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• I commend you for it, and I will support this bill.
• I want to commend the gentleman from St. Charles for Proceed, please, gentlemen. Thank you, Mr.
• I want to commend the gentleman from St. Charles for carrying this bill.
• And I will also be happy to share my birthday with them on June 28th.
• And I will also be happy to share my birthday with them on June 28th.

Keywords: 959, house, all

Summary: The House opened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, approval of the prior day’s journal by a 117-0 roll call, and numerous introductions of guests, including 911 officials, school groups, international visitors from Quebec, students shadowing members, family members, and community advocates. The chamber then moved into floor business on several bills and resolutions, with members repeatedly emphasizing bipartisan cooperation and the importance of honoring veterans, students, and community leaders. The first major item was House Joint Resolution 115, which would expand the personal property tax and homestead tax exemption for 100% disabled veterans and, in some cases, surviving spouses. The sponsor described it as an eight-year effort and said the current law wrongly requires veterans to be both 100% disabled and POWs, leaving very few Missourians eligible. Members from both parties praised the measure as a correction to prior law and a meaningful way to thank veterans; the House adopted the committee substitute and ordered it perfected and printed. The chamber then took up House Bill 2151, which raises income eligibility thresholds for a workforce training grant program from $40,000 to $50,000 for single filers and from $80,000 to $100,000 for joint filers; supporters said it helps adults and career changers access training, and the House adopted the substitute and ordered it perfected and printed. The House also perfected and printed House Bill 2576, a naming and awareness bill that included several amendments. Members adopted amendments designating January as Blood Donor Awareness Month, June 28 as Elliott and Muriel Battle Day, and March 26 as PANS Awareness Day. An amendment to designate Josephine Baker Day was withdrawn after the sponsor said Baker’s legacy was important but potentially too controversial for the larger bill. The underlying bill also included other naming provisions, such as a highway naming for a Vietnam veteran and a Pagedale recognition for former Mayor Carter, and members highlighted the bipartisan nature of the committee process. In addition, House Bill 3175, “Mason’s Law,” was amended to expand a law-enforcement notification system for people with communication-related disabilities to include driver’s licenses as well as license plates; the bill was supported as a public safety measure and was perfected and printed. Finally, the House considered House Bill 1736, which allows cities and counties to use certain park-related sales tax revenues for natural disaster mitigation, stormwater management, and voluntary purchase of repetitive-loss properties. Supporters said it would help communities address flooding without turning parks into heavy infrastructure sites, and the bill was perfected and printed. The chamber then took up House Bill 1887 and related AI/deepfake and online safety provisions, including amendments addressing deceptive AI impersonation, social media safety for minors, and nonconsensual digital depictions. Members described the bill as a response to scams, exploitation, and child safety concerns, while also debating wording and scope; one amendment was adopted, and discussion continued on the underlying bill and related provisions.

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• But I want to commend the Senate, and I want to commend Senator Bracy Davis for this significant bipartisan
• Today, we actually mark the birthday of President Abraham Lincoln, a leader who believed that America's
• And on Lincoln's birthday, I think it's only appropriate that we recommit ourselves to the standard that
• Having said that, I think the Senate and Senator Broder, to be commended for a very elegant compromise
• Having said that, I think the Senate and Senator Broder, to be commended for a very elegant compromise

