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• <01:05:18.160> note, without generating a fiscal note, without generating a fiscal note, which
• I also want to question this fiscal note.
• This is a big fiscal note.
• I I I question this fiscal note.
• >> Updated fiscal note. Okay. $138,000. >> Updated fiscal note.

Keywords: 981, all

Summary: The House convened, established a quorum, and approved the journal of Friday, May 1, 2026, on a voice vote after Representative Johnson offered a humorous Star Wars-themed motion. Members then made announcements about upcoming committee meetings, including Finance, Business Affairs and Labor, State Civic, Military, and Veterans Affairs, Agriculture, Water, and Natural Resources, and Appropriations, along with a few non-legislative notices such as open enrollment and a Cinco de Mayo potluck. The chamber also received a committee report from Appropriations recommending House Bills 1016, 1272, 1326, 1428, and Senate Bill 5 to the Committee of the Whole with favorable recommendation. The Majority Leader moved to add House Bills 1054, 1272, 1327, 1016, and 1428 to the special orders calendar for May 4, 2026 at 9:18 a.m., and there was no objection. The House then took up Senate Bill 160, concerning employee protections in the workplace, with a Business and Labor committee report. The bill’s sponsors said it would ensure meatpacking workers receive frequent bathroom breaks and that the cost of initial protective equipment is not deducted from paychecks. Supporters argued the bill protects basic dignity and health, while opponents said the issues are already covered by OSHA and that the measure is redundant, potentially preempted, and too specific to one employer. Representative Richardson offered amendment L002 to require coordination with OSHA before state action, but the amendment was defeated on a voice vote. Debate on the bill continued, with members divided over whether the legislation was needed or whether existing labor and safety rules were sufficient.

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• He continued that the quality of life of the child, the mother, and the family is in the fiscal notes
• We'll definitely look at the fiscal note and discuss more. Um, do you have any final comments?
• We'll definitely look at the fiscal note and discuss more. Um, do you have any final comments? Oh.
• <01:12:33.440> note we'll definitely look at the fiscal note we'll definitely look at the
• fiscal note and<01:12:34.560> discuss<01:12:35.040> more.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• But despite this success, MTS is approaching a fiscal cliff, as many other transit agencies are.
• As far as the fiscal cliff that MTS is facing, I'll let them respond. Sure. Thank you.
• It should be noted that there have been multiple instances.
• As the committee analysis notes, Contra Costa County, one of the counties that offers this option to
• As the Assemblymember noted, several counties in California already used this technology successfully

Summary: The Assembly Elections Committee met as a subcommittee until quorum was established, then heard a series of election- and public-trust-related bills. Early items included AB 2592, which would move lobbyist training from legislative ethics committees to the FPPC starting in 2029 and make it available online on demand; it drew support from the FPPC and an oppose-unless-amended request to make the training public and ensure lobbyists pay fees. AB 2573 would refine California’s confidential voter registration protections for candidates and elected officials, with support from the Secretary of State and county election officials after amendments narrowed some family-member coverage. AB 2753 would bar registered sex offenders from running for or holding local or state office; it prompted extended debate about public trust, second chances, and where to draw the line, but was ultimately advanced on a 5-0 vote with one member not voting. AB 2691 similarly would expand disqualifying felony convictions to include sexual assault and human trafficking, and it also passed 5-0 after testimony from victim advocates and discussion about survivors, restorative justice, and the power dynamics involved in public office. The committee also advanced AB 2413, which would prohibit public funds from being used for large-format ads featuring elected officials, and AB 2281, which would direct the Office of Election Cybersecurity to assess replacement resources after federal cybersecurity support cuts and allow consultation with academic researchers. AB 1664 would require local election officials to notify the Secretary of State and Attorney General within one business day of warrants, subpoenas, or investigations involving election records or voting systems; supporters said it would help the state respond quickly to improper seizure of election materials, and it passed 5-0. AB 2484, concerning San Diego MTS, would let voters authorize a local sales tax initiative for transit funding and exempt it from an existing cap; it drew support from transit leaders and labor, opposition from the Realtors, and a lengthy exchange over Prop. 13, Prop. 218, and whether the measure created a special deal, before passing 6-1. The committee then heard AB 2230, which would create buffer zones around voting centers and child care facilities to keep immigration enforcement away from those locations. The author said the bill was meant to reduce fear and intimidation for voters and families, while the opposition argued it was unenforceable, lacked evidence of a problem, and would interfere with federal officers doing their jobs. Members supporting the bill cited reported ICE profiling and intimidation in California communities, while others raised jurisdictional and practical concerns. The transcript ends during this debate, with no final vote shown for AB 2230.

