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• The radar authorize sheriffs to use based on population and prohibit the speed traps.
• This is simply you giving the counties the authority to run radars if they so choose.
• the use of radar in vote and authorize the use of radar in the<00:04:56.960> county.
• So if that authorization already exists, this should not affect that. >> Thank you, Mr.
• <00:19:45.039> already Um, so if that authorization already Um, so if that authorization already

Keywords: Highways and Transportation - Room 216, 30 January, 2026; 10:00 AM, 925, all

Summary: The committee first took up Senate Bill 2269, the Mississippi Fully Autonomous Vehicle Enabling Act. The bill was described as simply extending the repealer date to July 1, 2029. A motion was made that the title was sufficient and the bill do pass, and it passed without opposition. The committee then considered Senate Bill 2614, which would authorize county sheriffs and deputies to use radar on county roads, subject to county board approval and population-based limits on the number of radar units. Senator Thompson said the measure was intended to reduce Mississippi’s high rate of speed-related highway fatalities, not to create revenue or speed traps. He explained that fines would be directed to the Mississippi Department of Education to support driver’s education programs, and that the bill includes a 1,000-foot buffer from municipal limits and a definition prohibiting speed traps. Members asked about engineering reviews of speed limits, opt-in/opt-out authority for supervisors, quotas, body cameras, and how the bill would affect counties that already use radar. Thompson said the bill does not require roadway reassessments, that county boards must approve radar use, that he would not oppose a quota-related amendment, and that a body-camera requirement would be beyond the bill’s scope and could burden departments that cannot afford it. Several senators spoke in support, citing public safety and sheriff support, while one senator raised concerns about transparency and public trust. The committee then voted that the title was sufficient and the bill do pass, and the motion carried.

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• We're still reviewing it and look forward to working with the author.
• Empowering the Power Authority offers a strategy to yield huge ratepayer savings.
• We're going to continue to work with the author on that.
• It authorizes tribal ownership; you can't sue a tribe in state court.
• So I just want to thank the author.

Summary: The Assembly Committee on Utilities and Energy heard two bills focused on electricity affordability and utility costs. AB 745, by Assembly Member Irwin, would restructure the California Climate Credit by shifting it from lump-sum payments to direct reductions in volumetric electricity rates and moving the credit to the summer months when bills are highest. The author and UC Santa Barbara economist Dr. Kyle Meng argued this could significantly lower summer rates and better help households during extreme heat. Supporters, including UCS, NRDC, and some labor representatives, favored the concept, with some urging that the gas climate credit also be redirected. No opposition testimony was presented, and the bill passed 18-0 to the floor. The committee then considered AB 825, also presented as an affordability package aimed at reducing electric bills by addressing wildfire mitigation costs, transmission financing, permitting delays, and a review of ratepayer-funded programs. The bill would authorize securitization for undergrounding expenses, remove the first $15 billion in undergrounding capital investments from the rate base for return purposes, create a public transmission financing program using Proposition 4 funds and IBank support, revive the California Power Authority as a public sponsor, and establish a task force to review energy efficiency and demand response programs. The author and witness Matt Friedman of The Utility Reform Network said the bill could save ratepayers billions over time through lower-cost public financing and securitization. Testimony on AB 825 was mixed. Support came from several consumer and clean-energy groups, while utilities and labor raised concerns about the bill’s impact on utility financial stability, wildfire fund participation, liability, and whether the $15 billion securitization cap could discourage undergrounding. Some witnesses also objected to the task force’s potential effect on energy efficiency and demand response programs. Committee members discussed the need to balance affordability with utility creditworthiness and wildfire safety, and several asked for more analysis of market impacts and liability issues. Despite those concerns, AB 825 passed the committee 13-0 and was sent to the floor.

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• I just want to compliment the author.
• Would the author have any closing statements?
• And then a question for the author.
• I want to thank the author for this.
• I want to thank the author of the bill for your intent.

