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• couple hours that we're not going to be able to help the president, for example, deport foreign nationals
• for example, deport foreign nationals. for example, deport foreign nationals.
• level is we're seeing an national level is we're seeing an administration<00:54:39.040> that<
• Support and backup of the state's National Guard in performance of its state's missions, especially if
• the National Guard is activated into Title 10 federal service and deployed out of the state.

Bills: HB0130, HB0095, HB0096, HB0097, SF0101, SF0106, SF0067, SF0123

Keywords: Second Amendment, firearms, state rights, federal regulation, law enforcement, civil penalties, government liability, concealed carry, public colleges, university facilities, weapons legislation, self-defense, campus safety, weapons, age requirement, permits, HB0097, Wyoming firearms privacy, merchant category code, MCC

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• My name is Mark Jones, and I'm a national director with Gun Owners of America.
• Uh, I'll also point out my organization is a staunch supporter of law enforcement at the national and

Bills: HB0130, HB0095, HB0096, HB0097, SF0101, SF0106, SF0067, SF0123

Keywords: Second Amendment, firearms, state rights, federal regulation, law enforcement, civil penalties, government liability, concealed carry, public colleges, university facilities, weapons legislation, self-defense, campus safety, weapons, age requirement, permits, HB0097, Wyoming firearms privacy, merchant category code, MCC

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• And then underlying sex, gender identity, immigration status, or national origin.
• And so, as you know, Los Alamos National Laboratories hiring is listed as one of the reasons for the
• We had them, National Council of State Legislators, look at it.
• on you if knowing that that was a nation into state of nation.
• The average loan was also provided by the National Council of State Legislatures.

Bills: SB20, SB111, SB211, SB218, SB14

Keywords: prior authorization, pharmacy benefits manager, PBM, health insurer, prescription drugs, step therapy, formulary, auto-adjudication, electronic portal, appeals, medical necessity, serious mental illness, mental health, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, major depression, substance use disorder, addiction treatment, cancer, autoimmune disorder

Bills: HB63, HB91, HB98, HB108, HB131, HB151, HB161, HB294, HB305, HB310, HB320, HB336, HB622, HB789, HB1040

Keywords: HB63, Louisiana bail, bail bond, surety, failure to appear, FTA, bench warrant, NCIC, National Crime Information Center, criminal procedure, Article 331, defendant registry, surrender of defendant, rule to show cause, law enforcement records, pretrial release, bond forfeiture, disclosure, criminal records, witness protection

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• Eaves here, Fetgatter here, Ford here, Fugate here, Gann here, George here, guys here, Grego, Grego, Hall
• She is on the student board of directors at the First National Bank. Wants to attend UCO.
• He is a national merit semifinalist. Wants to attend OU to study aerospace engineering.
• The state championship will forever be a part of your history and the school of Okta Hall.
• Rope on the hall. Roll call is now in progress.

Bills: HB2975, HB3405, HB3406, HB3728, HB3902, HB3977, SB397, HB1161, HB2938, HB2939, HB3306, HB3722, HB4113, HB4123, HB2293, HB3176, HB3545, HB3546

Keywords: poultry waste, nutrient management, environmental regulations, agriculture, water quality, pollution prevention, best management practices, noxious weeds, poison hemlock, kudzu, landowner responsibilities, environmental control, public nuisance, eradication, burn bans, fire danger, drought conditions, emergency declaration, scrap metal, regulation

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• I think some teachers have used it when they applied for the National Board certification, but that's
• <01:05:36.480> what that we we understand collectively what that we we understand collectively
• There's these old projects that were sort of line items that are a collection of projects that are in
• It requires the Department of Education to collect and maintain data on incidents involving physical
• We certainly heard from the department saying that they already collect the data.

Bills: HB1559, HB2012, HB2297, HB2122, HB2345, HB2398, HB2534, HB2621

Keywords: telecommunication devices, student use, public schools, student engagement, educational outcomes, confiscation policy, mental health, statewide policy, community literacy, education, Title I funding, reading proficiency, underserved communities, family engagement, tutoring, literacy support, adult education, community education, literacy programs, workforce development

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• Also note that Live Nation has said they support this statute.
• twothirds<00:57:55.839> of Um, we see nationally twothirds of Um, we see nationally twothirds
• <00:59:24.000> ticketing As far as the national ticketing As far as the national ticketing
• breakup of Live Nation and Ticketmaster. breakup of Live Nation and Ticketmaster.
• against ticket master and live nation. against ticket master and live nation.

