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• Uh, they may even get furloughed again until we decide to end the shutdown by putting the Senate bill
• Terry<02:10:09.599> Scott<02:10:10.000> Jr.
• I also want to thank Senator Barrasso of Wyoming for being the leader on this issue in the Senate, and
• I'd also like to thank Senator Rick Scott for leading this bill in the Senate and being a tireless leader
• I'd also like to thank Senator Rick Scott for leading this bill in the Senate and being a tireless leader

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Monday, April 27, 2026, 1012, house, all

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• Good afternoon, I'm Tim Hartnett, first-term representative from Manchester District 41, Wards 2, 4,
• <00:07:55.479> good<00:07:55.639> afternoon<00:07:56.120> I'm<00:07:56.360> Tim
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• Tim hartnet uh<00:07:58.000> first<00:07:58.319> term<00:07:58.639> representative<
• I was nine terms on the LB committee and I was in the Senate for six years. sure thank you so much I

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• It goes to the Senate, and the Senate has the trial.
• It goes to the Senate. and the Court.
• It goes to the Senate. and the Senate<02:37:35.040> has<02:37:35.280> the Senate has the
• debating in the House and in the Senate debating in the House and in the Senate as<04:15:00.080>
• The red lines were the Senate bill.

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Thursday, May 1, 2025, 1012, house, all

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• Messages from the Senate: Madam Speaker, I hereby announce the passage by the Senate of the following
• Senate files herewith transmitted.
• Bottern, Secretary of the Senate.
• First reading of Senate files: First reading of Senate File 571, an act relating to trusts.
• Scott moved that Senate File 571 and House File 360 now on the general register be referred to the Chief

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• Senator Muth is not on. She is Senator Katie Muth from Pennsylvania, and she's trying to get on.
• My name is Bob Scott.
• Thank you, representatives, experts, senator.
• So I'm just gonna leave that at that, Senator.
• And, presenter as senator, then why are the acequias?

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• Well, any questions for Senator Murphy? Okay, seeing none. Thank you, Senator.
• <00:53:56.400> Bill Senate Bill Senate Bill 173?
• I'm opposed to Senate Bill 174. I Hello. I'm opposed to Senate Bill 174.
• For the final time today, Senator Keith Murphy from Senate District 16.
• So, Senator, Murphy.

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• I am Senator Jamaal Bailey.
• The first of the agenda: Senate Print 1763A by Senator Fernandez.
• Third bill on the agenda: Senate Print 3820B by Senator Rivera.
• Senator Harper moves the bill. We have seconded by Senator Ashby.
• Senator Harckham moves the bill, seconded by Senator Helming.

Keywords: 993, senate, all

Summary: The Senate Standing Committee on Insurance held its first meeting of the year on February 3, 2026, chaired by Senator Jamaal Bailey. The chair opened with introductions of committee members, staff, and guests from the Mount Vernon Youth Bureau’s Youth and Community Advisory Council, emphasizing the importance of bringing young people into the legislative process. Senator Pamela Helming, the ranking member, also offered opening remarks focused on affordability in insurance, especially health care premiums and property/casualty costs, and said she would be advancing a bill requiring fiscal notes for health care premium legislation. The committee then acted on five bills. Senate Print 1763A (Fernandez), concerning certain cost-sharing fees for outpatient and substance abuse treatment, was moved and referred to the Finance Committee. Senate Print 2644 (Addabbo), prohibiting retrospective denial of payment for substance use disorder treatment services, was reported to the floor without recommendation. Senate Print 3820B (Rivera), requiring health insurance coverage for anesthesia for the full duration of a medical procedure, was reported to the floor. Senate Print 4964 (Bailey), relating to excess line coverage for certain medical malpractice insurance, was reported. Senate Print 5052 (Payne), allowing insurers in certain circumstances to rescind or retroactively cancel a policy, was also reported. Throughout the meeting, members stressed that insurance affordability is a major concern for New Yorkers and that the committee would be addressing related issues during the session. The meeting concluded after the bill actions and brief closing remarks, with no recorded opposition on the measures beyond the noted without-recommendation report on Senate Print 2644.

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• An opportunity for cost savings, and I hope that is taken to heart, Senator Gilman.
• Fabulous, Senator Gilman, thank you so much.
• Chair Heintzeman, Senator Gilman.
• Next up, Scott Fares.
• I'm Scott Fares. This is Darren Rennie. We own Wet Paint Art Supply on Grand Avenue in St.

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• It is, Senator.
• Thanks, Senator, and thank you, Chair.
• And I know Senator Kino and I, Senator Wai and I, we were working on the Sunset Memorial Park that Chair
• <00:46:18.880> Kino turn there and I know Senator Kino turn there and I know Senator Kino
• “Senator Deco, so happy New Year.

