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• Something is going on to drive those numbers and drive that data and put Florida at the top of that .
• ..to drive those numbers and drive that data and put Florida at the top of that very unenviable list.
• If all of you had to start paying in, it would drive the premiums down.
• I have to drive out of my way, put him in a car, and drive him to a different hospital so he doesn't
• It's my driving force as a legislator. Where is the balance?

Summary: The Judiciary Committee met to consider HB 6003, a bill to repeal Florida’s “free kill” law that limits certain survivors’ ability to recover non-economic damages in medical negligence wrongful death cases. The sponsor, Rep. Trabulsy, said the bill would restore access to the courts for a small class of families and noted the measure passed both chambers last year before being vetoed by the governor. She and supporters framed the bill as a fairness and constitutional issue, while opponents argued repeal would increase malpractice exposure, insurance costs, and pressure on physician access, especially in high-risk specialties and rural areas. Public testimony was sharply divided. Supporters included family members who described deaths they said were caused by medical negligence and who argued the current law denies accountability and equal treatment based on marital status or whether a decedent had minor children. Opponents included the Florida Hospital Association, Florida Medical Association, Florida Chamber, U.S. Chamber, Florida Insurance Council, and other health care and business groups, who warned that repeal could worsen already high malpractice premiums, contribute to physician shortages, and destabilize access to care. Several speakers on both sides discussed possible caps on non-economic damages as a compromise, though the bill itself was presented as a clean repealer with no amendments. During debate, several members spoke in support, emphasizing equal access to the courts and rejecting the idea that the law should treat some families differently from others. Opponents of the bill argued that the current system helps preserve market stability and that liability concerns, not the free kill law, are driving provider departures. After closing remarks from the sponsor, the committee voted 15 yeas and 1 nay to report HB 6003 favorably.

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• vote no on Senate Bill 734. not because that tragedies do not happen, but because that the upward drive
• And whenever you have a an issue that has the potential of a very good potential to drive up health care
• How do you see this bill driving up help to allow me recognized, sir, that. >> If you'll allow me to
• I'm here with the perspective that this law does not only protect recklessness and negligence in the
• It will drive new doctors, young doctors and doctors at the cutting edge out of this state.

Keywords: 999, senate, all

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• This bill seeks to do to recognize three separate additional actions to be qualified as reckless driving
• in excess of 100 miles an hour while passing, and the third would be 35 miles an hour or more as reckless
• driving per se in any other roadway that's not a limited access roadway.
• serious note, though, my biggest question is if an individual is passing—I know, for instance, you're driving

Summary: The Transportation Committee took up several bills and amendments related to traffic safety, utilities, schools, and motor vehicle administration. Senator Pizzo’s SB 1782, as amended, expanded reckless driving per se to include certain high-speed behaviors; the late amendment removed impound language but kept mandatory court appearance, and the bill was reported favorably. Senator McLean’s SB 818 on utility relocation was amended to include an important state interest finding; after testimony from county groups opposing the cost shift to local governments and Charter Communications supporting the bill, it was also reported favorably. The committee also approved SB 1644 on emergency vehicles, after a delete-all amendment broadened warning-signal use for volunteer firefighters, medical staff, and related vehicles. Senator Trumbull’s SB 1348 on DHSMV services was amended to streamline local delivery of motor vehicle services and remove certain fines, waiting periods, and CDL retesting provisions; it passed favorably with support from Florida Tax Collectors. Senator McLean’s SB 1188 on local governing authorities and charter schools drew the most debate, with supporters arguing local governments were using traffic and site-plan rules to block charter schools and opponents warning the bill would tie the hands of local governments and create a blanket preemption; it was reported favorably. The committee then passed SB 636, which limits use of the far-left lane on high-speed roads except for passing, exiting, move-over compliance, or traffic conditions, and requires FDOT signage. Senator Arrington’s SB 1152 increased the Florida Wildflower specialty plate fee from $15 to $25 to raise more money for wildflower research and habitat programs; it was reported favorably. Finally, the committee unanimously recommended confirmation of multiple appointments to the Greater Orlando Aviation Authority, Central Florida Expressway Authority, Jacksonville Port Authority, Jacksonville Transportation Authority, and Florida Transportation Commission, and then adjourned.