Bills: SF1750, HF4250, HF3938, HF3904, HF3642

Keywords: common interest community, CIC, homeowners association, HOA, condominium, planned community, cooperative, unit owner, association board, declarant, declarant control, special declarant rights, assessment lien, foreclosure, late fees, fines, attorney fees, resale disclosure, annual report, maintenance plan

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• This is a national trend that is taking place across America.
• National studies find that nearly all students use... ...National studies find that nearly all students
• for school In SB 11, which we collectively passed, it was strong encouragement for school districts
• We are number one in the nation in pedestrian deaths per capita, number five in bicyclist deaths per
• I'm an engineer at Sandia National Labs. I walk my son to school.

Bills: SB23, SB73, SB210, SB234, SB243, SB244, SM16

Keywords: student use, wireless devices, public schools, policy implementation, education technology funding, driver education, driver's ed, driving school, motorcycle safety, traffic safety, vulnerable road users, pedestrian safety, bicycle safety, cyclist, bike lane, micromobility, scooter, moped, motorcycle training, DWI prevention

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• Do we have enough safeguards to be able to collect the data that we need?
• But if it happens through this year, one of the things that we are trying to do is to collect data, but
• in this statute bill—that's what I understand—but do we have enough safeguards to avoid that and collect
• I understand that, but do we have enough safeguards to avoid that and collect enough data so we can make
• board member takes an oath, like every elected official does in the state of New Mexico and in the nation

Bills: SB23, SB73, SB210, SB234, SB243, SB244, SM16

Keywords: student use, wireless devices, public schools, policy implementation, education technology funding, driver education, driver's ed, driving school, motorcycle safety, traffic safety, vulnerable road users, pedestrian safety, bicycle safety, cyclist, bike lane, micromobility, scooter, moped, motorcycle training, DWI prevention

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• Hall? Hinojosa? Middleton? Parker?
• Hall? Hinojosa? Middleton? Parker? Perry? Huff? Huff? Berdwell? Hall? Hinojosa? Middleton? Parker?
• Court, Burdwell, Hall, Hinojosa, Middleton.
• Hall? Hinojosa? Middleton? Parker?
• My name is Ash Hall.

Bills: SB240, SB1183, SB1184, SB1577, SB2043, SB2051, SCR42, SJR68

Keywords: biological sex, gender identity, public facilities, civil penalties, local government, EBT, electronic benefits transfer, food stamps, SNAP, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, TANF, temporary assistance for needy families, welfare benefits, benefit card fraud, fraud hotline, card replacement, photo ID, recipient photograph, HHSC, Health and Human Services Commission

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• Hall? Hinojosa? Middleton? Parker?
• Hall. Hinojosa.
• Court, Burdwell, Hall, Hinojosa, Middleton.
• Hall? Hinojosa? Middleton? Parker? Baird? Shortener? Saffirini? Paxton?
• My name is Ash Hall.

Bills: SB240, SB1183, SB1184, SB1577, SB2043, SB2051, SCR42, SJR68

Keywords: biological sex, gender identity, public facilities, civil penalties, local government, EBT, electronic benefits transfer, food stamps, SNAP, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, TANF, temporary assistance for needy families, welfare benefits, benefit card fraud, fraud hotline, card replacement, photo ID, recipient photograph, HHSC, Health and Human Services Commission

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• Senator Hall, you're recognized. Witness: May I say something, Madam Chair?
• Chair: Actually, let Senator Hall go in and ask his question, please.
• Chair: OK, go ahead, Senator Hall. Senator Hall: Well, go ahead and answer.
• Senator Hall: What does the association do to make sure?
• Senator Hall: Thank you. Chair: Thank you, Senator Hall. Senator Hughes, you're recognized.

Bills: SB 240, SB 1183, SB 1184, SB 1577, SB 2043, SB 2051, SCR 42, SJR 68

Keywords: biological sex, gender identity, public facilities, civil penalties, local government, EBT, electronic benefits transfer, food stamps, SNAP, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, TANF, temporary assistance for needy families, welfare benefits, benefit card fraud, fraud hotline, card replacement, photo ID, recipient photograph, HHSC, Health and Human Services Commission

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• People collect wine for a host of different reasons.
• Thank you, Senator Hall. Thank you, Senator Burdwell.
• Thank you, Senator Hall. Thank you, Senator Middleton.
• Hall, aye. Thank you. Bettencourt, yes. Birdwell, aye. Hall. Hinojosa. Middleton. Parker. Perry.
• My name is Ash Hall.

