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• We appreciate your continued dedication to our students, teachers, and communities.
• We have a very dedicated leadership team and teachers.
• We have a very dedicated leadership team and teachers, and their responsibility is that no one graduates
• I just wanted to commend all of you for your dedication and really for listening to your communities
• Precious staff hours are dedicated to complaint responses, often with no real benefit to students.

Keywords: 1184, house, all

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• A little bit about myself: I'm a dedicated advocate for sustainable fisheries and a prominent voice in
• <00:30:27.800> uh dedicated uh dedicated uh uh uh uh advocate<00:30:29.640> for<00:30:29.760
• I believe I’m qualified, and I have the time, skills, energy, desire, and dedication to serve as
• A portion of it was also dedicated to the Department of Transportation.
• Um, a portion of it was also dedicated Um, a portion of it was also dedicated to<01:52:47.880>

Keywords: 912, senate, all

Summary: The committee took up several gubernatorial nominations, beginning with GM 640 for Juanita Rio Colón to the Commission on Water Resource Management. Public testimony and the nominee’s remarks strongly emphasized her water-system management background, Native Hawaiian stewardship values, and representation for Molokai. Committee members praised her qualifications and neighbor-island perspective, and also discussed broader concerns about reforming the Water Commission, including a separate bill to create a more independent authority and reduce politics in water decisions. Colón said she supported the restructuring effort and would serve with integrity and attention to constitutional water rights and climate resilience. The committee then heard GM 639 for Moses Haia III to the same commission. DLNR and OHA testified, and Haia described his long legal career, prior work on the Waihole contested case, and experience with Native Hawaiian rights and water law. Members asked about his ability to serve impartially given his advocacy background; Haia acknowledged that some may perceive a conflict from his prior work but said he did not believe it was a reasonable conflict and would follow the law and balance competing interests. The discussion again returned to the proposed Water Commission restructuring, which Haia said he supported as a way to provide independence and balance. Next, the committee considered GM 649 for Gilbert Coloma to the Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission. DLNR and other testifiers explained that this was a new interstate commission created under the 2024 act, with Hawaii joining six U.S. states to address fisheries issues across state boundaries. Coloma, a commercial fisher from Hilo, said he brought more than 40 years of industry, cultural, and traditional experience and would represent Hawaii’s fishing communities. Members asked about the commission’s structure, meeting rotation, and funding, and were told the state covers dues through special funds. The committee also briefly took up GM 692 for Riley Smith’s reappointment to the Board of Land and Natural Resources. The Hawaii Cattlemen’s Council supported him, while Sierra Club Hui raised concerns about prior decisions affecting Native Hawaiian rights and public trust resources. Smith said he supported more residential uses in East Kapolei if the necessary planning and environmental review changes were made, and he began responding to questions about prior BLNR litigation before the transcript cut off.

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• It's been a little crazy, but your dedication is essential in keeping our state running and preserving
• It's been a little crazy, but your dedication is essential in keeping our state running and preserving
• But as I close out my chapter here, I simply cannot thank you guys enough for your time and dedication
• But as I close out my chapter here, I simply cannot thank you guys enough for your time and dedication
• So, I also want to give a big thank you to all of you for your dedication, love, and commitment to our

Keywords: 916, all

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• With vision and purpose and a prayer in our hearts, let us dedicate ourselves to their memory.
• With vision and purpose and a prayer in our hearts, let us dedicate ourselves to their memory.
• With vision and purpose and a prayer in our hearts, let us dedicate ourselves to their memory.
• With vision and purpose and a prayer in our hearts, let us dedicate ourselves to their memory.
• With vision and purpose and a prayer in our hearts, let us dedicate ourselves to their memory.

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• We're dedicated to collaborating with the state of Minnesota, health systems, and communities across
• the state, and that dedication is to ensure everyone has access to top-quality health care.
• <01:20:24.400> to Partnerships we're dedicated to Partnerships we're dedicated to collaborating
• <01:20:32.520> is across the state and that dedication is across the state and that dedication
• This is what we have dedicated our professional lives to: health care and, moreover, to excellence in

