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• We will accept public comment on any bill placed on the suspense file by the committee today and for
• Unfortunately, over the last several years, the CPUC has refused to make commissioners available when

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• the tax return or file an amended tax return, or continue filing there, I believe that numbers could
• That is because the tax filing season—” “Representative Gress.
• That is because the tax filing season begins in January, and folks have to file their tax returns by
• to know that what they filed was actually going to be honored by this state.
• With taxpayers preparing to file in February, we passed a second tax conformity bill.

Summary: The House convened, approved the journal, and spent much of the opening portion recognizing guests and interns from both parties, along with former lawmakers and a newly seated member, Representative Sylvia Allen. The chamber then took up House Concurrent Resolution 2065 honoring the late Alfredo Gutierrez. Members from both parties gave extended remarks about his life as a civil rights advocate, student activist, legislator, and mentor, and the resolution was unanimously adopted and transmitted to the Senate. Family members of Gutierrez were recognized in the gallery during the memorial tribute. The House then moved into Committee of the Whole on the first budget-related measures. On House Bill 4138, the “feed bill”/budget operations measure, Democrats argued the budget favored corporations and data centers over seniors, health care, housing, universities, and vulnerable families, while Republicans defended it as a continuation of prior policy and said it preserved tax conformity and modest agency cuts. After debate and questions, the committee recommended the bill do pass and the House adopted that report, sending HB 4138 to engrossing. The chamber next considered House Bill 4139, the amusement/gaming-related budget bill. Members debated whether it was essentially unchanged from last year’s budget language, with Republicans saying it was a continuation bill and that gaming-related provisions would support rural economies and tourism, while Democrats questioned the broader budget context and its effects on working families. The committee recommended HB 4139 do pass, and the House adopted that recommendation. The House then began debate on House Bill 4140, the state budget implementation bill, focusing on the budget stabilization fund and a proposed government efficiency initiative; discussion was still underway at the end of the transcript.

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• to ticket or tow offenders even refuse to ticket or tow offenders even when<01:00:11.000><c> we</c><
• Office staff refused. Then they were asked to call the police, which they did.
• He refused. He just plainly refused.
• plainly he refused he just plainly refused<01:09:03.759><c> this</c><01:09:04.040><c> shocked</c><01
• this shocked me so I contact refused this shocked me so I contact contacted<01:09:07.159><c> my</c><

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• </c> their military service when filing their military service when filing Minnesota<00:07:27.919><c>
• Senate File 49.
• Next bill is Senate File 519.
• bill. and Mr bom Gartner and Senate file 519 and Mr bom Gartner and Senate file 519 will<01:20:14.480
• </c> you in support of Senate file you in support of Senate file 783<01:38:46.679><c> the</c><01:38:46.840

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• </c> outside of the State House file outside of the State House file 1479<00:03:34.319><c> would</c><
• For tomorrow, it's AA Bill House File 1833, McDonald; House File 148, Robbins; House File 1127, Witte
• ; House File 1227, Davids; House File 1681, then go to Franson; House File 1974A; and then we'll come
• For tomorrow, it's AA Bill House File 1833, McDonald; House File 148, Robbins; House File 1127, Witte
• ; House File 1227, Davids; House File 1681, then go to Franson; House File 1974A; and then we'll come

Keywords: 1183, house

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• Our history is filled with women who refused to accept the limits that society tried to place on them
• So, that would be considered an incomplete filing with the registration.
• SO, THAT WOULD BE CONSIDERED AN INCOMPLETE FILING WITH THE REGISTRATION, SOMETIMES PEOPLE DO AND THAT
• that's assessed by DHCR is actually $500 per day per unit, until the filing is completed or corrected
• PENALTY THAT'S ASSESSED BY DHCR IS ACTUALLY $500 PER DAY PER UNIT, UNTIL THE FILING IS COMPLETED, OR

