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• The follow-up on Rivers and Myers' questions: that decibel level, what is a decibel level when the plant
• Revenues are really dictated and determined through negotiations at the city level.
• Now, of course, we need to make sure that that's done properly and handled responsibly.
• Of course, they will pay for what they use, but if they use less, they are still required to pay for
• And as supply and demand changes, of course, we will update this plan going forward, and we do expect

Keywords: 959, house, all

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• And not release violent offenders, of course. Alright, well, thank you.
• During the process of having numerous trial dates set and canceled over the course of 3.5 years after
• All at his convenience, of course.
• They, they do operate with minimal oversight though that their capital interests to having some level
• So our recommendation would be to increase the level of oversight over all prison systems.

Bills: HB153

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• And not release violent offenders, of course. Yes, ma'am. All right. Members, any other questions?
• of the... ...five years of probation, all at his convenience, of course.
• There are reports of documented poor staffing levels, lack of medical care, and unsafe workplaces.
• So our recommendation would be to increase the level of oversight over... prison systems.
• We work at the state level in multiple states to pass public policy that increases public safety.

Bills: HB153, HB1410, HB1461, HB1760, HB1762, HB3261, HB3773, HB153

Keywords: education, funding, student resources, technology access, equal opportunity, veterans treatment court, mental health, criminal justice, rehabilitation, eligibility criteria, veterans, treatment court, military service, legislation, private prisons, inmate confinement, criminal justice reform, Texas Department of Criminal Justice, government contracts, inmate housing

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• First of which you'll see, of course, and the commissioner talked about how important core funding is
• Federal and state law require air Fees to be set at a level that covers the cost of the program, and
• And then, of course, we have a wild citation authority for those instances when we do not receive a timely
• With the increase in discovery of new contaminants, including one for dioxin and, of course, PFAS, the
• One final question: it's my understanding that at the federal level, they have redefined sustainable

Bills: HF1587, HF2293, HF2218, HF1208, HF1482

Keywords: HF1587, Cass County, Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, DNR, condemnation, eminent domain, state land, surplus land, public waters, tribal land transfer, federally recognized Indian Tribe, tribal ownership, land conveyance, no consideration, land appropriation, natural resources, U.S. Highway 2, Section 27 Township 145 North Range 28 West, land return, Tribal sovereignty

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• I called every shelter, every place I could think of across the state, at the municipal level, county
• level, nonprofits, and people I personally know who foster.
• Another component, of course, is education—helping people to understand what is the best way to care
• Mora, and then of course down south as well, right?
• You know, we have no idea what's going to Happen on the federal level.

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• Of course, I've coached in college before too, but I can just tell you that this is deeply needed. ..
• Of course, it goes through contract review, and the contract was reawarded last summer for multiple years
• So all the data input is 100% done at the local school level. So it depends.
• So, somebody has to input all of that data, but it's all done at the local school level.
• All the data input is at the local school level. level. All the data input is at the local level.

Bills: HB315, HB152, HB205, SB184, SB209, HB309, SB280, SB267

Keywords: sales tax, local exemption, Consumer Price Index, tax holiday, clothing tax exemption, school supplies, sales tax exemption, baby supplies, baby formula, maternity clothing, menstrual hygiene products, use tax, exemption, tax conformity, tangible personal property, Alabama Department of Revenue, retail tax, consumer use tax, nonresident, religious publications

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• While these private religious institutions operate without licensure, they should operate under some level
• They're looking at it now, of course. They are doing some of that.
• Others maybe don't do it to the same level, but there is some of that going on beyond what is in their
• I think you have to follow your permit, of course, and that does part of this.
• I would love if you, you know, of course, talk about some of that in your debate and then possibilities

