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• I don't know if it's our responsibility to change rules because town officials miss the rules.
• the rules. the rules.
• Office of Legislative Council.
• legislative council.
• through the entire rule-making process. through the entire rule-making process.

Keywords: 927, senate, all

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• But it is also true that when we legislate, uh, we legislate... founding generation set up elections
• should the composition of legislators should the composition of legislators but<01:13:24.440>
• <01:15:48.080> and take priority over any state rules and take priority over any state rules
• <01:16:35.880> uh<01:16:36.000> we<01:16:36.199> legislate That when we legislate
• , uh, we legislate our values.

Keywords: 1183, house

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• it is on that form and this legislation it is on that form and this legislation will<00:27:44.080
• A follow-up question asked whether revising the form goes through rules and administrative rules, or
• <00:33:42.000> able<00:33:42.320> to rules, or are you independently able to rules,
• it goes through rules in the committee. it goes through rules in the committee.
• <00:37:26.960> uh where special rules are appropriate. uh where special rules are appropriate

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• Gerdes on legislation in this, this whole area, and, but let me ask you, so I'm looking at the bill.
• Uh, this legislation is, of course, based on the Kennedy v.
• My name is Blake Roach, and I serve as Associate legislative director for Texas Farm Bureau.
• This rule was announced by the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals in 2024.
• by operation of this rule.

Bills: SB 231, SB 667, SB 689, SB 825, SB 965, SB 992, SB 1059, SB 1220, SB 2368, SB 2601

Keywords: temporary emergency electric energy facility, temporary generation, emergency power, backup generation, mobile generator, portable generator, grid resilience, power outage restoration, transmission and distribution utility, TDU, Public Utility Commission of Texas, PUCT, Utilities Code Section 39.918, competitive bidding, lease authorization, emergency procurement, bulk power system, locational marginal pricing, reliability model, black start

Transcript Highlights:

• Gerdes on legislation in this whole area, but let me ask you, I'm looking at the bill.
• This legislation is, of course, based on the Kennedy v.
• Blake Roach, and I serve as Associate Legislative Director for Texas Farm Bureau.
• This rule was announced... ...by the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals in 2024.
• by operation of this rule.

Bills: SB231, SB667, SB689, SB825, SB965, SB992, SB1059, SB1220, SB2368, SB2601

Keywords: temporary emergency electric energy facility, temporary generation, emergency power, backup generation, mobile generator, portable generator, grid resilience, power outage restoration, transmission and distribution utility, TDU, Public Utility Commission of Texas, PUCT, Utilities Code Section 39.918, competitive bidding, lease authorization, emergency procurement, bulk power system, locational marginal pricing, reliability model, black start

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• , not a state rule.
• It's called the 10-25 rule.
• rules, etc.
• Um we had a legislative rules, etc.
• "Putting it into the rules?" "Well, we don't have rules.

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• effect unless the cost of the standard to each nursing home is estimated and paid in full by the legislative
• I'm bringing it forward because an unelected board has finalized two rules that are going to greatly
• I want to talk about why the board, the paid holiday rule, and the amended minimum wage rule are so important
• than voting against the rules than voting against the rules promulgated<00:16:19.040> by<
• The nursing home workforce board legislation that passed in 2023 has been important to us.

Bills: HF1419, HF500

Keywords: nursing facilities, reimbursement rates, elderly care, minimum wage, healthcare funding, nursing home, employment standards, worker rights, Minnesota Statutes, labor compensation, 919, house, all

