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• as hell are not a signal group as hell are not a signal group chat<00:47:41.119> information<
• ordering military strikes in a group ordering military strikes in a group chat<00:48:20.720>
• <04:39:16.199> are that's why the following groups are that's why the following groups are
• The same group is for them all.
• <05:49:44.718> is women's locker room the same group is women's locker room the same group

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Wednesday, March 26, 2025, 1012, house, all

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• So the mitigation<00:29:43.840> working<00:29:44.240> group The mitigation working group
• <00:30:59.039> Um with a working group. Um with a working group.
• So, we send out fire trucks and water trucks, I'm sorry, from our highways group and our airports group
• and our airports our highways group and our airports group<00:58:19.040> to<00:58:19.280>
• So we do have a group that coordinates.

Keywords: 910, house, all

Summary: The House Committee on Public Safety held an informational briefing on hazard mitigation planning and recent tsunami and wildfire threats. Chair Dela Buladi opened by framing the meeting around the need for iterative disaster planning and lessons learned from events such as the Lahaina wildfires, the Puna Coast earthquake/tsunami, and recent wildfire activity. The committee heard first from Hawaii County Civil Defense Administrator Tomage Magno, who explained the federal and local hazard mitigation planning process, including the requirement for an active five-year mitigation plan to qualify for federal disaster funds. He described the plan as a living document built from prior plans, public and agency outreach, risk and capability assessments, and ongoing updates, with county departments, state agencies, and subject matter experts participating in the process. Magno outlined several FEMA-related mitigation funding programs, including flood mitigation assistance, post-fire assistance, pre-disaster mitigation, revolving loan funds, and dam safety grants. He emphasized that the Hawaii County plan was recently approved by FEMA, that the county council approves the plan, and that the county reviews it annually with a formal revision process beginning in the fourth year. Members asked about how the plan tracks project status, how priorities and funding changes are handled, and whether federal funding programs might be affected by HR1; Magno said the county is proceeding on the assumption that funding will remain available and noted some sources have been reestablished. He also said the county encourages council participation in meetings and planning. Department of Transportation Director Ed Sniffen then addressed the committee on DOT’s response to a recent tsunami threat, saying the agency had about four hours to prepare before the first wave arrival and was focused on its own operational response rather than the broader statewide planning process. In response to questions, he stated that FHWA funds cannot be used for evacuation routes, which is why prior legislative funding was important. Members also discussed specific mitigation projects such as fire breaks, bridge retrofits, and the Singing Bridge, with DOT noting that work is underway and that a replacement bridge upstream is being planned to carry traffic during repairs. No votes or formal committee actions were taken during the informational briefing.

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• Metrics, quality, lots of um group.
• what's classified as FDA calls a group what's classified as FDA calls a group of<03:46:45.359>
• It's actually a rather large group because there's so many intersections.
• <04:06:40.399> because a it's a rather large group because a it's a rather large group because
• <04:08:22.800> on equally represented in these groups on equally represented in these groups

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• Chairman, members of the committee, Dave Rustebakke, welcome to the group.
• We thank you as well in your group. Thanks.
• We thank you as well in your group. Thanks. Okay, so Mr.
• Sasaki asked that we form a technical advisory group.
• of a working group providing input and guidance as well.

Summary: The committee first received a general fund and revenue update from the Office of Management and Budget. Staff reported that the state started the biennium about $176 million above prior estimates, but year-to-date revenues were now running below legislative forecast, mainly due to lower individual income tax and sales tax collections. The budget stabilization fund was above its cap, the legacy fund continued to grow, and oil revenues were slightly above forecast overall. Members also asked about federal funding uncertainty and mineral leasing variability, and OMB said agencies would be asked to address potential federal reductions case by case during budget preparation. The committee then reviewed compliance reports and trust fund analysis materials, followed by a bill draft for a fixed-route city transportation grant program. Testimony from transit officials in Fargo and Minot supported the proposal, saying state aid would help match federal transit funds and support operations, but members raised questions about the funding source, fare structures, and whether the program should be limited to the current four fixed-route cities or allow future eligible cities. Several members asked for more time to study the formula and possible funding options before moving the bill forward. Next, the committee approved a bill draft repealing obsolete language related to a proposed North Dakota-South Dakota bi-state authority. Staff explained the provision had been unused for about 30 years and that existing law likely already allowed joint powers agreements without the specific language. The committee voted to adopt the repeal bill draft. The Department of Commerce and the Northern Plains UAS Test Site then provided an update on uncrewed aircraft system initiatives, including the Vantis radar data enclave, the drone replacement program, and future revenue models. Officials said North Dakota had received FAA approval to operate the radar data pathfinder, had begun replacing non-compliant drones from restricted foreign sources, and was working on phased procurement and cost-recovery plans. Members asked about deadlines, funding, supply-chain issues, and how the system would be used; staff said the federal restrictions were already in effect and that Vantis was being positioned as infrastructure for future beyond-visual-line-of-sight operations. Finally, the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation presented on the design of a new minimum-security prison and on a reentry housing task force. The new facility is planned for the penitentiary grounds, with a reduced estimated cost of about $263 million, 600 beds initially, possible expansion to 732 beds, and completion projected around 2031 if funded in 2027. The reentry housing task force described a data-driven effort to identify housing needs for people leaving incarceration, with the goal of reducing homelessness and recidivism through targeted housing support and possible subsidies. Members asked about staffing, site selection, housing duration, and whether employment and transportation needs would be included in the assessment.