Bills: SB240, SB1183, SB1184, SB1577, SB2043, SB2051, SCR42, SJR68

Keywords: biological sex, gender identity, public facilities, civil penalties, local government, EBT, electronic benefits transfer, food stamps, SNAP, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, TANF, temporary assistance for needy families, welfare benefits, benefit card fraud, fraud hotline, card replacement, photo ID, recipient photograph, HHSC, Health and Human Services Commission

Summary: The committee first heard Senate Bill 1183, by Senator Creighton, which would require Lone Star Cards used for SNAP and TANF benefits to display the recipient’s name and photo, add fraud-reporting information, and require HHSC to track replacement-card requests. Creighton argued the bill would reduce fraud and protect taxpayer dollars, citing Texas SNAP theft and overpayment data. HHSC testified that photo IDs on the card are technically possible and explained how authorized secondary users are added. Dr. Amber O’Connor of Every Texan testified against the bill, saying SNAP fraud is a small share of expenditures, that the proposal would be costly and ineffective, and that federal rules limit mandatory photo requirements. Public testimony closed and SB 1183 was left pending. The committee then heard Senate Bill 1184, also by Senator Creighton, which would lower from 20 years to 10 years the minimum age of collectible wine that Texas collectors may sell to permitted restaurants. Supporters said the change would help Texas restaurants access desirable vintages, keep collectible wine in-state, and align with market demand; invited witnesses from the wine industry testified in favor. No opposition was heard, public testimony closed, and SB 1184 was left pending. Next, Senator Birdwell laid out Senate Bill 2051 and Senate Joint Resolution 68, both aimed at revising Texas impeachment procedures in response to issues identified during the 2023 impeachment process. The measures would clarify constitutional and statutory impeachment authority, require sworn testimony, extend review periods for House members, address conflicts of interest and presiding officers, require cost reporting, and modify rules for impeaching the governor or lieutenant governor. A committee substitute added protections for the accused, longer review periods, and a fallback presiding-officer option. Witnesses generally supported stronger accountability but raised questions about whether the language should also cover retired or visiting judges. Both measures were left pending after testimony. The committee also heard Senate Bill 1577, which would expand Texas Motor Speedway’s alcohol sales authority to include distilled spirits and remove certain event and concession limits; the Speedway’s representative supported the bill and it was left pending. Later, the committee heard Senate Concurrent Resolution 42 and Senate Bill 240, which would recognize only two sexes and restrict access to sex-designated private spaces in public facilities based on biological sex. Supporters argued the measures were needed to protect women’s privacy and safety, including in schools and shelters, while opponents warned about enforcement problems, privacy concerns, and impacts on transgender Texans and others who do not fit stereotypical sex traits. After extensive testimony, both measures were left pending. The committee then took up multiple pending bills and reported several favorably, including SB 511, SB 33, SB 510, SB 871, SB 2024, SB 2166, SJR 27, SJR 40, SB 1313, SB 1314, SB 1316, SB 1541, SB 2420, SB 1999, SB 2309, SB 1860, and SB 2429, with some also certified for the local and uncontested calendar.

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• the great state of Texas will continue to be a sign of freedom, opportunity, and hope for our great nation
• Texas. to the flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one nation
• Take this elevator down, then walk all the way down the hall, and then his voice trails off, and he said
• born and raised in Texas has represented. not just here in Texas and in Houston, but also on the national

Bills: HR34, HR36, HR38, HR39, HR41, HR42, HR43, HR67, HR68, HR73, HR77, HR81, HR104, HR166, HR201, HR202, HR223, HR226, HR233, HR234, HR246, HR264, HR266, HR268, HR271, HR280, HR282, HR286, HR291, HR292, HR296, HR298, HR319, HR326, HR329, HR348, HR354, HR373, HR376, HR381, HR385, HR386, HR387, HR391, HR394, HR395, HR396, HR399, HR400, HR402, HR403, HR404, HR408, HR409, HR410, HR413, HR414, HR417, HR418, HR419, HR422, HR424, HR429, HR435, HR439, HR440, HR22, HR88, HR94, HR136, HR194, HR231, HR302, HR397, HR416, HR420, HR421, HR423, HR430, HR431

Keywords: Ramadan, Islam, Muslim community, spiritual observance, cultural recognition, Eid al-Fitr, celebration, Texas legislation, Mother's Day, family, women, honor, Father's Day, gratefulness, recognition, Diwali, festival of lights, Hinduism, unity, Veterans Day

Bills: HB241, HB267, HB467, HB673, HB744, HB798, HB1026, HB1027, HB1091, HB1096, HB1103, HB1212, HB1230

Keywords: financial records, consumer protection, banking law, disclosure, service of process, home inspectors, board membership, licensing, term limits, Louisiana State Board, residential roof, coastal zone, fortified roof, building standards, construction code, insurance, hurricane resilience, safety, security cameras, abandoned property

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• [music] >> To the flag of the United States of America and to the republic for it stands, one nation
• One of the problems that we as members of the National Guard face is that unless we deploy to active
• Guard face is that of the National Guard face is that unless<00:05:37.600> we<00:05:37.919>
• He said that because drill time and annual training do not qualify as federal service, National Guard
• in the National Guard during that time. in the National Guard during that time.

