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• If it's about programs the left cares about, help us figure out how to pay MINUTES. MR.
• Now make these long-run programs, which are pay-as-you-go math, make them work.
• No, I'm trying to save the programs.
• NOW MAKE THESE LONG RUN PROGRAMS, WHICH ARE PAY-AS-YOU-GO MATH, MAKE THEM WORK.
• NO, I'M TRYING TO SAVE THE PROGRAMS.

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Monday, March 31, 2025, 1012, house, all

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• California's non-public school program plays a critical role in ensuring some of our most vulnerable
• They provide a full special education program.
• Our first concern has... ...around the implementation of the grant program that's presented.
• I want to just clarify for the record that the grant program applies to all schools in the state.
• And so that's why this grant program is so... ...without us even realizing it.

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• built not of had been living in a prison built not of bars,<01:21:56.719> but<01:21:56.960>
• I see it as a problem that we don’t have better intervention programs that follow the sort of protocol
• for those programs available in New Hampshire.
• You know, we've got a good training program here in New Hampshire, and it's not... you when you close
• got uh we've got a good training program got uh we've got a good training program here<02:07:56.159

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• Our lives have become a prison sentence. We must get through this.
• /c><00:22:06.919> have<00:22:07.120> become<00:22:07.360> a<00:22:07.520> prison
• friend our lives have become a prison friend our lives have become a prison sentence<00:22:08.320
• valid rescue diver certificate received from a nationally recognized and accredited certification program

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• And also, as mentioned, because of the Rural Health Transformation Program received by the Health Care
• Because when I went to CNM to talk to them about their EMS program, which is quite impressive, by the
• Our domestic violence programs are at capacity.
• Every single dollar allocated to these programs does not get reverted.
• -based residency program before they can become licensed here.

Keywords: 996, all

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• to inform kupuna about emergency programs.
• to inform kupuna about emergency programs.
• to inform kupuna about emergency programs.
• I think this program natural disasters.
• Uh, Robert Craig, from Abolish Private Prisons, in support.

Keywords: 912, senate, all

Summary: The committees heard and acted on several resolutions related to housing, emergency preparedness, public safety, corrections, transportation, and wildfire mitigation. Measures discussed included HCR 67 on developing a comprehensive strategy for updated building codes; HCR 164 on maintaining publicly accessible hurricane shelter lists; HCR 180 on coordinated homelessness response; HCR 37 on emergency outreach to kupuna; HCR 121 on expanding Kolekole Pass as an emergency exit route; HCR 43 on studying highway patrol and speed cameras; HR 69 on vegetation management and wildfire risk; HCR 133 on supporting a floating dry dock at Pearl Harbor; HCR 153 on reducing the use of private out-of-state prisons; and HTR 23 on the new Oahu Community Correctional Center design and inmate release procedures. Testimony was largely supportive across the agenda. Supporters included state agencies, advocacy groups, and individuals, with some measures drawing comments or suggested amendments. For HCR 69, the Division of Consumer Advocacy, PUC, Hawaiian Electric, Charter Communications, and Life of the Land all supported the measure, though some requested amendments or raised due process concerns. For HCR 121, the Department of Transportation said improvements were planned later in the year to allow emergency access through Kolekole Pass, and public testimony emphasized wildfire, tsunami, and evacuation concerns. For HCR 43, DOT supported the study, and testimony noted possible benefits for enforcement and court efficiency. HCR 37 received strong support from ARP Hawaii, social work students, caregivers, and other community groups focused on kupuna safety. The committees took action on all items. HCR 67, HCR 164, HCR 180, HCR 37, HCR 121, HCR 43, HCR 133, HCR 153, and HTR 23 were all recommended for passage, with some measures passed as is and others with amendments. HCR 69 was amended to add the Department of Land and Natural Resources and the Department of Education, and to incorporate suggested amendments from Charter Communications and Hawaiian Telecom. HCR 121 was passed with technical amendments. Votes were recorded in favor on each measure, with some members excused and one no vote noted on HCR 43. The meetings concluded with adjournment after the final votes.

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• Next, we have our Targeted Appraisal Review Program, or TARP as we like to refer to it.
• The TARP is a triggered program.
• We just concluded our first round of reviews for this program.
• We also have our methods and assistance program.
• Marshal, now comes on county government, because these are now county prisoners.