Summary: The committee took up House File 500, which would require the legislature to fund the Nursing Home Workforce Standards Board’s standards before they could take effect. An author’s DE2 amendment was adopted first; the amendment was described as pausing the board’s standards unless the legislature estimates and fully pays the cost for each nursing home. The bill author argued that mandates without money create serious consequences for seniors and providers, and said the measure would keep budget authority with the legislature rather than an appointed board. Supporters, including nursing home operators and the Long-Term Care Imperative, said the board’s holiday pay and minimum wage standards would create large unfunded costs, citing estimates ranging from hundreds of thousands to millions of dollars for individual facilities and more than $200 million statewide. They argued that some facilities could face debt, reserve depletion, or reduced access to care if the standards are not funded. Opponents, including SEIU workers and union leaders, said the board has improved staffing, recruitment, morale, and worker safety, and that caregivers deserve higher wages and holiday pay. They argued the bill would weaken the board’s ability to address chronic understaffing and would shift focus away from worker protections. Members also debated whether nursing home reimbursement rates have already risen enough to cover wages and whether the problem lies with how funds are used by providers. After public testimony closed, several members spoke in opposition and support. A roll call was requested, and the committee voted 9-7 to re-refer House File 500, as amended, to the Committee on Labor and Workforce and Economic Development Finance and Policy.

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• May these words remind both legislators and citizens that our connection with you, our God, will keep
• , Jacqueline Coleman, and all legislators, Jacqueline Coleman, and all legislators, Supreme<00:02
• I rise to act on a legislative resolution. Yes, ma'am.
• and the Rules Committee at the<01:11:36.480> clerk's<01:11:36.800> desk.
• Committee on Committees and Rules Committee on Committees and Rules Committee.<01:15:11.480>

Keywords: 958, all

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• We will abide by the rule of law. We understand that.
• We will abide by the rule of law. We understand that.
• This is not just another piece of legislation.
• Members, I rise in opposition to this legislation.
• this process for 30 years, and every time this legislative body passes major legislation, when it rushes

Summary: The House convened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, approval of the journal, and adoption of the special order calendar for the day. The chamber then took up House Bill 1B on immigration, along with discussion of anticipated Senate changes. The sponsor described the bill as creating a chief immigration officer housed in the Department of Agriculture, establishing an Office of State Immigration Enforcement, expanding cooperation with federal immigration authorities, increasing criminal penalties for certain offenses by unauthorized aliens, ending undocumented-student fee waivers, and providing substantial appropriations for enforcement and related programs. Members also questioned the Senate version’s proposed mandatory death penalty provision for certain capital offenses involving unauthorized aliens, as well as pretrial detention, 287(g) participation, DMV reporting requirements, and the bill’s effects on schools, teachers, social workers, and local agencies. The sponsor and supporting members repeatedly said the bill required broad cooperation with federal immigration enforcement and that existing federal law would control where conflicts arose. A major portion of the debate focused on whether the bill would allow or require immigration enforcement in schools and other sensitive settings, and whether teachers, school resource officers, and social workers could be placed in conflict with federal privacy or professional obligations. Members also raised concerns about detention based on suspected status, the standard of proof for immigration-status determinations, prison and jail impacts, workforce shortages, and the fiscal effects on counties and state agencies. The sponsor said the bill did not provide DMV funding, that the state would need to study some implementation questions, and that the appropriations included $25 million for a local law enforcement participation incentive program and up to $350 million for broader implementation and coordination. Several amendments were offered and failed. Representative Chambliss proposed protecting schools, churches, and places of worship from enforcement activity; Representative Escamani offered amendments to preserve in-state tuition for Dreamers and to grandfather currently eligible students; Representative Woodson offered a similar Dreamer-related amendment; and Representative Bartleman proposed barring local law enforcement from entering schools during school hours to detain children solely for immigration status. Supporters of these amendments argued they would protect children, preserve educational access, and prevent trauma in schools and houses of worship. The House rejected each amendment by voice vote, and the transcript ends during debate on the Bartleman school-safety amendment before final disposition is shown.

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• IT IS COMING TO RULE SO MAYBE WE CAN TALK ABOUT THAT.
• WE HAVE CONCERNS WITH THE LEGISLATION FOR A COUPLE REASONS.
• >> I AM LOOKING 19 THAT UPON ADOPTING THE RULES A LOCAL GOVERNMENT MAY NOT.
• SB 202 WOULD CORRECT THE CONSEQUENCE OF PRIOR LEGISLATION. STATUTE 181 91.
• HERE IS THE FIRST RULE OF CONTRACT LAW. YOU CAN NEVER MAKE ANOTHER MAN YOUR DEBTOR.

