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• The problem is the legislation has worked.
• We are deeply grateful to the legislators who have supported past sickle cell-related legislation.
• This bill is more than legislation. And basic necessities. This bill is more than legislation.
• We found out later she was in the process of being evicted.
• I'm also a legislative liaison providing legislative work for both in Massachusetts and within the U.S

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Summary: The hearing opened with the Senate and House chairs of the Joint Committee on Financial Services explaining that the day’s agenda would focus on health insurance and other insurance matters, with a large number of witnesses and a request for brief testimony. Legislators were taken out of order to accommodate their schedules, and the committee heard testimony on several bills, including coverage for hair prostheses for alopecia (H. 1223/S. 832), medically necessary oral and dental care for head and neck cancer survivors (H. 1258), modernizing fertility and family-building coverage (H. 715/H. 1190 and related bills), coverage for prosthetic devices to support physical activity for people with limb loss (the “So Everybody Can Move” bill), remediation coverage for home heating oil releases (S. 813/H. 1302), and expanded access to physical therapy for Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (H. 1170). A separate bill on sickle cell care and registry development (S. 788) was also discussed by Senator Liz Miranda. Witnesses largely offered personal stories and expert testimony in support of the bills. Advocates for alopecia coverage described the medical and emotional impact of hair loss, the high cost of quality wigs, and the argument that scalp and facial hair prostheses should be treated like other medically necessary prosthetics. Cancer survivors and supporters of H. 1258 said oral and dental care after head and neck cancer treatment is a quality-of-life issue and often not covered despite major out-of-pocket costs. Fertility specialists, LGBTQ+ advocates, and legislators supporting the modern family-building bills said the current infertility definition is outdated and discriminatory, excluding same-sex couples, people needing donors or gestational carriers, and others with medical barriers to conception. For the limb-loss bill, parents and adults with prosthetic needs stressed that activity-specific prostheses are essential for children and adults to run, swim, play sports, and stay healthy, but are often excluded from coverage. The home heating oil testimony focused on the financial devastation caused by residential oil spills and the need to make spill coverage automatic in homeowners policies. Environmental professionals and homeowners described cleanup costs ranging from tens of thousands to hundreds of thousands of dollars, the strict liability homeowners face, and the fact that many policyholders do not know the rider exists. The insurance industry testified in opposition to the mandatory-coverage approach, arguing for clearer distinctions between first- and third-party coverage, risk-mitigation standards, a delayed effective date, and more emphasis on education and notification rather than mandates. Committee members pressed the industry witness on why agents do not routinely tell customers about the rider and suggested that the issue may require broader disclosure by insurers, agents, and fuel dealers. No votes were taken during the hearing; the committee heard testimony and discussed possible compromise language and future action.

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• This legislation ensures the right to a secret or private ballot election on union representation for
• And that's exactly what this legislation does. And I hope that you all remember that.
• So I'm going to Also in this one, this legislative session.
• Just for clarification, as I'm trying to process the details of the bill.
• I think where I can start is talking a little bit about the process.