Keywords: 1184, house, all

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• Society's Pristine Seas program. Society's Pristine Seas program.
• No vote.” programs. Those protections already programs.
• Uh, it renames the program as the agriculture enforcement program and expands the program statewide.
• Thank you. 2049. 2050. the program as the agriculture the program as the agriculture enforcement<01:47
• > enforcement program and expands the enforcement program and expands the program<01:47:37.920> statewide

Keywords: 910, house, all

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• is ... program these properties were purchased program these properties were purchased with<01:23:30.560
• <02:04:23.760> since in a carbon program since in a carbon program since 2013<02:04:26.199
• program for children with disabilities.
• <02:45:31.279> including inclusive soccer programming including inclusive soccer programming
• But wait, there's more. program do I have a program do I have a motion<05:14:03.320> representative

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• Something program is a national program that raises public awareness of indicators of terrorism as well
• again like I had stated she said that it was clear that Ken Paxton had no intention of putting me in prison

Bills: HB170, HB865, HB748, HJR112, HB 1110, HB1495, HB786, HB 1130, HB170

Keywords: civil liability, self-defense, force, deadly force, legal immunity, attorney's fees, criminal justice, firearms, liability, veterans, gun ownership, immunity, firearm hold agreement, sexual abuse, nondisclosure, confidentiality, public policy, Trey's Law, parental rights, child upbringing

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• Sam Bankman-Fried could buy a stablecoin company from prison and regulators would have no... legal grounds
• facilitating sanctions evasion, drug traffickers moving fentanyl into our streets, funding weapons... programs
• payment stablecoin issuers as financial institutions under the Bank Secrecy Act, subjecting them to AML program

Bills: SB875

Keywords: banking regulation, federal agencies, reputational risk, financial services, supervision, FIRM Act, bank supervision, depository institutions, federal banking agencies, FDIC, OCC, Federal Reserve, NCUA, CFPB, credit unions, Operation Choke Point, financial discrimination, safety and soundness, supervisory guidance, examination manual

Summary: This meeting focused on the markup of the Genius Act and the FIRM Act, two significant pieces of legislation addressing stablecoin regulation and the financial industry's regulatory framework. The Chairman noted the importance of providing clarity to the digital asset community and protecting American consumers, while also promoting innovation and competition within the financial sector. Members of both parties expressed varying viewpoints, with some highlighting concerns related to national security and the potential risks associated with stablecoins.

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• know, through personal experience, The state has kind of a similar government-subsidized insurance program
• The audience is not heard; it's just they need to divide or get a 2 o'clock program. Really?
• gastroenterology, dermatology, and ophthalmology, as well as oncology and behavioral health, opioid treatment programs
• The number of opioid treatment programs with private equity investment in the U.S. has jumped. from less
• And I know that's not your prison...

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• Next, we have our targeted appraisal Review Program, or TARP as we like to refer to it.
• The TARP is a triggered program.
• Um, we just concluded our first round of reviews for this program.
• We also have our methods and assistance program.
• The appraisal district did not fail any of the mandatory questions on the Mets and assistance program

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• monitoring program. monitoring program.
• a state-run program. That is not true. a state-run program. That is not true.
• program that has been thoroughly vetted. program that has been thoroughly vetted.
• That's the decal program.
• >> This is not the decal program. >> This is not the decal program.

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• committee to keep in mind that after committee to keep in mind that after this lady was released from prison

Bills: HB2, HB43, HB49, HB94, HB137, HB156, HB200, HB250, HB3, HB42

Keywords: vaccination, parental consent, minors, medical consent, guardian approval, criminal procedure, split sentencing, probation, Class A felony, Class B felony, minimum confinement, out-of-state warrants, law enforcement, extradition, Alabama Code, arrest authority, interstate cooperation, tax exemption, seafood, retail sales

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• And we will pass a law right here now making sure that a 16-year-old who rapes a child goes to prison
• And we will pass a law right here now making sure that a 16-year-old who rapes a child goes to prison
• /c><02:27:55.360> child<02:27:56.280> goes<02:27:56.600> to<02:27:56.680> prison
• <02:27:57.280> and<02:27:57.400> can who rapes a child goes to prison and can who rapes
• a child goes to prison and can be<02:27:57.640> charged<02:27:58.800> with<02:27:59.160