Keywords: 993, senate, all

Summary: The Senate opened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and approval of the prior day’s journal, then moved through a series of introductions and resolutions recognizing Women’s History Month honorees, Prince Hall Masons and Eastern Stars, Agriculture Week, Pakistan-American Heritage Day, visiting Mercaz Academy students, and the 175th anniversary of Albany Law School. Several senators spoke in support of the commemorations, and each resolution was adopted. The chamber then took up a number of bills on the calendar. Among the measures passed were bills related to insurance, private housing finance, public health, mental hygiene, real property, elder law, public authorities, and environmental conservation. One bill on the Environmental Conservation Law drew a procedural challenge over a proposed amendment; the Chair’s ruling that the amendment was nongermane was upheld by a show of hands, after which the bill passed. Another bill amending the Emergency Tenant Protection Act was debated on the issue of vacant rent-stabilized units and LLC ownership transparency, with supporters saying it would help identify responsible owners and opponents arguing it was too broad and could impose unclear penalties; it ultimately passed. The most extended debate centered on a real property bill concerning electronic rent payment systems and automated clearinghouse fees. Supporters framed it as a transparency measure that lets tenants choose whether to use such systems, while critics questioned how fees would be handled and whether the bill would affect landlord costs. After debate, the bill passed. A public health bill sponsored by Senator Webb also passed after she explained it was intended to improve transparency and oversight of changes to maternity and perinatal services amid concerns about maternal health deserts and hospital closures. The Senate then completed the calendar and adjourned until the next day.

Transcript Highlights:

• The city used to pick up all the refuse, residential and commercial.
• On House Bill 247 and House Joint Resolution 34, is there anyone wishing to file for or against?
• Currently, heavy equipment dealers must file hundreds of pages of documents.
• Could this be the last bill ever filed in the House? Probably so.
• When we did the bill, we had everybody file with a county judge.

Bills: SB2784, HB23, HB247, HB1533, HB2011, HB2013, HB2273, HB2421, HB2464, HB3120, HB3424, HB3575, HB3788, HB4370, HB4809, HB5057, HB5084, HB5534, HB5668, HJR34, HB23, HB247, HJR34

Keywords: Somervell County, hospital district, board of directors, elections, local governance, staggered terms, third-party review, property development, local government, permits, construction inspection, regulatory authority, land development, liability, occupancy certificate, border security, tax exemption, ad valorem, real property, infrastructure

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• Speaker, the Senate refuses to concur in the House amendments to Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill 5998
• Speaker, the Senate refuses to concur in the House amendments to Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill 605
• Speaker, the Senate refuses to concurring the House amendments to engross substitute Senate Bill 5998
• Speaker, the Senate refuses to concur in the House amendments to engross substitute Senate Bill 6,05,

Bills: HB2720, HB2073, SB5816, SB5919, SB5831, SB6244, SB6044, SB5109, SB5877, SB6258

Keywords: behavioral health, emergency services, health insurance, provider access, mental health funding, premium assistance, funding, healthcare, subsidies, juice grapes, agriculture, commerce, state regulation, market access, fire safety, insurance incentives, best practices, community protection, voluntary measures, mortgage modification

Summary: The House convened with a quorum, the flag was escorted by the Muckleshoot Veterans Color Guard, and the day opened with a prayer from Dennis Anderson Sr. The House approved the previous day’s minutes, welcomed representatives from the Urban Native Education Alliance, and then moved through caucuses and Senate messages before taking up a long series of third-reading votes on bills that had returned from the Senate. Several measures drew debate over Senate amendments. House Bill 1069, concerning bargaining over supplemental retirement benefits for certain public employees, passed 78-17 after supporters said it would help correctional workers and critics said the Senate changes weakened the bill. Second Substitute House Bill 1128, creating a child care workforce standards board, passed 68-27 amid arguments over child care shortages, wages, and affordability. Engrossed Substitute House Bill 1155, banning non-compete agreements, passed 62-33; supporters framed it as pro-worker and pro-entrepreneurship, while opponents said contracts should be voluntary and important in business sales. The House also passed Engrossed Substitute House Bill 1187 on ambulance billing and collections (93-2), Substitute House Bill 1390 phasing out the Community Protection Program (51-44), Engrossed House Bill 1501 on housing-related local requirements (58-37), House Bill 291 on bargaining communication rights (92-3), Engrossed Substitute House Bill 2110 on ambulance staffing/training (95-0), Engrossed Substitute House Bill 2165 on impersonating peace officers (66-29), Engrossed Substitute House Bill 2219 on child care regulations and opioid-related safety language (67-28), Engrossed Substitute House Bill 2266 on housing siting and local flexibility (56-39), Substitute House Bill 2350 on notice and accountability for developmental disability services (95-0), Substitute House Bill 2360 allowing schools to keep and administer albuterol with parental-notification changes (79-16), Second Substitute House Bill 2384 on financial transparency for continuing care retirement communities (78-17), Second Substitute House Bill 2429 on behavioral health planning and appropriations (95-0), Substitute House Bill 2496 protecting tribal sacred sites (71-24), and House Bill 2510, on which the House did not concur in Senate amendments. The chamber also granted conference requests on Engrossed Substitute Senate Bills 5998 and 605 and appointed conferees for each.