Summary: The committee first took up SB 1236, which would condition state economic development incentives on employers at subsidized companies using secret-ballot union elections and prohibiting neutrality agreements. The sponsor said the bill is meant to protect workers and taxpayer dollars, and he noted he would amend the Attorney General enforcement language to allow appeals. Supporters argued it protects secret ballots and transparency, while opponents said it is a form of union-busting, could conflict with federal labor law, and would burden contractors and workers. After debate, the committee reported the bill favorably on a roll call vote, with Senators Bracey Davis, Smith, and Errington voting no and the remaining recorded votes in favor. The committee then heard CS/SB 198, which regulates cryptocurrency kiosks to combat fraud, especially against seniors. The bill requires kiosk registration, fraud warnings, blockchain analytics, transaction limits, receipts, and refund protections for certain first-time transactions involving non-U.S. wallets. Supporters from consumer and senior advocacy groups said the bill would help stop widespread scams, while one industry witness praised the bill’s fraud protections but suggested narrowing the daily limits and new-customer period. The committee reported the bill favorably by roll call vote. Next, the committee considered CS/SB 1356 on dog breeding, pet sales, and breeder registration. The sponsor described it as a work in progress aimed at ending inhumane breeding conditions, improving consumer disclosures, and creating breeder standards and penalties; an amendment removed state oversight of local animal shelters. Pet store representatives supported many animal welfare provisions but objected to the three-day financing waiting period, shelter-space requirements, expanded reimbursement, and litigation exposure. Animal welfare supporters backed the bill, and the committee reported it favorably. The committee also heard SB 1722 on app stores and minors’ access to apps. The bill requires age verification, parental consent for minors, notice of app changes, and enforcement by the Department of Legal Affairs. Supporters said it would better protect children online and help enforce existing age-based restrictions, while opponents warned it could require overcollection of personal data, create privacy and constitutional problems, and duplicate tools parents already have. After debate, the committee reported the bill favorably. Finally, the committee took up CS/SB 422, which would bar use of ADS-B aviation data to calculate or collect certain airport fees, with an amendment adding departures to the covered activities. A pilot supported the bill as a safety and privacy measure, while airport advocates opposed it, saying it would undermine airport finances and force less efficient fee collection methods. The transcript ends during testimony on this bill, before final action is shown.

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• We want it off the book, so you've got to go through the legislative process.
• So you've got to go through the legislative process.
• So what this allows is more streamlined processing, and it So what this allows is more streamlined processing
• Recognizing the legal standard under which those processes that should be in place and are good processes
• We are not through the appropriation process.

Keywords: 959, house, all

Summary: The House convened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, approved the House Journal for the previous day by a vote of 123-1, and then recognized a series of special guests, including a physician, several sheriffs, school groups, interns, and other visitors. The chamber then moved into third reading and perfection of bills, with some measures sent to the informal calendar before debate began on House Bill 1758, which would make daylight saving time permanent in Missouri. Supporters argued it would end the twice-yearly clock change and could improve productivity and convenience, while opponents raised concerns about dark winter commutes, safety, and health effects. The bill passed third reading by a vote of 107-31 with two present. The House next took up House Bill 3329, which repeals expired or unused tax credits to clean up the statutes and reduce Department of Revenue reporting work. Members from both parties generally supported the bill as a government-efficiency and accountability measure, though one member questioned whether removing credits from statute could make them harder to revive later. The bill was perfected and printed without opposition. The chamber then considered House Bill 3405, which clarifies that the state and local tax (SALT) pass-through entity provision is a deduction rather than a tax credit, with sponsors saying the change would streamline Department of Revenue processing and improve the accuracy of tax credit reporting. That bill was also perfected and printed after discussion about tax administration and fiscal note implications. Finally, the House debated House Bill 2426, a parental rights bill covering education, medical, privacy, and related decisions for children, and applying a strict-scrutiny standard to government actions affecting those rights. Debate focused heavily on whether the bill merely codified existing protections or expanded parental authority in ways that could affect school records, recordings, evaluations, truancy, medical consent, and district transparency requirements. The House adopted House Amendment 1 by a vote of 98-25 with six present, an amendment addressing IEP procedures and requiring parental consent for certain major changes unless due process requirements are met. Further debate continued on the underlying bill, with supporters emphasizing parental involvement and opponents warning about unintended consequences for schools, child welfare, and existing legal standards.

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• really important in this process. really important in this process.
• And this process exists.
• And this process exists.
• And this process exists.
• process as well already. process as well already.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• >> We do not define that criteria in the legislation.
• I don't have a good answer, and we don't address it in the legislation.
• I think some people have some questions about the process now.
• . new to this legislature and new to the process.
• So it's a cumbersome process, for sure.

Keywords: MS Senate Floor - 1 April, 2026; 10:00 AM, 925, all

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• Hawaii is in the process of eliminating this by January 2026. 2026.
• Also, because it is a legislative process, it'll run through several committees, maybe die in a committee
• But there is a process for input.
• Go forth and legislate and use the process that we have. Madam Chair, thank you.
• And it's interesting that if you read the news on legislative actions and legislative Discussions in

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• . process. process.
• the lang the process language from 369. the lang the process language from 369.
• I know how this legislative process works. It's a beast.
• Uh and the process convicted.
• I don't know the exact process. I don't know the exact process.