Keywords: 999, senate, all

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• Bill and this is the foundation of good online safety in the state and clear rules of engagement that
• They wanted to amend the joint rules to allow for meetings to take place in places where those folks
• Rules be suspended in order to permit consideration of gubernatorial appointments whose names do not
• So, I further move the rules be suspended all gubernatorial appointees who appear in the calendar on
• . >> Yes. >> In order to... >> I would like to suspend the rules. >> I would like to suspend the rules

Keywords: 927, senate, all

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• <00:15:59.680> of IDEIDA law, state law, and the rules of IDEIDA law, state law, and the rules
• their rule 24.07 07.1. their rule 24.07 07.1.
• legislated and that's been costly. legislated and that's been costly.
• We did pass legislation this last session dealing with that as far as when rules are being made to exceed
• We did pass legislation this last session dealing with that as far as when rules are being made to exceed

Keywords: 928, house, all

Summary: The commission held an organizational meeting under SB 57 to study the cost of special education, with the meeting streamed publicly at the chair’s request. Members introduced themselves, and the chair explained that the bill creates two separate pieces, one dealing with SAU structure and the other with a commission on special education costing. He outlined his background in education and special education and said the commission’s work would focus on understanding and controlling special education costs. The commission reviewed its membership requirements and noted several vacancies or unfilled appointments, including the special education advocate, two governor-appointed parent advocates, and a Department of Health and Human Services representative. The members then elected Representative Rick Ladd as chair, Representative Dick Ames as vice chair, and Representative Megan Murray as clerk. Representative Ames briefly described his legal and policy background in disability and special education work in Massachusetts and New Hampshire. The chair then walked through the commission’s study topics, including referral rates by IDEA category, reasons for increases in categories such as autism and other health impairment, post-COVID referral trends, pre-referral interventions, Medicaid and 504-related costs, out-of-district placements, dispute resolution, billing practices, privacy, reimbursement, legal services, graduation rates, attendance, and adult learning. Members discussed how special education costs are distributed, noting that the state spends about $977 million annually on special education, with only part covered by state aid and the remainder largely borne by local districts. Testimony also noted that out-of-district placement costs have risen sharply since rate-setting changes around 2018, and that some categories may reflect changes in identification practices, medical factors, or broader population shifts. The commission agreed to continue reviewing the data and formulas in future meetings.

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• At railroad crossings, this legislation is not only about enforcing rules; it's about saving lives and
• To drive home the importance of this legislation.
• I plan to support this piece of legislation. Thank you.
• Legislation passed last legislative session, is that your understanding also? Overwhelming support.
• Presently, what I understand is the City of Austin has a rule: they can relocate, but the rule is that

Bills: HB341, HB791, HB1564, HB1695, HB1722, HB1729, HB1772, HB2003, HB2954, HB2989, HB3084, HB3134, HB3135, HB3309, HB3611, HB3679, HB3727, HB3832

Keywords: affordable housing, zoning, development, community support, local regulations, bicycle lanes, traffic collisions, Texas Department of Transportation, study, public safety, bicycles, electric bicycles, scooters, road safety, transportation study, HB 791, Central Catholic High School, San Antonio, specialty license plate, specialty plates

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• the verge of sending this legislation to the governor's desk.
• It came through Rules, I believe, unanimously.
• Gentlemen, do you not know the rules? I've actually got 15.
• This legislation went through your Super Committee on Tourism.
• Your legislative rules committee will meet in House Hearing Room 1, actually after the adjournment of

Keywords: 959, house, all

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• Puerto Rico support this legislation. Puerto Rico support this legislation.
• this legislation. this legislation.
• under this proposed legislation. under this proposed legislation.
• Pursuant to the rule, the bill shall be considered for amendment under the five-minute rule.
• The bill this important legislation. Urge my this important legislation.