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• But we have the solutions, and we appreciate all of your dedication. order to uh uh turn the tide on
• We appreciate all of your dedication and time and leaning into this as well.
• So resources like this and having ongoing dedicated funding for these pools are critical to helping us
• Paul dedicated to expanding cooperative ownership and economic opportunity.
• Paul dedicated to expanding cooperative ownership and economic opportunity.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• do<01:08:47.359> this No, but at least how many employees are they going to actually dedicate
• At this current time, Hawaii Ant Lab, I think, has one and a half employees dedicated to Oahu.
• This is the funding dedicated to try and eradicate something, and once they decide they just didn't want
• <02:10:13.159> to<02:10:13.320> try is this is the funding dedicated to try is this
• is the funding dedicated to try and<02:10:13.679> eradicate<02:10:14.239> something<02

Keywords: 910, house, all

Summary: The joint House and Senate agriculture committees met on January 17, 2025, for an informational briefing on biosecurity and invasive species; Chair Kahaloa opened by noting there would be no public testimony. Members introduced themselves, and the Hawaiʻi Invasive Species Council (HISC) program manager Chelsea Arnot outlined the purpose of the briefing and the statewide impacts of invasive species, citing examples such as coconut rhinoceros beetle, little fire ant, coquí frogs, albizia, and mosquito-borne disease. She emphasized that biosecurity requires coordinated action across state departments, counties, federal agencies, universities, and communities, and highlighted HISC’s role in funding interagency projects, island invasive species committees, research, outreach, and early detection efforts. Arnot and HISC representatives described major funding and program needs, including a requested $4.25 million increase to HISC to raise its baseline budget to $10 million, support island committee operations, research, biocontrol, marine biosecurity, surveillance, and staffing. They also requested $500,000 for the Hawaiʻi Ant Lab, saying it is critical to invasive ant research and little fire ant response. The briefing also noted HISC’s leverage of federal dollars, including a $4.6 million REPI award with HISC providing the match, and cited successful collaborative eradications and responses, including veiled chameleons on Maui, axis deer on Hawaiʻi Island, and a 2023 coconut rhinoceros beetle response on Maui that prevented further spread. Hawaiʻi Department of Agriculture officials then discussed implementation of updated administrative rules effective January 20, 2025, which permanently restrict movement of coconut rhinoceros beetle host material and give the department stronger authority to stop movement of infested material. They reported 2024 import activity of about 50,000 ship and aircraft arrivals, inspection/clearance of 20 million pieces, and 16,000 interceptions, with additional staffing from Act 231 expected to increase interceptions. They also described Act 231 funding and current spending status: about 65% obligated and 52% encumbered, with some funds tied to contracts for CRB and little fire ant response, plus an $800,000 green-waste hauling RFP that had to be reissued because of a flaw. The department said 580 Oʻahu homes and 290 Hawaiʻi Island homes are slated for little fire ant treatment, while Maui and Kauaʻi will focus on survey and outreach. Members questioned how homes are selected for subsidized treatment, whether HISC and the island invasive species committees received Act 231 support, and whether the state should direct how contracted funds are prioritized. Representative Martin raised concerns that the RFP limited eligibility to private pest control companies and excluded more experienced entities such as the Hawaiʻi Ant Lab. Department officials said they would follow up on prioritization and funding details, and noted that emergency proclamations and procurement flexibility could help with rapid response and hiring during invasive species emergencies.

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• No, but at least how many employees are they going to actually dedicate to this?
• they are they going to actually dedicate they are they going to actually dedicate to<00:59:57.240
• At this current time, Hawaiʻi Ant Lab, I think, has one and a half employees dedicated to Oʻahu.
• <02:01:18.440> to<02:01:18.599> try is this is the funding dedicated to try is this
• is the funding dedicated to try and<02:01:18.960> eradicate<02:01:19.520> something<02

Keywords: 912, senate, all

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• I've spent the last 6 years working at a national law firm dedicated to enforcing insurance coverage
• 00:20:51.720> national<00:20:52.120> law<00:20:52.320> firm<00:20:52.720> dedicated
• working at a national law firm dedicated working at a national law firm dedicated to<00:20:53.400
• And so, there are educators dedicated in the summer to learn more.
• And that's all around educators dedicated in the summer to educators dedicated in the summer to learn

Keywords: 958, all

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• limit the percentage of utility revenues available for transfer, and ensure ratepayer funds are dedicated
• you talk about transfers, I want to make sure we're separate and apart from that which is already dedicated
• So you’re absolutely right, and in the interest of time I won’t go into—we have specific projects dedicated
• A office or a person dedicated to desalination, either at the Water Development Board or a GLO or in
• A office or a person dedicated to desalination, either at the Water Development Board or a GLO or in