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• that in here so that's important to note that in here so that's important to note I<00:03:29.480
• <00:03:30.959> that I also would like to note that I also would like to note that commissioner
• year 2020 to fiscal year 2021.
• <00:17:55.480> that regulations for example mde noted that regulations for example mde noted
• mind internal controls related to fiscal mind internal controls related to fiscal integrity<00:18

Keywords: 1183, house

Summary: The Education Policy Committee met to hear a delayed presentation from the Office of the Legislative Auditor on MDE’s oversight of Feeding Our Future, a report released in June 2024. The chair framed the hearing as an oversight review of how the Minnesota Department of Education handled the nonprofit’s participation in the Child and Adult Care Food Program and the Summer Food Service Program, emphasizing that the hearing was not about criminal charges against agency staff. Legislative Auditor Judy Randall and Director of Special Reviews Katherine Tyson explained that their review focused on state oversight, not the underlying federal fraud case, which involved an alleged $250 million scheme and ongoing criminal proceedings. The auditors concluded that MDE’s oversight was inadequate and created opportunities for fraud. They said MDE failed to act on warning signs before the pandemic, did not effectively use its authority to hold Feeding Our Future accountable, and was ill prepared to respond to problems. Examples included approving applications despite concerns about internal controls and staffing, failing to follow up on earlier review findings, not adequately investigating at least 30 complaints, and in one case referring a complaint back to Feeding Our Future for resolution rather than conducting an independent investigation. They also said MDE deferred serious deficiencies without enough evidence that problems had been fully corrected and approved meal claims despite records showing major inconsistencies. Tyson said MDE had made progress on all eight recommendations in the report, though one recommendation to the legislature had not yet been addressed because the session had not convened since the report’s release. The auditors recommended that the legislature establish clearer statutory criteria or give MDE rulemaking authority for sponsor applications, and that MDE strengthen verification of sponsor information, focus more on high-risk sponsors, improve complaint procedures, and emphasize program integrity if waivers reduce oversight in the future. In response to member questions, the auditors said MDE’s reported progress was partial in some areas and that further review would be needed to fully confirm implementation. No votes or formal committee actions were taken during the hearing.

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• Chair Rck, so I noticed we don't have a fiscal note, but I have some data from...
• Chair Rck, so I noticed we don't have a fiscal note, but I have some data from...
• Chair, I noticed we don't have a fiscal note, but I have some data from 2023, and I'm just wondering
• Chair, as memory serves me, a fiscal note has been requested for this bill.
• It's currently pending in the fiscal note system.

Keywords: 1183, house

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• The important thing to note here is that every community in the state will benefit from this tax policy
• The total fiscal impact of the state would be roughly $375 million on the high end, distributed to each
• Speaker, it's important to note that those communities are now not receiving any of that GRT revenue
• Further, I'll read from this note: "Expanding this tax credit to corporate entities further increases
• This bill has no fiscal impact on state government revenues or expenses.

