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• Uh, President Cunningham, so what I was referring to was something that we had a presentation before
• That's what I was referring to, that the growth that you saw from '23 to '24 is almost the same as the
• Uh, President Cunningham, so what I was referring to was something that we had a presentation before
• That's what I was referring to, that the growth that you saw from '23 to '24 is almost the same as the
• That's what I was referring to, that the growth that you saw from '23 to '24 is almost the same as the

Keywords: 1183, house

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• So for reference, we're sitting on several hundred feet of aquifer.
• So<00:14:26.560> for<00:14:26.800> reference,<00:14:27.199> we're<00:14:27.440><
• c> sitting<00:14:27.680> on So for reference, we're sitting on So for reference, we're sitting
• <00:53:30.880> to<00:53:31.040> the >> I assume that you're referring to the
• >> I assume that you're referring to the slide<00:53:31.359> with<00:53:31.520> the

Keywords: 1183, house

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• House Bill 1 by Representative Pringle regarding primary elections is referred to the Committee on County
• Pringle regarding primary elections is Pringle regarding primary elections is referred<00:16:44.320><
• to the Committee on County and referred to the Committee on County and Municipal<00:16:45.839> Government
• <00:49:56.400> Historically, voter suppression. Historically, voter suppression.
• Historically, inadequate<00:49:57.920> notice<00:49:58.400> has<00:49:58.640> been

Keywords: 920, all

Summary: The Alabama Senate convened with prayer, the pledge, and a roll call establishing a quorum of 34 senators present. The chamber then received a House message referring House Bill 1 on primary elections to the Committee on County and Municipal Government, and moved to Senate Bill 1, also dealing with primary elections and tied to ongoing court action over Alabama’s legislative maps. Senator Elliott explained SB 1 as a prospective measure meant to set up a special election if federal courts lift injunctions on the state Senate districts, while opponents argued the bill was being rushed and could disrupt voters, candidates, absentee voters, and election administration. Much of the debate focused on whether the bill would effectively change election rules too close to an election and whether it conflicted with a 2022 statewide amendment requiring election-related changes to take effect at least six months before a general election. Supporters said the bill simply preserves the legislature’s enacted maps and responds to recent court rulings, while opponents said it could disenfranchise voters, especially military, elderly, absentee, rural, and Black voters, and that the underlying litigation and federal Voting Rights Act issues remained unresolved. Several members also referenced a Brennan Center report and broader concerns about racial turnout gaps and minority representation in Alabama. Senator Coleman offered an amendment to give the state discretion rather than mandate a special election, arguing it would better align with the current court order; the Senate rejected it on a roll call vote, 8 yeas to 25 nays. Senator Vivian Figures then offered a notice-focused amendment requiring adequate public notice before any election changes, arguing that voters need time to learn new dates, polling places, deadlines, and ballot information; that amendment also failed on a roll call vote, with the clerk announcing it did not pass. The transcript ends with further discussion beginning after the failed amendment votes.

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• It included historic tax relief, which is critical to ensuring that our charities can contribute more
• :04.760> included the end of last session it included the end of last session it included historic
• tax relief which is critical to historic tax relief which is critical to ensuring<00:13:08.240> that
• > to<00:15:32.199> that<00:15:32.360> it's<00:15:32.600> extremely if you refer
• I just want to refer members to the Gambling Control Board's 2024 report and will briefly quote from