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• One, if the definition of the rebates in SB 316 remains as is, manufacturers will be able to refuse to
• One, if the definition of the rebates in SB 316 remains as is, manufacturers will be able to refuse to
• One, if the definition of the rebates in SB316 remain as is, Manufacturers will be able to refuse to
• SB 316 remains as is, manufacturers will be able to refuse to continue paying the rebate administration

Bills: AB93, AB204, AB414, AB504, AB598

Keywords: public employees, police officers, benefits, appropriation, law enforcement, medical debt, collection agency, healthcare, consumer protection, financial assistance, occupational safety, air quality, greenhouse gases, employee monitoring, safety program, hemp, hemp products, cannabidiol, CBD, cannabis

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• And I refuse to let that happen.
• And I refuse<00:17:06.799><c> to</c><00:17:07.039><c> let</c><00:17:07.199><c> that</c><00:17:07.439>
• </c> refuse to let that happen. refuse to let that happen.

Keywords: 1183, house

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• to know kind of in the body of charges or the allegations, what triggers the ability for someone to file
• The school did, the school refused to stop, and so they kept on doing it.
• And then after that lawsuit was filed, multiple parents came to us and said, this happened to my kid.
• I filed some.
• I know some other reps in this room filed those bills, so I can't wait to hear them for what the people

Keywords: 1182, all

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• That being so, I would assume that any inquiries after a complaint is filed do not ask the complainant
• wardens to be able to make that decision based on the evidence that's inside of the investigative file
• It often can be weaponized and used against them, logged in their Board of Parole Hearing files.
• They're not forced to go to appointments if they choose to refuse.
• But patients have the right to refuse any treatment within the system.

Summary: The Assembly Budget Subcommittee hearing focused on the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation’s handling of mental health care in prisons and allegations of sexual abuse, retaliation, and excessive force in the state’s women’s facilities. CDCR officials described their PREA-based prevention and response efforts, including training, oversight, body-worn cameras, retaliation follow-up, and partnerships with outside groups. The Office of the Inspector General explained its monitoring role, noting increased authority under SB 1069, but also limited staffing and the ability to monitor only a portion of cases. The Legislative Analyst’s Office added that prison population trends could allow the state to close a prison and save over $100 million, with some savings potentially redirected to prevention or response efforts. Advocates and formerly incarcerated witnesses from Sister Warriors Freedom Coalition and the California Coalition of Women Prisoners testified that meaningful systemic change has not occurred and that retaliation, blocked programming, and unsafe reporting conditions remain widespread. They described alleged barriers to community-based services, forced or coercive treatment concerns involving Suboxone, and the need for survivor-centered reentry support, trauma-informed care, and more independent oversight. Sandra DeAnda gave detailed testimony about alleged staff abuse, retaliation, denial of mental health care, and a large use-of-force incident at Central California Women’s Facility, while Amika Mota and April Grayson urged release or resentencing for survivors housed with their abusers and greater investment in outside programs. Members of the committee pressed CDCR and OIG on accountability, use-of-force standards, criminal referrals, disciplinary outcomes, and whether investigations are completed within statutory timelines. CDCR acknowledged cultural problems at both women’s prisons and said it was retraining staff and working on reforms, while OIG said it had monitored 161 investigations and found most grievance routing appropriate, though some cases had lapsed due to time limits. Later exchanges revealed that CDCR has over 13,500 active cases and 109 investigators, and that some cases have exceeded deadlines, prompting concerns from members about whether the current system can adequately investigate misconduct and impose consequences. No votes were taken.

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• It also authorizes the EA program to terminate or deny benefits to those refusing to comply with these
• Refusing to comply with these criminal background checks or have prior convictions of serious crimes.

