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• That's now a Class A misdemeanor.
• A Class A misdemeanor, to give you an example of who's enforcing it, gives local law enforcement the
• opportunity to enforce a Class A misdemeanor and charge someone with a Class A misdemeanor, just as they
• would for other Class A misdemeanors like drunk driving, resisting arrest, or assault.
• I think a Class A misdemeanor is reasonable.

Bills: HB2510, HB3589, HB4611, HB4655, HB4665, HB4666, HB4670, HB4700, HB4730, HB4798, HB4838, HB5136, HB5243, HB5302, HB5539

Keywords: assisted living, healthcare, licensing, criminal offense, personal assistance, group home, regulation, health and safety, inspections, resident care, criminal background checks, adoption, parental rights, registry, vital statistics, disclosure, counseling, foster care, independent living, financial literacy

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• Texas has every national advantage: world-class universities, a vibrant business climate, and strong
• Then it goes back to class A assessments, back to public bonds, class 2 assessments, back to public bonds
• , class 3 assessments.
• A assessments, back to public bonds, class two assessments, back to public bonds, class three assessments
• Then you go to the Class 1 assessments, which is across the state of Texas.

Bills: HB 106, HB144, HB145, HB252, HB1732, HB2221, HB2467, HB2468, HB2517, HB2518, HB2963, HB3016, HB3689, HB3960, HB4386, HB4490, HB4751, HB5247, HJR175, HB2213

Keywords: HB 106, oil and gas, Railroad Commission of Texas, overhead electrical lines, electrical distribution system, power line maintenance, administrative penalty, Natural Resources Code, oil and gas lease, well operator, energy safety, utility infrastructure, regulatory compliance, cleanup fund, oil and gas regulation and cleanup fund, production safety, leasehold operations, electric utility, distribution poles, inspection

Summary: The committee first handled pending business, including reconsidering SB 715 and then voting out several measures. The committee substitute for SB 1978 was reported favorably, and HB 431, HB 1522, HB 1922, HB 3228, HB 3229, HB 3803, HB 3804, HB 3805, HB 3806, HB 4219, HB 4238, HB 434, HB 1584, and HB 4739 were all reported favorably, many with objections sent to the local and uncontested calendar. HB 1522 and HB 4238 were adopted as committee substitutes before passage. The committee then moved into public testimony on HB 2963, a right-to-repair bill for consumer electronics. Supporters argued it would reduce waste, lower costs, and help independent repair shops by requiring manufacturers to provide parts, tools, and information on fair terms, while opponents said the bill was too broad and the automotive MOU exemption was problematic. The bill was left pending after testimony. The committee also heard HB 2467, which would align State Fire Marshal Office investigators’ pay with other commissioned peace officers at TDI; testimony was strongly supportive, emphasizing the office’s arson-investigation role, and the bill was left pending. HB 252, a bill allowing certain state agencies flexibility to pay Schedule A employees twice monthly, was laid out and left pending after limited testimony. HB 2468, dealing with public improvement district notice in real estate transactions, would let buyers terminate within seven days if required PID notice was not provided before contract execution; it drew no public testimony and was left pending. HB 4386, an annuity exchange and surrender process bill, was presented as a consumer-protection measure with deadlines and penalties for insurer delays; it received support from industry witnesses and was left pending. The committee then heard HB 4751, creating the Texas Quantum Initiative within the Governor’s Office to coordinate quantum research, workforce, industry partnerships, and possible future grant funding. Witnesses from universities and industry supported the bill, while several senators questioned whether a new state structure was necessary; the bill was left pending. HJR 175 proposed a constitutional amendment protecting Texans’ right to use mutually agreed forms of exchange, including cash, bullion, digital currency, or private script, and was discussed at length in the context of central bank digital currency and barter; it was left pending after testimony. HB 2221, updating insurance anti-rebating laws to allow wellness and value-added services, drew supportive testimony from the insurance industry and discussion about incentives versus monitoring; it was also left pending. Finally, the committee heard a series of utility wildfire and infrastructure bills: HB 106, requiring oil and gas operators to maintain certain electrical infrastructure near well sites; HB 144, requiring electric utilities to submit pole inspection and management plans to the PUC; and HB 145, requiring wildfire mitigation plans and allowing self-insurance under certain conditions. Utility, insurance, and cooperative witnesses generally supported the wildfire-related bills while asking for clarifications and less burdensome reporting, and the bills were left pending.