Keywords: 919, house, all

Summary: The committee took up House File 169, which would change the tax structure for charitable gambling. Representative Robbins offered and the committee adopted the A1 author’s amendment, described as a technical correction to ensure sports-themed tip boards are not inadvertently taxed under the bill. Robbins then presented the bill as a way to replace the current tiered combined net receipts tax on charitable gambling with a flat 5% rate, arguing charities were being overtaxed and that prior promises of relief had not been fully delivered. Chair Stevenson pushed back on several of Robbins’ factual claims, correcting the record on the status of E-pull tabs, the share of charitable gambling revenue they represent, and the amount of tax relief already enacted in 2023 and 2024. He said E-tabs were not eliminated, that the revenue split between paper pull tabs and E-tabs is closer to 45/55, and that charities had already received a $15 million tax cut plus savings from reduced developer fees. Robbins responded that the changes still significantly reduced revenue and that the bill was intended as a middle-ground approach. Testimony largely came from charitable gambling and veterans groups in support of the bill. Rachel Jenner of Allied Charities of Minnesota said nearly 1,000 charities depend on charitable gambling, cited high taxes and fees, and said many organizations were seeing revenue declines after the new E-pull tab rules took effect. Dr. Christy Jano of the American Legion Department of Minnesota said charitable gambling funds support veterans, youth, and community programs, and that a flat 5% tax would help posts continue those efforts. Members asked about the size of the revenue drops and how much gambling proceeds go to overhead and operating costs; Jenner said the losses varied by organization and that it was too early to know the long-term effect, while Jano said some expenses are used for property taxes and building upkeep. The committee then moved on to additional testimony, including Tim Angstrom, but no final vote on the bill was taken in the portion provided.

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• It is recommended to pass and be re-referred to the Ways and Means Committee. That is my motion.
• That is true, but we don't see a direct connection to the historical gangs or the hierarchy.
• <00:48:09.440> gangs<00:48:09.800> or connection to the historical gangs or connection
• to the historical gangs or the<00:48:10.359> hierarchy<00:48:11.359> having<00:48:11.640
• to Ways and Means Committee re-referred to Ways and Means Committee that<01:10:30.239> is<01:

Keywords: 1183, house

Summary: The committee heard House File 7, a broad public safety package that the author said was intended to support law enforcement, keep violent offenders off the street, and increase accountability in the criminal justice system. The bill was described as combining multiple Republican-authored provisions, including tougher penalties for reckless fleeing, making it a crime to be in a stolen vehicle, allowing tracking devices on occupied or fleeing stolen vehicles, increasing penalties for blocking roads and damaging critical infrastructure, raising penalties for assaulting police officers, adding a mandatory minimum for first-degree sex trafficking, and expanding public disclosure around bail, dismissals, sentencing reductions, and sentencing guideline changes. The motion before the committee was to pass the bill and re-refer it to Ways and Means. Ramsey County Sheriff Bob Fletcher testified in support, focusing on aggravated fleeing, occupied stolen vehicles, vehicle tracking, and the impact of the state’s raised age of delinquency on younger offenders. He argued that law enforcement needs more tools to pursue and arrest repeat offenders, especially in auto theft and carjacking cases, and said the bill would help officers intervene before stolen vehicles are used in more crimes. He also urged reconsideration of the timeline for the delinquency-age change, warning that it could limit police options with 11- and 12-year-olds involved in stolen cars. Shane Mey of the Minnesota Police and Peace Officers Association also supported the bill, citing rising assaults on officers and the need for stronger penalties for fleeing, stolen-vehicle offenses, and assaults on peace officers and corrections officers. He said the proposed stolen-vehicle and tracking provisions would improve safety and help officers address juvenile auto theft and dangerous pursuits. Jeff Potts of the Minnesota Chiefs of Police Association likewise supported several sections, especially the transparency provisions, assault-on-officer penalties, fleeing penalties, the stolen-vehicle offense, and the tracking-device exception, saying the measures align with the association’s agenda and would help address rising crime and pursuit risks. No vote or final committee action was stated in the transcript excerpt.

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• Section two um adds a reference<00:49:49.200> to<00:49:50.079> uh<00:49:50.240> that
• <00:49:50.480> amount,<00:49:50.880> the reference to uh that amount, the reference
• a reference to the Minnesota Geospatial Information Office.
• <00:56:55.680> to um it strikes an obsolete reference to um it strikes an obsolete reference
• inserts a reference to the Minnesota<00:57:00.079> Geospatial<00:57:00.960> Information

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• Dwayne Quam, and I would move House File 1800 be recommended to pass and be referred to the Public Safety
• Chair Quam moves House File 1800 be recommended to pass and be re-referred to the Public Safety Committee
• <00:02:06.799> to<00:02:06.960> the<00:02:07.159> Public pass and be referred
• to the Public pass and be referred to the Public Safety<00:02:08.280> Committee<00:02:09.280>
• We will be referring this to Public Safety and any other business before this body.

