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• He asked for favorable support.
• in support.
• And I urge your support. Thank you. Great. Thank you. “For businesses. And I urge your support.
• And I would appreciate your support. Great. Thank you.”
• And so with that, I'd ask for your favorable support.

Bills: S7020, S0308, S0692, S0474, S0572, S1106, S1650, S0350, S1442, S7032

Keywords: open government, sunset review, aquaculture, public records, exemption, Florida Museum of Black History, cultural heritage, education, Board of Directors, local governance, cybersecurity, data breach, data privacy, information security, local government, county, municipality, vendor contracts, third-party service provider, liability shield

Summary: The committee heard and voted on several measures. SB 308 on the Florida Museum of Black History was explained as implementing a prior task force recommendation by designating St. Johns County as the museum site, creating a board, and coordinating with a supporting nonprofit; it passed favorably. SB 692 on cybersecurity standards and liability was amended to bar local governments from imposing cybersecurity requirements on vendors beyond generally accepted best practices, and after testimony both for and against, it was reported favorably as a committee substitute. SB 572 updated ethics law to include legally recognized foster parents and foster children in the definition of relative; after a technical amendment and support from the Ethics Commission, it passed unanimously. SB 1442 revised the long-range program plan to require more specific performance metrics and agency-specific measures; it also passed favorably. The committee also approved SB 1106, as amended by a strike-all, to require state agencies and certain educational materials to use “Judea and Samaria” instead of “West Bank,” despite opposition arguing it would impose political language and conflict with federal and international terminology. SB 7020 reenacted a public records exemption for certain aquaculture and shellfish production records and passed with support from the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. SB 474 expanded military leave and related benefits for public employees and officials, including members of the Coast Guard and Florida State Guard, and added three amendments before being reported favorably. SB 350, dealing with public records protections for crime victims and certain law enforcement victims, was heavily amended to add time-limited confidentiality for an officer’s name in some cases and then passed favorably after discussion about balancing transparency and safety. Finally, the committee approved SPB 7032 as a committee bill to shift more fleet management responsibilities from DMS to individual agencies, while still requiring data reporting to DMS for legislative oversight. SB 1650 by Senator Gates was temporarily postponed. At the end of the meeting, members recorded votes on selected bills, and the committee adjourned.

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• of mental health And I'm a big supporter of mental health and<00:16:04.480><c> and</c><00:16:04.720>
• I'll be voting in support of this, despite my understanding as to why we wouldn't.
• a real interest in demonstrating a real interest in bicycling,<00:22:54.360><c> and</c><00:22:54.600
• I rise in support of Representative Hicks' motion. I think this is an excellent bill.
• </c> support of Representative Hicks' motion. support of Representative Hicks' motion.

Keywords: 1183, house

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• names of three well-deserving candidates from fellow members of the Legislature who have clearly demonstrated
• every one of you that are here to consider the matter today, and thank all of you that are here to support
• I've been working with a lot of the foundations that support Gold Star families and Navy SEALs.
• Army 247th Brigade, Second Assault Support Helicopter Company, 269th Aviation Battalion.
• for his own safety, he repeatedly entered the flaming wreckage to rescue those trapped inside, demonstrating

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• names of three well-deserving candidates from fellow members of the Legislature who have clearly demonstrated
• every one of you that are here to consider this matter today, and thank all of you that are here to support
• talking about Gage around the country for the last year, traveling with a lot of the foundations that support
• Army 242nd Assault Support Helicopter Company, 269th Aviation Battalion.
• Demonstrating remarkable bravery, he sustained severe burns on his hands while extinguishing flames on

Keywords: 1185, senate, all

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• Bonterra and Newpoint's compliance in the face of their previous refusal to comply demonstrates what
• eight hundred and twenty six million dollars to federal employees who were victims of illegal demonstration
• Senate, I certainly fully support... and fully know the importance of strong, vigilant, and objective
• It should be limited just to the request which the chairman made last year, and I asked for of support
• There are real questions as to its legality, and I urge my colleagues to support this amendment.