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The Senate opened with the Pledge of Allegiance and a brief recognition of guests participating in the Young Announcers Program, including students and community leaders from Urban Heat 98.1 FM, 365 Dad, and Academy of the Pacific Rim Charter School. The chamber then took up House No. 58, a fiscal year 2025 supplemental appropriations bill focused largely on emergency assistance shelter funding and related policy changes. Senator Rogers explained that the agreement appropriates $425 million for the EA shelter system through the rest of FY25 and includes measures intended to reduce caseloads and improve oversight, such as tighter eligibility verification, criminal offender information checks, disclosure of prior convictions, reporting requirements, a study of NCIC background checks, and a plan to phase out hotels and motels. Senator Tarr praised the urgency of the bill but criticized the process, saying the measure was negotiated without a formal conference committee or public report and did not go far enough on reform. The Senate adopted the concurrence and further amendment, then adopted an emergency preamble by a vote of 11-0. The Senate then took final action on House No. 58, with Senator Tarr requesting a roll call vote. After the call of the yeas and nays, the bill passed to be enacted by a vote of 32-7 and was ordered signed by the President and laid before the Governor. The chamber also adopted a motion to adjourn in memory of State Representative Carol A. Doherty, followed by a moment of silence, and then agreed to adjourn until the next day at 11:00 a.m.

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• More guns, fewer rules, and leaders who refuse to even listen to the people who are begging for change
• Lawmakers who have the most power of any of us to take action refuse to do so. to do that.

Keywords: gun violence, legislation, public safety, firearm access, community advocacy, testimony, survivors

Summary: The committee meeting was dominated by discussions surrounding gun violence legislation and the implications of proposed bills aimed at easing access to firearms. Numerous advocates and survivors of gun violence shared their emotional testimonies, expressing concerns about the safety of children and communities in the aftermath of tragic incidents. Notable speakers included representatives and community leaders who condemned the proposals that would allow younger individuals to obtain handguns and reduce restrictions on firearm carry in schools. The meeting concluded with a rallying call for lawmakers to prioritize public safety over the interests of gun lobbying groups.

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• For the first time in about six years, I finally got some money back filing my taxes this year.
• That is because the tax filing season... Representative Gress.
• That is because the tax filing season begins in January, and folks have to file their tax returns by
• to know that what they filed was actually going to be honored by this state.
• This body refuses to give them fair raises, but is quick to raise their insurance premiums.

Keywords: 1182, all

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• to set shifts, to set assignments for any person who works in their practice or facility that may refuse
• to set shifts, to set assignments for any person who works in their practice or facility that may refuse
• care even at the front desk may refuse care even at the front desk and<00:31:04.720><c> to</c><00:31
• Uh, what this bill does is it says anybody from a receptionist on up can refuse medical care without
• medical care for without can refuse medical care for without explaining<00:51:01.839><c> it,</c><00:

Keywords: 1189, house, all

Summary: The committee first recessed for a subcommittee meeting on HB 313, which concerned an open-meetings-related issue. In the subcommittee, members discussed concerns that the bill might be unnecessary because current law already allows a person to request an open meeting in advance; the subcommittee then voted ITL on HB 313 by voice vote and closed its work session. The full Judiciary Committee then reconvened and took up CACR 6, the proposed constitutional amendment on a “right to compute,” with members debating whether the language was too broad and could create unintended consequences. Supporters framed it as a forward-looking protection for computation resources and strong encryption, while opponents said it was too open-ended and better addressed by future legislation. The committee voted ITL on CACR 6 by a 17-0 roll call. The committee next turned to HB 232, as amended, concerning the rights of conscience for medical professionals. The amendment narrowed the bill to abortion-related objections, removed sterilization and artificial contraception, aligned the abortion definition with existing state law, and reduced damages from treble damages to actual damages. Supporters said the bill would protect conscience rights, give physicians and patients more choice, and could help attract providers to New Hampshire. Opponents argued it was overly broad, unclear in key definitions, and could interfere with employers’ ability to assign staff, especially in rural health settings. Members also raised concerns about the bill’s scope and enforcement, including the broad definition of “participate,” the lack of clarity around exceptions for providers whose services include abortion as a “major part,” emergency determinations, and the inclusion of nursing homes in the definition of health care institution. Some members argued the bill singled out abortion while other controversial medical procedures were not treated similarly, and others criticized the minimum-damages provision as potentially punitive and designed to deter participation. The discussion continued without a final vote shown in the transcript excerpt.