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• been little change to driving been little change to driving behavior<02:54:46.200> if<02:
• fatalities um distracted driving fatalities um distracted driving impaired<03:03:23.080> driving
• <03:03:41.239> and impairment it's distracted driving and impairment it's distracted driving
• Reckless operation.
• uh things like impaired driving uh things like impaired driving enforcement<03:40:55.000> and

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• <00:09:19.959> and administration's Reckless and administration's Reckless and ideologically
• Can we still drive medication abortion to people?
• Can we still drive speculums and things that are used for Pap smears or delivering children?
• be enforced um can we still drive be enforced um can we still drive medication<00:21:26.200>
• still drive still drive speculums<00:21:30.080> and<00:21:30.440> things<00:21:30.640

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• , drives through city parks, or ends up driving the wrong way on a roadway into or against oncoming traffic
• <00:27:33.399> on<00:27:33.760> sidewalks<00:27:34.679> drives roadway drives
• on sidewalks drives roadway drives on sidewalks drives through<00:27:35.360> city<00:27:35.679
• through city parks or ends up driving through city parks or ends up driving the<00:27:37.480>
• The first point is to increase the penalty for fleeing police in a reckless manner.

Keywords: 1183, house

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• MINOR WAS 18 YEARS OF AGE PREDATES PRESUMPTION THAT THE PERSON KNEW THE MINOR'S AGE OR ACTED IN RECKLESS
• SO IT'S NOT NECESSARILY OF FRINGE ISSUE BUT IT IS SOMETHING LACK OF FAMILY ACCEPTANCE IS SOMETHING DRIVING
• I BRING SB 628 KNOWN AS LUCY'S LAW WHICH AIMS TO STRENGTHEN BOATING REGULATIONS BY ENHANCING -- RECKLESS
• CRASHES, SECOND DEGREE FELONY FOR SERIOUS BODILY INJURY, THIRD-DEGREE FOR NONSERIOUS INJURIES IF RECKLESS

Keywords: 999, senate, all

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• addressing features designed to drive addressing features designed to drive excessive<00:13:06.960
• <00:23:26.240> or Even with the shift to a reckless or Even with the shift to a reckless or
• Statutory damages of $10,000 only if they're acting in a reckless or knowing way, by the way.
• Statutory damages of $10,000 only if they're acting in a reckless or knowing way, by the way.
• The statutory damages don't kick in unless there's a reckless or knowing finding.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• > entire driving force behind this entire driving force behind this entire legislative<02:18:21.120
• I encourage my colleagues to look at him and oppose this reckless bill.
• I strongly oppose this reckless legislation and urge my colleagues to do the right thing.
• > urge<03:50:30.880> my reckless legislation and urge my reckless legislation and urge
• We've never had a more reckless, deficit-exploding bill than what they're proposing.

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Wednesday, July 2, 2025, 1012, house, all

Bills: HB2139, HB1892, HB1893, HB1890, HB2335, HB2468, HB2091, HB2092, HB1878, HB2297, HB2127, HB1785, HB2345, HB2344, HB1780, HB1891, HB2398, HB1764, HB2564, HB1783, HB2567, HB1934, HB1778, HB1781, HB2621, HB2019, HB1803, HB2454, HB1811, HB1943, HB1589, HB1607, HB1851, HB2490, HB2546, HB2568, HB1972, HB2391, HB2575, HB1896, HB2399, HB2004, HB1894, HB2397, HB2498, HB2560, HB2310, HB2214, HB2167, HB2197, HB2116, HB1879, HB1596, HB2096, HB2298, HB2343, HB2566, HB1518, HB2044, HB2336, HB1603, HB1718, HB1740, HB1616, HB2171, HB2022, HB2347, HB1882, HB1708, HB2086, HB2154, HB2027, HB2179, HB1620, HB1913, HB2159, HB1597, HB2121, HB1864, HB2305, HB2576, HB1713, HB1729, HB1756, HB2122, HB2559, HB1743, HB1733, HB1868, HB1723, HB1711, HB1812, HB2515, HB1724, HB1604, HB2270, HB1722, HB1727, HB1920, HB1593