Keywords: oversight, subpoena, illegal immigrants, Massachusetts Port Authority, O'Hare Airport, legislative practices

Summary: The meeting was convened by the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, where robust discussions were held regarding the need for improved oversight within the Senate. The chairman emphasized the historical decline in oversight activities and proposed motions to authorize subpoenas related to an ongoing investigation involving the Massachusetts Port Authority and allegations of illegal immigrant sheltering at airports. This prompted a detailed examination of the current practices and measures needed to address such issues effectively, particularly in light of recent reports from O'Hare Airport. The committee engaged in deliberations that highlighted the importance of maintaining legislative oversight to safeguard national interests.

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• con uh kitchen and in the demonstration con uh kitchen and in the facilities<00:08:22.000><c> there<
• </c><00:21:25.039><c> to</c><00:21:25.360><c> the</c><00:21:25.520><c> county</c> providing the support
• to the county providing the support to the county council.<00:21:26.400><c> So</c><00:21:26.640><c>
• So, we're doing that through the programs that the board funds or supports.
• </c> funds or supports. funds or supports.

Keywords: Meeting Start 00:00 Attendance Roll Call 00:04 Approval of Minutes 00:36 KOAP Report 00:51, 958, all

Summary: The committee met with a quorum, approved the June 12 minutes, and then received a presentation from Brandon Reid and Bill McCloskkey of the Agricultural Development Board on the June report and the 25th anniversary of the Agricultural Development Fund. They described a joint anniversary meeting held at the Kentucky Historical Society, thanked staff, and noted that the board presented members with a token of appreciation. They also reported a clean annual audit, with the audit report to be shared more fully at a later meeting. The presenters reviewed June activity and funding decisions, saying the development board approved about $3.3 million and the finance board about $5 million in loans. They highlighted program activity such as advisory council meetings, site visits, project reports, and county comprehensive plans. Specific projects discussed included the Food Chain project, which sought support for equipment and improvements to expand Kentucky product marketing; Miller Rockbridge Farms LLC, which sought county support for a barn for an education program; and Thompson Family Farm LLC, which sought funding for a livestock buying station. The board approved reduced or county-only funding in some cases, including $45,643 for the Food Chain project and county money for the farm projects. Members asked about the meaning and purpose of the county comprehensive plans and how counties use them to guide funding decisions. The presenters explained that House Bill 611 created a structure in which each county council develops a comprehensive plan, updated on a five-year cycle, to prioritize local agricultural investments and evaluate applications. They said county councils work with extension agents and the Agricultural Development Office, and that staff attend meetings, provide training, and help new agents and council members understand the program. Members emphasized that the planning process helps ensure funds are targeted to local needs and supports diversification of agriculture beyond tobacco.

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• there and the new crime lab, how that's going to assist law enforcement and the different type of support
• So we're very excited about that, and we cannot have done that without your support for sure.
• It protects the things... ...body and their support.
• I'd love to have a demonstration. That'd be great.
• I mean, I'd love to have a demonstration of it when it gets online for the subcommittee.