Keywords: 1185, senate, all

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• advocating is to try and get the big firms to commit a certain amount of hours from their associates dedicated
• would donate or give those hours in handling access to justice cases because then you can try and dedicate
• would donate or give those hours in handling access to justice cases because then you can try and dedicate
• <01:10:17.520> can<01:10:17.680> try<01:10:17.920> and<01:10:18.120> dedicate
• <01:10:18.720> an then you can try and dedicate an then you can try and dedicate an attorney

Keywords: 912, senate, all

Summary: The Judiciary Committee first took up decision-making on two judicial nominations heard the previous day. Governor’s Message 796, naming Annalisa En Bernard Lee as Circuit Court Judge for the Second Circuit (Maui County), and Governor’s Message 797, naming Michael K. Soong as Circuit Court Judge for the Fifth Circuit (Kauai), were both recommended for consent and adopted by unanimous roll-call votes. The committee then heard testimony on Governor’s Message 801, the nomination of Vladimir P. Devens as Chief Justice of the Hawaii State Supreme Court. Support came from the Governor’s office, Honolulu Prosecutor Steve Alm, Honolulu Managing Director Michael Formby, the Hawaii Association for Justice, United Public Workers, HGEA/AFL-CIO, the Hawaii Filipino Lawyers Association, labor and trade unions, retired Chief Justice Mark Recktenwald, retired judges, bar and court officials, and many other individuals and organizations. Supporters emphasized Devens’ legal experience, work ethic, labor-law background, community ties, mentorship, and ability to manage the judiciary and address the appellate backlog. A few speakers opposed the nomination, including Chuck Freedman, who raised concerns about union influence and potential conflicts, and others who submitted opposition testimony. Devens also testified, describing his Honolulu upbringing, education at UC Berkeley, six years with the police department, and more than 30 years in private practice before joining the Supreme Court. He said the chief justice role is primarily an administrative one, highlighted his experience with bar and judicial administration committees, and identified reducing the appellate backlog as a major priority. No vote was taken on GM 801 during this portion of the hearing.

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• Dupri wants it dedicated to improving events in downtown Concord.
• He would like it dedicated to improving events in downtown Concord. it's forbidden under um current law
• would like<01:44:27.840> it<01:44:28.080> to<01:44:28.239> be<01:44:28.480> dedicated
• > to<01:44:29.119> the<01:44:29.360> use<01:44:29.520> of like it to be dedicated
• to the use of like it to be dedicated to the use of improving<01:44:30.960> um<01:44:31.520><

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• It has taken a lot of dedication, sacrifice, and hard work to maintain focus on sustainability and regenerative
• It has taken a lot of dedication, sacrifice, and hard work to maintain focus on sustainability and regenerative
• It has taken a lot of dedication, sacrifice, and hard work to maintain focus on sustainability and regenerative
• It has taken a lot of dedication, sacrifice, and hard work to maintain focus on sustainability and regenerative
• It has taken a lot of dedication, sacrifice, and hard work to maintain focus on sustainability and regenerative

Bills: HB1984, HB1593, HB2423, HB1691, HB2283, HB2386, HB1824, HB1697, HB2164, HB2165

Keywords: renewable energy, solar energy, self-certification, building permits, environmental regulations, HB1593, affordable housing, pet-inclusive housing, pet friendly housing, rental housing, affordable rental housing, HHFDC, Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation, tenant pets, companion animals, dogs, cats, landlord-tenant law, security deposit, pet deposit