Summary: The committee took up a series of bills and amendments, reporting several measures favorably. Early in the meeting, CS for CS for SB 344 modernizing the Telecommunications Access System Act was approved without opposition. The committee then adopted amendments and passed CS for SB 714 on non-opioid advanced directives, CS for SB 738 updating child care and early learning provider regulation, CS for SB 756 revising health insurance coverage for individuals with developmental disabilities, and CS for CS for SB 1356 creating a Florida Institute for Pediatric Rare Diseases at FSU and a newborn genetic testing pilot. Later, the committee also approved CS for SB 1624 on higher education, CS for SB 1626 on child welfare, SB 178 on an agronomic study for emerging crops, SB 1162 on water access facilities and boat ramp parking, CS for CS for SB 958 creating a type 1 diabetes early detection program, CS for CS for SB 1402 expanding dropout retrieval eligibility, SB 774 requiring electronic transmission of certain court orders, SB 1516 creating an international aerospace innovation fund, and SB 994 revising driver education requirements. Most of these bills were reported favorably by roll call votes after brief explanations and, in several cases, amendments. Several measures drew substantive discussion and public testimony. CS for CS for SB 1624 prompted questions about replacing “minority” with “underrepresented,” the role of the Florida Department of Education’s Commission for Independent Education in overseeing private religious postsecondary institutions, and whether the changes could affect access for students at institutions such as FAMU and FIU. CS for CS for SB 1070 on ECGs for student athletes received extensive emotional testimony from parents and advocates describing children lost to sudden cardiac arrest and urging mandatory screenings; the sponsor said the bill would be cost-neutral for districts by encouraging partnerships with screening groups. SB 994 on driver education was discussed as a vehicle to add distracted driving instruction, and the sponsor agreed to work on that issue. SB 774 was presented as a response to a fatal delay in transmitting an ex parte order, with support from clerks and sheriffs. The most extended debate centered on SB 810 on stormwater management systems. The sponsor said the bill, as amended, would narrow annual inspections to infrastructure identified as vulnerable by MS4 entities, but the Florida League of Cities, Florida Association of Counties, and Florida Stormwater Association warned the proposal could impose major costs and duplicate existing MS4 permit requirements. Committee members questioned the fiscal impact, whether the bill would apply to FDOT or other entities, and whether annual inspections were feasible for large and small jurisdictions alike. Despite those concerns, the sponsor and several members emphasized flood prevention and public safety, and the bill remained under discussion with the sponsor indicating continued willingness to work with stakeholders.

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• Golf course improvements: $8.5 million was dedicated to golf course improvements, including golf course
• <00:20:57.280> $<00:20:57.360> 8.5 Uh golf course improvements. $ 8.5 Uh golf course
• course improvements, including golf course irrigation<00:21:02.000> replacement,<00:21:02.720
• <00:21:47.120> to positioning state park golf courses to positioning state park golf courses
• we were able to be staffed to the level we were able to be staffed to the level it<00:52:32.559>

Keywords: 958, all

Summary: The Budget Review Subcommittee on Economic Development, Tourism, and Energy and Environmental Protection met at 9:00 a.m., approved the June 3 minutes, and heard a presentation from the Department of Parks and the Finance Cabinet on Kentucky State Parks capital projects. Commissioner Mark Keelin and Scott Baker described the scope of the state parks system, the ongoing coordination with DECA/Finance Cabinet, and the status of projects funded through House Joint Resolution 76, House Bill 553, House Joint Resolution 56, and House Bill 6. They said 36 of 44 state parks have received renovations or upgrades, with 66 projects completed and 17 under construction, and outlined work on campgrounds, utilities, wastewater systems, broadband, building systems, safety upgrades, ADA improvements, pools, golf courses, marinas, and lodge accommodations. The presenters highlighted several completed or active projects, including campground upgrades at Carter Caves, Ken Lake, and My Old Kentucky Home; utility and grid-resilience work at parks such as Kentucky Dam Village and Kincaid Lake; wastewater projects at parks including E.P. Tom Sawyer, Carter Caves, Dale Hollow, and Blue Licks Battlefield; and building and hospitality renovations at parks such as Lake Barkley, Baron River, and Cumberland Falls. They also noted completed playground upgrades, lock system replacements, beach refurbishment, and golf course improvements, and said the parks system is managing additional internal projects beyond those discussed. The department emphasized that parks often serve as sheltering locations during disasters and that infrastructure replacement is a high priority. Scott Baker then explained DECA’s role in managing the Commonwealth’s capital construction program, saying it oversees about 1,300 active projects across 28 cabinets and agencies, including 149 parks projects. He described DECA’s team-based approach, with dedicated project managers and field staff assigned to parks, and said monthly status meetings and more frequent check-ins are used to keep projects moving. In response to committee questions, Keelin and Baker said projects are assigned to DECA based mainly on the need for architectural or engineering services, while smaller or less complex work can be handled in-house by parks staff or the P11 construction crew. No votes were taken beyond approving the minutes.