Keywords: invasive species, Queensland longhorn beetle, agriculture, environmental impact, University of Hawaii, Board of Education, Hawaii public schools, teacher representative, nonvoting member, bargaining unit 5, HSTA, teachers union, education governance, school board, executive session, collective bargaining, public school teacher, policy-making body, student representative, military representative

Bills: SB2169, SB2263, SB2360, SB2359, SB2031, SB2796, SB3090, SB3091, SB3092, SB2120, SB2593, SB2751, SB2135, SB2024, SB2872, SB3179, SB2308, SB2392, SB2470, SB2398, SB2902, SB2841, SB2436, SB2806, SB2691, SB2824, SB2645, SB2384, SB2697, SB3153, SB3156, SB888, SB2423, SB2746

Keywords: business competitiveness, economic development, DBEDT, Department of Business Economic Development and Tourism, business climate, regulatory reform, permitting, economic ranking, state ranking, top 10 states, business climate improvement working group, business revitalization task force, CNBC America’s Top States for Business, Hawaii business climate, workforce development, infrastructure, cost of doing business, tax competitiveness, labor unions, private sector

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• This bill is reckless.
• This bill is reckless.
• This bill is reckless.
• . reckless. reckless.
• is reckless ideology. is reckless ideology. And<00:20:21.400> Mr.

Keywords: Senate streaming session for Friday, April 10, 2026, 960, senate, all

Summary: The Senate opened with an invocation by Associate Pastor Justin Wills of Miracle Temple Church in Lothian, followed by remarks recognizing his family’s ministry and requesting that the prayer be journalized. The chamber then moved through several introductions, including Johnston Square Elementary students who were recognized for strong grades, education-related guests, and staff and family members of senators. After the roll confirmed a quorum, the Senate returned to business. On third reading, House Bill 563, concerning emergency response animals, was amended to align the House and Senate versions. The amendment added self-defense as an affirmative defense, included horses used in search and rescue within the definition of emergency response animal, added a definition of law enforcement unit, and adjusted penalties. The bill then passed with 44 affirmative votes. The Senate also took up Senate Bill 159 on EMS vehicle supplies and neonatal care; the chamber refused to concur in House amendments and sent a message asking the House to recede or appoint a conference committee. The Senate introduced House Bill 420 and referred it to Rules. In Judicial Proceedings, Senate Bill 791 on immigration enforcement prohibitions in correctional facilities was reported favorably with three amendments, including technical changes, limits tied to certain convictions, notice requirements for state facilities, and authorization for judges or commissioners to consider immigration detainers in bail decisions. The minority leader and others requested that the bill be special ordered for more time to review and prepare amendments, arguing the issue was controversial and had been fast-tracked; supporters of the committee report said the bill had already been heard and discussed. The debate over the special-order motion was ongoing at the end of the transcript.

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• It will cut taxes for hard-working families while Democrats try to drive them up.
• So no on this reckless scheme. I urge my colleagues to vote no.
• You are actively crashing the economy, driving America toward a recession.
• DRIVING AMERICA TOWARD A RECESSION.
• TO TRY TO DRIVE YOUR EXTREME RIGHT-WING POLICIES DOWN THE THROATS OF THE AMERICAN PEOPLE.

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, 1012, house, all

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• One of the primary contributing factors is individuals who are recklessly driving.
• enhanced, which is why SB 1198 seeks to increase license suspension and impoundment periods for repeat reckless
• driving and limit the amount of time an owner can claim unawareness that their vehicle was used in such
• reckless driving, respectfully asking for an aye vote.

Keywords: 987, senate, all

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• Madam Chair, this is about flying and driving cars. Oh my God.
• So a roadable aircraft is a hybrid vehicle that has the capability of both flying and driving on public
• In fact, in addition, you will not have to, you will not get any points taken off your license or driving
• Madam Chair members, Senate Bill 1502, unlawful flight and reckless endangerment violation, classifies
• Madam Chair members, Senate Bill 1502, unlawful flight and reckless endangerment violation, classifies