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• We talk about what the impacts are of the current economic order on low-income people, working-class
• and middle-class people, and we share those concerns.
• Minnesota is uniquely positioned to be a national leader in research and development, with world-class
• Minnesota is uniquely positioned to be a national leader in research and development, with world-class
• Minnesota is uniquely positioned to be a national leader in research and development, with world-class

Bills: HF4, HF173

Keywords: tax relief fund, budget surplus, surplus revenue, tax rebate, tax refund, one-time refund, income tax, property tax, constitutional amendment, Minnesota Constitution, general fund, budget reserve, taxpayer relief, state surplus, fiscal forecast, wealthy taxpayers, high-income exclusion, 2026 ballot, referendum, surplus distribution

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• We will now move to Senate conference committee items eligible for action.
• We will now move to House Conference Committees eligible for action. Clerk will read the roll.
• We'll now move to House Conference Committee's eligible for action. The clerk will read the roll.
• You had a great class, a good group of people.
• You had a great class, a good group of people, young men and women who are, I am no doubt, we'll see

Keywords: 964, all

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• Based on my conversations with the nominee, and based on his actions in uniform, I'm confident... that
• Our national defense requires urgent action and reform across the globe. We must go faster.
• And it makes a number of actionable recommendations, many of which were included in last year's NDAA.
• Virginia-class.
• You talked about... urgent action, reform to go faster with greater efficiency.

Keywords: national security, military readiness, Kane nomination, defense budget, China threats, Russia, collaboration, modernization

Summary: The meeting centered on the nomination of retired Lieutenant General Dan Kane for Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, delving into various security concerns and the strategic environment facing the U.S. today. Testimonies highlighted the growing threats from adversaries such as China and Russia, with discussions around the necessity of maintaining and modernizing military capabilities to address these challenges. The need for agility in military operations and enhancing collaboration among various defense agencies was underscored. Further, concerns were raised regarding the defense budget and the importance of a strong national defense strategy were prevalent throughout the discussions. The committee members collectively emphasized the need for superior readiness and modernization to keep pace with global threats.

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• As Acting Chair Hill characterized them, these and other actions sent the message to banks that it would
• As I said earlier, we received validation today with Chair Hill's actions.
• We know the CFPB took action to prevent illegal, punitive, expensive overdraft fees.
• I heard one in my class say, 'Well, they're just bad checks, and they should be held accountable.'
• Common, everyday, working-class investors were affected too.

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• Texans also have a private right of action to ensure the law is followed.
• That's where that action would occur. That action should be brought. You're correct.
• My family and I go there. there for an art class once a month.
• And the private cause of action, however, does not require that.
• And they had to threaten legal action.

Bills: SB7, SB14, SB 7, SB 14

Keywords: gender designation, civil penalties, private civil rights, multiple-occupancy spaces, Texas Women's Privacy Act, law enforcement, confidentiality, personnel files, employee records, misconduct, abortion, civil liability, abortion-inducing drugs, qui tam actions, Texas Citizens Participation Act, Religious Freedom Restoration Act, healthcare regulations, impact fees, water conservation, reuse projects

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• She couldn't stay in her classes anymore.
• And she in her classes anymore.
• <01:52:13.119> or consequences of their action or consequences of their action or omission
• So that's taught in classes. That is true fact.
• subject to civil or disciplinary action. subject to civil or disciplinary action. and<02:21:23.359

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• inclusion within the plans of actions to prepare, respond, and recover from a wildfire.
• The bill would require the inclusion within the plans actions to prepare risk The bill would require
• the inclusion within the plans actions to prepare, respond, and recover from a wildfire.
• These actions have proven to be beneficial through our recent large-scale wildfires in California.
• And as cleanup begins this week, Class immigrants and refugee neighborhoods by the GKN facility.

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• there and have a little class up there. there and have a little class up there.
• And I'm going to pass it to action.
• And I'll get to the that class.
• <03:45:12.800> and Uh we did pay $6,000 for that class and Uh we did pay $6,000 for that class
• passing the class passing the class is<04:21:25.280> is<04:21:25.600> your<04:21:25.760

Keywords: 916, all

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• unwarranted and unprecedented action unwarranted and unprecedented action against<00:41:55.280><
• These actions are lawless, in Congress.
• This is based on a class definition disputed by scientists.
• <04:56:40.000> have need to understand that actions have need to understand that actions have
• <05:58:12.718> $2 million for Moroccan pottery classes. $2 million for Moroccan pottery classes

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Wednesday, June 11, 2025, 1012, house, all

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• They went from a Class I to a Class III. And I'm understanding from Mr.
• I want to thank the freshman class. Y'all, we had a terrific group that came in.
• This bill protects individuals and businesses from a bank taking adverse action against them.
• It does not prevent an adverse action when there is fraud, criminal conduct, or other unlawful action
• Army Sergeant First Class Carrie Dalton Bolt, Jr.