Summary: The committee met with representatives from the Arkansas State Crime Lab for what members said was likely the first appearance by the lab before this committee. Lab officials gave an overview of the new crime lab facility now under construction, saying it is on schedule, under budget, and expected to be completed by the end of July next year, with phased move-in beginning around August 1. They explained that the current building is over 40 years old and overcrowded, with caseloads having doubled over the past 20 years, and said the new facility will improve workflow, add morgue capacity, and allow new technologies and equipment to be brought online. Members asked about staffing and recruitment, and the lab said recent pay changes and legislative support have made Arkansas more competitive for forensic specialists and medical examiners. Officials said vacancies have been reduced, a new deputy chief medical examiner has been hired, two more medical examiners are starting in August, and a new fellowship program has already attracted applicants. They also said the lab is prepared for the staffing needs of the new facility and that training periods remain long for many analyst positions. The discussion also covered rapid DNA, CODIS, sexual assault kit processing, genetic genealogy, and overdose-related data sharing. The lab said rapid DNA is in final testing with pilot agencies in Faulkner and Saline counties and could go live by the end of July, which would make Arkansas among the first states to do so. Officials described CODIS as a key investigative tool, said DNA profiles are entered automatically when they qualify, and reported that the sexual assault kit backlog has been cleared with the lab now maintaining a 60-day turnaround. They also confirmed Arkansas uses a kit-tracking system, works with private labs such as Othram and Bode for genetic genealogy, and is developing an overdose dashboard to share toxicology and overdose data with public health and law enforcement partners. Members praised the lab’s progress and the committee adjourned after announcing an August site visit to Lake Conway and the dam project.

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• And again, thank you again for having us here and for all the support that you have provided our lab.
• So we're very excited about that, and we could not have done that without your support for sure.
• And with really due diligence and additional support from the legislators from the governor's office,
• I'd love to have a demonstration.
• I'd love to have a demonstration of it when it gets online for the subcommittee.

Keywords: 1204, all

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• I also met mayors and council members in these towns like Skykomish Mayor Henry Sladek, who demonstrated
• I also met mayors and council members in these towns like Skykomish Mayor Henry Sladek, who demonstrated
• Please join me in showing our support for them during this difficult period.
• Let's make government more responsive to the people by supporting that proposal.
• Improving our response rate is something all of us support.

Summary: The joint session of the Washington Legislature convened to receive Governor Bob Ferguson’s State of the State address, with the House and Senate, Supreme Court justices, statewide elected officials, tribal leaders, consular representatives, and other guests formally introduced. The meeting also included the Pledge of Allegiance, a performance by the Wapato High School Choir, a prayer by Reverend Indiana Driver Gimmer, and a poem by State Poet Laureate Derek Sheffield. In his address, Governor Ferguson said the state remains strong economically but faces major challenges from recent historic flooding, aging transportation infrastructure, ferry reliability problems, the housing shortage, and affordability concerns. He proposed major budget priorities including more than a billion dollars for bridge and road maintenance without raising taxes, another billion dollars for ferries, and a record housing investment. He also called for a millionaire’s tax to fund expanded Working Families Tax Credit benefits, tax relief for small businesses, and more support for K-12 education, along with utility assistance and early learning expansion funded in part by a large private gift. The governor also criticized federal immigration enforcement practices and changes at the CDC, urged action on a bill to prohibit masked law enforcement and require identifying information, and backed shifting vaccine recommendations to the state health department. He highlighted several bipartisan proposals he said he would sign, including expanded early learning for military families, modular housing standards, reckless driving changes, crash review access to medical information, wildfire air resources for local fire departments, and fee refunds for missed agency deadlines. After the governor’s remarks, the joint session was dissolved by motion and the House adjourned until the next legislative day.

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• Please support SF 662. Thank you for your testimony, Ms. Schwarz.
• </c> members for letting me speak in support members for letting me speak in support of<00:37:11.520>
• </c> resources for victims and supporting resources for victims and supporting them<00:37:33.319><c>
• </c><01:33:58.080><c> of</c> respectfully ask for your support of respectfully ask for your support of
• I'm here to express my support for Senate File 1329. demonstrable bodily harm I have with me demonstrable

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• And today I stand proudly to support ACR 191, and I ask for all of your support. Thank you.
• And today I stand proudly to support ACR 191, and I ask for all of your support. Thank you.
• And today I stand proudly to support ACR 191, and I ask for all of your support. Thank you.
• Please support ACR 191.
• Ryan has demonstrated a commitment to supporting and improving his community.