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• And of course, this wouldn't have happened without the leadership of your local assembly member, Dr.
• And so, of course, a lot of us are just higher education.
• Our economic development, what's happening at the state level, I come from supporting and working with
• Of course, you just highlighted why we love the SBDC and the work that they do throughout our state of
• I heard the same things when I decided to put my hat in the ring to run for this state-level office.

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• Of course, this testimony is so important.
• And of course, I know you have a lot of education, training, and experience in lawsuits.
• Just give us a high level of what that looks like within the Catholic Church today. ...has a victim's
• And of course, that's me in the center. I'm also one of the 2,209 Boy Scouts.
• This is, of course, Dan's area of expertise.

Bills: HB128, HB34, HB128, HB621, HB748, HB2259, HB2960, HB3113, HB4749, SB835

Keywords: heat illness prevention, workplace safety, administrative penalties, advisory board, employee protection, HB 128, sister city, sister-city agreement, international exchange, municipal diplomacy, local government, state agency, political subdivision, foreign adversary, China, Russia, Iran, North Korea, Taiwan, major non-NATO ally

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• Of course, most beekeepers are hobbyist beekeepers.
• Of course, most beekeepers are hobbyist beekeepers.
• So finding things that kill mites at low levels but bees at high levels is very difficult to do.
• And of course, I would be...
• It's really hard to estimate its level of damage in Georgia.

Summary: The Committee on Agriculture heard two informational presentations before taking up legislation. Tracy Dean of Conservation Florida described the organization’s work protecting wild and working lands, especially ranch and timber lands within the Florida Wildlife Corridor, and argued that agricultural conservation easements are essential to preserving habitat, water resources, family farms, and the corridor itself. Senators discussed how conservation easements can help family operations remain viable across generations, and Dean emphasized strong demand for the Rural and Family Lands Protection Program and Florida Forever funding. Dr. Jamie Ellis of the University of Florida then gave a detailed presentation on honeybees, their role in pollination and Florida agriculture, and major threats such as Varroa mites, queen quality, nutrition issues, hurricanes, and the yellow-legged hornet; senators asked about colony losses, pollination alternatives, and the economic importance of beekeeping in Florida. The committee then considered SB 210 on animal cremation, sponsored by Senator Harrell. The bill was described as a response to a case involving mishandled pet cremation and would require crematories to provide clear disclosures about services, prohibit false or misleading information, and authorize civil penalties enforced by the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. The bill was reported favorably after a roll call vote. Next, the committee took up SJR 318, a joint resolution by Chair Truenow creating a proposed ad valorem tax exemption for tangible personal property used in agricultural production or agritourism on agricultural land and owned by the landowner or leaseholder. Several industry and agency representatives appeared in support, and the resolution was also reported favorably by unanimous vote. The meeting concluded with no further business and adjournment motioned by Senator Rouson.

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• But, oh no, the level of change is not concerning to me.
• But this way, all the people that are involved in the industry will be at the same level.
• So maybe everybody kind of levels it out.
• Of course, you start with the question, is that enough or is it too much?
• And of course, OSBI.

