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• down that fiscal note to something that the department could absorb, which meant that it is just recognition
• Despite our vital contributions, we, Hmong veterans, have never been granted the full recognition we
• No formal recognition, no title, just a simple license plate.
• It is a recognition of duty, honor, and sacrifice. And it is long overdue. Thank you for your time.
• They deserve that recognition.

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• In recognition of her skill and knowledge, in 1961 she was promoted to assistant register of probate.
• Among the honors Mary received in recognition of her many and varied contributions and accomplishments
• In 1995, in recognition of her service, the Justice's Appropriate Court established the Chief Mary C.

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The Senate opened with the Pledge of Allegiance and received a filed report from the Office of the Comptroller on its fiscal year 2025 deficiency report, which was ordered printed in the Senate Journal and placed on file. Senator Durant then welcomed members of the Longmeadow Lancers cross-country team, along with Representative Brian Ashe, to congratulate them on winning the Division 2 state championship, the program’s first-ever title. The main action of the session was a motion that the Senate adjourn in memory of the Honorable Mary C. Fitzpatrick, a longtime and distinguished probate and family court judge and the first woman to lead a major trial court department in Massachusetts. The Senate adopted the motion, observed a moment of silence, and noted her career, honors, and public service. Finally, the Senate adopted an order to adjourn and to reconvene on Thursday at 11:00 a.m. The chamber then adjourned in memory of Judge Fitzpatrick.

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• And until that time, we're not going to be able to come to resolution.
• points to make them shorter, but did a phenomenal job keeping the quality of this Assembly Joint Resolution
• I'd like to move the resolution. All right.
• Patel, aye. 8-0, the resolution is adopted.
• The resolution is adopted. All right, thank you very much.

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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• Again, the scope and timing and resolution of that review is unknown.
• timing<00:26:25.880> and Again, the scope and timing and Again, the scope and timing and resolution
• resolution of that review is unknown. resolution of that review is unknown.
• We got that recognition late last year. We serve 41 counties in Minnesota.
• That same month, he was being recognized as our employee of the month, a recognition that had been planned

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• AS ANNUAL MILITARY THESE SCHOOLS ALSO HAVE MANY EVENTS AND INITIATIVES SUCH AS ANNUAL MILITARY RECOGNITION
• THE PURPLE STAR RECOGNITION PROGRAM OPENS APPLICATION EACH YEAR AND THAT IS DEFINED IN STATE BOARD RULE
• DISTRICT MAINTAINS THAT STATUS FOR THREE YEARS AND THEN RE APPLIES TO BE CONSIDERED AGAIN FOR THE RECOGNITION
• >> IT IS ABSOLUTELY A RECOGNITION THAT THE SCHOOLS AND DISTRICTS HOLD AND COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES HOLD
• SHARING THE CRITERIA OFFERS ONE PICTURE BUT THERE ARE SO MANY INFORMAL EXCHANGES AND EVENTS AND RECOGNITIONS

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• Also, Maryland's digital ads tax is continuing with no final resolution.
• What we are looking for here is another recognition of the economy that we live in, and Minnesota should
• <01:16:49.040> again looking for here is another again looking for here is another again recognition
• 50.719> economy<01:16:51.120> that<01:16:51.360> we<01:16:51.600> live recognition
• of the economy that we live recognition of the economy that we live in<01:16:52.800> and<01:16

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• been on the forefront of working and trying to make sure that we get this across, defenders of recognition
• Although I'm not one that really cares who gets the recognition, as long as...
• Who gets the recognition, as long as the job gets done.