Summary: The Assembly convened after a quorum call, prayer, and pledge, then handled routine procedural business including re-referrals of several Senate bills, removal of AB 1156 from the inactive file, and withdrawal of ACR 210 to the second reading file. The chamber also heard multiple guest introductions, including family members of members and two CIF Scholar Athletes of the Year, Ryan Liu and Mona Sugawara, before moving to the daily file and consent calendar. The main floor item was ACR 191, which designated June 5 as National Gun Violence Awareness Day in California. Assemblymember Stephanie and several colleagues spoke in strong support, sharing personal and district-level experiences with gun violence, highlighting the impact on children, schools, graduations, and communities, and urging continued state and federal action. Speakers emphasized prevention, safe storage, community violence intervention, and the need to resist complacency; the resolution was adopted by voice vote after 55 co-authors were added. On the consent calendar, ACR 206 and several Senate concurrent resolutions were adopted, with ACR 206 passing 60-0. The Assembly also heard an adjournment in memory for Michael George Savan, a longtime Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department commander, Marine Corps Reservist, and former Lomita mayor and councilmember. The house then announced the next session schedule and adjourned until Monday, June 8 at 1 p.m.

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• We would support the committee supporting this language in whatever form or mode, whether it be the governor's
• First, CLF strongly supports H1004, S583...
• Thank you for the opportunity to support HB997 and Act improving air quality in Airport support H.B.997
• We've supported the redraft this session, and so I am proud and confident to stand today in support of
• I strongly support this bill.

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The committee hearing focused on a broad set of climate, energy, and environmental justice proposals. Early testimony strongly supported the Climate Change Superfund or “Polluter Pays” bill (H.1014/S.58), which would assess the largest fossil fuel emitters for a one-time fee based on historic emissions to fund climate adaptation. Sponsors argued the bill is modeled on Superfund cleanup principles, would target only the largest multinational polluters, would not be passed on to consumers, and would direct a significant share of funds to environmental justice communities. Committee members asked about the number of companies covered, consumer impacts, and whether the bill would address other forms of environmental destruction; sponsors said it was limited to major fossil fuel companies with a Massachusetts footprint and did not cover other pollution sources. The committee also heard testimony on a fusion energy compact proposal (S.673) that would direct the administration to develop a framework for a New England regional compact to accelerate fusion research, workforce development, and supply-chain growth. Supporters from MIT and the Association of Independent Colleges and Universities said fusion could become a major clean-energy and economic opportunity, but acknowledged the technology is not yet commercially viable and still has unresolved technical, cost, and waste-management questions. Members pressed on environmental impacts, siting, waste, costs, and whether the bill would create a compact or only a framework; sponsors said it would only create the framework and that the administration would need to negotiate with other states. Another major topic was a pilot program for nature-based climate solutions (H.971/S.??), backed by legislators, Boston Harbor Now, and UMass Boston’s Stone Living Lab. Witnesses said the bill would help speed permits for research and demonstration projects such as living shorelines, marsh restoration, and hybrid “green-to-gray” flood protections, while maintaining safeguards and protecting Indigenous and historic resources. Committee members asked how the proposal would interact with other permitting reforms and whether it could conflict with housing or wetland-related streamlining; supporters said it was complementary and aimed at making projects faster, more affordable, and more data-driven. The hearing also covered climate-safe buildings and climate adaptation funding bills. Supporters of H.1004/S.583 said current building codes do not adequately account for future flooding, heat, and wind, and the bill would add climate expertise to the building board, allow stretch resilience codes, expand floodplain standards, and create a retrofit program. Related testimony backed H.938/S.572, which would create a dedicated climate and community resilience fund financed by a small fee on property insurance premiums; advocates said it would provide stable long-term revenue for adaptation, especially in environmental justice communities, and help replace unreliable federal funding. One witness from CLF supported the climate-safe buildings and funding bills but opposed S.560/H.939 as too broad. The committee also heard testimony on airport air-quality legislation (H.997) calling for more monitoring and mitigation of ultra-fine particulate pollution around Logan Airport and Massport communities. No votes were taken during the hearing.