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• We should note that SIPs are not typically equipped to manage multiple co-occurring needs.
• In fiscal year 2023-24, the department received over 300,000...
• In fiscal year 2324, the department received over 300,000.
• In fiscal year 2023-24, the department received over 323,000 reports and referrals through the abuse
• In fiscal year 2023-24, 1,662 LRT staffings were held involving 714 children, and the average age of

Summary: The committee heard three presentations focused on child welfare workforce development and the needs of children in Florida’s dependency system. First, the Florida Institute for Child Welfare described its Grow Center and related initiatives, including academic curriculum enhancements, simulations, virtual reality training, coaching, on-demand learning, advanced certifications, and the planned Tallahassee learning lab opening in January 2026. Members asked about conflict resolution, domestic violence, addiction, and microcredentials; the presenter said the institute is expanding training in those areas and is working with DCF to align advanced certifications with the department’s career ladder. The Department of Children and Families then presented on the Continue the Mission initiative, which recruits veterans, military spouses, and former law enforcement officers into CPI, API, and case management roles. DCF said it has held more than 240 hiring events and hired 372 such workers since launch, while also improving recruitment and retention through higher starting pay, streamlined hiring, rebranding, wellness supports, and enhanced pre-service training. Senators asked about PTSD concerns, staffing levels, caseloads, hotline vacancies, and salaries; DCF said it had not seen direct PTSD issues from the hiring effort and provided figures including a $50,000 starting salary for CPIs, $37,000 for APIs, and average caseloads of 12 to 15 investigations for CPIs and about 10 for APIs. Finally, DCF discussed the increased acuity of children in the dependency system, explaining that fewer children are entering care overall but those who do often have more complex behavioral, mental health, developmental, or medical needs. The department highlighted a new Behavioral Qualified Residential Treatment Program (BQRTP) designed for youth who need more intensive support than traditional foster or group home settings but do not require inpatient psychiatric treatment; one facility is licensed with 12 of 14 beds filled, and DCF said it is seeking funding for placement for 230 youth total. Members pressed for details on licensure timelines, standards, funding, and the handling of crossover youth and lockouts, and DCF said it uses braided funding and works with DJJ, APD, and lead agencies through local and state review teams. A representative of the Florida Coalition for Children also testified, saying the issue is complex and multi-year, and that the coalition is working on possible legislative and programmatic solutions. The committee took no formal votes and adjourned after the presentations and discussion.

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• <00:14:05.199> the<00:14:05.399> effective claim that refund and note the effective
• On a personal note, my sister is disabled and uses Medicaid.
• pursue Reckless and unsustainable fiscal pursue Reckless and unsustainable fiscal policies<00:41
• Um, there was $23.3 billion of Medicaid federal funds budgeted in fiscal year 2025 in our state.
• <01:06:33.839> year federal funds budgeted in fiscal year federal funds budgeted in fiscal

Keywords: 1183, house

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• Please note, the House is not responsible for any bad internet connection on the testifier's end.
• I'm not really good at this, so I was going to refer to some of my notes.
• I'm not really good at this, so I was going to refer to some of my notes.
• In fiscal year 25, we provided $1.2 million plus in direct contributions, and for fiscal year 26, we'll
• In fiscal year 25, we provided $1.2 million plus in direct contributions, and for fiscal year 26, we'll

Keywords: 910, house, all

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• Representative Maser asked about the fiscal note, noting that fiscal year 2025 shows no allocations and
• fiscal note to the savings listed on the fiscal note to the state<02:31:14.680> that's<02:31:
• on that fiscal note.
• > they<02:45:52.200> talk uh fiscal note because they they talk uh fiscal note because they
• <02:46:00.840> note<02:46:01.279> as correct in reading this fiscal note as correct

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• And so 302 projects were advertised and awarded for construction in this past fiscal year.
• Two hundred and two projects were advertised and awarded for construction in this past fiscal year.
• were advertised and awarded for construction in this past fiscal year.
• You gave a number of $1.7 billion in total projects to be completed in this or next fiscal year.
• I should have mentioned that and had it in my notes.