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Thursday, December 18, 2025, 1012, house, all

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• Introduction of legislation.
• I'm carrying this legislation on behalf of the NMFA's Interim Legislative Oversight Committee, which
• Speaker, what the price tag is on this legislation?
• From my understanding with the legislation, it's just...
• expand that opportunity clearly in rule.

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• I say those statistics to say this legislation creates an I say those statistics to say this legislation
• So that is not in the legislation today.
• So that is not in the legislation today.
• But that would—it's been, again, the courts have not necessarily ruled on, have been careful to rule
• The Supreme Court ruling in Bostock enshrined employment discrimination protections by ruling unequivocally

Bills: S0330, S0526, S0862, S1072, S1078, S1192, S1250, S1296, S1298, S1642, S1698, S7022

Keywords: firefighter disability, law enforcement disability, correctional officer disability, correctional probation officer, presumptive disability, workers' compensation, line of duty presumption, heart disease presumption, hypertension presumption, tuberculosis presumption, public safety employees, first responders, physical examination, preemployment exam, medical specialist, Medicare reimbursement, employing agency, Florida Statutes 112.18, Florida Statutes 943.13, occupational disease

Summary: The committee heard several bills and confirmations, with most measures reported favorably. Senate Bill 330 clarified the heart disease presumption for firefighters, law enforcement, and correctional officers, codifying the medical definition of heart disease and allowing transferring law enforcement officers to rely on a prior physical if a new agency does not provide one. Support was waived in by the Florida Smart Justice Alliance and the Fraternal Order of Police, and the bill passed unanimously. Senate Bill 526, as amended by a delete-all amendment, addressed commercial construction contracts, permit standards, fee reductions when private providers are used, floodproofing, product approval categories, and adoption of certain electrical code standards; it drew support from several construction and business groups and one opposing appearance, then was reported favorably. Senate Bill 1192 created a pilot program for callback queues at the Department of Commerce and Department of Children and Families to reduce hold times for callers seeking re-employment assistance and public benefits, and it also passed favorably. Senate Bill 1078 established transition procedures for a governor-elect, including agency liaisons, briefing materials, office space, and access to records; an amendment shifted IT support to the Department of Management Services, narrowed access to confidential records, and increased penalties for unauthorized disclosure, after which the bill was approved. Senate Bill 7022 extended a public records exemption for classroom examinations and assessment instruments through 2031 and expanded coverage to school district boards and public schools; it was also reported favorably. Senate Bill 862, as amended, set a $60,000 salary goal by 2030 for state correctional officers, probation officers, and institutional security specialists, with annual raises subject to appropriations; members and witnesses emphasized recruitment, retention, and safety, and the bill passed. Senate Bill 1250 removed the requirement that the Commission on Human Relations use registered mail for certain notices under the Florida Civil Rights Act, allowing less expensive notice methods, and it was reported favorably. Senate Bill 1698 allowed certain employers to post required workplace notices electronically instead of physically, and it passed without opposition. The committee also recommended confirmation of 10 appointees to the Florida Commission on Human Relations and the State Retirement Commission. The most extensive debate centered on Senate Bill 1072, which created an anti-Semitism task force within the Department of Legal Affairs to review anti-Semitism in Florida, improve community relations, advise on law enforcement training, assess digital media literacy efforts, evaluate hate crime statutes, and recommend policy changes. The sponsor said the bill was intended to address a growing problem and noted that Florida already uses the Holocaust Remembrance definition of anti-Semitism in statute. Numerous speakers opposed the bill, arguing it could chill protected speech, especially criticism of Israel, and could be used selectively against students, activists, Muslims, Arabs, and Jewish anti-Zionists; several also said existing hate-crime and civil-rights laws were sufficient and that the task force should include protections against Islamophobia and anti-Arab hate. One member raised concerns about the constitutionality of creating such task forces in light of prior actions by the Attorney General. Despite the opposition, the bill was reported favorably on a party-line style vote with Senator Bracey Davis voting yes along with the majority. Senate Bill 1642, the Freedom in the Workplace Act, was also heard and drew significant questioning. The bill would bar public employers and contractors from requiring pronoun use, certain gender-identity-related training, or non-binary sex options on forms, and would protect employees and contractors from adverse action based on religious, moral, conscience-based, or biology-based beliefs. Senator Polsky questioned whether the bill could interfere with anti-harassment training and workplace discipline, while the sponsor said the measure was meant to prevent government coercion and extend protections similar to those in school settings. The transcript cuts off before the final disposition of this bill.