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• They're learning public speaking by giving demonstrations.
• Your support of 4-H directly impacts the opportunities available to youth across all 77 counties.
• proud of each and every one of these young ladies for, with a team average of team GPA of 3.54. demonstrating
• the quiet one sitting over here. waiting to see what good you all can do so I can cheer you on and support
• for several years and then as chairman for 1.5 years, serving with many of you in this body that support

Bills: HR1052, SB2184, SB171

Keywords: 4-H, youth development, community service, education, volunteering, Oklahoma, statutory revision, consolidation, law amendment, emergency legislation, legal clarity, SB171, state government, Capitol security, peace officer commission, legislative security, Department of Public Safety, Commissioner of Public Safety, President Pro Tempore, Speaker of the House

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• The second thing, it's a thank you more than anything for the continued support...
• The second thing, it's a thank you more than anything for the continued support of the Office of Insurance
• with former President Pasidomo on forward, you, especially the Senate, has been extraordinarily supportive
• And I hope that we're demonstrating value in return.
• Especially the Senate has been extraordinarily supportive, and I hope that we're demonstrating value

Summary: The Senate Committee on Banking and Insurance convened with a quorum present, and Commissioner Michael Yaworsky of the Office of Insurance Regulation delivered a broad update on Florida’s property insurance market. He outlined the division of responsibilities between OIR and the Department of Financial Services, then reported market indicators including 7.61 million residential policies in force, an average premium of $2,755, 1.5 million Citizens takeout approvals, and recent negative trends in homeowners rate requests. He credited recent legislative reforms, especially tort reform and the Insurer Accountability Act, with improving market stability, increasing competition, and allowing the office to conduct more examinations and investigations, recover consumer restitution, and fine insurers for misconduct tied to recent hurricanes. Yaworsky emphasized that Citizens Property Insurance has been rapidly depopulating from its 2022 peak and may fall below 300,000 policies, while cautioning that over-depopulation could create residual-market risks and assessments if a major storm hits. He also discussed the distinction between admitted and surplus lines markets, the role of reinsurance in Florida pricing, and the effect of inflation on total insured values and premiums. He said Florida has seen comparatively modest property rate increases relative to other states and noted that recent hurricanes did not produce the kind of rate spikes seen in prior years, which he attributed to a more stable market and reduced fraud and litigation pressure. In response to a question from Senator Martin, Yaworsky explained that California’s wildfire crisis and regulatory structure are not a direct one-to-one comparison for Florida, but that California’s market problems can affect global reinsurance capacity and serve as a cautionary example of regulatory missteps. He also highlighted a recent Progressive auto insurance excess-profits refund of about $1 billion to policyholders, discussed possible federal changes to the National Flood Insurance Program, and urged greater home resiliency and code-plus adoption. The commissioner closed by calling for clearer consumer disclosures and responsible oversight of AI use in insurance filings. No bills were considered and no votes were taken; Senator Hooper moved to adjourn, and the committee adjourned without objection.

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• And Justice Kavanaugh said, "NetChoice has, in my view, demonstrated that it is likely, meaning Walker
• /c><00:05:11.640><c> that</c><00:05:11.760><c> it</c><00:05:11.880><c> is</c> has, in my view, demonstrated
• that it is has, in my view, demonstrated that it is likely,<00:05:12.919><c> meaning</c><00:05:13.240
• And I appreciate the folks, the supporters, for going through the bill and I can do that, but what you
• supporters supporters and and and for for for going<00:07:13.400><c> through</c><00:07:13.600><c> the

Keywords: Judiciary, Division A (Part 2) - Room 409, 3 March, 2026; 4:15 P.M., 925, all

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• ><c> is</c><00:21:26.640><c> a</c> As we've demonstrated, there is a As we've demonstrated, there is
• </c> thank you for your time and support. thank you for your time and support.
• Please support<00:58:10.480><c> us.
• </c> support for this. support for this.
• </c> support from residents at 53%. support from residents at 53%.