Keywords: 912, senate, all

Summary: The joint Ways and Means and Government Operations committees received a biennium budget preview from Keith Regan, Comptroller and Director of the Department of Accounting and General Services (DAGS), who introduced department leadership and described DAGS’ broad responsibilities across accounting, public works, procurement, elections, archives, risk management, and other attached agencies. He emphasized that DAGS supports nearly every state department and cited ongoing workforce challenges, while noting progress in reducing the department-wide vacancy rate from 21% in 2023 to 17.7% in 2024. He also highlighted recruitment efforts, including new salary schedules for engineers and architects, job fairs, internships, and outreach to retiring federal employees. A major focus was modernization of the state’s aging financial systems, especially the 55-year-old FAMIS platform and the Enterprise Financial System (EFS) project. DAGS said it expects to release the RFP for the FAMIS replacement by the end of January and is seeking a second tranche of CIP funding, including $35 million, plus position augmentation and creation of a Business Transformation Office to manage EFS and future modernization work. The department also described major capital projects such as the Aloha Stadium Entertainment District, Wahiawā Civic Center, Kauaʻi Civic Center, and Ahuimanu Community Correctional Center, and reported that Public Works is managing 455 projects statewide valued at more than $2.5 billion. Other budget requests discussed included funding for cemetery operations, with DAGS asking for two positions and $1 million in operating funds to support maintenance of eight cemeteries; a $200 million ceiling increase tied to anticipated insurance proceeds for West Maui fire-related recovery and rebuilding; and several staffing and operating items for district offices and facilities. These included full-year funding for positions in West Hawaiʻi and East Hawaiʻi, support for a small business coordinator at the State Procurement Office, funding for cloud hosting and PeopleSoft licensing, six positions and staff augmentation for the EFS project, electricity costs, and security-related funding. DAGS also noted that two requested reductions totaled $7.9 million, including transferring the security contract to the Department of Law Enforcement and reducing nonrecurring expenses; members discussed whether some security funding should remain with or be moved to DLE, and DAGS said it would not object to that transfer. No votes were taken in the portion provided.

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• Senator Brian Townsend, Vice Chair, I am here. Senator Gerald Hocker.
• Senator Elizabeth Lockman is not here yet. Senator Russell Huxtable.
• Senator Brian Pettyjohn is not here. Senator Marie Pinkney.
• I have a motion by Senator Pinkney, a second by Senator Hocker.
• I have a motion and a second from Senator Townsend and Senator Pinkney.

Summary: The Senate Executive Committee met in hybrid format, approved the minutes from its June 11 meeting, and noted that the prior day’s minutes were not yet available. The committee then took up Senate Joint Resolution 21, presented by Senator Townsend on behalf of Senator Hoffner, which directs the Department of Safety and Homeland Security to study issues related to the preservation and long-term storage of biological evidence and return recommendations by November so legislation can be considered in 2027. Sergeant Mike Ripple testified for the department, explaining that the agency had worked through multiple drafts with Senator Hoffner and other stakeholders and concluded that a feasibility study of other jurisdictions would be more useful than providing unreliable cost estimates. He said the department also consulted with the courts, which currently store evidence, and hopes to develop a centralized storage approach aligned with best practices. In response to a question from Senator Pinkney, he said the $15,000 cap on the study and report was believed to be sufficient and absorbable for travel and related costs. No other members of the public testified, and there was no virtual public comment. Senator Hoffner arrived just as the meeting was ending. The committee then adjourned by motion and second.

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• I recognize the member from Scott. Thank you, Madam Speaker. Thank you, members.
• I recognize a member from Scott, Representative Bakeberg. Thank you, Madam Speaker.

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• Senator Murkowski is on her way. Thank you, Senator Hassan. Senator Murkowski's on her way.
• But my Republican colleagues remain seated until Senator Murkowski has voted. Senator Paul. Yes.
• Senator Collins. Senator Mullen? Aye. Senator Marshall? Aye. Senator Scott? Aye. Hawley? Aye.
• Senator Moody? Aye. Senator Sanders? No. Senator Murray? No. Senator Waldron? No. Murphy? No. King?
• Senator Blunt, Rochester, and Senator also Brooks also vote no by proxy. Okay, no Senator Markey?

Keywords: Department of Education, Ms. McMahon, educational reform, public testimony, federal responsibilities, local governance

Summary: The meeting of the legislative committee encompassed discussions on key bills including HB22, SB4, and HB2214, with significant focus on the implications surrounding the Department of Education. Members expressed varying opinions on the nomination of Ms. McMahon to lead the department, underlining the need for reform and accountability. The committee witnessed passionate exchanges regarding educational values and the responsibilities of the federal government versus local authorities. Public testimonies contributed to the discussions, highlighting the community's concerns about educational policies and their impact on students from diverse backgrounds.