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• I request unanimous consent to suspend Assembly Rule 45. Good afternoon.
• I request unanimous consent that we suspend the rules to take up these items.
• I request unanimous consent that we suspend the rules to take up these items.
• Thank you for all of your service and hard work over this legislative session.
• This bill is part of the Speaker's wildfire response legislation.

Summary: The Assembly convened, established a quorum, and opened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and routine procedural motions. Members then moved through a long agenda of Senate and Assembly bills, including several concurrence votes on budget trailer bills and policy measures. Early actions included defeating a motion to send AB 1207 to the inactive file, then passing SB 855 on armory property transfers, SB 57 on data centers and ratepayer impacts, and SB 614 on carbon capture pipeline transport, with SB 614 transmitted immediately to the Senate. The house also approved AB 144 and AB 149, the health and resources budget trailer bills, and later took up a large concurrence file with many mostly bipartisan measures. Among the major policy items, the Assembly concurred in AB 7 on consideration of descendants of enslaved people in higher education admissions, AB 1400 on community college nursing/bachelor’s degree pilots, AB 56 on social media warning labels for children, AB 253 on housing plan-check timelines, AB 265 on disaster recovery support for small businesses, AB 301 on housing reconstruction timelines after fires, AB 325 on antitrust and pricing algorithms, AB 478 on emergency planning for pets, AB 670 on renter stability, AB 841 on the State Fire Marshal, AB 979 on AI cybersecurity, AB 1007 on faster housing permitting, AB 1032 on mental health care for wildfire victims, AB 1181 on firefighter cancer protections, and AB 1264 on ultra-processed foods in school meals. Several bills drew brief opposition or questions, including AB 149, where Assembly Member Dixon criticized omnibus budget drafting and fee increases, and AB 1264, where members discussed agriculture concerns and school nutrition. Most measures passed with strong margins, many unanimously. Later in the day, the Assembly also considered a separate set of Senate bills, including SB 760 on behest reporting for charitable appeals, SB 271 on student parents’ access to child care and financial aid services, SB 613 on methane emissions from imported fossil fuels, SB 744 on postsecondary accreditation, SB 461 on a facility transfer for police services in Imperial, SB 487 on compensation for injured firefighters and peace officers, SB 635 on street vendor protections, SB 641 on licensing relief after disasters, SB 720 on red-light camera programs, SB 763 on Cartwright Act penalties, and SB 274 on limits for automated license plate reader data retention. SB 274 drew the most extended debate, with supporters emphasizing privacy, civil liberties, and misuse of data, and opponents arguing the bill would hamper law enforcement and crime-solving tools. The transcript ends during that debate, with no final vote shown for SB 274 in the excerpt provided.

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• Pursuant to House Rule 3, I have examined and approved the Journal of the House of Delegates for Monday
• Motions and resolutions under Rule 39 pursuant to the provisions of Rule 40 are now in order.
• So therefore, this first portion of the morning, pursuant to House Rule 14, speaker requests, or use
• Third portion of the morning hour, member requests for legislation to go by for the day.
• Member requests for legislation to go by for the day. I'm not aware of any such requests.

Keywords: June 29, 2026 - Special Session 1, 976, house, all

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• The Committee on Rules worked and set the following bills for proper consideration.
• The Committee on Rules set the following bills for proper consideration.
• The Committee on Rules recommends the following bills for proper consideration.
• The Committee on Rules set House Bill 4117 for proper consideration.
• This type of legislation is in Project 2025.

Keywords: 1182, all