Keywords: 1183, house

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• So, I ask for your support.
• . support. support.
• </c> I urge you to support this bill. I urge you to support this bill.
• Um, the Senate demonstrated support for the 340B program, which is an existing program that allows us
• ><c> support</c><01:32:36.120><c> for</c> Um the Senate demonstrated support for Um the Senate demonstrated

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• </c> looking for work for us to um support looking for work for us to um support this<00:28:52.399><c
• </c> will not be supporting this amendment. will not be supporting this amendment.
• </c><01:28:08.080><c> the</c> is but it definitely demonstrates the is but it definitely demonstrates
• </c> raised the employee has to demonstrate raised the employee has to demonstrate more<04:03:09.279>
• I'm a huge supporter of AHPs.

Keywords: 928, house, all

Summary: The committee began with procedural announcements about report turnaround, amendment submission methods during split operations, a possible January 29 session, the governor’s State of the State on February 5, parking, cafeteria opening, and the plan to finish work by February 10. It then moved into executive session on HB 1123, which would require certain companies to post salary ranges on public job listings. Representative Granger moved ITL, arguing the bill would interfere with negotiations, especially for higher-level jobs, and raise compelled-speech concerns. Supporters, including Representatives Schultz, Sullivan, Cahill, Staub, and others, said salary ranges help applicants avoid wasted time and travel, improve transparency, and are already a common workplace disclosure. The committee voted 10-9 to ITL HB 1123. The committee next took up HB 177, concerning a definition of remote work in labor law. Representative Murphy moved ITL, saying the bill could burden employers, create vague obligations, duplicate existing protections, and potentially require intrusive compliance measures. Representative Sullivan described a proposed amendment that would narrow the bill to a definition of remote work and remove broader requirements, but the committee ultimately voted 11-9 to ITL HB 177. Members also noted that the amendment had not been fully circulated in time and that the issue might merit further review. Finally, the committee opened HB 1352, a workers’ compensation bill focused on repricing and payment practices. The sponsor withdrew an initial ITL motion and moved OTP after amendment review. Members discussed concerns raised at the hearing about delayed payments, third-party administrators, and the need for better accountability. Representative McKenzie’s amendment would define good faith, create a voluntary three-year dispute-resolution pilot, restore fines to prior levels, and add reporting/accountability requirements for carriers that miss the 30-day payment deadline. Several members supported the amendment as a way to help small businesses and providers, while others said repricing needed broader study through the workers’ compensation advisory council. The Department of Labor explained that the amendment would require carriers and related payers to report missed determinations to the department and would increase oversight of payment timeliness.

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• Students who are physically fit demonstrate higher GPAs.
• How would you support the resources needed?
• Would the sponsor be in support of that? We don't know that. Would he be in support of that?
• Would you be in support of that? Madam Chair. Would you be in support of that?
• Madam Chair, he's the top supporter of the ESA program.

Bills: HB2008, HB2075, HB2203, HB2395, HB2409

Keywords: school libraries, public school libraries, library funding, professional associations, library associations, librarians, information services, dues, membership fees, public monies, school governing body, county free library district, municipal library, library contracts, library services, books and programs, Arizona education, Title 15, Library Freedom Act, school district transparency

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• Please stand and be recognized. that came to support Rory Ino inoi that that came to support Rory Ino
• </c> determination and resilience to support determination and resilience to support our<00:05:05.320
• and respect throughout also the support and respect throughout his<00:07:19.960><c> community</c><00
• </c><00:09:12.600><c> task</c> multi-tiered system of support task multi-tiered system of support task
• She serves as a primary school adjustment program coordinator, provides English language support, and

Keywords: 912, senate, all