59:46.559> but<00:59:47.280> about<00
• :59:47.640> 75% couple of other exceptions but about 75% couple of other exceptions but about

Bills: HF1063

Keywords: grain buyers, grain dealer, grain elevator, agriculture, financial reporting, audit, CPA review, independent accountant, financial statement, balance sheet, cash flow, nonpublic data, licensee oversight, Minnesota Department of Agriculture, grain purchase volume, insolvency, nonpayment, warehouse chain, fiduciary duties, producer protection

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• business standpoint — and, you know, I've had good experience working with DEED unemployment on that, except
• business standpoint — and, you know, I've had good experience working with DEED unemployment on that, except
• business standpoint — and, you know, I've had good experience working with DEED unemployment on that, except
• business standpoint — and, you know, I've had good experience working with DEED unemployment on that, except
• I have had good experience working with DEED unemployment on that, except for those letters I keep on

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• The next provision is on page 13, which is the exception, the vehicle tracking device exception for fleeing
• <00:29:31.440> uh<00:29:31.799> the 13 uh which is the exception uh the 13 uh which
• is the exception uh the vehicle<00:29:33.000> tracking<00:29:33.440> device<00:29:33.880
• > exception<00:29:34.279> for vehicle tracking device exception for vehicle tracking device
• exception for fleeing<00:29:34.880> vehicles<00:29:35.840> uh<00:29:36.000> as<

Keywords: 1183, house

Summary: The committee met with a quorum present, approved the January 21, 2025 minutes by voice vote, and then took up House File 7, which was recommended to pass and be re-referred to the Ways and Means Committee. The chair also reminded attendees about decorum rules in the committee room. House File 7 was described by the author as a public safety package combining 12 provisions from prior Republican-authored bills, aimed at supporting law enforcement, reducing violent crime, and increasing accountability in the criminal justice system. The bill’s main provisions discussed included tougher penalties for aggravated fleeing, making it a crime to be in a stolen vehicle, allowing tracking devices on stolen vehicles even when occupied, increasing penalties for blocking highways and critical infrastructure, and increasing penalties for assaulting peace officers. The author also highlighted provisions on sex trafficking, predatory offender registration, and greater public disclosure of bail payments, case dismissals, sentencing reductions, and sentencing guideline changes. Testifying in support were Ramsey County Sheriff Bob Fletcher, MPPOA President Shane Mey, and Minnesota Chiefs of Police Association Executive Director Jeff Potts, all of whom argued the bill would help officers address auto theft, fleeing suspects, and assaults on law enforcement. They cited increases in assaults on officers and high numbers of stolen vehicles and fleeing cases, and said the bill would improve safety and transparency. Witnesses generally supported the bill’s approach but suggested some refinements, including adding language for additional aggravating factors in officer assault cases and considering similar treatment for corrections officers. Sheriff Fletcher also urged reconsideration of the recently enacted raise-the-age changes, arguing they could limit law enforcement’s ability to respond to younger offenders involved in stolen vehicles. No opposition testimony or final vote on House File 7 was recorded in the excerpt beyond the motion to pass and re-refer it.

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• 2.2, which is an exception to this bill. bill. bill.
• And then the second reason you said that would fall under the emergency exception.
• And then the second reason you said that would fall under the emergency exception.
• I want to get back to the exception.
• So, an ICU or an ER would be an emergency exception. Senator Kroon.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• The only clear exception is that districts can... ...the only clear exception is that districts can impose
• There are exceptions to that, like subsidence, waste, malice, stuff like that.
• I guess I actually have one simple question, with maybe one exception: Is there anybody in...
• You don't meet the exception that the district... The county's too big.
• You don't meet the exception that the legislature has created for districts with small counties.

Summary: The committee held a hearing on high-capacity groundwater wells proposed in Anderson, Henderson, and Houston counties, with members framing the issue as one of local water supply, fairness, and the need to modernize groundwater law while protecting private property rights. Opening remarks focused on the scale of the proposed Redtown Ranch and Pine Bliss projects, the potential export of tens of thousands of acre-feet of groundwater annually, and concerns that the applications lacked sufficient technical detail and could harm nearby landowners, cities, agriculture, and manufacturing. Members also noted the broader context of the recent flooding tragedy in central Texas and the Legislature’s intent to address water-related loss of life in the upcoming special session. Witnesses from the Texas Alliance of Groundwater Districts and the Texas Water Development Board explained the current groundwater management framework. They described groundwater conservation districts as the state’s preferred management method, the role of groundwater management areas and desired future conditions, and how the Water Development Board uses those conditions to calculate modeled available groundwater. They emphasized that districts rely on local data, monitoring wells, and planning processes, but that information is often more limited in areas without a district, where the rule of capture applies. Members pressed witnesses on recharge rates, export permits, subsidence, the effect of pumping on nearby wells, the age and real-time availability of model data, and whether the proposed project would exceed modeled available groundwater in some counties. TCEQ explained its limited oversight role over groundwater conservation districts, including inquiries, compliance actions, and, in extreme cases, dissolution authority. Water Development Board staff also outlined funding programs, saying the New Water Supply for Texas Fund is limited to projects such as brackish desalination, reuse, ASR, and other new-supply projects, and does not fund fresh groundwater exports alone. They said the project at issue had not applied for board funding. A water lawyer then testified on the rule of capture, ownership in place, and district regulation, arguing that districts must use permitting and other tools to manage production within modeled available groundwater and that the Legislature could consider additional authority over groundwater exports under current law.

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• if it's rooted correctly or if maybe you would be willing to change something in it and make an exception
• <00:14:39.639> but it and make an exception but it and make an exception but municipalities
• If I could, Madam Chair, to give another exception, which is a possibility where you have a two-person
• You haven't changed much in here except the microphones; we had to speak louder.
• The center I work for is no exception.

Keywords: 1189, house, all