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• 702 query authority. 702 query authority. either<07:58:42.958> they<07:58:43.280> they
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• Once this authoration<08:00:34.398> authorization<08:00:35.040> expires,<08:00:35.920><
• c> the authoration authorization expires, the authoration authorization expires, the clock<08:00:

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, 1012, house, all

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• Ordered, that by the authority of Article 4, Section 2 of Chapter 1 of the Constitution, the Senate declares
• By the authority of Article 24 of the Amendments to the Constitution, the Senate directs the President
• It comes before the Senate for its final passage: an act authorizing the town of Wells to increase the
• The Senator from Essex, no— The bill: An act authorizing the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority
• Third reading of the bill: An act authorizing the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority to provide

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The Senate opened with the Pledge of Allegiance and adopted an order declaring the First Middlesex District seat vacant following the death of Edward J. Kennedy, with a precept issued for a special election on March 3, 2026. The chamber also adopted a resolution congratulating the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection on its 50th anniversary and observed a moment of silence in memory of Mary O'Connor Blancher, with remarks honoring her service as an educator and longtime Sturbridge public servant. The Senate then advanced several local and special legislation items, generally by unanimous consent and voice vote. These included bills on residency limits for Wells police and fire personnel, a Boston police age waiver for Antonio Perez, additional liquor licenses for Palmer, cemetery-related and treasurer-payment matters in Norton, increasing the Lanesborough select board, bond-related legislation, and a Quincy telecommunications revenue bonds bill that was amended with a new draft before being engrossed. The chamber also considered Massachusetts Water Resources Authority service bills for parcels in Sharon, adopting emergency preambles and passing them to engrossment, and a bill removing Hull from regional commissions on the status of women. The Rules Committee reported several matters for immediate consideration, including suspensions of rules and Joint Rule 12 for certain Senate petitions. The Senate also adopted a special order governing future consideration of House No. 4615, the fiscal year 2025 supplemental appropriations bill, setting deadlines and procedures for amendments and requiring immediate third reading and engrossment after amendment. The session closed with remarks recognizing Diwali and wishing the clerk a happy birthday, followed by adjournment to meet again on Thursday at 11:00 a.m. in formal session.

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• I will be a yes, and I’m proud to be a co-author.
• I will be a yes, and I’m proud to be a co-author.
• I will be a yes, and I’m proud to be a co-author.
• I will be a yes, and I’m proud to be a co-author.
• I will be a yes, and I’m proud to be a co-author.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• in relation to the authorizing New York State Energy Research and Development Authority to administer
• Next: Bill 1819, sponsored by Senator Connery, an act to amend the Public Authorities Law in relation
• to the annual reporting obligations of the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority.
• and Development Authority.
• Energy Research and Development Authority.

Keywords: 993, senate, all

Summary: The Senate Standing Committee on Energy and Telecommunications, chaired by Senator Cameron Parker, considered a large agenda focused on utility consumer protections, rate transparency, NYSERDA oversight, and energy transition policy. Several bills were discussed in detail, including measures to prohibit residential utility shutoffs during extreme temperature forecasts (Bill 120A), delay shutoffs and late fees while a utility is under certain PSC investigations (Bill 904B), require disclosure of planned rate increases (Bill 4989A), limit certain utility charges after 12 months (Bill 8710), and require utilities to disclose more information with major rate change applications (Bill 9433A). The committee also considered bills on net energy metering credits (Bill 1553), reconnection for low-income customers (Bill 965), sanctions and civil penalties (Bill 8908), and annual NYSERDA reporting obligations (Bill 1819). Members raised recurring concerns about affordability, arrears, and who ultimately bears costs when utilities are prevented from collecting immediately. Senator Walczyk repeatedly questioned whether protections would shift costs to other ratepayers, while sponsors and the chair emphasized that the bills did not erase arrears but created temporary consumer protections. Senator May noted that some proposals could produce significant savings for ratepayers. On Bill 1819, Senator Walczyk supported greater accountability for NYSERDA’s use of ratepayer-funded money. Bill 1668, which would authorize NYSERDA to administer grants for switching residents to electric heat pumps, drew questions about funding; staff said it would be funded off-budget from existing sources and would have no direct state cost, though it could require shifting existing program resources. The committee advanced most bills to third reading after motions and votes, with several measures receiving no votes but still moving forward. Bill 2477 was held for possible amendments. Bill 4989A was referred to the Consumer Protection Committee. Bill 5111, the Just Energy Transition Act, prompted extended discussion about its study timeline and a PSC order to facilitate replacement and redevelopment of at least 4 gigawatts of fossil fuel generation; the bill was advanced to third reading after debate. The meeting concluded with adjournment after the committee completed its agenda.