Keywords: 1183, house

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• Because, uh, we refer to land, water, and wildlife as all of our relatives.
• Um, in reference with it in that case.
• <01:08:20.880> people the one the one law that I refer people the one the one law that I refer
• reference to your game code. reference to your game code. >> Yes. >> Yes.
• Including the Indian education for all that is, uh, was referred to in that statute.

Keywords: 916, all

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• <00:29:30.720> group<00:29:31.080> that<00:29:31.200> is targeted historical
• group that is targeted historical group that is protected<00:29:32.000> by<00:29:32.240> that
• So, and I do want to comment on your reference to Germany and all of that.
• <00:59:48.039> to comment on your your reference to comment on your your reference to Germany
• Referring to the U.S.

Bills: HF414, HF768, HF359

Keywords: data practices, filing fee, government transparency, complaints, public access, free speech, human rights, censorship, protected speech, Minnesota Department of Human Rights, real property, partition, eminent domain, transfer on death deeds, property rights, 1183, house

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• or not refer for an investigation.
• I would have to refer to OIA on that because they have the entire investigation.
• What is our mechanism for referring that out to independent investigation by a prosecutorial agency,
• Can you give me any perspective historically over, say, the last 5 years, 10 years?
• But it's all, that information be referred to the investigators.

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• I'm a retired police chief for the city of Oak Park, and I guess I'm here to give a little historical
• I will renew my motion that House File 286 is recommended to be re-referred to Elections Finance and
• I will renew my motion that House File 286 is recommended to be re-referred to Elections Finance and
• House File 286 is re-referred to the Elections Finance and Government Operations Committee.
• The motion to re-refer House File 129 is passed.

Keywords: 1183, house

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• Resources Committee of Reference are required, on or before July 1, 2028, and upon notification from
• And one is referred to the Commissioner's Office for additional review.
• That's what we've done historically. How do you arrive at that?
• Madam Chair, Representative, um, the audit—I'm not quite sure where you're referring to.
• Are you may be referring to the Board of Appeals?

Bills: HB2150, HB2262, HB2267, HB2268, HB2351, HB2425, HB2426, HB2427, HB2755, HB2781, HB2913, HB2943, HB2956, HB2975, HB2985, HB4009

Keywords: state land department, mineral lease, renewals, indexed royalties, land use planning, auditor general, five-year plans, geospatial data, Arizona Geological Survey, resource analysis, geographic information systems, wildlife protection, public nuisance, renewable energy, wind farm, solar farm, residential property, public health, local regulations, state land

Summary: The committee first took up House Bill 2150, which would continue the State Land Department until July 1, 2030. Members discussed a Griffin amendment requiring quarterly updates from the commissioner, a public hearing on the department’s strategic plan in 2028, changes to conceptual land use plans and five-year disposition plans, and legislative findings. The hearing focused heavily on State Land Department practices, including whether it is subject to state agency statutes, the department’s internal ASAP application review process, backlog levels, appraisal and consultant use, audit findings, privileged documents in the Fondomonte matter, Proposition 207 notices, and the Coyotes land auction. Members also raised concerns about land sales, leases, special use permits, and the department’s compliance history. The amendment was adopted and HB 2150 was passed as amended on a 6-4 vote. The committee then considered House Bill 2975, which would suspend the department’s solar scoring map and require new mining and housing resource maps, with a Griffin amendment extending the mapping deadline to ten years or earlier and requiring website posting. Supporters argued the bill would restore neutrality, improve planning, and maximize trust revenue; opponents said the solar map is only a guidance tool and that removing it could reduce transparency and harm solar development. The State Land Department said it was neutral but noted the solar layer is used as guidance and that additional staff or consultant support might be needed to create the new maps. The bill passed as amended on a 6-4 vote. House Bill 2781 followed, proposing county or municipal decommissioning standards and financial assurance requirements for solar energy power plants, along with a remediation fund. A Griffin amendment narrowed local authority to decommissioning standards only and limited applicability to projects receiving permits after the effective date. The sponsor and several witnesses from Pinal County planning and zoning supported the bill, saying solar projects should be required to post real financial assurance so land can be restored if operators go bankrupt or abandon sites. The committee adopted the amendment and passed HB 2781 as amended on a 6-4 vote. Finally, the committee began House Bill 2267, which would classify certain renewable energy projects within four miles of residential property as a public nuisance, with a Heap amendment narrowing it to new utility-scale wind or solar farms and preserving existing projects. The sponsor argued the bill responds to concerns about large wind and solar projects near homes, property values, and wildlife impacts. Testimony and questioning centered on nuisance standards, property value effects, and environmental and health concerns, but the transcript cuts off before final action on HB 2267.