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• And that was one of the things that came out during the working group committee meetings that we had,
• and several of the working group and several of the working group meetings,<01:04:40.400> but
• <01:05:06.799> of under the statute, which is a group of under the statute, which is a group
• A group of qualified electors submitted a verified complaint to the governor's office alleging, among
• A group of qualified electors submitted a verified complaint to the governor's office alleging, among

Bills: SF0069, SF0070, SF0016, HB0078, HJ0002, HB0085, HB0086

Keywords: wastewater, stormwater, infrastructure, environmental quality, public data, data collection, funding, study, water development, irrigation, public works, agricultural supply, municipal water, grazing lands, subleasing, non-owned livestock, state lands, rental fees, agricultural policy, land management

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• Uh, we have an interesting agenda today with some very innovative groups that I think we're going to
• we have forging the future Kucky's National Leadership and Metals Manufacturing, uh, with the MI2 group
• We hope it can act as an<00:14:11.600> advisory<00:14:12.079> group<00:14:12.399> to
• This group is a really good energy.
• This group is a really good group<00:42:10.240> to<00:42:10.480> funnel<00:42:11.040>

Keywords: Meeting Start 00:00:00 Call to Order and Roll Call 00:00:22 Forging the Future: Kentucky's National Leadership in Metals Manufacturing 00:01:33 Improvements to Kentucky’s Incentive Programs 00:52:05, 958, all

Summary: The committee met for its third interim meeting, approved the prior meeting minutes, and heard a presentation from the Metals Innovation Initiative (MI2) on Kentucky’s metals industry. Speakers described metals manufacturing and recycling as a major economic backbone for the Commonwealth, including steel, aluminum, stainless steel, and copper operations, with broad impacts across production, fabrication, supply chains, and related businesses. They emphasized that the industry supports high-paying jobs, significant capital investment in Kentucky, and is aligned with broader efforts to expand U.S. manufacturing. A central theme was workforce development. MI2 leaders said the industry faces a persistent talent gap and that current education programs do not always produce the skills needed for modern metals jobs. They argued for stronger exposure and awareness, more direct industry involvement, and a dedicated metals career pathway through high schools, area technology centers, career and technical centers, and KCTCS. They also described pilot efforts in Logan, Warren, and Carroll counties that would introduce students to metals careers in middle school, move them into credits and pathways in high school, and connect them to internships, apprenticeships, and postsecondary training. Recycling and supply-chain security were the other major topics. Testimony stressed that recycled inputs are far cheaper than raw ore extraction and that recycling is increasingly important to competitiveness, environmental performance, and keeping materials from leaving the U.S. Speakers also raised concerns about China’s large steel and aluminum capacity and said unfair trade and global market manipulation make it harder for Kentucky producers to compete. Committee members and presenters framed MI2 as a collaborative effort among industry, state government, and academia to strengthen workforce pipelines, recycling, and long-term industry growth. No votes or formal actions were taken beyond approving the minutes.

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• <01:18:00.640> whose uh representing the Lawson Group whose uh representing the Lawson Group
• of self-insured groups which are groups of self-insured groups which are groups of smaller<01:18
• Um they're typically, Group manages.
• The law philosophy for self-insured groups, and especially the Lawson Group, is the least injurious,
• self-insured groups uh we're comfortable self-insured groups uh we're comfortable with<01:26:28.800><

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• S295, an act relating to group membership in the state employees retirement system. referred to 290.
• c><00:12:56.079> act<00:12:56.240> relating<00:12:56.639> to<00:12:56.800> group
• S295, an act relating to group S295, an act relating to group membership<00:12:57.680> in
• 58.000> the<00:12:58.160> state<00:12:58.399> employees S295, an act relating to group
• Listen to the first reading of the bill. >> S295, an act relating to group membership in the state employees