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• Craig Nakamoto, Executive Director of the Hawaii Community Development Authority.
• <00:01:45.600> I'm<00:01:46.000> really Development Authority.
• I'm really Development Authority.
• <00:05:32.320> And<00:05:32.560> the Development Authority.
• And the Development Authority.

Keywords: 912, senate, all

Summary: The Committee on Water and Land heard GM 735, a nomination for consideration and confirmation to the Hawaii Community Development Authority (HCDA) of Michael Chia for a term ending June 30, 2029. HCDA Executive Director Craig Nakamoto testified in support, saying Chia had served on the board over the past year and brought experience in financial planning, client advising, and a willingness to serve the community. The committee also noted written testimony in support from DBEDT Director James Tokioka, Mike Ozua, and Ianaka LLC. Members discussed Chia’s role as the Kakaako business representative on the HCDA board and noted that his business is located in the Kakaako Community Development District. The chair praised HCDA’s work and said the agency’s responsibilities appear to be expanding beyond Oahu to the neighbor islands, including Maui. Chia thanked the committee and said he looked forward to the next four years. The chair recommended advise and consent on GM 735. There was no discussion against the motion, and the recommendation was adopted by vote, with the chair and vice chair voting aye; Senator Chang voted aye; Senator McKelby and Senator Dort were excused. The committee then concluded its agenda.

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• allows, as the author just noted, consideration of additional evidence in due course.
• Would you like the first roll to be open for co-authors?
• Would you like the first roll to be open for co-authors? Yes, please.
• Members, this is for co-authors. All those who desire to vote, vote. Clerk will close the roll.
• There are 64 co-authors.

Summary: The Assembly convened after a quorum call, heard a prayer and Pledge of Allegiance, and then moved through routine procedural business, including dispensing with the reading of the prior journal, re-referring several bills, and approving committee scheduling requests. There was also a point of order from Assemblymember DeMaio asking about a possible Governor’s message regarding Medi-Cal, but the chair said no formal message had been received at the desk. The main floor debate centered on AB 321 by Assemblymember Schultz, the Better Informed Decisions Act, which would allow courts to consider reducing certain “wobbler” offenses from felonies to misdemeanors later in the criminal process if new evidence emerges. Supporters argued it would improve fairness, transparency, and efficiency by letting judges make better-informed decisions; opponents said it would weaken felony accountability and conflict with voter intent on public safety. The bill passed on a 46-5 vote. The Assembly also adopted ACR 47 by Assemblymember Chen, declaring March 16–22 as National Surveyors Week, with 63 co-authors added and the resolution adopted by voice vote. AB 387 by Assemblymember Alanis, which expands jury duty exemptions to include probation officers, passed 64-0. On the consent calendar, ACR 46, HR 9, HR 22, and SCR 17 were adopted with unanimous votes, and the Assembly adjourned until Monday, March 17 at 1 p.m.

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• We will turn it back to the author to close.
• Are there any questions for the author at this time? Yes, Assembly Member Alvarez.
• Adams-Syre, who's an associate... ...bilingual authorization. And we have Dr.
• This summer, I will be taking additional coursework to earn my bilingual authorization.
• And if you would have me, I would love to be your co-author on this bill.