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• to the fact that far as making reference to the fact that far as making reference to the fact that the
• harmless but problem with that is when we codify these we codify these we codify these things historically
• speaking at some things historically speaking at some things historically speaking at some point point
• that there's going three it references that there's going three it references that there's going to
• to transporting people without reference to transporting people without reference to transporting people

Bills: SB82, SB78, SB4, SB6, SB62, SB66, SB77, SB63, SB79, SB53, SB55, HB14

Keywords: SB82, warrant recall, outstanding warrants, stale warrants, misdemeanor warrants, Class B misdemeanor, Class C misdemeanor, municipal magistrate, circuit court clerk, criminal procedure, court administration, docket cleanup, warrant audit, law enforcement notification, domestic violence, sex offense, weapons offense, deadly weapon, dangerous instrument, felony-related charges

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• But I think what you're referring to is: are you the actual buyer of the firearm? Yes, ma'am.
• So under step two of the Bruen framework, then the government has to show a historical analog for Section
• So is there any historical tradition in American law of banning the sale of commonly owned firearms based
• So is there any historical tradition in American law of banning the sale of commonly owned firearms based
• So regarding the amendment, as was mentioned, it takes out most, if not all, references to guns in a

Bills: SB48, HB250, SB17

Keywords: State Fairgrounds District, fairgrounds bonds, public financing, bond authorization, gross receipts tax, gaming tax, tax-backed bonds, infrastructure funding, Albuquerque fairgrounds, State Fair Tid, economic development, municipal bonds, revenue pledge, capital projects, New Mexico finance, technology, innovation, advisory board, entrepreneurial support, stakeholder representation

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• There was actually what we refer to as a Four Corners Agreement on Capitol Hill with all four caucuses
• This is triple referred right now. It goes to Privacy next and then Judiciary, supposedly. Okay.
• And so you may not see this again because, in all likelihood, it could only be double referred, and so
• So anyway, we ask for the bill referred to Judiciary or not.
• It still is referred to Judiciary at the moment. Let me intervene.

Summary: The committee heard AB 749, which would create a blue ribbon commission to study equitable access to youth sports and recommend a statewide framework, including coaching standards, PE modernization, and funding models to reduce barriers for families. The author and supporters, including youth sports advocates, educators, coaches, and former athletes, argued that sports improve health, school engagement, and long-term opportunity, while noting racial and income disparities in participation. One member raised concerns that a new commission could add cost and regulatory burdens, but the bill was framed as a study measure rather than immediate regulation. The committee also took up AB 549, aimed at coordinating state and local security planning for major upcoming sporting events such as the FIFA World Cup, Super Bowl, and Olympic and Paralympic Games. Supporters said the bill would improve interagency coordination, protect visitors and communities, and help prevent human trafficking and discrimination during mega-events. Members discussed the need to avoid over-policing and to center community values, but the bill advanced on a due pass recommendation to Appropriations. AB 1291 addressed ticket purchasing for concerts, sports, and other live events by requiring electronic proof of purchase and allowing it to be used for entry if a ticket cannot be accessed through no fault of the buyer. Supporters said the measure would give consumers more certainty and help address problems in a monopolized ticketing market, while opponents from venues, sports teams, and entertainment groups warned it could undermine anti-scalping tools, create security problems, and burden venues with duplicate or fraudulent proofs of purchase. The committee approved the bill on a due pass as amended basis to Privacy and Consumer Protection, with the roll held open for absent members. The consent calendar item, AB 644, was also approved.