Summary: The committee first took up SB 694, which would compensate the descendants of the Groveland Four—Charles Greenlee, Walter Irvin, Samuel Shepard, and Ernest Thomas—for the wrongful convictions, incarceration, and death tied to the 1949 case. Senator Bracey Davis described the bill as a final step after prior state apologies, pardons, and exonerations. The committee adopted a $4 million amendment that divided compensation equally among the four families and updated the recipient for Ernest Thomas’s share. Multiple family members and advocates testified in support, emphasizing the decades of trauma and the need for full justice. Senators in debate largely supported the bill, and it was reported favorably. The committee then approved SB 330, which clarifies disability provisions for firefighters, law enforcement officers, and correctional officers by refining the definition of heart disease and allowing certain officers who transfer agencies to rely on a prior physical under specified conditions. SB 474 also passed, expanding military leave protections to include public officials and employees who serve in the Coast Guard or Florida State Guard, adjusting pay eligibility for federal service, and updating related retirement and assistance provisions. SB 96, the Veterans Dental Care Grant Program bill, was amended to expand eligibility to veterans with incomes up to 400% of the federal poverty level and to move funding into the General Appropriations Act; members debated whether the broader eligibility could increase demand, but the bill was reported favorably. The committee also advanced SB 7018 on child welfare, making the Step Into Success pilot program permanent statewide, adjusting visitor/background-check rules for out-of-home placements, and creating a best-practices program through the Florida Institute for Child Welfare. CS/SB 480 on state IT governance was reported favorably after amendments that strengthened vendor performance metrics and restored state data center security provisions; it creates a new central IT governance structure under the Governor’s office and aims to improve oversight of procurement, spending, and technical debt. SB 1066, addressing partial restoration of the Ocklawaha River and Kirkpatrick Dam, passed after a late-file amendment and extensive testimony from environmental, recreation, and local economic interests. SB 1216, which gives school districts more flexibility in educator compensation, and SB 1120, which increases oversight and reporting for water management district spending, were also reported favorably. Finally, the committee considered SB 1366 on claims against the government, which raises sovereign immunity caps, ties future adjustments to CPI, shortens claim deadlines, and changes attorney-fee provisions. The bill drew support from local government and public-hospital groups as a compromise, but also significant concern from some senators about the impact on self-insured agencies and whether the fee changes would discourage attorneys from taking cases. The discussion remained ongoing, and the bill was still moving forward as the meeting continued.

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• And I also want to commend this and take the prerogative as chair of the committee just to mention that
• host monthly after-school activities for the children, bringing games, movies, treats, and often birthday
• For a few hours, these kids children bringing games, movies, treats, and often birthday gifts.
• So with that, I commend the bill to you. Thank you to OSPI for bringing it forward.
• I commend this bill to you.

Bills: SB5992, SB5918, SB5951, SB6042, SB5952, SB5961, SB5969

Keywords: youth development, funding, positive programs, youth services, community programs, school funding, education, supplies, operating costs, K-12 education, albuterol, access, public schools, private schools, healthcare, school safety, emergency preparedness, mapping, local education policies, curriculum requirements

Summary: The committee first heard Senate Bill 5992, which would create a non-appropriated Youth Development Fund account at OSPI to support grants for positive youth development programs serving ages 5 to 24. Staff explained the fund could receive gifts, grants, endowments, federal funds, legislative appropriations, and other receipts, and that grants could go to nonprofits, tribal entities, and parks and recreation organizations, with school districts and ESDs eligible in limited circumstances. Senator Krishnadasan and several members described the bill as a way to expand access to mentoring, after-school, summer, arts, sports, STEM, and other wraparound supports, especially for youth facing mental health, poverty, homelessness, or other barriers. Testimony was overwhelmingly supportive, including from students, youth-serving nonprofits, tribes, and state agencies, though one tribal witness asked for consultation, reserved tribal access, and data sovereignty protections. No vote on SB 5992 occurred in the portion provided; the committee moved on to other bills and later returned to testimony on it. In executive session, the committee acted on three bills. For Senate Bill 5952, which would have created a standardized process and form for excusing high school students from PE, the committee adopted Senator Wellman’s substitute, which instead requires districts to honor a prior excusal if a student transfers, and then gave the substitute a due pass recommendation to the Rules Committee. For Senate Bill 5961, which transfers the Imagination Library of Washington program from DCYF to OSPI, the committee adopted Senator Wilson’s substitute adding a directive for OSPI, subject to appropriations, to contract with a nonprofit experienced in early literacy through pediatric office visits, and then sent it to Ways and Means with a due pass recommendation. For Senate Bill 5969, concerning IEP transition plans and high school and beyond plans, the committee adopted Senator Cortez’s substitute removing student election language and instead directing OSPI to minimize duplication in the statewide IEP system, then sent the bill to Ways and Means with a due pass recommendation. The committee also heard Senate Bill 5918, which would increase materials, supplies, and operating costs (MSOC) funding by $100 per student or $100,000 per district, whichever is greater, starting in the 2026-27 school year. Staff said the bill had no limiting language requiring the money to be spent only on MSOC, and the fiscal estimate projected significant state costs. Supporters from school districts, administrators, PTA, rural education groups, and labor organizations said districts are using local levies to cover basic operating costs such as utilities, insurance, curriculum, and supplies, leaving less for enrichment and forcing cuts to programs. One remote witness opposed the bill on tax and affordability grounds. The sponsor emphasized that MSOC is part of the state’s paramount duty and that districts are using enrichment dollars simply to keep schools open. The transcript then moved on to Senate Bill 5951 on stock albuterol in schools and Senate Bill 6042 on school mapping for first responders, with testimony beginning on both bills but no final action shown in the excerpt.