Keywords: 977, all

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• So when we started this discussion, the governor said he wanted to target working-class families and
• , to your question, yes, ...certain actions.
• So, to your question, yes, future legislatures can prohibit some sort of action from local government
• And I always ask, what actions are being taken with the wealth generated in our county?
• They'll definitely separate us in class.

Keywords: 999, senate, all

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• So when we started this discussion, the governor said he wanted to target working-class families and
• So to your question, yes... ...certain actions.
• So to your question, yes, future legislatures can prohibit some sort of action from local government
• And I always ask, what actions are being taken with the wealth generated in our county?
• They'll definitely separate us in class.

Keywords: 998, house, all

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• The middle class... In America, there is a stigma around living in affordable housing.
• , to get the middle class to delink themselves from that dream, I think, is a challenge.
• I'm saying like the very, very low income and not the middle class.
• I'm selling like the very, very low income and not the middle class.
• We have to protect at this moment the middle class and re-engineer outward.

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• The middle class, I think, doesn’t see themselves as recipients of social benefits.
• And I feel like the middle class, to get the middle class to delink themselves from that dream, is a
• I’m selling like the very, very low income and not the middle class.
• I'm selling like the very, very low income and not the middle class.
• We have to protect at this moment the middle class and re-engineer outward.

Summary: The committee heard testimony on several housing-related proposals and policy ideas. One speaker urged changes to the welfare property tax exemption for affordable housing, arguing that annual income recertifications are outdated and burdensome, and proposing a one-time qualification at move-in, streamlined monitoring through TCAC or HCD, and continued exemption protection for projects that remain in compliance. The witness said rising insurance costs and administrative burdens are hurting cash flow and threatening the viability of affordable housing operations. A major portion of the meeting focused on social housing and the SB 555 study. HCD described its ongoing study process, including public engagement with residents, practitioners, and experts, and noted that California already has many building blocks for social housing, such as public land tools, long-term affordability mechanisms, community land trusts, and tenant protections. Community land trust and housing policy witnesses argued that social housing will require legislative action, expanded public subsidy, tax abatements, public land, and simplified financing, and they emphasized the need to reframe the concept for the “missing middle” and middle-class households to build broader political support. Committee members discussed stigma around “social housing,” the need for a rebrand, and the possibility of a pilot program, especially on excess public land. The committee also heard a proposal for a certified professional plan-check system modeled on Vancouver, Canada. The presenter said California’s permitting delays, inconsistent reviews, and staffing shortages add cost and uncertainty even for streamlined projects, and proposed allowing state-certified private professionals to perform plan checks and inspections under state oversight while local governments retain zoning and enforcement authority. Members discussed local control concerns, infrastructure costs, and the need to reduce delays and uncertainty in the entitlement process. Finally, the committee heard testimony supporting changes to HCD loan disbursement so funds can be used during construction rather than only after completion. Witnesses said this would reduce interest costs, improve feasibility, and could produce additional affordable homes with existing funding. The discussion also referenced AB 1053 as the vehicle for implementing that approach.

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• that public school class. that public school class.
• She was doing three classes out of the seven classes per school day.
• per class. per class.
• seven classes per classes out of the seven classes per school<01:04:24.240> day.
• . classes. classes.

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• But we do think that this is action we should take, and we look forward to partnering with that action
• what we're aiming for here in Massachusetts is that we continue to lead not just in words but in action
• amendment, but I wanted to speak on this amendment to make sure that my colleagues understood the action
• that we are going to need to take in the coming months to make sure... ...the action that we are going
• As high-ranking officers question the actions and orders coming from Washington, they are fired, fewer