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• historically has been more of a<00:16:12.560> lagging<00:16:12.880> indicator.
• I think most of you guys know that DLS is a high-complexity laboratory, reference laboratory for the
• So we are just referring to the money you're referring to is... >> Thank you. All right.
• So we are just referring or uh at home.
• So we are just referring to<00:43:42.880> the<00:43:43.839> the<00:43:44.160> money<

Keywords: Meeting Start 00:00:00 Attendance Roll Call 00:00:01 Department for Public Health Budget Request 00:01:46 Department for Community Based Services Budget Request 00:31:58 Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics (CCBHC) 00:57:13, 958, all

Summary: The committee first approved the minutes, then heard a lengthy presentation from the Department for Public Health on Kentucky’s rural health transformation plan and related budget questions. Commissioner John Langfeld said the state received a $212.9 million federal award, one of the larger awards nationally, and outlined five focus areas: maternal and infant health, integrated EMS/trauma response, behavioral health and substance use disorder, oral health, and chronic disease prevention with an emphasis on obesity and diabetes. He stressed that the effort is intended to be integrated, data-driven, and sustainable, and that the federal funds cannot be used for new construction, clinician salaries, research and development, EHR replacement, or to pay for currently billable services. He also said the program carries accountability requirements and that funds can be clawed back if milestones are not met. Members pressed for clarification on duplication with other budget requests, sustainability after the five-year funding period, and how success would be measured. Langfeld said he was not aware of any duplicate funding with the department’s additional budget requests and said the rural health funds were separate from those requests. He also said the program will be tracked through specific metrics and timelines, using both execution measures and outcome measures such as readmissions, with more rapid-cycle feedback to allow course correction. Representative Fleming raised concerns about possible overlap with navigator funding and asked for more detail on the budget breakdown; Langfeld said a detailed line-item budget had been prepared but was still awaiting final CMS approval before release, and that he would explore sharing more information once restrictions were lifted. The committee then heard from the Kentucky State Public Health Laboratory about a request for a new central lab expansion. The presenter described the current 35-year-old facility as outdated and constrained by aging infrastructure, obsolete equipment, deferred maintenance, and inadequate space, and said the lab performs critical work with no in-state alternative for many services, including newborn screening, select-agent and biosafety level 3 testing, animal necropsy for rabies, genetic sequencing, environmental and food safety testing, and response to emerging infectious diseases. The project is already in design phase C, expected to finish in mid-April, with construction funding sought at roughly $276 million on top of about $35 million already approved for design. Members asked about long-term operating costs, backup arrangements, and whether the current facility would remain in use; the presenter said the current lab would continue to be used by the department while other divisions move into vacated space, and that the lab has mutual-aid agreements with the Southeast Consortium and universities for contingency support. Finally, the Department for Community Based Services began its budget presentation on SNAP and relative caregiver issues. Commissioner Lisa Dennis and budget director Misty Sammons identified the governor’s recommended budget items tied to new federal requirements under HR1, including changes affecting payment error rates. The discussion was just beginning when the transcript ended.

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• the State of Minnesota, for corrupt conduct in office and for crimes and misdemeanors, is being referred
• We've all lived through the historic events of the past few months in the state of Minnesota.
• We've all lived<00:09:54.399> through<00:09:54.720> the<00:09:55.040> historic<00
• :09:56.080> events<00:09:56.560> of<00:09:56.880> the lived through the historic
• events of the lived through the historic events of the past<00:09:57.440> few<00:09:57.680>

Keywords: 1183, house

Summary: The House convened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, quorum call, approval of the prior journal, adoption of standing committee reports, second readings of House Files 3131, 3241, and 3436, and first readings of House Files 3814 through 3922. The chamber also referred House Resolution 6, calling for the impeachment of Governor Tim Walz, and House Resolution 7, calling for the impeachment of Attorney General Keith Ellison, to the Committee on Rules and Legislative Administration. The main floor debate centered on House File 3412, which would prohibit law enforcement officers from wearing masks while on duty, including local, state, and federal agents, with stated exceptions. Representative Long moved to suspend the rules so the bill could be recalled from committee and brought to final passage. Supporters, led by Representative Finke, argued that masked, unidentified officers undermine public trust, intimidate communities, and should not be allowed to operate anonymously; they framed the bill as a public safety and transparency measure. Opponents, including Representative Noatne, said the bill was poorly written, unnecessary, and could interfere with legitimate law enforcement needs, urging a no vote. Other members spoke at length on both sides. Supporters described recent incidents involving masked federal agents, family separations, and fear in communities, arguing that Minnesota should require identification and accountability for anyone enforcing the law. Opponents emphasized the professionalism of peace officers, the need for masks in some situations, and the importance of not stripping humanity from law enforcement. Representative Pinto also supported the motion, saying transparency and accountability are essential and that masked officers resemble “secret police.” The transcript does not include the final roll-call result or final disposition of the motion/bill.