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• We commend and honor their daily service, and we thank them for their continued dedication to the General
• That oversight must continue until her 18th birthday, regardless of marital status.
• I just wanted to commend the...
• It's because it's my wife's birthday, and I find out it's Robert's wife's birthday on May the 9th.
• Well, you know, my 18th My 18th birthday was very proud of my father.

Keywords: 981, all

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• I do want to announce Senator Niello's birthday was just recent, a few days ago, and there are doughnuts
• Senators, I wish we had more on the floor, but Senators, I also want to recognize another very special birthday
• Happy birthday to you. And then we also have some very, very special guests with us today.
• During his military career, he served as a noncommissioned officer and received numerous honors and commendations

Summary: The Senate convened with a quorum, opened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, and handled several procedural matters, including referral of AB 686 to Rules, approval of motions to advance Budget and Fiscal Review Committee measures and adopt authors’ amendments, and requests to move AB 28 and AB 2539 to the inactive file. The chamber also confirmed two gubernatorial appointments: Maggie Hallahan to the Bodina Waterways Commission and Kansasaki to the Building Standards Commission. On the floor, members took up two resolutions focused on public awareness and policy messaging. SCR 181 designated June 10 as Family Justice Center Day and highlighted the work of Family Justice Centers serving survivors of domestic violence, elder abuse, child abuse, and human trafficking; it passed 36-0. SR 112 declared June 14-20 as Familial Adenomatous Polyposis Awareness Week to encourage awareness, family health-history sharing, and early screening; it also passed unanimously. SJR 18, a resolution opposing the Citizens United decision and calling for limits on corporate influence and dark money in elections, generated extended debate over campaign finance, transparency, unions, nonprofits, and corporate political spending before passing 28-8. The consent calendar was then adopted on a 35-0 vote. The session concluded with multiple adjournment-in-memory tributes, including Larry Mazzola, Sr., Steve Zaley, and James J. McClain, Sr., followed by announcements that the Senate would recess and reconvene on Monday, June 15, 2026, at 2 p.m.

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• I do want to announce Senator Niello's birthday was just recent, a few days ago, and there are doughnuts
• Senators, I wish we had more on the floor, but Senators, I also want to recognize another very special birthday
• Happy birthday to you. And then we also have some very, very special guests with us today.
• During his military career, he served as a noncommissioned officer and received numerous honors and commendations

Keywords: 987, senate, all

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• H.R.1. commending the Community Action Agencies of Texas. the resolution. Thank you members.
• and strong traditions, the members of this notable House of worship have established a variety of commendable
• February, since the birthdays of both Frederick Douglass and President Lincoln. took place during this
• HR 157 by Schaffner commending the nurse practitioners of East Texas for their dedication to patient

Keywords: 1184, house, all

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• Happy birthday, Richard. Mr.
• Happy birthday, Mary Eleanor.
• Happy birthday, Mary Eleanor.
• Happy birthday, Sheriff Wiltshire.
• Speaker, I commend organizations. Mr.

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, 1012, house, all

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• Wait, do you want Senator Lanier to sing him happy birthday? Sure. What's his name?
• Happy birthday to you. Happy birthday to you.
• Happy birthday dear Wesley, and happy birthday to you! Thank you. Thank you. Thank you very much.
• That is the first time I think we've ever sung happy birthday to a three-year-old.
• Senator Hickey, that's his birthday present, so happy birthday.