Bills: SB39, HB165, HB189, HB44, HB44

Keywords: board governance, occupational licensing, Sunset Law, public accountability, training requirements, state holidays, Juneteenth, Rosa Parks Day, Alabama law, public observance, public works, sealed bids, bidding notice, advertising requirements, newspaper of general circulation, centralized website, electronic mail, U.S. mail, state procurement, county procurement

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• learners and students with disabilities, are especially affected and held back by that lack of recognition
• justice practices, including building relationships, social and emotional learning, and conflict resolution
• schools that started among the lowest performing in the Commonwealth and are now receiving state recognition

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The Joint Committee on Education heard testimony on several bills centered on school accountability, receivership, graduation requirements, charter school access, community schools, school libraries, and student voting rights. Much of the discussion focused on the Thrive Act, S. 374, which would end state receivership and change the state’s accountability approach. Supporters, including educators, parents, advocacy groups, and students, argued that receivership has not improved outcomes in districts such as Lawrence, Holyoke, Southbridge, Boston, and the Dever, and that local communities should have more control, with greater emphasis on community schools, wraparound services, and broader measures of school quality. They also supported related bills on community schools and school library standards, and several witnesses backed a bill to expand student representative voting rights on school committees. Opponents of S. 374, especially charter school leaders, parents, students, and some education advocates, focused on Section 4 of the bill, which would change the charter school net school spending cap in the lowest-performing districts. They argued that the provision would reduce access to charter seats in communities where families are seeking more options, and that schools such as Roxbury Prep, Excel Academy, Brook, Veritas Prep, and Libertas Academy have produced strong results for students, including students of color, low-income students, and students with special needs. Several witnesses said the section would force schools to shrink or close and would remove opportunities for families in districts with long waitlists. Committee members questioned witnesses on both the effectiveness of receivership and the charter school cap language. Chair Lewis and Chair Gordon emphasized the need for a better accountability system and noted concerns about whether current measures, including MCAS-based designations, accurately reflect school quality. Some witnesses said they had discussed the possibility of removing Section 4 from the Thrive Act and suggested it might be addressed in separate charter reform legislation. No votes were taken during the hearing; testimony was received and the committee later closed testimony on S. 374 and several related bills before moving on to the student voting rights bill, S. 367.

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• The Eastern Agency Council has passed a resolution stating that they want the funding to be administered
• We've also had some national recognition, and this has come about.
• The National Self-Exclusion Program that we had talked about and things like facial recognition software

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• In recognition of the crisis, To provide a fixed number of child care slots for eligible families.
• In recognition of the critical and positive impacts of early child care and early learning on children
• But basically, during the last few years, there was a recognition of some of the effects of TK.
• But basically, during the last few years, there was a recognition of some of the effects of TK.
• But basically, during the last few years, there was a recognition of some of the effects of TK.