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• The parents refused. They did not want her to move on to second. And so... The parents refused.
• five days, letters are sent, and, you know, eventually I'm sure that if it's a problem, they have to file
• five days, letters are sent, and, you know, eventually I'm sure that if it's a problem, they have to file
• And we'll get those student files in probably the second or third week of June because there's a lot
• We don't have that ability yet because we have to get the files and convert it, and there's all this

Summary: The committee approved the March 9 and 10 minutes and then heard a presentation from the Arkansas Department of Education on the Arkansas Excellence in Teaching Fellowship, featuring three third-grade teachers from Cabot, Poyen, and Drew Central who are also teacher merit pay recipients. The teachers described the fellowship as a year-long Zoom-based collaboration with about 23 educators statewide, focused on sharing classroom strategies, data use, and professional support. Members asked about the teachers’ experience, how they share what they learn with their districts, the range of grades represented in the fellowship, and the relationship between the fellowship and merit pay. The teachers emphasized building relationships with students, using data to drive instruction, early intervention, and collaboration across grade levels, while the secretary said the program is intended to identify and elevate high-performing teachers and spread their practices. A major portion of the discussion focused on third-grade reading, retention, and the new ATLAS testing system. Teachers and the secretary said students are screened and progress monitored throughout the year, families are notified early if students are at risk, and schools are using interventions, tutoring, and individualized reading plans. They said ATLAS results are now available much faster than in the past, often within 24 hours or a few days, allowing teachers and parents to respond quickly. Members asked about the impact of poverty, trauma, foster care, DHS involvement, IEPs, and critical shortage areas; teachers said relationship-building, small-group instruction, and coordination with counselors and special education staff are key. The secretary said the fellowship is a small subset of a broader merit pay program, that participation was voluntary, and that the state is trying to build a coherent system with literacy coaches, high-impact tutoring, and clearer standards rather than teaching to the test. Members also discussed broader policy issues, including the need for more positive public messaging about public education, teacher input in decision-making, and support for early childhood education. Several legislators asked whether the state should expand funding for early learning and whether more literacy or academic coaches are needed in districts that improve and then lose eligibility for state support. The secretary said the state has committed literacy coaches to D and F schools and is still working through how to sustain support as schools improve. He also said the administration would look at data and return on investment before supporting additional funding, and he encouraged legislators to help recruit eligible teachers into future fellowship cohorts. After the teacher panel concluded, the committee moved on to the adequacy resource allocation study, where Bureau of Legislative Research staff began a presentation on state and local education funding sources, categorical funds, and district spending patterns.

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• The parents refused. They did not want her to move on to second.
• The parents refused. They did not want her to move on to second.
• And we'll get those student files in probably the second or third week of June because there's a lot
• We don't have that ability yet because we have to get the files and convert it, and there's all this
• We don't have that ability yet because we have to get the files and convert it, and there's all this

Keywords: 1204, all

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• I want to note San Mateo County has filed suit against the state for not providing funds in the last
• result, the county and its 20 cities face an annual funding shortfall that the state this year has refused
• result, the county and its 20 cities face an annual funding shortfall that the state this year has refused
• It means that, you know, we filed a lawsuit because we wanted to engage in negotiations.
• the SOS to obtain notice within three days after the state or local agency or political subdivision files

Keywords: 987, senate, all

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• purpose of allowing members to co-sponsor bills and resolutions or to submit vote modifications and have filed
• There should be accountability when the government affirmatively refuses to do their job when they could
• There should be accountability when the government affirmatively refuses to do their job when they could
• report. >> A petition of impeachment for Tyler Murphy, chairman of the FET Board of Education, was filed
• Education, was filed on January 30th, Education, was filed on January 30th, 2026. 2026. 2026.

Keywords: Convene 00:00 Calendar/2nd Readings 04:07 Orders of the Day 05:07 HB 144 05:15 HB 3 08:27 HB 290 12:34 HB 84 14:53 Motions, Petitions, and Communications 40:12 Introduction of New Bills and Resolutions 45:19 Recess for ConC/Rules Meeting 46:20 ConC/Rules Report 48:12 Floor Amendments 49:42 Adjournment 50:05, 958, all