Bills: SB1302, SB1389, SB1401, SB1776, SB1809, SB1858, SB1985, SB2053, SB2148

Keywords: income tax, tax rates, revenue certification, Oklahoma Tax Commission, state budget, education, tax credit, school choice, private school, tuition assistance, income limits, parental choice, accreditation, insurance, taxation, premium, home office credit, healthcare, teacher tax credit, income tax credit

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• As far as we've given some high-level thoughts on tax policy, the lower your income, the more likely
• Um, high level.
• To the corporate income tax revenue with the overall impact at the federal level.
• At the federal level, we don't pair with state credits.
• There needs to be IRS definitions of this to help at the federal level and at the state levels to fully

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• And at some point, this state is going to have a crash course with reality.
• This was a direct cost shift away from rural schools, sending it to the state level.
• This was a direct cost shift away from rural schools, sending it to the state level.
• This was a direct cost shift away from rural schools, sending it to the state level.
• This was a direct cost shift away from rural schools, sending it to the state level.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• But the first sentence, of course, says it allows employees to opt out.
• They're gaining a short-term, high-level experience that they otherwise would not have access to in the
• requirements to apply for an entry-level 440 insurance license, allowing them to immediately enter.
• For students choosing to continue their education, this course serves as a strong starting point for
• to qualify for the entry-level certification under this.

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• You could be called later, of course, but that would excuse you from that moment in time.
• You could be called later, of course, but that would excuse you from that moment in time.
• So I want you guys to really think about the level of people that are on this, and we’re going to ask
• So the volume is at the county jail level.
• Yes, of course. So, I. Thank you. Yes. Yes. Okay.

Bills: SB1317, SB1655, SB1656, SB1751, SCR1049

Keywords: reentry programs, criminal justice, funding, grants, recidivism, attorney general, jury duty, election worker, Arizona Revised Statutes, temporary appointment, civic duty, family court, professional personnel, parenting time, legal decision-making, evidentiary hearings, child custody, ethical standards, capital punishment, death penalty

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• Of course, many of Florida's rural communities would benefit from having passenger rail stops in their
• Right, and of course, I for Expressway and everything else.
• Of course, thank you. Next up, we have Greg Black from Deploy U.S.
• We've passed policies around hardening homes because of weather patterns and sea level.
• It also, you know, Representative Eskamani mentioned things like sea level, etc.

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• And it's, of course, under discussion with the conference committee and the budget.
• Many school districts, of course.
• We will, of course, as a legislature, and I don't want to get into other bills, Chairman, but we will
• Recent record levels of inflation are increasing many Texans' need for access to safe and affordable
• Are they raising their rate caps to approximately the same level as this bill? Yes, that's correct.

Bills: HB886, HB1514, HB2434, HB2688, HB2802, HB3161, HB3221, HB4029, HB4339, HB4591, HB4774, HB4802, HB4853, HB5627, SB1737

Keywords: retirement, supplemental payment, benefits, Employees Retirement System, eligible annuitants, legislation, annuity, service credit, Employees Retirement System of Texas, employee benefits, pension reform, public retirement systems, municipality pensions, firefighters, police officers, retirement age, DROP program, actuarial studies, pension benefits, municipal retirement

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• We have a course coming up on trauma-informed approaches when dealing with victims, as well as a course
• <00:26:46.640> on victims as well as a course on victims as well as a course on investigating
• And how is it currently funded, and at what level?
• teacher to teach the educational courses teacher to teach the educational courses which<01:36:12.159
• maybe don't rise to the level maybe don't rise to the level of<01:55:40.639> of<01:55:41.159

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• at some fundamental level that it is alarmingly easy to be caught up in these laws.
• Things, of course, have changed a lot. ...in the bar after the tour.
• Things, of course, have changed a lot in those periods of time.
• And then the recruit starts 30 hours of field training over the course of three months.
• It's an eight-hour course.

Bills: SB1048, SB1071, SB1092, SB1314, SB1391, SB1400, SB1401, SB1452

Keywords: juvenile services, Coconino county, rehabilitation, detox center, financial appropriation, Arizona Rangers, statutory repeal, security, state law, regulatory changes, probation, dangerous crimes, children, Arizona Revised Statutes, criminal justice, juvenile offenses, appropriations, salary increase, corrections, public safety