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• President, to their co-chair, Steve Drew, whose birthday it is today.
• It is his birthday, and I think we've given him quite a gift today with the passage of this legislation
• You're going to help a lot of people in Washington State, and I commend it to the body.
• So commend the bill to the body. Further remarks, Senator Dhingra. Thank you, Mr. President.

Summary: The Senate considered and passed a series of tax, economic, judicial, education, and health-related bills, often after adopting technical or clarifying amendments. Major measures included Engrossed Senate Bill 6347, which restores recent estate tax changes while preserving last year’s increase in the exclusion amount and inflation adjustment; Substitute Senate Bill 6289, directing the Department of Commerce to create a statewide economic development and competitiveness strategic plan; and Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill 6162, expanding and simplifying senior citizen property tax relief. Senators supporting these bills emphasized tax administration, economic growth, and relief for seniors, while opponents raised concerns about regressivity, revenue losses, and tax shifts to other taxpayers. The chamber also passed bills extending or clarifying tax preferences and fees, including Senate Bill 6244 (extending a hazardous substance tax exemption for agricultural crop protection products), Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill 6113 (technical corrections to Department of Revenue tax law guidance, after removing a disputed section on advertising tax invalidation), Senate Bill 6114 (defining “fixture” and “affixed” for real estate excise tax purposes), Senate Bill 5970 (making a senior citizen center property tax exemption permanent), Senate Bill 5832 (raising the motor vehicle arbitration fee to support the Lemon Law program), and Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill 6262 (expanding the vehicle weight threshold for transportation benefit district fees). Debate on these measures centered on whether they were modest administrative updates or additional burdens on taxpayers and businesses. Several non-tax bills also advanced. Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill 6086 strengthened security for judicial officers and court personnel, with amendments clarifying terminology and adding industrial appeals judges to the definition of judicial officers. Substitute Senate Bill 5961 transferred early literacy programs, including Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library and Reach Out and Read, from DCYF to OSPI. Senate Bill 5868 added one superior court judge each in Skagit and Yakima counties, and Substitute Senate Bill 5923 reclassified a Skagit County hospital as a critical access hospital to improve reimbursement and help it remain viable. The Senate also passed Substitute Senate Bill 5520, revising the Wrongly Convicted Persons Act to improve compensation procedures, despite debate over whether to include civil detention-related claims. Most bills passed by constitutional majorities, with a few recorded nays and one division vote on an amendment; the Senate then adjourned until the next scheduled session.

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• amendments to try to make sure that our intentions here are well reflected in that, and I want to commend
• I think, you know, that's very commendable, and I, but I too have some questions in regards to the bill
• effectively that would be until the age of 14 you would be in a booster seat—apologies, no, until the 13th birthday
• But again, still this law says on their 13th birthday, they can stop using it, even if we would still

Summary: The Assembly Transportation Committee met and began without a quorum, first hearing AB 612 by Assembly Member Rogers and later AB 435 by Assembly Member Wilson. AB 612 would direct Caltrans to update the highway design manual so local jurisdictions consult with fire departments on major road improvements. Supporters, including the California Professional Firefighters and labor representatives, said the bill would improve emergency response and prevent road designs from hindering fire apparatus. County representatives said they were not opposed but wanted the bill narrowed to avoid mandatory consultation on minor maintenance projects or in areas without a local fire district. Several members praised the bill as common-sense safety legislation, and it was moved forward to Appropriations. The committee then adopted its rules and approved a seven-bill consent calendar. AB 435 would update California child passenger safety law to require children under 10 to be properly restrained in the back seat, require children ages 10 to 13 to remain in the back seat unless they pass the five-step seat belt fit test, and require the five-step test before a child may ride in the front seat. The author and supporters, including Safe Kids Greater Sacramento, Safety Belt Safe USA, AAA, the Automobile Club, and hospitals, argued the bill would align state law with national best practices and improve child safety. Committee members raised concerns about enforceability, implementation timing, pickup trucks, large families, and low-speed vehicles, and the author said he was open to amendments and additional data, including California-specific information. AB 435 was advanced to the Committee on Appropriations after discussion. AB 612 also received a due pass recommendation to Appropriations. The committee held rolls open to allow additional members to add on, then later confirmed the votes and adjourned.