Summary: The Assembly Education Committee heard a lengthy agenda of education-related bills, with quorum established at the start and several measures taken up on consent or special order. The committee also announced that AB 1644, AB 2362, and later AB 2197 were pulled from the hearing. Members reminded the public of hearing rules and limited testimony to two witnesses each in support and opposition. AB 2651, by Assemblymember Bonta, would require schools to notify parents when school vaccination rates fall below herd-immunity thresholds. Supporters, including physicians, the California State PTA, public health groups, and school employee organizations, argued that families need timely, school-specific information to protect children and vulnerable community members. Opponents raised concerns about privacy, stigma, and whether school-level snapshots could be misleading. The bill passed the committee 5-1 and later 7-1 on the roll call. AB 2509, by Assemblymember Schultz, would allow districts to use a five-year rolling average for ADA funding calculations; supporters said it would stabilize funding amid attendance declines, while one member noted concerns about masking long-term enrollment problems. It passed 5-1 and later 7-2. The committee also approved AB 2430, which would expand after-school access, especially for high school students, improve funding and transparency, and create a work group on program quality. Testimony emphasized the value of expanded learning for youth development and working families, and members discussed the need to address middle school access as well. AB 2526, focused on special education funding, would expand the low-incidence fund to include students qualifying for the California alternate assessment; supporters said it would better align funding with student need, while some concerns remained about over-identification. AB 2325, the Pathways to Bilingual Teaching Act, would create a grant program to build bilingual teacher pipelines through partnerships among schools, community colleges, and universities; it received strong support and passed unanimously. AB 2460, presented by Assemblymember Pellerin for Assemblymember Celeste Rodriguez, would update school mental-health referral protocols to address trauma related to immigration enforcement; it also passed unanimously. AB 2404, which sought to require Central Valley representation on several governor-appointed bodies, drew debate over geographic representation and board composition and ultimately failed on a 2-5 vote.

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• Members, let's give our respectful attention to the authors.
• And let me lead by saying, I have so much respect for the author.
• As a proud joint author, I support this bill.
• Just a quick question for the author. Without objection? Yes.
• Question to the author? Without objection. What's the title of origin?

Keywords: 988, house, all

Summary: The Assembly convened in session, established a quorum, offered a prayer and pledge, and then moved through a very large third-reading file while urging members to be at their desks for their bills. The day featured many support measures on housing, health care, public safety, local government, labor, education, and consumer protection, with repeated reminders that absent authors would have their bills skipped. Several bills were passed temporarily or retained on file, but the chamber spent most of the time taking up individual measures and voting on them. Among the bills discussed were measures on land surveying, nurse midwifery access, historic-district transit zoning, EV charging infrastructure, foreclosure equity protections, tribal inclusion in interstate cannabis commerce, outdoor advertising permitting delays, commercial building permit timelines, DUI penalties, farmworker disadvantaged-community designation, restaurant reservation bots, open-space tax exemptions, pop-up business permits, anti-hate training for officials, sideshows and street takeovers, utility rate transparency, CalWORKs eligibility, dynamic electricity rates, interior designer licensure, compost contamination, modular housing standards, small claims limits for businesses, Native American Day as a paid state holiday, rural maternity care funding, protective orders tied to defendant release, immigrant service provider privacy under Safe at Home, mentally disordered offender evaluations, compounded weight-loss drug regulation, plasma donation center rules, missing persons DNA database updates, AI chatbot safeguards for children, an official state apology to California Native peoples, foster youth housing navigation, CTE teacher credentialing, Medi-Cal protections against federal cuts, CalFresh protections, public hospital physician employment authority, child care, and film tax credit changes for post-production work. Testimony was generally supportive from authors, who framed the bills as cleanup, modernization, consumer protection, or targeted equity measures. A few measures drew notable opposition or debate, especially AB 2624 on Safe at Home privacy protections for immigrant service providers, where opponents argued it could chill journalism and transparency while supporters said it was needed to protect people facing doxing and threats. AB 2208 and AB 2299 were presented as responses to federal HR 1 impacts on Medi-Cal and CalFresh, and AB 2023 on AI chatbots drew emotional support centered on child safety and a reported suicide case. The chamber also heard strong advocacy for Native American recognition bills, rural health access, and housing affordability. Most bills passed with little or no opposition, often unanimously. Recorded votes included AB 1933 (48-0), AB 1696 (49-0), AB 2415 (54-0), AB 1820 (50-0), AB 1957 (53-0), AB 2506 (60-0), AB 2024 (58-0), AB 2418 (61-0), AB 1578 (44-17), AB 1600 (46-9), AB 1661 (44-10), AB 1715 (46-7), AB 1755 (66-0), AB 1787 (43-5), AB 1796 (45-6), AB 1812 (47-1), AB 1815 (57-0), AB 1827 (59-0), AB 1841 (64-0), AB 1868 (61-0), AB 1882 (64-0), AB 1889 (69-0), AB 2624 (49-19), AB 1897 (57-1), AB 1990 (52-0), AB 2009 (65-0), AB 2018 (60-0), AB 2023 (58-8), AB 2115 (65-0), AB 2162 (60-0), AB 2206 (62-0), AB 2208 (42-17), AB 2237 (54-0), AB 2241 (62-0), AB 2246 (56-1), AB 2249 (51-0), AB 2299 (51-1), AB 2311 (65-0), and AB 2314 (68-0). The session ended with the Assembly still working through the file, including the opening of AB 2319 on film tax credits.