Keywords: 987, senate, all

Summary: The committee heard a lengthy budget and policy discussion on child care, child welfare, and related early education issues, beginning with child care funding and slot utilization. Department of Social Services officials outlined the Governor’s proposed 2026-27 child care budget, including $6.8 billion for child care programs, an $11.5 million Prop. 64-funded disaster repair mini-grant program for licensed facilities affected by 2025 disasters, and projected reductions tied to federal CCDF formula changes and lower Prop. 64 revenues. DSS said the reductions could mean about 4,176 CCTR slots, but emphasized they were assessing how to absorb the cuts without disrupting children currently in care. The LAO supported aligning funding to lower revenues and asked for more detail on the disaster grant program. Senators pressed the department on why so many slots remain uncontracted or unfilled, why unspent funds revert to the General Fund, and whether more flexibility could move dollars from contracts to vouchers; DSS said delays are largely due to infrastructure, licensing, staffing, and enrollment ramp-up, and that it is working on readiness reviews, technical assistance, and possible reallocation of relinquished slots. The committee also discussed Emergency Child Care Bridge reallocations among counties and confirmed that no currently enrolled children would be disenrolled under the proposed slot reductions. A second panel focused on the state’s broader commitment to expand child care and reform reimbursement rates. DSS said California has nearly doubled child care funding in five years and increased monthly children served from about 294,100 in 2019-20 to more than 366,700 currently, while also advancing the single rate structure process through the alternative methodology and a joint labor-management committee report. Stanislaus County Office of Education described local shortages, especially for infant and toddler care, and argued that rate disparities between programs make it harder to sustain mixed delivery systems. Parent Voices California testified that the current system is confusing, unstable, and inequitable, with one speaker describing repeated paperwork burdens, waiting lists, and periods of homelessness while trying to maintain child care. The California Budget and Policy Center argued that only 16% of eligible children were enrolled in 2024, that Universal TK has drawn major resources into school-based care, and that providers remain paid far below the cost of care; it urged more revenue, faster rate reform, and expansion across the mixed delivery system. The LAO estimated that aligning CCTR adjustment factors for three-year-olds and children with disabilities with CSPP would cost $88 million to $131 million ongoing. Senators and staff also discussed the need for deadlines on automation and implementation of the single rate structure, with DSS and CDE noting that policy decisions, system changes, and collective bargaining issues are still being worked through. The committee then reviewed several child care trailer bill proposals. DSS proposed applying the 2026-27 COLA as an increase to cost-of-care-plus payments rather than as a traditional COLA, with $87.8 million General Fund initially proposed; DSS later acknowledged it had omitted CalWORKs Child Care and the Emergency Child Care Bridge from the calculation and said the amount would be revised upward. The LAO recommended making the COLA treatment uniform across child care and state preschool programs. DSS also proposed replacing the market rate survey with the federally approved alternative methodology survey on a triennial schedule, limiting temporary absences for licensed family child care homes to 20% of care hours in a month, defining excessive unexplained absences as more than 30 days in a 12-month period, and aligning family fee collection so contractors collect the fee without reducing the voucher value. The department said these changes are intended to bring state law into compliance with federal requirements and to better reflect current practice. Finally, the committee discussed the Early Childhood Policy Council, including a reappropriation of previously unused funds and a new reporting requirement under AB 563; members questioned staffing needs and whether existing contractor support could absorb the work, while DSS said the funds are used for stipends, facilitation, translation, and contract oversight and may still be needed as participation patterns change.

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• I was surprised and delighted to see some recognition of this in this bill.
• Would this be better framed as say a resolution or something of that nature?
• Would this be better framed as say a resolution or something of that nature?
• Would this be better framed as say a resolution or something of that nature?
• resolution or something of that nature? resolution or something of that nature?

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• Just going back to the federal recognition of tribes, I had the pleasure of getting to know some tribal
• designations like our relatives in Hawaii have, but at this time we're only focused on federal recognition
• But on the state recognition or other designations, I think we should keep kind of our heads above water
• there's a bunch of folks that would love to be part of the broader community of protection and recognition
• And I know that there's, it's always a delicate dance with our federal recognition and just wanted to

Keywords: 996, all

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• Then you get caught in a bind where you're trying to get the county and the city to come up with a resolution

Bills: HB22, SB250, SB375, SB536, SB845, SB1633, SB1944, SB1957, SB2081, SB2137, SB2262, SB2299, SB2419, SB2452, SB2522, SB2549, SB2594, SB2605, SB2631, SB2639, SB2675, SB3029, SJR60, HB22, HB1392, HB2525

Keywords: emergency communication, broadband, funding, natural disasters, technology, HB 22, Texas broadband development office, comptroller, emergency communications, early warning systems, disaster alerts, natural disaster notifications, interoperable communications, interoperable emergency radio, public safety communications, 9-1-1, next generation 9-1-1, NG911, broadband grants, low-interest loans

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• It also requires... ...that any land action be approved through a public ordinance or resolution during
• sell parking close to the convention center without an election, as long as the city has passed a resolution
• The bill ensures public input, transparency, and accountability by requiring the passage of a resolution

Bills: SB250, SB375, SB536, SB845, SB1633, SB1944, SB1957, SB2081, SB2137, SB2262, SB2299, SB2419, SB2452, SB2522, SB2549, SB2594, SB2605, SB2631, SB2639, SB2675, SB3029, SJR60, HB22, HB1392, HB2525, HB22

Keywords: municipal annexation, railroad, adjacent areas, local government, property rights, healthcare provider, Harris County Hospital District, hospital funding, healthcare services, public health program, home loans, nurses, veterans, public servants, Texas Heroes program, low-interest loans, social workers, housing assistance, SB 1633, Texas Tax Code