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• If the process for purchasing matches the process for returning, that would be sufficient.
• doesn't affect that process whatsoever. doesn't affect that process whatsoever.
• to improve processes. to improve processes.
• what this legislation is trying to fix. what this legislation is trying to fix.
• <04:39:51.200> Will legislate. Um, same deal on the U. Will legislate.

Keywords: 928, house, all

Summary: The hearing focused primarily on House Bill 1087 and House Bill 123, both related to firearms. HB 1087 was introduced as a Second Amendment measure, but after questions from the chair and discussion with law enforcement, the sponsor agreed it should be set aside and referred to a study committee for further review, rather than advanced as written. The New Hampshire Chiefs of Police Association testified in opposition to the bill as written, while also indicating support for the sponsor’s proposed amendment or a study approach. The bulk of the discussion centered on HB 123, which would require the return of firearms after a not guilty verdict or dismissal. The sponsor and several members described the bill’s purpose as speeding up the return of property, but law enforcement and judicial branch witnesses raised concerns about federal law, the need to ensure a person is still legally eligible to possess firearms, and the bill’s 24-hour return requirement. Witnesses from the State Police and judicial branch explained the current process, including background checks through the state police gun line, and said the existing procedure already aims to return firearms promptly while allowing time to verify disqualifying information. Members and witnesses discussed possible amendments, including removing language that would bar background checks and instead tying return of firearms to completion of the check within a set time frame. Judicial branch and State Police witnesses said a process that requires a background check and return within a reasonable period, with notice if there is a delay or denial, would better address safety and legal concerns. The hearing ended without a vote; the committee closed the public hearing and indicated it would continue working on the language before executive session.

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• We do have a couple of minor concerns with the legislation.
• And we're hoping that the utilities already engage in that kind of process.
• We're excluded from the beneficial part of the legislation, right?
• Then the filing is made, and we have a 120-day process until the Commission has to approve.
• That whole process is about $2 billion currently.

Bills: HB106, HB144, HB145, HB252, HB1732, HB2221, HB2467, HB2468, HB2517, HB2518, HB2963, HB3016, HB3689, HB3960, HB4386, HB4490, HB4751, HB5247, HJR175, HB2213, HB106, HB144, HB145, HB252

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

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• So the idea of us matching or something through that process is not, uh, readily possible.
• Again, the way that works by statute is that a legislator may submit a name to NMMI.
• There's a just a one page sheet what a legislator could do, should do.
• Um, through these programs we grow and expose more New Mexicans to this process.
• of our resources in that process itself.

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• They've been working very hard on streamlining and the process of the capital outlay, tribal capital
• I think it has been mentioned by, uh, Representative Johnson, but there has to be a process that has
• to be put in place, so that, uh, the process can be shortened to, uh, maybe 8 weeks and it's ready to
• To see that process and not only that, but uh I'm aware too that there have been changes in the time
• For our freshmen legislators, we do have a rotation, um, that's established with our tribes, nations,

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• process.
• This process is completely separate from the opportunities to seek due process.
• We actually have changed this process in the last couple of years so that we can process that records
• through SOA after exhausting due process.
• due process and notify the camp.

Keywords: 1185, senate, all

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• Another person's lack of due process.
• All of those resources are part of the planning process.
• Again, it's that competitive, least-cost process.
• So that's the process.
• Yeah, so actually, similar in thought process.

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• tool that allows you to process illegal immigrants.
• And I think what was realized during the, the process over the last two legislative sessions is that,
• Out of the sunset legislation, there, there was a requirement.
• It, there's some legislation being drafted.
• Legislative fix potentially.