Keywords: 927, senate, all

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• , by Representative Kitzman, directs the Health and Human Services Commission. to establish a work group
• The work group will include a broad and diverse group of stakeholders, including representatives from
• The work group will study accessibility, gaps in care, workforce capacity, interest lists, and funding
• The report is due in December of 2026, and the work group will be disbanded after that.
• HB 2542 is to establish a time limit and focus work on a group that can and will produce concrete recommendations

Bills: HB50

Keywords: constitutional amendment, ballot language, fiscal note, fiscal impact, cost estimate, savings estimate, Legislative Budget Board, LBB, secretary of state, Election Code, Government Code, voter information, ballot proposition, state budget, election administration, Texas, 1185, senate, all

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• This is our solitary confinement bill that makes it effective July 1, 2025, with the working group to
• 00:05:23.520> July<00:05:23.840> 1st, It is effective July 1, 2025, with the working group
• the substantive portions of this bill will be effective July 1, 2026, and there will be a working group
• July 1, 2026 and there will be<00:05:42.320> a<00:05:42.479> working<00:05:42.800> group
• that will be convened be a working group that will be convened on<00:05:44.400> August<00:05:

Keywords: 912, senate, all

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• We veterans are the only group required to bear injury to qualify.
• Unlike other groups, they are not born into this designation. They must work for it.
• So it’s an extremely expensive process to do this, and many of the groups that have tried to do this
• So this group of people represents membership that has real value added, and I hope we can find a way
• So this group of people represents membership that has real value added, and I hope we can find a way

Bills: SB390, SB1197, SB1271

Keywords: veteran-owned businesses, state contracting, historically underutilized business, economic opportunity, small business, economic development, veterans, certification, Texas legislation, unmanned aircraft, spaceport, criminal offense, aviation regulations, airspace safety, military installations, concurrent jurisdiction, governor's approval, state agency, land acquisition, 1185

Summary: The Committee on Veteran Affairs heard several bills related to military installations, veterans, and contracting opportunities. Senator Birdwell presented SB 1197, which would extend existing drone restrictions over military bases and airports to spaceports, with exceptions for authorized users; no public testimony was offered at the first hearing, and the bill was left pending before later being reported favorably. Chairman Hancock presented SB 1271, which would allow Texas to accept concurrent jurisdiction over military installations so state and local authorities could handle certain juvenile offenses and provide more rehabilitative options; a committee substitute was explained, but the bill was left pending after no initial witnesses appeared. The committee also considered SB 390, which would expand the state historically underutilized business definition to include SBA-certified veteran-owned businesses regardless of disability rating. Supporters from the Houston Regional Veterans Chamber of Commerce and other veterans argued the change would improve access to state contracting, strengthen the economy, and better recognize veterans’ contributions. Senator Eckhardt raised concerns that broadening the category to all veterans might not satisfy the disparity-study basis typically used for HUB classifications, and Jim Brennan echoed that concern while suggesting a separate category might be more workable. During the pending-legislation portion, the committee voted on several bills. SB 651 and SB 897 were each substituted and reported favorably to the full Senate, with both also recommended for the local and uncontested calendar. SB 1814 was likewise reported favorably and sent to the local and uncontested calendar. SB 1197 was reported favorably and recommended for the local and uncontested calendar. SB 1271 was left pending after a motion to report the committee substitute favorably, and SB 390 was left pending after testimony concluded. The committee then recessed subject to the call of the chair.

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• a grant was used to expand the large meeting room to address the lack of meeting space for large groups
• a grant was used to expand the large meeting room to address the lack of meeting space for large groups
• a grant was used to expand the large meeting room to address the lack of meeting space for large groups
• 00:04:37.960> large the lack of meeting space for large the lack of meeting space for large groups
• in that Community now both of groups in that Community now both of these<00:04:41.039> projects

Keywords: 1183, house

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• <03:34:30.000> licensing you don't qualify for group licensing you don't qualify for group
• testimony for this regarding group testimony for this regarding group licenses<03:35:39.600>
• for the dogs they just give the group for the dogs they just give the group license<03:40:49.359
• something maybe we could raise the group something maybe we could raise the group dog<03:45:23.239
• where so this will be any any uh group where so this will be any any uh group uh<04:38:44.279>