Summary: The committee met for an information-only hearing with no votes or other action items. DOTD Secretary Glenn LaD and Deputy Secretary Beau Black gave an update on the department’s transformation efforts, focusing on faster project delivery, improved construction administration, and new technology. They said monthly contractor payment approvals have been reduced from roughly 35 days to 15 days or less, change orders from about 40-45 days to around five days, and that DOTD delivered 86% of its advertised projects in the last fiscal year. They also described new tools such as Headlight for field inspections, Smart PM for schedule tracking, Hall Hub for e-ticketing and work-zone mapping, and a pilot using advanced sensors on district vehicles to identify potholes, guardrail damage, and other asset issues. The department also outlined a district reorganization that replaces the area engineer model with dedicated district points of contact for construction, maintenance, and operations, with no increase in total staff. Members raised concerns about local maintenance issues, especially mowing, drainage, culverts, potholes, and communication with district offices. Several members asked for clearer coordination on jurisdictional questions, more frequent meetings with district administrators, and better public updates on long-running projects. LaD said DOTD would schedule follow-up meetings, use the coming customer service portal to track complaints, and improve public communication through project information officers, social media, and other outreach. Questions also covered contractor accountability, utility relocations, road transfer maps on the DOTD website, and whether maintenance work adjacent to capital projects should be handled by district crews or through new IDIQ contracts. The secretary also reviewed the Highway Priority Program process, saying DOTD will work between June and September to review projects not included in the prior program, explain why, and refine a five-year fiscally constrained plan before the fall road show. He said the department is using IDIQ authority to award bridge maintenance and other task-order work, and that this should help address a two-year bridge repair backlog. Members discussed whether current funding levels are enough to reduce the statewide backlog, and DOTD said the current program likely maintains rather than eliminates it absent new revenue. The hearing ended with a project-specific update that a barge struck the Black Bayou Pontoon Bridge that morning, causing significant damage; DOTD said divers and staff would inspect it and determine emergency repairs. After DOTD’s presentation, Archie Chesson of the Office of Louisiana Highway Construction gave a brief update on that office’s first year, describing its use of consultant pools, master service agreements, a public GIS map, and a data tool to prioritize rural road and bridge projects, with several early projects already completed or under construction.

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• In fiscal year 2022-23, the legislature allocated five...
• In fiscal year 2022-23, the legislature allocated $5 million for the Northwest Regional Data Center to
• The other point to note is that FDC has 86 and F. FOR has 12.
• A $200 million increase in general revenue has occurred in just the last five fiscal years.
• A $200 million increase in general revenue has occurred in just the last five fiscal years.

Summary: The subcommittee first heard a panel on state cloud modernization efforts after canceling an LBR on the Department of Corrections’ OBIS project because the presentation materials were not submitted on time. Florida Digital Service, the Northwest Regional Data Center, and several agencies described how the state is assessing and migrating applications to cloud environments under the cloud-first policy. Northwest explained its 2023 cloud readiness assessment of 890 applications from 24 agencies, the criteria used to rate readiness and risk, and its recommendation to tackle lower-risk applications first. Agency updates covered the Department of Corrections’ modernization of 98 legacy applications tied to OBIS and cloud-native infrastructure, the Department of Elder Affairs’ Microsoft Power Platform modernization, the Department of Health’s health management and child protection systems, and FDOT’s large cloud program for transportation systems. Members repeatedly asked about costs, data ownership, disaster recovery, single sign-on, security tools, and whether cloud migration actually saves money; presenters generally said the focus is more on modernization, resilience, and efficiency than immediate savings, and that cost analyses are often application-specific rather than enterprise-wide. The discussion also covered governance and architecture questions. Florida Digital Service said agencies remain responsible for their own databases and cloud tenants, while FLDS provides advice and an enterprise architecture framework; it does not have statutory oversight over most projects, except for OBIS project oversight due to its size. Northwest said it is acting as a cloud broker for some agencies and is consolidating Azure and AWS payer tenants to seek better pricing, but agencies still make system-by-system decisions based on business needs, risk, latency, and total cost of ownership. Members raised concerns about fragmented data structures, the lack of a complete statewide application inventory, and the need for better interoperability and enterprise standards. Several agencies said disaster recovery is built into their cloud plans, and FDOT and Corrections described ongoing efforts to keep systems current through core platforms, training, and ongoing support. In the second half of the meeting, the Department of State presented two new technology requests. Secretary Byrd described the SunBiz corporate registry system as a 34-year-old platform supporting more than 3.5 million business entities and generating over $575 million in annual general revenue. He said the department had already virtualized the legacy hardware after earlier modernization efforts failed and is now seeking $800,000 recurring for password protection and $5 million nonrecurring to continue procurement for a replacement system. The department also presented the Florida Voter Registration System modernization request, noting that the current system is outdated and requires manual workarounds for some statutory changes. The department requested $2.4948 million nonrecurring and $44,000 recurring to procure a modernized FVRS solution, and staff said the feasibility study recommended a hybrid approach. Members asked about the study’s findings and about creating a database for voter eligibility information for returning citizens; the department said that would require data sharing with all 67 clerks of court and other entities such as DOC.