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• state since we began this process.
• state since we began this process.
• entities that control or process entities that control or process personal<03:05:17.720> data
• between the judicial and legislative between the judicial and legislative branches<04:04:14.880>

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Summary: The House Judiciary Committee met to hear House Bill 520, which would authorize the Department of Education to issue subpoenas in investigations and hearings involving the code of conduct for New Hampshire educators. Representative Lynn, the bill sponsor, said the measure was intended to give the department standard subpoena power during investigations and in later adjudicatory proceedings, with a process for challenging overbroad subpoenas. He argued that agencies with investigative and hearing authority should also have the power to compel witnesses and documents, and said the bill was narrowed from an earlier broader draft to focus on teacher credentialing and address concerns about scope. Members raised several concerns about whether the department already has enough authority, whether the Attorney General could handle subpoenas instead, and whether the bill creates an imbalance by giving subpoena power mainly to the investigating side. Representative Burroughs said she did not feel she had enough information and was uncomfortable with the bill, especially regarding who bears subpoena costs. Representative Biron questioned the trial analogy and whether both sides truly have equal subpoena rights. Lynn responded that the investigative stage is like a grand jury process, where only the investigating body subpoenas witnesses, while the adjudicatory stage allows both sides to seek subpoenas through the hearing officer. Other questions focused on the bill’s scope. Representative Andreos asked what investigative authority the Department of Education already has, and Representative Organ questioned why the bill is limited to educators rather than also covering vendors, charter school boards, or the EFA scholarship organization. Lynn said the limitation to educators was deliberate, because earlier broader versions drew objections for being too expansive. Representative Tur asked whether the Attorney General could already handle such matters, and Lynn said that while the AG might be able to pursue some investigations or court subpoenas, agencies should be able to conduct their own internal investigations. No vote or final action was taken in the portion of the hearing provided.

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• this country as a result of legislation this country as a result of legislation that<00:06:46.919
• <00:13:40.760> is States this Common Sense legislation is States this Common Sense legislation
• The legislation simplifies the data collection process for Federal Disaster Recovery projects to increase
• <04:52:13.120> the to the sponsor of the legislation the to the sponsor of the legislation

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Monday, January 13, 2025, 1012, house, all

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• And that all got included in the Legislative Assembly's 1006 amendment.
• It's at least a four- to six-step process to get to district court.
• I don't know if there's a problem with the district court an on process. It's getting to court.
• So what the amendments simply said is that, and on process. It's getting to court.
• It gives us a specific process.

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Summary: The subcommittee met on Senate Bill 2224 and reviewed the latest Legislative Council draft, version 1006, which incorporated prior changes including the Christensen amendment, the executive session language, and a 30-day deadline for the Attorney General to issue an order. The Attorney General’s office then explained its proposed amendment, which would clarify that hearings could be held under existing administrative hearing procedures, apply the same process to all violations, and preserve the current appeal structure. The office also raised concerns about the bill’s requirement that hearings be video recorded and broadcast live, noting possible technology and budget limitations. Representative Koppelman responded that the purpose of the bill was to ensure a timely, transparent process and avoid long delays before a sanctioned party could get to court, arguing that the Legislative Council draft better addressed due process concerns. Representative Henderson agreed and said the draft version improved transparency and established a clearer timeline. During discussion, a cross-reference in the appeal section was identified as incorrect and was corrected to refer to Section 28-32-49 rather than Chapter 28-27, with clarification that the appeal path should remain tied to the Attorney General’s administrative determination. The committee then amended the motion to include the corrected cross-reference and approved the Legislative Council version 1006 as amended. The vote was unanimous, and the bill was prepared to be taken back to committee the next morning for further action. The meeting then adjourned.

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• We're moving as fast as the legislative process allows us to.
• We won't rush the process, but more importantly, we want to get it right.
• So you have to go through the process. There is due process, and we are listening to everyone.
• , and merger process.
• Conservation Fund during the last legislative session.

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• We want to first thank the sponsors for bringing this legislation forward.
• This is a multi-step process, and the first step... ...work.
• So I hope that helps the committee understand the process.
• I hope that helps the committee understand the process.
• The response was no; they need reciprocity, and the legislation would streamline that process.

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