Keywords: 928, house, all

Summary: The committee held a work session on a bill arising from the Lee case involving animal seizures and humane society involvement. Members and the commissioner discussed concerns about due process, lack of clear notice to animal owners, the need for owners to understand when they are surrendering ownership, and whether humane agents should have additional training or certification. Several members also questioned the role of the NH SPCA and humane societies, the absence of oversight, and whether there was any financial or policy conflict in their involvement. The commissioner said the Department of Agriculture does not have a direct relationship with humane societies, but does coordinate with police on seizures, and noted that problems tend to arise when agencies do not consult the department first. Testimony and discussion focused on possible fixes to the bill, including clearer written notice of rights, requiring a third-party qualified veterinarian or other neutral evaluator, establishing the condition of animals at the time of seizure for later court proceedings, and possibly using teleconferencing with a veterinarian in limited circumstances. Some members suggested the bill may need a broader study committee, while others said it should be amended now rather than delayed. The chair said the bill would be worked on further and sent to the subcommittee for more detailed review. The committee then opened a hearing on HB 250, which would allow local governing bodies to regulate dog muzzling. Representative Jodi Newell testified that the bill was intended to let municipalities respond to dangerous dogs, citing Keene’s attempt to require muzzling after a serious incident but lack of clear authority under current law. Deborah LeBlanc also testified about a dog attack that seriously injured her dog and said a muzzle requirement could have prevented the attack. Committee members asked about the incident, existing dog-control laws, and whether the dog had been leashed; the discussion suggested the bill was meant to clarify local authority over muzzling as a public safety measure.

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• All of the business groups, so are all of the neighborhood groups.
• Every neighborhood group that's weighed in has weighed in in support.
• All of the business groups, so are all of the neighborhood groups.
• Every neighborhood group that's weighed in has weighed in in support.
• I served on the Cemetery and Funeral Bureau's working group for SB 777 last year.

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• which I think is the most direct way, although I do know a lot of teams use messaging, so they have a group
• So they have a group thread on either WhatsApp or instant message.
• of faculty, teachers, or one of the educational equity groups, or a member of the legislature—we will
• of faculty, teachers, or in one of the educational equity groups, or a member of the legislature—we
• over other ethnic groups, even though a lot of the resources, as has been mentioned previously, will

Keywords: 987, senate, all

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• groups, a couple of business groups, and say you're an 18... ...of the same groups that we're going
• to be in this agency, put a couple environmental groups, a couple of business groups, and say, in 18
• Group, formerly the Gasoline Convenience Store Association.
• since come down to two groups.
• ...since come down to two groups, am I right with those numbers?

Keywords: 1146, all

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• Wright County Probation Working Group.
• It states the members of the working group do not receive compensation.
• supervisions working group supervisions working group as<01:15:46.800> we<01:15:46.880>
• > receive<01:15:53.080> comment group do not receive comment group do not receive comment
• It also clarifies that the working group It also clarifies that the working group is<01:15:57.880

Keywords: 918, senate, all

Summary: The Public Safety Policy Conference Committee met on May 8, 2026, with all conferees present. The chair opened with decorum instructions, explained that the meeting was policy-only, and noted that no public testimony had been signed up. Members then introduced themselves, with several noting they were retiring at the end of the session or year. The committee adopted a series of provisions, mostly by unanimous voice vote, including House language on identity theft and financial crimes updates, supervision abatement and restitution considerations for corrections, protective-order enhancements for murder penalties, prediction markets, victim-notification requirements for plea and sentencing hearings, research data privacy, ignition interlock and impaired-driving license changes, DOC licensing and sanctions for juvenile/adult community-based residential facilities, criminal-conviction employment and licensing standards, jail medication procedures, domestic abuse law changes, and a grant-use extension for dual-status/crossover youth funding. Several items were described as technical or clarifying changes, while others updated law to address AI-related identity theft, foreign protective orders, victim privacy, and corrections oversight. The committee also heard discussion on a Senate provision allowing victims of domestic violence to petition for wireless account and phone-number transfers. A witness supported the concept but urged changes to better align the state language with existing federal law; members noted the issue might need another vehicle or further work. For the domestic abuse item, staff explained that an A15 amendment would later adjust the warrantless-arrest window from 28 days to 14 days. On the jail-medication item, a member emphasized the changes were clarifying and not an admission that last year’s law was flawed. All adopted provisions passed by voice vote without opposition.

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• ,<00:13:37.680> not around homeschooling groups, not around homeschooling groups, not independent
• So you say that this group no longer serves its purpose?
• I'm trying to understand what has group.
• They have other groups like every library who's the actual political side of it.
• > like<00:36:19.359> every They have other groups like every They have other groups like every

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• <00:07:38.479> of areas where you might have a group of areas where you might have a group
• So a very small section of the group.
• an update from from your all's group. an update from from your all's group.
• <01:18:39.520> It doesn't go to a specific group. It doesn't go to a specific group.
• So, um we we're working with this group. So, um we we're working with this group.