Keywords: 920, all

Summary: The Alabama Senate convened with prayer, the pledge, and a quorum present, then quickly handled routine business including excusing absent senators, adopting the prior journal, and recognizing several guests in the gallery. The chamber also paused to honor Dr. Mark Sullivan, superintendent of Birmingham City Schools, with a Senate resolution commending him as the Alabama Education Association’s 2025-26 outstanding superintendent of the year. Senator Smitherman and Dr. Sullivan both spoke, with Sullivan highlighting Birmingham’s academic gains, reduced failing schools, and lower chronic absenteeism. The Senate then processed a series of House messages and confirmations. It concurred in SB 288 on agriculture authorities and SB 317 on the Alabama Commission on the Evaluation of Services, but non-concurred and sent SB 174 on natural resources and SB 32 on solid waste collection fees to conference. The chamber confirmed numerous appointments, including Rex Jones, William Donahue, Jim Massey, Jason Windham, Alexander Atwater, Charles Dean, Steve McKinnon, Bonnie Temple, Shaniqua Johnson-Enam, Dwayne Jenkins, Troy Skipworth, Gloria Watts, Tracy Doughty, Kevin Ball, Joe D. Briggs, Josh Bryant, Dylan Turk, David R. Pruitt III, and Carol Smitherman, with most confirmations passing on near-unanimous rolls. Committee reports advanced several House bills, including favorable reports on HB 224, 591, 614, 609, 444, 248, 611, 622, 92, and 556, with HB 248 amended. The Senate also adopted a resolution honoring the University of Alabama women’s wheelchair basketball team for winning the 2026 national championship, and another resolution recognizing the seriousness of the national debt and urging Congress to establish regular budget order. A resolution honoring retired Brigadier General Vandiver H. Carter as the 2026 Marion Military Institute Alumnus of the Year and a resolution commending John R. Cooper were also adopted. In local legislation, the Senate passed HB 635 for Choctaw County, HB 639 for Escambia County, SB 10 for Tuscaloosa County, HB 315 for class one municipalities after adopting a committee substitute and a friendly amendment, and HB 404 for class one municipalities. Finally, the Committee on Rules reported and the Senate adopted a special order calendar for the next legislative day, listing a wide range of bills for priority consideration, including measures on solar power facilities, homestead exemptions, education, guardianships, tax increment districts, legal tender, college tuition, crime victims compensation, motor vehicles, entertainment industry issues, campus chaplains, tax abatements, alcoholic beverage producers, data privacy, constables, insurance, municipal audits, income tax, public high schools, taxation, state health planning, and University of Alabama matters.

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• a very limited recommendation, but I think it's an important one. which a 15-year-old could go to prison
• which a 15-year-old could go to prison that's<00:56:22.920> exactly<00:56:23.600> when
• I um participate in a countrywide<01:25:47.440> program<01:25:47.920> for<01:25:48.560>
• um<01:25:48.720> young<01:25:48.960> public countrywide program for um young public
• countrywide program for um young public defenders<01:25:49.800> and<01:25:50.400> I<01

Keywords: Meeting Start: 00:00:00 Roll Call: 00:00:09 State of the Judiciary: 00:02:33 The Corrections - KCTCS Reentry Program: 00:49:44 Update on 2022 RS SB 90: 01:27:49, 958, all

Summary: The Juvenile Justice Oversight Council met with a quorum, approved the October 8, 2025 minutes, and welcomed guests including Marshall County Attorney Jason Darnall. The main topic was juvenile interrogation, with a presentation from Kentucky Youth Advocates by Courtney Downs and Shannon Moody. They said their organization is supporting a 2026 Blueprint priority requiring children to consult with an attorney before waiving Miranda rights, and they emphasized research on adolescent brain development, susceptibility to peer pressure and impulsive decision-making, and the risk of false confessions. They cited National Registry of Exonerations data showing high rates of false confessions among exonerated youth, especially younger children, and described approaches in other states such as Maryland’s Child Interrogation Protection Act, Indiana’s statute allowing certain adults to waive rights in some circumstances, and laws in other states requiring recording of interrogations or limiting deceptive tactics. Members asked about trauma and adverse childhood experiences, whether the proposal would require attorney consultation in every juvenile interview, whether parents could instead be the ones consulted, and how such a rule would affect law enforcement investigations and juvenile accountability. Senator Carroll and others raised concerns about feasibility, delays, and whether juveniles might avoid accountability if attorneys are required before questioning. The presenters responded that they were focused on ensuring children understand their legal rights, that some states use age- or offense-based limits, and that parent consultation is another model used elsewhere, though they said a lawyer is best suited to explain legal rights and process. Members also discussed the role of the Department of Public Advocacy and whether legislative action or court decisions should address the issue. The council did not take final action on the policy, but requested additional materials, including the text of laws from Maryland, Indiana, and North Carolina, for further review.