Summary: The committee heard testimony on HB 1984 HD2, which would require government entities issuing building permits to create a self-certification process for certain behind-the-meter rooftop solar and energy storage systems, allowing approved applicants to proceed without waiting for standard permit review. The Public Utilities Commission and DLNR offered comments, and the Hawaii Solar Energy Association, Holoholo Energy, Photon Works Engineering, Malama Solar, RevoluSun, and others testified in strong support. Supporters said the bill would reduce permitting delays, lower costs, and help meet Hawaii’s renewable energy goals while still relying on licensed engineers, electricians, and county inspections for safety. Committee members asked about risk, existing county pilot programs, and whether self-certification had been used before; witnesses said the professional liability remains with licensed signers and that current automated review systems often flag minor issues that slow projects. The committee also noted 16 additional written testimonies in support. The committee then took up HB 1593 HD1, which would require HHFDC-financed affordable rental housing projects to allow residents to own or keep common household pets. The Hawaiian Humane Society testified that the bill is a top priority because housing restrictions are a major reason pets are surrendered and because many unhoused residents with pets avoid housing that does not allow animals. In response to questions, the Humane Society said concerns about pet-related damage are overstated, suggested pet behavior screening as a safeguard, and said it would be willing to work on broader private-market pet-friendly housing policies. Members raised concerns about whether allowing pets in public housing could create problems for residents who later transition to the private market, and the witness said California has a similar law and no major negative effects had been identified. Finally, the committee heard HB 2423 HD2, which would require that by January 1, 2028, diesel fuel sold in Hawaii for on-highway vehicles contain at least 5% biodiesel by volume. The Hawaii State Energy Office offered comments, and Hawaii Transportation Association and Pacific Biodiesel Technologies testified in support. Pacific Biodiesel argued the mandate would improve energy security, stabilize fuel prices amid global supply disruptions, and support local clean-fuel production. In response to questions, the company said its nameplate capacity is 5.5 million gallons per year and it has produced over 6 million gallons annually, but much of its output is tied up in standby generator contracts that can fluctuate. Witnesses said the mandate would provide a stable market signal and could support future investment in expanded local biodiesel production, including agricultural feedstock development and a possible second refinery. No votes or final actions were taken during the portion of the meeting provided.

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• Child care operates on razor-thin margins, and so do those of us who dedicate our lives to this work.
• And so that speaks to the need for dedicated ongoing revenue.
• And so that speaks to the need for dedicated ongoing revenue.
• And so that speaks to the need for dedicated ongoing revenue.
• And so that speaks to the need for dedicated ongoing revenue.

Bills: HF3403, HF3410, HF3424

Keywords: HF3403, emergency rental assistance, rental aid, homelessness prevention, housing crisis, imminent risk of homelessness, eviction prevention, county aid, Tribal governments, local government aids, general fund appropriation, Minnesota revenue commissioner, poverty level, low-income housing, housing stability, family homeless prevention and assistance, emergency housing assistance, eviction, rent, redemption

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• . >> Um, because that revenue would be constitutionally dedicated.
• it's important because of our constitution. >> Um, because that revenue would be constitutionally dedicated
• it's important because of our constitution. >> Um, because that revenue would be constitutionally dedicated
• <00:47:48.319> So,<00:47:48.640> I<00:47:48.880> just constitutionally dedicated
• So, I just constitutionally dedicated.

Keywords: 919, house, all

Summary: The working group approved the prior meeting minutes with one correction to reflect Laura Ziggler’s attendance. Staff then outlined the report due February 13, 2026, which must summarize the group’s activities and include findings and recommendations adopted by the group; the report will go to the governor and legislative transportation leaders. The chair emphasized that the group’s charge is broad and includes analyzing electricity used as vehicle fuel infrastructure opportunities and barriers, developing policy and funding recommendations for sustainable transportation funding, and reviewing other states’ laws and policies. Discussion focused heavily on how to replace declining gas tax revenue as more vehicles become electric. The chair framed the issue as a fairness and implementation challenge, noting that EVs are a growing share of the fleet and that the group should consider both policy and funding, not just one or the other. Members and guests raised several ideas already submitted, including a road user charge, changes to the EV charging tax, ending or modifying the EV surcharge, broadening the tax to publicly owned charging stations, reducing the charging level threshold to level 2, ending sales tax on electricity, addressing off-road use, and expanding the definition of auto parts to include charging equipment. Representative Elkins argued that charging based on electricity used at home is impractical for most vehicles, that public charging is already much more expensive than home charging, and that the current sales tax plus surcharge amounts to double taxation for public-charging users. He said a mileage-based user charge modeled on Utah’s approach is workable, could be phased in, and could preserve privacy by allowing a voluntary or alternative method for home charging estimates. Senator Howe responded that home electricity use can be estimated similarly to mileage deductions on taxes and said the state should tax all electricity used as fuel, regardless of charger level, if it can be identified. Other speakers echoed that all road users should pay a fair share and that the main challenge is implementation. Tony Kis of Quick Trip asked that a late letter be included in the record and urged clarification of the sales, use, excise tax, and collection rules to avoid double taxation and reduce administrative burden, noting the current monthly collection date and suggesting the group should streamline collection methods. No final policy decisions or votes were taken beyond approval of the minutes.