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• Um, congratulations on your recognition as athletic director.
• It represents more than just the recognition of civic engagement.
• recognition of for civic engagement. recognition of for civic engagement.
• Yeah, it gives the kids the tools they need and the recognition they deserve.
• the tools they need and the recognition the tools they need and the recognition they<01:50:19.280

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• for compensated absences, which, for example, are annual and sick leave balances, and required recognition
• SIF funds, that they were actually transferred to an account that was subject to their revenue recognition
• Um, as far as future agenda items, I would like this committee to take a serious look at... ...a resolution
• I would like this committee to take a serious look at a resolution calling for the dissonment of the

Keywords: 908, all

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• are present any reservations<00:49:52.599> any<00:49:52.839> NOS<00:49:53.839> recognition
• <00:49:54.319> is reservations any NOS recognition is reservations any NOS recognition is
• It’s basically just a recognition of what acupuncture is. Any comments, questions, or concerns?
• <00:52:08.280> of a recognition of a recognition of what<00:52:10.799> acupuncture<
• <00:55:39.280> is<00:55:39.480> adopted recognition is adopted recognition is adopted chair

Keywords: 912, senate, all

Summary: The committee heard testimony on a long calendar of health-related measures, beginning with SB 297, a proposed constitutional amendment to protect reproductive freedom. Supporters included medical, labor, and advocacy groups, while opponents, including Hawaii Family Forum and Hawaii Christian Coalition, argued the term “reproductive freedom” was too vague and could be misunderstood. Testimony on SB 350, a similar constitutional amendment protecting contraception, also drew strong support from medical and advocacy groups and opposition from religious organizations; one witness said the measure was especially important to protect reproductive care and contraception. Several bills focused on health system administration and public health. SB 1438 on home care agencies, SB 1439 on nuisances, SB 1441 on transferring the AAHU regional health care system to the Department of Health, SB 1442 on children’s mental health services, SB 1443 on the Department of Health, SB 1444 on general excise tax, and SB 1445 on youth mental health all received mostly supportive testimony from state agencies and community organizations. On SB 1445, the Hawaii State LGBTQ Commission asked that LGBTQI+ and Native Hawaiian youth be specifically considered in mental health services. SB 1450, creating an intensive mobile team pilot for houseless individuals with serious brain disorders, drew support from state agencies and providers; a street medicine advocate said the pilot could help address sustainability, insurance, and service delivery on the streets. The committee also heard testimony on access and workforce measures, including SB 1596 on nursing, SB 1565 on acupuncture, SB 1564 on Medicaid, SB 1418 for an emergency DHS appropriation, SB 1417 on crimes against protective services workers, SB 1411 on Medicaid third-party liability, SB 1399 on a family resilience pilot program, SB 1398 on trauma-informed care, SB 1281 on telehealth, and SB 1279 on telepharmacy. Most of these measures drew broad support from agencies, provider groups, and advocacy organizations. On SB 1281, HMSA opposed the bill as written, warning about audio-only telehealth and federal rule changes, while other health groups supported it as important for rural, kupuna, and disabled residents. On SB 1417, a Honolulu Police Department captain supported stronger protections for DHS workers but could not provide complaint data and said he would follow up later. The hearing ended with the chair noting quorum and asking whether the committee was ready for decision making; no votes or final actions were recorded in the transcript.

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• But as you can see, it is one sentence adding to dates of recognition that we recognize here in the Commonwealth
• 05:07.520> of is one sentence adding to uh dates of is one sentence adding to uh dates of recognition
• 08.520> we<00:05:08.759> recognize<00:05:09.440> here<00:05:09.759> in recognition
• that we recognize here in recognition that we recognize here in the<00:05:10.080> Commonwealth

Keywords: Pledge of allegiance, roll call, welcome of new members 00:00:15 Consideration of HB 313 00:03:20, 958, all