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• year 2627, largely untouched, and fiscal year 2627, largely untouched, and does<00:07:31.520> not
• Uh we also uh note you're interested.
• Uh we also uh note that<00:13:42.399> the<00:13:43.200> removal<00:13:43.600> of
• We implore you to reconsider these allocations and... budget during a time of fiscal budget during a
• time of fiscal uncertainty.<00:20:51.120> Attempting<00:20:51.520> to<00:20:51.679>

Bills: HF2439

Keywords: environmental protection, pollution reduction, waste management, climate change, funding allocations, 1183, house

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• It's not excessive, but we understand that you have fiscal constraints.
• It's not excessive, but we understand that you have fiscal constraints.
• It's not excessive, but we understand that you have fiscal constraints.
• It's not excessive, but we understand that you have fiscal constraints.
• But again, I understand your fiscal it.

Keywords: 912, senate, all

Summary: The Judiciary Committee heard testimony on HB 400, the Judiciary’s biennium budget, and HB 727, a proposal to create a women’s court pilot program. On HB 400, Judiciary officials said the request includes operating funds of about $6.17 million in FY 2026 and $6.25 million in FY 2027, 17 permanent positions and one temporary position, plus $11.9 million for capital improvements. Testifiers from the legal services community, including the Legal Clinic, Legal Aid Society of Hawaii, and the Hawaii State Bar Association, supported the budget and emphasized the need for civil legal services and immigration-related legal help. Judge Kim also highlighted Big Island needs, including courthouse design funding and an additional district court judge. HB 727 drew extensive testimony in support from Judiciary officials, treatment court staff, legal and behavioral health organizations, prosecutors, and individuals with lived experience in drug court. Supporters said women in the justice system often face trauma, abuse, addiction, and mental health challenges that are not adequately addressed in existing programs, and argued that a women’s court could improve rehabilitation and reduce recidivism. Judiciary witnesses explained that the proposed program would be a specialty court within the drug court framework, initially focused on the Kona division of the Third Circuit, with possible future expansion to Hilo. A probation officer and a former drug court participant described the benefits of treatment court and the need for women-specific services, including spiritual counseling options. After testimony, the committee recessed briefly for lack of quorum and later returned to vote. HB 400 was passed with amendments, including added amounts in the committee report for civil legal services and immigration-related legal services, and a revised defective date. HB 727 was also passed with amendments, including changes to the purpose section to make the First Circuit women’s court permanent, create a three-year Third Circuit Kona women’s court pilot, and remove the broader expansion language for the time being. The committee adopted both measures by vote, with Senator Chang excused.

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• I note that some $3.1 billion is directly from the oil and gas industry.
• We'll have a new one coming out very soon that will show fiscal year-end performance.
• To that note, I'm not going to spend too long on any of these now.
• Representative, I think it's in the coming fiscal year.
• Sorry, Madam Chair, I would just note, too, that this slide before that, the note.

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• bill's fiscal note.
• And on the fiscal note, is this an annual expense or a biannual expense of $1 million, or is this a one-time
• note.
• It's got a met fiscal... no, not... Let me back up for Senator Hall.
• note.