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• <00:13:40.399> A<00:13:40.639> dedicated<00:13:41.200> care community alignment
• A dedicated care community alignment.
• A dedicated care manager<00:13:42.240> working<00:13:42.560> with<00:13:42.800> an
• of states in the country that has an annual or, in our case, a biennial budget expenditure that dedicates
• more money to nursing facility dedicates more money to nursing facility care<01:07:50.960> than

Keywords: 928, house, all

Summary: The Committee to Study Long-Term Managed Care met to approve prior minutes and outline its schedule, with meetings set for September 24 and September 29 ahead of an October 1 report deadline. The chair said the committee would use the first two meetings to digest testimony, likely ask follow-up questions of DHS, and then work toward conclusions and a report format. The minutes from the previous meeting were approved unanimously. The main testimony came from Sharon Alexander of Amera Health, who argued in favor of moving from fee-for-service Medicaid long-term services and supports to a managed LTSS model. She described managed LTSS as a capitated, quality-driven system used in about 26 states, and said it can improve care coordination, accountability, access to home- and community-based services, and budget predictability. She cited Amera Health’s experience in Pennsylvania and Delaware, including care coordination, housing and transportation support, caregiver programs, and quality benchmarks tied to state oversight. She also said nursing facilities would remain an important option for people who need that level of care. Committee members asked about how the programs are administered, how rates are set, how care managers work, and how quality is measured. Alexander said states contract with managed care organizations at actuarially sound capitated rates, with annual contracts, reporting, and oversight. She explained that care managers typically conduct quarterly assessments and follow up after trigger events such as hospitalization, and that housing coordinators may assist with transitions to the community. On quality, she said states use CMS-related and HCBS benchmark measures covering service timeliness, care planning, transitions, and other outcomes, and that New Hampshire could build on existing metrics rather than starting from scratch. She also noted that rural areas face workforce and transportation challenges, which managed care plans try to address through technology and self-direction options.

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• organizations that collectively provide health care coverage to over 28 million Californians and are dedicated
• I have dedicated my entire life to protecting communities.
• Martin, on behalf of the Holistic Alternative Recovery Trust, or HART, which is an organization dedicated
• We're an independent nonprofit public policy institute dedicated to breaking the cycle of incarceration
• We are the oldest national organization dedicated solely to improving the health and wellness of this

Summary: The Assembly Health Committee met on April 22 and took up a special order of bills focused largely on prior authorization and utilization management in health care. The chair framed the discussion as part of a broader legislative effort to reduce delays and barriers to care, especially in behavioral health, chronic disease management, cancer treatment, and rehabilitation services. AB 384 by Assembly Member Connolly would prohibit prior authorization for inpatient mental health or substance use emergency admissions and related physician care; supporters said it would prevent dangerous delays in crisis care, while insurers and health plans warned about fraud, abuse, and ambiguity around residential treatment facilities. The bill was moved on a due pass as amended motion and passed the committee on a party-line style vote, with Republicans largely absent or not voting. The committee then heard AB 510 by Assembly Member Addis, which would require health plans, upon request, to provide a peer reviewer of the same or similar specialty when a treating provider appeals a prior authorization denial or modification. Supporters argued that specialty-matched review would make appeals fairer and more clinically informed; opponents said the requirement was too rigid and that timelines and electronic submission rules needed changes. After discussion about the need for timely, specialty-specific review, the bill was approved on a due pass as amended motion and placed on call. AB 539 by Assembly Member Schiavo would extend prior authorization approvals to one year or the duration of the physician’s prescribed treatment for chronic conditions; supporters cited repeated denials and treatment interruptions, while opponents raised concerns about overbreadth, fraud, and the need for shorter validity periods. The bill was also passed as amended and placed on call. The committee next considered AB 669 by Assembly Member Haney, which would bar concurrent and retrospective review for the first 28 days of medically necessary substance use disorder treatment and limit prior authorization for related outpatient medications. The bill was presented with a powerful personal story from Ryan Matlock’s mother about her son’s death after an insurer cut off treatment early; supporters said the measure would keep patients in care long enough to stabilize, while opponents argued it would reduce oversight and could allow lower-quality or non-evidence-based care. The bill was moved on a due pass as amended motion and placed on call. Finally, AB 512 by Assembly Member Harabedian would shorten prior authorization response times to 24 hours for urgent requests and 48 hours for non-urgent requests; supporters said delays can worsen outcomes, while opponents warned the timelines were unrealistic and could increase administrative burdens and safety issues. The bill was approved as amended and placed on call. AB 574 by Assembly Member Mark Gonzalez was then heard; it would allow up to 12 medically necessary physical therapy sessions for a new episode of care without prior authorization, with supporters emphasizing stroke and neurological recovery and opponents warning of reduced oversight and unnecessary care. The transcript ends during testimony on AB 574, before final action is shown.