Bills: HF3540, HF3522, HF3544

Keywords: veterans rights, employment discrimination, human rights, Minnesota laws, protected classes, veterans, Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs, veterans affairs, Secret War in Laos, SGU veteran, Hmong veterans, Laotian veterans, honor guard, military funeral honors, state veterans cemetery, burial eligibility, veterans home, temporary closure, state active service, National Guard

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• enabling commercial aquarium collection enabling commercial aquarium collection at<00:54:57.760>
• prohibit a commercial crime collection prohibit a commercial crime collection but<00:58:22.559><
• if they wanted to continue collecting if they wanted to continue collecting only<01:00:08.960>
• If aquarium collecting were truly sustainable, ending collection in 2017 would have led to a similar
• collecting were truly aquarium collecting were truly sustainable,<01:05:10.400> ending<01:05:

Bills: SB1406, SB521, SB3247, SB1654, SB1112, SB1301, SB2443, SB2996

Keywords: historic preservation, burial sites, DHHL, Department of Hawaiian Home Lands, DLNR, Department of Land and Natural Resources, section 6E-8, Hawaii Revised Statutes, Hawaii Register of Historic Places, National Register of Historic Places, cultural resources, archaeology, land use review, environmental review, state historic preservation officer, Hawaiian home lands, project permits, consultation, concurrence, nonconcurrence

Summary: The committee heard testimony on several measures affecting Hawaiian affairs, historic preservation, water access, and land governance. SB 1406 would let the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands assume historic preservation review for projects on lands under its jurisdiction, except for properties listed or nominated for the state or national historic registers. DHHL supported the bill, while a descendant testifier strongly opposed it, arguing that burial and preservation review protects ancestors and should not be streamlined or reduced. No questions were raised and the bill was moved on after testimony. SB 521 would require DHHL to work with county water boards or water departments to provide potable and agricultural water on Hawaiian homelands, with agreements made public. DHHL said it already works with counties but objected to the bill’s mandatory language, saying it could undermine the department’s discretion and independence. A public testifier supported the measure, and committee discussion focused on how water requirements could affect subsistence lots and infrastructure decisions. The committee then took up SB 3247, which would create a Royal Mausoleum Commission within DLNR to oversee preservation, operations, and outreach at Mauna Ala. State Parks said it valued existing collaboration with the aliʻi trusts but wanted clarity on roles, coordination, and funding if a new commission is created. The Royal Order of Kamehameha strongly supported the bill as a culturally grounded way to protect the site, while several other testifiers opposed it, saying the real issue is the curator selection process and warning that a commission could add bureaucracy and delay. The committee also heard SB 1654, authorizing transfer of certain state lands to DHHL, and SB 112, which would add the DHHL chair or designee to the Hawaii Community Development Authority; the Attorney General and HCDA offered technical and policy comments, with HCDA opposing the board change and DHHL supporting participation to protect beneficiary interests. No votes or final actions were taken in the portion provided.

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• I'd go down the hall yesterday. Standing there. She went on and on.
• Representative Hall. >> Here. Representative Sorrels. >> Here. Representative Mooney.
• Okay, Miss Hall, tell me what that really means. >> Uh, the amendment. >> Yes, sir.
• of what he's trying to do and then also make sure that we're following the guidelines across the nation
• And we're in a time, as far as health care across the nation, but particularly in the state of Alabama

Bills: HB139, HB172, HB156

Keywords: HB139, Alabama discrimination, civil rights, public accommodations, employment discrimination, equal access, protected classes, race discrimination, sex discrimination, religious discrimination, age discrimination, disability discrimination, national origin discrimination, school board discrimination, labor organization, employment agency, retaliation, private right of action, punitive damages, attorney fees

Bills: HCR40, HB214, HB214

Keywords: HCR 40, House Concurrent Resolution, Operation Lone Star, border security, southern border, Texas border, reimbursement, federal reimbursement, Congress, immigration, migrant crossings, illegal immigration, Texas National Guard, Department of Public Safety, DPS, human smuggling, cartel, fentanyl, border enforcement, public safety

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• cut down on the burdensome regulations that state agencies have produced and positions Texas as a national
• It ensures confidentiality of collected data and aligns cybercrime investigations with existing procedures
• haven for long-term wealth preservation, whether you're an individual, a business, a state, or a nation
• I'm the Texas State Director for the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB).
• And so this report I just picked at random, but it reviews national and state economic forecasts and

Bills: HB565, HB3743, HB4310, HB5083, HB5129, HB5195, HB5331, HB5469, SB21, HB3185, SB 21

Keywords: constitutional amendment, fiscal impact, state budget, ballot measure, transparency in voting, management-to-staff ratio, state agencies, employee regulations, government efficiency, workforce management, public information, governing board, transparency, confidentiality, access rights, privacy, identifying information, state agency, consent, occupational license