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• . >> Uh, next I'll call up Sarah Scott. >> I think it's possible what you're asking about.
• However, it is an important bill and one that is also moving forward in the Senate.
• However, it is an important bill and one that is also moving forward in the Senate.
• However, it is an important bill and one that is also moving forward in the Senate.
• And next I will call up Sarah Scott. All right.

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• The Senate Legislative Oversight Committee meeting is called to order.
• As chair of the Senate Legislative Oversight Committee and in accordance with Senate rules, this committee
• Sure, Madam Chair, Scott Kinderr, I'm having a DBMA, just wanted to publicly thank the sponsor, Representative
• little spiel, but if you do go over your two minutes, you may also submit comments in writing to the Senate

Summary: The Senate Legislative Oversight Committee met in hybrid format and took up HB 415/HS1, which would require veterinarians to report suspected animal abuse or neglect to the appropriate authorities. The chair described the bill as addressing a gap in Delaware law and noted that veterinarians are often the first professionals able to identify signs of cruelty. Supporters emphasized the connection between animal abuse and interpersonal violence, and said the measure would help detect and address abuse earlier. Public testimony was uniformly supportive. A representative from the Delaware Veterinary Medical Association thanked the sponsor and said the bill had been amended with input from the association. A representative of the state council said the council did not take a formal position but was significantly interested because of the bill’s link to agriculture and animal welfare. Online witnesses from Animals for Animals Action Fund and Faithful Friends Animal Society also supported the bill, citing the need for mandatory reporting, existing immunity protections for good-faith reports, and studies showing veterinarians frequently encounter abuse. No committee vote was taken during the meeting. After public comment concluded, the chair adjourned the meeting, noting that HB 415 was the only item on the agenda.

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• The Senate is back in session. Senator Wirth. Thank you, Madam President.
• in the Senate.
• Senator Spence-Azell, Senator Townsend, Senator Box, Senator Scott, and Senator Sanchez, and others.
• Senate Bill 282, introduced by Senator Cervantes.
• Senate Bill 283. Senate Bill 284. Senate Bill 287.

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• [Music] The Senate will come to order. Senator Muhammad. Mr.
• McKuen Senator mccuan no for Senator McKuen Senator mccuan votes<01:03:54.839> no senator<01:
• Senator Miller votes I and Senator Senator Miller votes I and Senator Miller<01:13:12.480> votes
• Senate file 823<01:13:39.400> Senator 823 Senator 823 Senator Pratt<01:13:42.360> thank
• Senator rest will you Senator rest will you yield<01:18:04.159> Senator yield Senator yield Senator

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• Senator Boone. Here. Senator Bratt. Here. Senator Brantley. Here. Senator Campos. Senator Savant.
• Senator O'Malley. Senator Padilla. Senator Paul. Senator Pinto. Senator Pope. Senator Ramos.
• Senator Sanchez. Senator Scott. Senator Cedillo-Lopez. Senator Sharer. Senator Shendo.
• Senator Scott votes no. Senator Cedillo-Lopez passes. Senator Scherr votes yes.
• , Senator Scott (member_12267) voting no, Senator Woods (member_12618) voting no, Senator Sherry (questionable

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• Senator Dibble brings us Senate File 1082.
• > senator 167 um senator 167 um senator uh uh uh grunhagen<00:49:29.720> and grunhagen
• <00:59:19.280> Senate Senator Weber and Senator Huffman Senate Senator Weber and Senator Huffman
• file file 8 Senate file 837 is a senate file file 8 Senate file 837 is a senate file that<00:
• <01:08:55.960> file Senators Weber and Hof uh Senate file Senators Weber and Hof uh Senate

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• Senator Alston? Present. Senator Angius? Here. Senator Epstein? Present. Senator Fernandez?
• Senator Finchem? Here. Senator Kuby? Senator Kuby? Here. Senator Werner? Senator Kavanagh? Here.
• Senator Hayes. Senator Epstein. Senator Fernandez. Aye. Senator Finchem. Senator Kuby.
• Senator Epstein? Yes. Senator Fernandez? Senator Finchem? Senator Kuby? Aye. Senator Leach?
• Senator Alston? No. Senator Angius? Aye. Senator Epstein? Senator Epstein? No. Senator Angius?

Bills: SB1088, SB1156, SB1157, SB1169, SB1245, SB1273, SB1330, SB1332, SB1391, SB1498, SB1531, SB1550, SB1598, SB1677, SB1707, SB1811, SB1818

Keywords: cybersecurity, homeland security, artificial intelligence, state appropriation, VPN security, zero trust, appropriation, public safety, detention, unauthorized aliens, local government funding, border security, fencing, appropriations, southern border, local government, medical education, physician shortage, healthcare funding, Arizona health care

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• Senator Lucero.
• , Senator Draheim, and Senator Champion.
• c> a well taken Senator abler yeah Senator a well taken Senator abler yeah Senator a and<00:36:02.359
• <00:36:48.760> file Senator putam moves that Senate file Senator putam moves that Senate file
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