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• <00:13:27.279> uh<00:13:27.440> one it possible for if not a historic uh one it possible
• for if not a historic uh one of<00:13:27.680> the<00:13:27.839> most<00:13:28.079>
• I'm going to ask nonpartisan if they can look at those two references. Apologize.
• c><00:48:34.240> at<00:48:34.480> those<00:48:34.720> two<00:48:34.960> references

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• to meeting school readiness references to meeting school readiness goals<00:08:47.360> and<00
• Two years ago, this legislature made a historic investment in public education.
• historic investment in public education. historic investment in public education.
• <02:10:03.000> to recommended passed and referred to recommended passed and referred to Committee
• 19.560> who<02:36:19.720> look Historically, kids in Minnesota who look Historically, kids

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• It recognizes the fair's historical, agricultural, and economic significance.
• That Senate bill will be referred to the Bureau. Labor reports: Senate Bill 312 with amendments.
• That Senate bill will be referred to the Legislative Bureau.
• The Senate bills will be referred to the Bureau. One hour, ten minutes.
• Representative [unclear] refers it to Legislative Bureau.

Bills: HR308, HR309, HR310, HR311, HR312, HR313, HR314, HR315, HR316, HR317, HR318, HR319, HR295, HR296, HR297, HR298, HR299, HR300, HR301, HR302, HR303, HR304, HR305, HR306, HR307, HCR115, HCR116, HCR117, SCR71, SCR72, SCR73, HR73, HR118, HR144, HR196, HR237, HR249, HR260, HR267, HR272, HR273, HR276, HR278, HCR85, HCR100, HCR105, HCR107, HCR113, HCR114, SCR5, SCR29, SCR33, SCR37, SCR63, HB255, HB378, HB509, HB1090, SB80, SB131, SB143, SB251, SB254, SB279, SB367, SB384, SB388, SB389, SB398, SB408, SB431, SB468, SB469, SB496, SB25, SB132, SB155, SB157, SB202, SB295, SB433, HR179, HR223, HR225, HR274, HCR89, HR252, HR253, HCR96, HCR103, HCR108, HCR26, HB250, HB265, HB339, HB427, HB445, HB463, HB468, HB606, HB639, HB649, HB665, HB746, HB781, HB853, HB861, HB872, HB886, HB916, HB937, HB1054, HB1068, HB1117, HB1237, HB74, HB108, HB956, HB1085, HB1137, HB62, HB193, HB210, HB220, HB246, HB364, HB420, HB475, HB584, HB622, HB772, HB784, HB949, HB953, HB1043, HB1070, HB1092, HB1134, HB1162, HB1176, HB1196, HB1214, HB1199, SB268, SB283, HB782, SB149, HR84, HB646, HB998, SB56, SB163, SB197, SB97, SB326, SB341, SB518, SB123, SB353, SB479, SB495, HB901, HR20, HR74, HR168, HCR65, HCR71, HCR98, HB284, HB302, HB306, HB341, HB366, HB393, HB458, HB577, HB603, HB605, HB614, HB625, HB733, HB752, HB773, HB798, HB911, HB955, HB996, HB1035, HB1069, HB1113, HB1140, HB1180, HB1191, HB1240, HB1255, SB82, SB89, HB134, HB258, HB359, SB29, SB42, SB43, SB217, SB274, SB300, SB379, SB382, SB441, SB449

Keywords: HR 308, House Resolution 308, Pope Leo XIV, Catholic Church, Holy See, Vatican, commendation, resolution, Louisiana Catholic heritage, St. Louis Cathedral, New Orleans, South Louisiana parishes, religious recognition, ceremonial resolution, faith leadership, pontificate, spiritual solidarity, human dignity, peace, mercy