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• Uh, as far as announcements today, join me in wishing the following members happy birthdays.
• Over the weekend, it was Representative Landgraf's birthday and yesterday was Penny Morales Shaw's birthday
• Happy birthdays. Members, please take your seats. We have a memorial resolution.
• I commend the Rupani Foundation and their tireless effort and all that they're doing in providing care

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• We want to thank Senator Richardson and happy birthday. Thank you for authoring this bill.
• Thank you for accepting the committee amendments and once again, happy birthday. You may close.
• Well, first of all, amendments and once again, happy birthday. You may close. Thank you.
• I want to commend our chair for bringing this forward. I was not aware of this bill.
• So I commend you for bringing this forward. It's a great need.

Keywords: 987, senate, all

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• Resolution commending Dr.
• </c><00:39:45.160><c> Todd</c> commend and congratulate Dr. Todd commend and congratulate Dr.
• </c> by Representative Rigsby, commending by Representative Rigsby, commending Senator<01:59:44.760><
• </c> Joint Resolution number 308 commending Joint Resolution number 308 commending Ret<02:42:59.760><
• Resolution commending Kimberly McNair Resolution commending Kimberly McNair Brock<05:02:19.520><c> on

Keywords: 920, all

Summary: The Alabama Senate convened with prayer, the pledge, and a quorum present, then adopted a resolution honoring Dr. Todd Freeman, Superintendent of Vestavia Hills City Schools, as Alabama Superintendent of the Year. Senators praised his leadership in public education and noted the recognition was especially meaningful as one of the last such honors in the current chamber. The Senate also adopted a resolution commending the 2026 Alabama Law Institute Senate interns for their service, and members offered personal remarks thanking the interns and encouraging them to remain and contribute to Alabama in the future. The chamber then took up several conference committee and House messages. The Senate concurred in the conference report on Senate Bill 341 after extended remarks, and later concurred in the conference report on Senate Bill 32, described as a veterans-related bill that would make benefits automatic for those under the federal poverty level and allow cities and counties to opt in for veterans above that level. The Senate also received House amendments to Senate Bill 199, concerning sex offenders, and voted to non-concur and send the bill to conference, naming conferees. In resolutions from the Rules Committee, the Senate adopted an amended House Joint Resolution 198 establishing the Alabama Mental Health Task Force. It also adopted House Joint Resolution 326, which recognizes the need for a north-south transportation route in East Alabama. Throughout the meeting, senators made extended floor remarks about slowing down on legislation, focusing on rural hospitals and other priorities, and the importance of treating children, seniors, and low-income residents fairly.

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• In what you offer to the citizens of Florida, I commend you. Senator Burgess, in debate.
• It's important to note that Andrew, the educational reporter, is having a birthday.
• TINSLEY IS HAVING A 25TH BIRTHDAY TODAY. HAPPY BIRTHDAY.
• But that's because I looked at the calendar; next Tuesday is her birthday, so we wanted to wish her a
• happy birthday.

Keywords: 999, senate, all

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• So to the Marines, happy birthday, belated birthday, 250 years of protecting our freedom.
• I want to commend the incredible work of Assemblymember Sharon Quirk-Silva, the state...
• Assemblymember Avelino Valencia: I commend the incredible work of Assemblymember Sharon Quirk-Silva,
• But I do again want to commend the incredible work of Assemblymember Sharon Quirk-Silva.
• But I do again want to commend the incredible work of Assembly Member Sharon Cork Silva.