Keywords: 1182, all

Summary: The caucus reviewed a long list of Senate bills covering elections, transportation, health care, land use, water, criminal justice, and local government. Several election-related measures were described, including SB 1037 on voting equipment custody and internet/port restrictions, SB 1568 on election system software timekeeping, and SB 1687 moving the primary date to May starting in 2028. Members also discussed bills on photo enforcement fines, roadable aircraft registration, motor vehicle booting, assisted living occupancy limits, and municipal permit and exaction rules. A number of measures were noted as third-read consent items, while others were flagged for further discussion or amendments. Health and public safety bills drew substantial discussion. The committee heard bills on insurance coverage for breast cancer screening, safe-haven hospital surrender of newborns, dialysis documentation, behavioral health licensing compliance, naturopathic IV drug administration, traumatic event counseling for public safety employees, sex offender registration limitations, and probation rules for dangerous crimes against children. Members raised concerns or requested removal from consent on several items, including SB 1095 and SB 1094 related to gender-affirming care for minors, SB 1346 on AHCCCS claims processing, and SB 1178 on naturopathic drug administration. There was also debate over SB 1520 on immigration data sharing and SB 1635 on warning someone about an imminent arrest, with objections citing civil liberties and First Amendment concerns. The committee also considered multiple property, water, and development bills. These included measures on effluent water use for landscaping, groundwater fee diversion in Pinal County, increasing the Water Supply Development Revolving Fund loan cap, creating a foreign entity review commission for real property transfers, and restricting transport of Mexican gray wolf pups into Arizona. Members discussed SB 1419 on solar roof inspections and financing disclosures, and SB 1787 on municipal exactions and appeals, with an amendment proposed to limit it to commercial property. Several members explained their votes or asked to pull bills from consent, and some items were noted as having split votes or anticipated floor amendments. The caucus ended with Rhonda’s election-related bills and a note that the group would move immediately into a closed caucus afterward.

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• This bill seeks to recognize three separate additional actions to be qualified as reckless driving per
• in excess of 100 miles an hour while passing, and the third would be 35 miles an hour or more as reckless
• driving per se on any other roadway that's not a limited access roadway.
• serious note, though, my biggest question is if an individual is passing—I know, for instance, you're driving

Summary: The Transportation Committee heard and advanced several bills dealing with roadway safety, utility relocation, emergency vehicles, motor vehicle services, charter school siting, and specialty license plates. SB 1782 by Senator Pizzo, as amended, would expand reckless driving per se to include certain extreme speeding behaviors and retain mandatory court appearance while removing impound language; it was supported by AARP and the Orange County Sheriff’s Office and reported favorably. SB 818 by Senator McLean would streamline utility relocation for road and rail projects and shift certain relocation costs to the authority in some cases; county groups opposed it as an unfunded mandate, while Charter Communications supported it, and the bill was reported favorably after amendment. SB 1644 by Senator Rodriguez, as amended, would expand warning-signal privileges for volunteer firefighters, medical staff, and related vehicles responding to emergencies; it was reported favorably. The committee also approved SB 1348 by Senator Trumbull, which revises Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles and tax collector processes for title/document delivery, driver licensing, disabled parking permits, and related services; a strike-all removed penalties and some CDL retesting provisions, and the bill was reported favorably. SB 636 by Senator Martin would restrict use of the far-left lane on high-speed roads except for passing, exiting, move-over compliance, or traffic/environmental conditions, with a civil fine and DOT signage requirements; it was reported favorably. SB 1152 by Senator Arrington would raise the cost of the Florida Wildflower specialty license plate from $15 to $25 to generate more funding for wildflower research, education, and habitat programs; it was reported favorably. SB 1188 by Senator McLean, which would limit local government authority over charter school siting and concurrency-related restrictions, drew the most debate. Supporters argued local ordinances were being used to block or delay charter schools, while opponents said the bill would tie the hands of local governments and could create traffic and public-safety concerns. After extensive discussion, the bill was reported favorably, with recorded no votes from Senators Arrington and Davis. The committee also unanimously recommended confirmation of multiple appointments to transportation-related boards and authorities, including the Greater Orlando Aviation Authority, Central Florida Expressway Authority, Jacksonville Port Authority, Jacksonville Transportation Authority, and Florida Transportation Commission.