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The Senate began with routine formalities, then took up several final-passage and engrossment matters. It adopted emergency preambles for House Bill 1590, establishing a sick leave bank for Eric J. Iwanek, and House Bill 1024, authorizing the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority to provide sewer service to a parcel in Sharon. The Senate also passed to be enacted Senate Bill 2528, allowing Marblehead to establish fines related to parking violations, and adopted a pair of congratulatory resolutions. Later, it ordered several House bills to third reading, including measures for an additional off-premises alcohol license in Somerset and sick leave banks for David A. Russell and Jean McCarran, and concurred in a gubernatorial amendment to a vital statistics bill. The chamber then considered major committee reports and amendments on military and veterans issues. It advanced a Ways and Means substitute for a bill on free expression and a substitute for a bill on assault and battery upon a transit worker, placing both on the Orders of the Day. The Senate also debated and amended Senate Bill 2503, the EASE Act for military-connected families, with remarks emphasizing school stability for military children, special education continuity, juvenile justice transfers, and use of military protective orders in domestic violence cases. Several proposed amendments were withdrawn or rejected, including tax relief proposals for 100% disabled veterans, while an amendment requiring tracking of veteran suicides was adopted. The bill was then ordered to third reading and passed to be engrossed by roll call, 39-0. Another major item was Senate Bill 2501, clarifying the duties of the adjutant general. The Senate adopted a Ways and Means substitute and considered multiple amendments, including one withdrawn proposal on entry by non-federalized armed forces from other jurisdictions and another adopted amendment requiring recruit training on lawful orders; other amendments were withdrawn. The bill was then ordered to third reading and passed to be engrossed. The Senate also passed House Bill 3388, designating September 22 as Military Service Members and Veterans Suicide Awareness and Remembrance Day. Throughout the session, members also offered and adopted several adjournment motions honoring the lives and service of Judge Leslie E. Harris, former Newton Mayor Seyi Warren, and Anthony P. Dwingnan, and the Senate adjourned to meet again the following Monday at 11:00 a.m.

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• The clerk will record the action of the Senate.
• The clerk will record the action of the Senate. Third reading of bills.
• We set to work on this months ago, knowing that action was needed.
• We set to work on this months ago, knowing that action was needed.
• HB 2253, testimony disciplinary action. Safety and Law Enforcement. HB 2254, special plate.

Keywords: 1182, all

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• In April, OFM C&C makes their final class and comp proposal recommendations, making targeted adjustments
• In April, OFM, C&C makes their final class and comp proposal recommendations making targeted adjustments
• We bargain locally about workload, tenure and promotion, grievance procedures and disciplinary action
• On the right, RCW 41.80 applies to employees who are... action and safety and violence prevention.
• That means fewer individualized course sections, effectively larger class sizes, and really weakening

Keywords: 904, all

Summary: The Joint Committee on Employment Relations met on May 8, 2026, to receive updates on upcoming collective bargaining for the 2027–29 biennium. OFM’s Jenny Sheehan reviewed the state workforce, noting that most employees are represented, the workforce remains constrained by hiring limits and civil service rules, and bargaining goals include financially feasible agreements, maintaining labor relations, supporting an inclusive workplace, and addressing issues such as AI use, leave, and immigration-related workplace protections. She also outlined the bargaining calendar, the role of the June revenue forecast in determining what compensation proposals can be funded, and the need to reach tentative agreements by September 2026 for October 1 submission and legislative consideration. She described recent bargaining themes from unions, including limits on AI, expanded leave, access to union members in hybrid workplaces, and classification changes, and she summarized prior-cycle costs, including about $1.2 billion in general funds and $1.7 billion in total funds for 2025–27 awards, excluding the delayed WPEA agreements that were later funded after a return to bargaining. The committee then heard from Western Washington University and the University of Washington on higher education bargaining. Western described its locally bargained contracts, the importance of re-opener clauses tied to state budget decisions, and concerns about the instability of the state “fund split,” which shifts compensation costs between state funds and tuition revenue. Western also emphasized that student employees are increasingly central to retention and urged inclusion of student compensation in the wage base. UW similarly described its large and diverse workforce, the split between RCW 41.56 and 41.80 bargaining frameworks, and the reliance on state funding, tuition, and other revenue sources to cover compensation increases. UW highlighted the financial strain of the fund split, the lack of state funding for academic student employee compensation, and the impact of rising ASE costs on class sizes and the university’s teaching and research missions. OFM also presented on Washington Management Service bargaining, explaining that only certain WMS employees are covered, that bargaining began in 2024, and that current agreements include addenda for WMS-specific provisions. The presentation noted that WMS bargaining is still limited in scope, with only a few represented units, and that compensation bargaining generally covers band minimums and maximums rather than all salary levels. Finally, OFM reviewed interest arbitration rules for certain state employee groups, explaining that arbitration is available for some essential-service and statutorily covered employees, that arbitrators decide disputed contract language based on statutory criteria, and that awards still must be found financially feasible by OFM. Committee members asked about PFML treatment, the timing of arbitration, and the budget pressures facing bargaining, and the meeting adjourned without any votes or formal actions.