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• So, authority.
• Uh what I heard from the authority?
• Commissioner Gandhi. we needed this authority as I testified we needed this authority as I testified
• address and give you the full authority address and give you the full authority to<01:41:34.680>
• c> to state authorities have the authority to state authorities have the authority to enforce<01:

Keywords: 1183, house

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• Authority this change item request is Authority this change item request is Raising<00:27:39.000>
• <01:27:21.920> by fiscal year 27 spending Authority by fiscal year 27 spending Authority by
• is to increase the spending Authority is to increase the spending Authority for<01:30:46.199>
• <01:31:26.719> of increase in annual spending authority of increase in annual spending authority
• <01:31:38.159> by annual spending Authority by annual spending Authority by $150,000<01:31

Keywords: 1183, house

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• If an authority member would like to add an agenda item to the next regular scheduled meeting, please
• Authority, in front of you is the, or in your pocket, is the financial report.
• Of the authority, awesome.
• Authority, do you have any new business? Ma' comment.
• Keep up the good work, authority. Appreciate everything you all do. And that's all I got.

Keywords: 914, all

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• I'm proud to be a co-author along with you.
• And so with that, I would love to be able to be a co-author on this bill as well.
• We're grateful to the author for advancing this important issue.
• I want to thank the author for this bill.
• And that means under 1,000 treatment plans statewide were authorized.

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• <00:06:59.440> exist uh even though those authorities exist uh even though those authorities
• Um, the author A1 will be amended to incorporate to this bill. And so, Mr.
• When I say permit, I mean permit authorization and permit approval.
• When I say permit, I mean permit authorization and permit approval.
• chief author, Senator House. chief author, Senator House.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• Any questions for the author? I see none sir.
• Any questions for the author? Seeing none. Thank you, sir.
• Any questions for the author? Seeing none, thank you, sir. Thank you.
• Any questions for the author? Thank you, Mr.
• Any questions for the author? Seeing none, thank you, sir. I close.

Bills: HB679, HB1764, HB1788, HB2186, HB2204, HB2418, HB2885, HB2983, HB2996, HB3250, HB3352, HB3756, HB3816, HB3913, HB3928, HB4077

Keywords: environment, regulation, land use, public health, community development, alcohol, Sunday sales, local option election, Texas, business hours, alcohol sales, liquor, off-premise consumption, alcoholic beverages, CPA, Certified Public Accountant, licensing, accountancy, state regulation, continuing education

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• , I recognize the author of the amendment, Representative<00:14:25.680> Heinesman.
• , I recognize the author of the amendment, Representative<00:24:18.559> Baker.
• I recognize the author of the bill, the member from right, Representative Rarick.
• Thank you, Madam Speaker, and thank you, Chair Rarick, for authoring this bill.
• of the bill, Representative author of the bill, Representative Mahammud.

Keywords: 1183, house

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• I recognize the author of the bill. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you.
• I recognize the member from Beltrami, the author of the bill.
• That was the choice of the author.
• I recognize the author of the bill, Representative Knudson.
• I recognize the author of the bill, Representative Zeleznikar.

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• Thank you to authors Putnam, Lang, Hoffman, and our chief author, Hauschild, for carrying this bipartisan
• Thank you to authors Putnam, Lang, Hoffman, and our chief author, Hauschild, for carrying this bipartisan
• Thank you to authors Putnam, Lang, Hoffman, and our chief author, Hauschild, for carrying this bipartisan
• Thank you to authors Putnam, Lang, Hoffman, and our chief author, Hauschild, for carrying this bipartisan
• Thank you to authors Putnam, Lang, Hoffman, and our chief author, Hauschild, for carrying this bipartisan

Keywords: 1187, senate, all