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• Level 3 involves driving at high speed with disregard for safety.
• It is a bill that does three things that recognize per se reckless driving for the following three situations
• Do you really think I drive 50 miles above the speed limit?
• That's reckless, especially picturing in the 70 miles an hour in a residential area where Kids could
• Back then, they were getting a felony for driving on a suspended license or for having a felony DUI 4th

Keywords: 999, senate, all

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• So, we have these laws about drunk driving, and yet we still have drunk driving.
• Why aren't the laws we already have about drunk driving working?
• Because evidently they don't. doesn't stop people from driving drunk.
• , buzz driving is drunk driving, and turning over keys.
• Once for a drunk driving incident.

Bills: HB1482, HB2017, HB2103, HB2341, HB2756

Keywords: community supervision, repeat offenders, intoxication, Texas Penal Code, criminal justice reform, intoxication manslaughter, criminal penalties, mandatory supervision, parole eligibility, Grayson's Law, mental health, trauma, jailers, law enforcement, occupational health, diligent participation, state jail felony, time credits, rehabilitation programs, de-escalation

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• But the vast majority of cases that we handle in traffic court are driving without a license, driving
• But the vast majority of cases that we handle in traffic court are driving without a license, driving
• But the vast majority of cases that we handle in traffic court are driving without a license, driving
• or impaired driving.
• a<00:36:54.000> working Reckless or impaired driving a working Reckless or impaired driving

Keywords: 910, house, all

Summary: The House Transportation Committee met on February 6, 2025, and heard testimony on several transportation-related bills. HB 667 would require DOT or county departments to scan deceased cats or dogs found on public roadways for microchips, record information, and report it to county animal services. DOT said it supported the bill, and the Hawaiʻi Humane Society and others strongly backed it, describing it as important for grieving pet owners. A private citizen also testified in support, saying the measure could help families learn what happened to missing pets. The chair noted there were nine supporters. The committee then heard HB 230 on sending a carbon copy of traffic citations to vehicle owners, followed by HB 77, which would make civil identification cards free to issue or renew. The Attorney General’s office said it had already submitted comments on HB 77, DOT opposed it, and a private citizen supported it as a way to reduce barriers to basic services. HB 668, which would make license suspension mandatory for operating a vehicle without insurance, drew opposition from the Office of the Public Defender and DOT. The Public Defender argued current law already allows suspension and that a mandatory rule would discourage people from obtaining insurance, increase court burdens, and disproportionately affect indigent drivers; the chair emphasized that driving is a privilege and raised concerns about uninsured driving in rural areas. The Public Defender also said it would look into whether state insurance options could help people who cannot get traditional coverage. The committee also took up HB 12, which would bar inspection certificates for mopeds or vehicles modified to increase NOx emissions. DOT offered comments, Citizens Against Noise supported it, and the Motorcycle Industry Council opposed it; the chair noted six additional supporters and ten opponents. HB 169 would raise the minimum age for moped operators from 15 to 16 and increase the helmet requirement age from 18 to 21; DOT supported it, while Moped Doctors, Moped’s Direct, and seven individuals opposed it. HB 220 would require moped operators to carry insurance under motorcycle/motor scooter insurance laws; DCCA offered comments, DOT supported it, and Moped Doctors and ten individuals opposed it. Finally, the committee heard HB 277, which would establish a statewide vehicle pursuit policy for law enforcement agencies. The Policing Project at NYU and the ACLU of Hawaiʻi supported the bill, citing national data on deaths and injuries from pursuits and arguing for a baseline limit on pursuits for minor offenses; the Hawaii Police Department and Maui Police Department opposed it. The committee also heard HB 54, which would make a third or subsequent excessive speeding offense a Class C felony and allow vehicle forfeiture. DOT supported it, while the Public Defender opposed it, arguing the bill was overly harsh, internally inconsistent, and likely to strain courts, law enforcement, and probation systems by turning a traffic offense into a felony with prison exposure and jury-trial rights. No votes or final actions were taken on the measures in the portion of the meeting provided.

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• reckless war with Iran. reckless war with Iran.
• > policies<04:39:51.760> have Reckless DC city council policies have Reckless DC city council
• They're reckless. They're not getting the job done, which is why we need to do this bill.
• every day to help successfully drive every day to help successfully drive down<04:45:11.440>
• Thank you.” driving up costs for hardworking driving up costs for hardworking American<04:52:08.000><

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, 1012, house, all