Summary: The hearing focused on the long-delayed Southern California Veterans Cemetery project at Gypsum Canyon in Anaheim, with opening remarks from Assemblymember Sharon Quirk-Silva, Senator Tom Umberg, and Assemblymember Avelino Valencia emphasizing the project’s importance to Orange County veterans and families. Anaheim city leaders, including the mayor pro tem and council members, voiced strong support and described the city’s role in planning, utilities, and final approvals. Quirk-Silva reviewed the project history, including prior legislation, county and state funding commitments, and the recent federal determination that the site meets VA criteria for a state veterans cemetery. The first panel, representing the veterans community, included the American Legion, American Gold Star Mothers, and Valor. They argued that Orange County—home to a large veteran population—still lacks a local veterans cemetery, forcing families to travel long distances to Riverside or elsewhere. Testimony stressed the emotional and practical burden on aging veterans and grieving families, and called for immediate action and possession of the property. Some speakers were sharply critical of CalVet and the pace of the process, saying veterans have waited too long and that the project should move forward without further delay. The second panel, from Orange County, described the county’s and cemetery district’s support and the unique opportunity to develop a shared site for a public cemetery and a separate state veterans cemetery. County officials said the county has dedicated land and funding, and that shared infrastructure—roads, utilities, grading, and access—could reduce costs substantially if the two projects are coordinated. They also said the county is ready to transfer the property to CalVet when appropriate and that the project has already cleared major local approvals and litigation. The final panel from DGS and CalVet explained the state’s feasibility study and current planning work. DGS said the 2023 study estimated the state’s portion of phase one at about $126 million, largely driven by site work and grading, though that estimate may change as assumptions are updated. CalVet said it is working with DGS and the county on a revised concept plan to lower costs and refine the timeline, and that legislative budget action will be needed to authorize spending from the Southern California Veterans Cemetery fund. No formal vote was taken; the hearing was informational, and the main action was continued coordination among the state, county, city, and veterans groups, with public comment at the end overwhelmingly urging faster construction.

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• Happy birthday, dear Cindy. Happy birthday to you.
• Happy birthday to you. Happy birthday to you. Happy birthday, dear Cindy. Happy birthday to you.
• [singing] Happy birthday to you. [singing] Happy birthday to you.
• </c> Happy birthday, dear Cindy. Happy birthday, dear Cindy.
• Happy<01:50:01.480><c> birthday</c> Happy birthday Happy birthday to<01:50:03.960><c> you.

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• Resolutions filed by Representative McKenna of Webster commemorating the 100th birthday of Leona Dugas
• Resolutions filed by Representative McKenna, commending the New England Hemophilia Association on its

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The House opened with the Pledge of Allegiance and then took up two resolutions reported by the Committee on Rules: one commemorating the 100th birthday of Leona Dugas Barrett of Webster, and another commending the New England Hemophilia Association for recognizing March 2025 as Bleeding Disorders Awareness Month. The House suspended the rules and adopted both resolutions by voice vote. The chamber then considered House Bill 58, an amended fiscal year 2025 supplemental appropriations bill. The House first voted on and adopted the emergency preamble after a roll call, then reconsidered and adopted it again by a larger roll call vote. After that, a call of the yeas and nays was ordered on final passage. On final passage, House Bill 58 was passed to be enacted by a vote of 127 in favor and 23 opposed. The House also adopted an order to adjourn and reconvene the next day at 11 a.m.

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• So when it's time to determine what goes into this budget, I commend that we are going to do a deeper
• So when it's time to determine what goes into this budget, I commend that we are going to do a deeper
• So when it's time to determine what goes into this budget, I commend that we are going to do a deeper
• So when it's time to determine what goes into this budget, I commend that we are going to do a deeper
• Joseph Alexander Steele of Coal Run, Kentucky, on what would have been his 27th birthday.

Keywords: 958, all

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• motion of Representative Scott Fetgatter, the state of Oklahoma extends to Tony Wright sincere commendations
• usually here with me today, he is on vacation, or as he says, vacation, and for spring break and his birthday
• So, happy birthday to Jude. We missed you.
• Happy birthday, Jude. We will definitely miss him at Oii, and it's always fun.

Bills: HR1038, HB3263, HB3127, HB2997, HB3115, HB2123, HB3587, HB3028, HB2035, HB3369, HB3620, HB3621, HB3622, HB3624, HB3175, HB3173, HB3178, HB1979, HB4476

Keywords: Oklahoma Youth Expo, OYE, 4-H, FFA, agriculture, agricultural education, youth expo, livestock show, junior livestock, scholarships, youth leadership, Oklahoma City, rural communities, ag mechanics, engineering contest, farm youth, student recognition, ceremonial resolution, house resolution, livestock competition