Summary: The House State Government Committee held its first meeting of the session, established a quorum, welcomed new members, and heard only one item of business: House Bill 313, sponsored by Representative Kim King. King said the bill would add a Kentucky History Month recognition and tied it to recent local anniversary celebrations, arguing it could support education, economic development, and tourism. Kentucky Historical Society Executive Director Scott Alvi testified in support, describing the proposal as part of a broader effort to create a legacy around the nation’s 250th anniversary, coordinate statewide history events, and promote heritage tourism. Members asked why June was chosen and whether an emergency clause should be added so the measure could take effect in time for this June. King said June was selected because it aligns with Statehood Day and Boone Day and leads into July 4th, and she said she was open to the emergency-clause idea, though any amendment would need to be filed in writing later. The committee then voted on the bill and passed it 19-0, with no opposition. The chair noted the bill would next go to the House floor and closed by joking that the meeting was unusually short.

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• Before we move on, we have a recognition. Senator Rouson, you're recognized.
• All right, we'll first start off with some introductions and recognitions.
• Senate Resolution 1872 will be put in the journal today.
• Special recognition to our clinic and Capitol staff, Gail Miller and Shannon Woods.

Summary: The Senate convened with a quorum, opened with prayer and the Pledge, and heard several member introductions before moving to the special order calendar. The chamber first took up SB 200/HB 295 on a comprehensive waste reduction and recycling plan, which directs DEP to develop a statewide recycling strategy by 2026 with stakeholder input and a three-year implementation roadmap; the House bill was substituted and passed 38-0. Senators then approved CS/CS/SB 492 on mitigation banking and land development after adopting two McLean amendments, including one on out-of-service credits and another incorporating phosphate mining lands provisions; the bill passed 35-3 after debate over possible constitutional issues. CS/SB 494 on aggravated animal cruelty was also amended and substituted with the House companion to add a searchable FDLE database of convicted animal abusers and a sentencing multiplier, with an agriculture-related exemption; it passed 37-0. The Senate next passed CS/CS/SB 500/HB 711 creating the Spectrum Alert for missing children with autism, including training and coordinated alert procedures, with a House amendment to align implementation timing and funding; it passed 37-0. CS/CS/SB 524/HB 1089 added Duchenne muscular dystrophy to newborn screening tests and passed 36-0. CS/CS/SB 592/HB 393 revised the My Safe Florida Condominium Pilot Program by lowering approval thresholds, clarifying eligibility and ownership issues, and adding sliding-door wind-driven rain mitigation devices; it passed 37-0 after discussion about funding and insurance premium credits. CS/SB 742/HB 1145 on workforce education allowed charter schools direct access to grant funding and expanded money-back guarantees for certain programs, and it passed 37-0. CS/CS/SB 822/HB 443 on charter schools generated extensive debate and multiple amendments, including a Jones amendment requiring parent acknowledgment of school rules; the bill would expand charter autonomy, reporting flexibility, enrollment capacity, and governance provisions, and it was placed on the calendar for third reading after the amendment process. Later, the Senate passed HB 827 on a statewide study of automation and workforce impact, which would examine job displacement, wages, vulnerable regions, and training needs, by a 35-0 vote. It also passed CS/CS/SB 964/HB 181 on parole guidelines, CS/SB 976/HB 901 on court-appointed psychologists, and CS/SB 1084/HB 1451 on sexual cyber harassment and digitally forged intimate images, all unanimously. CS/CS/SB 1156 on a Home Health Aid for Medically Fragile Children Program was amended to clarify training requirements and passed 37-0 after supportive debate about helping parents care for medically fragile children. Finally, CS/CS/CS/SB 1240/HB 1091 on substance abuse and mental health care was amended to allow designated facilities to retain certain stabilized patients during the 72-hour involuntary examination period and passed 37-0. Several other bills were temporarily postponed, and the chamber also recognized guests and interns throughout the session.

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• Before we do that, Senator Arrington, I Senate President: Understand you have a recognition, let us do
• Before you move on, Senate President: Senator Burgess, you are recognized for recognition.
• Chair: Before we move on, Senator Yarborough, you have a recognition. Chair: You are recognized.
• Senator Davis, I understand you have a recognition as well. You are recognized.
• And before we head to the last one, Senator Bradley for recognition, you are recognized.

Keywords: 998, house, all