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• those funds that are raised or contributed, we give to the scholarship, or pardon me, to the welding program
• however, the Army, the DOD, found that this was a problem to the point that they were putting people in prison

Bills: HB2665, HB2904, HB2917

Keywords: manslaughter, suicide encouragement, assisted suicide, online harassment, social media, text messaging, directed communication, minor suicide, youth suicide prevention, criminal liability for speech, online bullying, free speech, homicide, class 2 felony, Cade's Law, Arizona criminal law, sovereignty, border security, health crisis, drug cartels

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• program.
• <00:42:58.960> was the program was facing, the program was the program was facing, the program
• does meet the program requirements. does meet the program requirements.
• we hire for the program.
• For the program, we work with prisons and we also work with youth in the juvenile justice system, and

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• this program...
• When I started in this program, you could talk to folks who were interested in joining this program,
• How long is the training program?”
• We have a special program where folks who are on the autism spectrum are enrolled in the program, and
• So we anticipate that. program.

Summary: The subcommittee heard an overview from the California Conservation Corps on its 50-year history, current operations, and budget proposals. Director J.P. Patton described the CCC’s work in conservation, disaster response, education, and workforce development, noting 26 facilities, about 3,000 Corps members annually, and a funding mix of roughly 55% General Fund and 45% reimbursements. Members praised the program and asked about revenue sources, recruitment, retention, and post-service tracking. The CCC said it has a 5,000-person waitlist, uses first-come, first-served admissions with minimal eligibility requirements, and is working to improve data on outcomes. The committee also discussed the Greenwood Residential Center, where the CCC seeks staffing and operating funds to reopen a rebuilt facility in El Dorado County; the LAO suggested considering fewer new members or a delayed opening to reduce General Fund pressure, but no vote was taken and the item was held open. The committee then considered a CCC wildfire readiness proposal to move hand crews to a seven-day operational schedule. CCC and Cal Fire representatives said the change is needed because wildfire is now year-round and because the current model leaves crews unavailable in many months due to staffing gaps. They said the proposal would improve reliability for Cal Fire, preserve training opportunities for Corps members, and better align the CCC with Cal Fire’s 66-hour workweek. The LAO supported the concept but recommended considering lower-cost alternatives, such as relief staffing or partial reimbursement. Members also discussed the decline in incarcerated fire crews, with Cal Fire explaining that reforms and eligibility changes have reduced the pool of incarcerated people who qualify for camp and fire work. One member raised the use of goats and grazing for fuel reduction, and staff responded that such methods can help with prevention but cannot replace hand crews for suppression. The item was held open. Cal Fire then presented its department overview, emphasizing its expanded workforce, year-round wildfire response, vegetation management, community preparedness, and partnerships with federal, local, tribal, and private entities. Members asked about contract counties such as Orange County, reforestation and seedling capacity, federal reimbursement, and the 66-hour workweek rollout. Cal Fire said it is still below the seedling capacity needed for post-fire reforestation and relies heavily on public-private partnerships. The committee also reviewed a proposal for permanent funding for defensible space inspections. Cal Fire said it needs 31 positions and ongoing General Fund support to replace temporary funding that expires in 2027 and to maintain a goal of 250,000 inspections per year. The LAO said the proposal has merit but suggested alternatives such as a different General Fund/GGRF mix, reinstating an SRA fee, or approving the positions on a one-time basis. Members generally supported the work but raised budget concerns, and the proposal was held open. Finally, Cal Fire began presenting a fixed-wing pilot and mechanics contract increase, explaining that its aviation fleet has grown and become more complex, requiring more pilots and maintainers for year-round operations. The department said labor market pressures have increased contractor costs and that the contract is needed to support continuous aerial firefighting readiness. The transcript cuts off before further discussion or any action on that item.