Bills: HB136, HB451, SB425, SB466, SB905, SB1986, SB2311, SB2450, SB2805, SB2826, SB2919, SB3001, HB136

Keywords: Medicaid, lactation, healthcare, consultation, reimbursement, maternal health, infant care, commercial sexual exploitation, child sex trafficking, human trafficking, child welfare, foster care, DFPS, Department of Family and Protective Services, juvenile probation, risk assessment, needs assessment, trauma screening, child abuse prevention, exploitation screening

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• We don't have an actual fiscal note at the end of this bill, and so we're just trying to get an idea
• > note<00:09:10.040> at<00:09:10.120> the<00:09:10.280> end<00:09:11.200>
• of have an actual fiscal note at the end of have an actual fiscal note at the end of this<00:
• Surprise you to note that we are uh fully in support of this bill.
• Surprise<00:25:01.200> you<00:25:01.280> to<00:25:01.360> note<00:25:01.560>

Keywords: 916, all

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• I will make one note on that: the Tax Commission does have the authority to annually adjust fees for
• You just don't get a committee note on it. You can proceed on with it to the floor. Okay.
• We changed a few things in it this year to help with the fiscal note.
• We just figured that might help on the fiscal note, and also it doesn't make a lot of sense.
• note on it, but I think what we've done this time will help a little bit.

Keywords: 985, all

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• One grant recipient noted, "Loans were not an option for me.
• Grant recipients noted that there was uncertainty about whether the grant would continue to be available
• Lastly, our overall recommendation is, given the state's fiscal condition, if the legislature funds new
• As also noted in your agenda, we at the Student Aid Commission...
• Other than to note that there are some existing federal loan relief programs, there are concerns with

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• Now, this bill didn't have a fiscal note, right? Correct. Let me pull up the fiscal note.
• Let me pull up the fiscal note. I'll tell you exactly.
• No significant fiscal implication to the state is anticipated. Okay. All right.
• I also want to note that Senate Bill 1832 only applies to fully adjudicated cases.
• And as you saw from the bill on the fiscal note, there's no anticipated fiscal note to the state.

Summary: The Senate opened with an invocation, messages from the House, and several recognitions, including county day delegations from Fayette, LaSalle, Jim Hogg, Austin, and others, as well as a recognition of Rob Keppel for his career with the Texas District and County Attorneys Association. The chamber also adopted several resolutions, including SR 429 designating October 2025 as RET Syndrome Awareness Month and SR 432 honoring Rob Keppel. A doctor-of-the-day introduction and a public announcement about free skin checks were also made. The Senate then took up and passed several bills. SB 1152, creating the offense of continuous manufacture or delivery of a controlled substance, passed after suspension of the rules. SB 1868, regulating kratom and related substances, was amended to prohibit smokeable kratom products and kratom pills and to clarify THC variants such as Delta-8 and Delta-10, then passed. SB 1349, creating offenses for transnational repression and unauthorized enforcement of foreign law, drew debate over a failed amendment that would have added election misinformation and foreign meddling; the bill ultimately passed unanimously. SB 2037, expediting review of LNG environmental permits, passed after amendments clarifying fees and deadlines, with opposition focused on its energy-policy implications. SB 1164, addressing emergency detention and court-ordered inpatient mental health treatment, passed after a drafting-error correction and discussion of the bill’s basis in recommendations from the Texas Judicial Commission on Mental Health. The Senate also advanced SB 2743 on prosecution of certain election offenses, which would allow a court process to disqualify a local prosecutor who repeatedly refuses to prosecute election cases and appoint the Attorney General; it passed to engrossment amid questions about evidence and local discretion. SB 1299, protecting nonprofit members, supporters, volunteers, and donors from disclosure by public agencies, passed unanimously. SB 2349, exempting certain short-term leases and temporary tenancies from floodplain notice requirements, passed unanimously. SB 2788, adding PSAT and pre-ACT scores for Texas Success Initiative exemptions and clarifying dual-credit eligibility, passed unanimously after amendment. SB 843, creating a TEA database of school district bonds, taxes, and bond-related projects and adding charter schools, passed after amendments on funding and scope. Finally, SB 1832, allowing parents to transfer a student who was victimized by a public school employee to another campus, passed to engrossment after extended debate over whether the bill should also cover private schools and how it would interact with school choice and ESA policy. SB 39, revising the admission rule in commercial motor vehicle collision cases, was laid out and debated over its effect on negligent entrustment and related evidence, with the author emphasizing that the bill preserves the bifurcated trial structure and does not alter other admissibility rules.