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• .<00:43:49.440> That's<00:43:49.680> how<00:43:49.920> dedicated<00:43:50.480>
• > these<00:43:50.800> folks That's how dedicated these folks are to being out there and working
• So that's an area that if we had a dedicated staff member at least for the year that the task force has
• staff member at we if we had a dedicated staff member at least<01:15:59.360> for<01:15:59.520
• So that's an area that if we had a dedicated staff member at least for the year that the task force has

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• community-based mental health and substance use prevention initiatives, more than $180 million is dedicated
• And it also will... ...have dedicated consultant teams that will support the development of informed
• ASSET will also house the state chief technology procurement officer with an entire division dedicated
• to developing IT procurement policy standards. ...with an entire division dedicated to developing IT
• We want to make sure that the dollars that are dedicated to the family empowerment scholarships are not

Summary: The Senate opened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, doctor and guest introductions, and then took up Committee Substitute for Senate Bill 168, the Tristan Murphy Act, on mental health. Senator Bradley described the bill as a major criminal justice and behavioral health reform measure that would expand pretrial mental health diversion, strengthen treatment-based probation conditions, broaden grant uses for mental health and substance abuse programs, add Hillsborough County to a forensic hospital diversion pilot, require certain DOC mental health evaluations, and create a Florida Behavioral Health Data Repository. Senators from both parties spoke in strong support, emphasizing treatment over incarceration, public safety, data collection, and the Murphy family’s role in advancing the bill. The Senate passed the bill 37-0 and then approved 37 co-sponsors. The chamber then received the Senate’s 2025-26 General Appropriations Bill, SB 2500, with Chair Hooper outlining a $117.4 billion budget that he said reduces spending, preserves reserves, and includes major investments in water quality, transportation, education infrastructure, and reporting requirements. Committee chairs summarized their portions: K-12 funding at $34.7 billion with increases for FEFP, scholarships, VPK, school hardening, and school safety; higher education at $11.5 billion with workforce, nursing, reading, autism, and student aid investments; health and human services with a $1.8 billion increase for Medicaid, mental health, opioid response, disability services, and veterans programs; criminal and civil justice at $7.6 billion for corrections, juvenile justice, law enforcement, courts, and judgeships; transportation/tourism/economic development at about $18 billion including roads, housing, Visit Florida, and cultural grants; and agriculture/environment/general government with major Everglades, water quality, citrus, food bank, and agency IT funding. Members then questioned several budget items, especially education funding formulas, the shift of scholarship dollars below the line, the impact on public school districts, AP/IB and other accelerated program funding, the APD wait list, opioid settlement spending, arts grants, and the My Safe Florida Home and condo pilot programs. Chairs generally said scholarship and accelerated-program dollars were being restructured for transparency and flexibility rather than cut, that school districts would still receive funding based on enrollment, and that APD and other human services issues would continue to be worked out in conference. The budget discussion concluded with remarks praising staff and noting a 4% across-the-board pay raise for state employees and targeted increases for law enforcement and firefighters, followed by a recognition for FAMU Day at the Capitol.

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• 02.839> our<00:11:03.000> work Common Cause Minnesota is a nonpartisan organization dedicated
• Common Cause Minnesota is a nonpartisan organization dedicated to creating an open, transparent, and
• School board members are often very part-time and have other jobs that they are dedicated to in the bulk
• to in the jobs that they are dedicated to in the the<00:25:01.919> bulk<00:25:02.200> of
• As many of you may be familiar, CLC is a nonpartisan nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting and

Keywords: 1187, senate, all