Keywords: Meeting Start 00:00:00 Call to Order and Roll Call 00:00:15 Department of Insurance Update 00:01:39 Department of Financial Institutions Update 00:37:07 Insurance Industry Update 00:54:50 Credit Union Industry Update 01:10:53, 958, all

Summary: The committee met with a quorum, approved the September 16 minutes, and then received an update from Insurance Commissioner Sharon Clark and staff on the Department of Insurance. Clark reviewed department activity, including growth in premium volume and licensing, consumer complaints and recoveries, and a rise in fraud referrals. She said the department has 66 open fraud cases and described common schemes such as staged auto accidents, inflated repair or cleanup charges, and roofing scams. She also said the department’s investigators often prepare strong cases but face reluctance from local prosecutors, especially in Fayette and Jefferson counties, to pursue them. Clark reported favorable workers’ compensation news, saying rates will decrease 9.7% next year for the 20th straight year. She contrasted that with a difficult property insurance market driven by storms, reinsurance costs, inflation, labor shortages, and litigation, but said Kentucky’s market remains relatively stable, citing the Kentucky Fair Plan’s small number of policies. She then warned of significant 2026 health insurance premium increases on the exchange: 16.1% for Molina, 23% for Anthem, and 37% for WCare, after CareSource withdrew. She said the rates were reviewed by actuaries and found fair, but that the biggest pressure point is the scheduled expiration of enhanced premium tax credits, which she said could leave about 90% of exchange enrollees facing a compounded increase. Members questioned Clark about fraud prosecution, the number of people in commercial versus public coverage, and the impact of expiring subsidies. Clark said the prosecution issue is mainly with Commonwealth attorneys and that rural counties are more cooperative than urban ones. She also said the health market is individually rated and that older enrollees would be hit harder, while the loss of tax credits could push some people out of the marketplace. One member asked about the attorney general’s recent opinion on SB 188, the PBM bill; staff said attorneys were still reviewing it. Clark closed by noting that Kentucky’s fraud and towing/storage legislation has become a model for other states.

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• Drowning impacts African Americans and Native American children more than any other group.
• Meg Madden, Ray, and Mark, I represent the nonpartisan group CAUSE, Californians United for Sex-Based
• Moms for Liberty group and very strong opposition. Lauren Tina D.
• representing many Democrats and gay and lesbian. and women are real, nonpartisan groups representing
• Moms for Liberty Group and very strong opposition. Lauren Tina D.

Summary: The Assembly Education Committee heard a full agenda of bills, first adopting a consent calendar of 11 measures without individual presentations. The committee then took up AB 1412, which would require California schools to implement or adopt a transferred special education student’s IEP within 30 days for out-of-state transfers and to coordinate more quickly on records. The author and military-family witnesses said the bill would reduce delays for highly mobile students, especially military children; a school administrators group opposed it. The bill received initial support from committee members and was moved on call. The committee also reconsidered AB 281, which would require notice to parents when outside consultants provide sex education instruction; the author accepted amendments removing a copy-right provision, but the bill remained on call after a split vote. The committee heard AB 1005, which would create a statewide drowning-prevention education and swim-lesson voucher framework for underserved communities. The author and supporters described drowning as a preventable public health and equity issue, while the bill was clarified as developing a plan rather than immediately launching a voucher program. It was voted out on a 3-0 roll with the measure placed on call. AB 908, as amended, would add compliance monitoring for existing requirements that schools use LGBTQ-inclusive instructional materials and curriculum under the FAIR Act. Supporters said the bill would improve implementation and student safety; opponents raised concerns about privacy, girls’ sports, and school burdens. The committee approved the bill 5-2 and sent it to Appropriations. The committee then heard AB 1401, which would affirm parents’ access to school records, including unofficial records unless exempt by law. The author argued that parents need clearer access to information held by schools and vendors, while school officials and teachers’ union representatives warned the bill was too vague and could sweep in personal notes, journals, and other sensitive material. The bill failed on a 2-3 vote and was placed on call. Finally, AB 727 would require student ID cards to include the Trevor Project hotline for LGBTQ youth; supporters framed it as a suicide-prevention measure, while opponents argued it conflicted with parental rights and religious beliefs. Committee discussion focused on whether 988 already provides similar access and whether the Trevor Project is an appropriate resource to print on IDs; the hearing continued with the bill still under consideration.