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• office is working on a committee substitute that will further address these concerns. ...incorporates feedback
• salary of correction officers in recent years, they have not previously established a licensing mechanism

Bills: HB1826, HB2854, HB3006, HB4614, HB5261, HB5639

Keywords: mental health, women's health, county jail, depression screening, criminal justice, HB 2854, Pokuaa-Flowers Act, parole, mandatory supervision, electronic monitoring, releasee, parole officer, hospital visit approval, general hospital, law enforcement notification, DSHS, Department of State Health Services, corrections, public safety, liability immunity

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• And I got the complete opposite of what feedback I was expecting.
• In another claim, most all of the electronic locking mechanisms on the doors and all of the electronics

Bills: HB153

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• Feedback I was expecting. So, you know, I'd just like to bring that to your attention.
• In another claim, most all of the electronic locking mechanisms on the doors and all of the electronic

Bills: HB153, HB1410, HB1461, HB1760, HB1762, HB3261, HB3773, HB153

Keywords: education, funding, student resources, technology access, equal opportunity, veterans treatment court, mental health, criminal justice, rehabilitation, eligibility criteria, veterans, treatment court, military service, legislation, private prisons, inmate confinement, criminal justice reform, Texas Department of Criminal Justice, government contracts, inmate housing

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• And pilot to explore AI, and then the mechanisms: both the carrot of a credentialing program for consultants
• Public Facilities Authority or otherwise publicly funded. is often created an opportunity for public feedback

Bills: HF1587, HF2293, HF2218, HF1208, HF1482

Keywords: HF1587, Cass County, Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, DNR, condemnation, eminent domain, state land, surplus land, public waters, tribal land transfer, federally recognized Indian Tribe, tribal ownership, land conveyance, no consideration, land appropriation, natural resources, U.S. Highway 2, Section 27 Township 145 North Range 28 West, land return, Tribal sovereignty

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• It's just the mechanism. Okay, Representative Hinojosa, go ahead. Thank you for your testimony.
• begins. timeframe of only four days, often including a weekend, to allow for public input or industry feedback

Bills: HB24, HB2015, HB2149, HB2559, HB2701, HB2797, HB3172, HB24

Keywords: zoning, public notice, local government, residential development, protests, water conservation, municipal utility districts, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, environmental regulation, groundwater management, nonconforming uses, zoning regulations, land use, property rights, municipal authority, municipal moratorium, development moratorium, property development, subdivision, site plan

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• Thank you for all the feedback, both from members and and those who testified we have had pa's for for
• The structure established as a nonprofit is a functioning mechanism that does work.

Keywords: 999, senate, all

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• We have a number of existing mechanisms in place to provide the needed opportunities for parents to engage
• some of the concerns that my fellow colleagues here on the dais have raised, but also provide some feedback

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• see where our dollars are going but absolutely and and I will say you know I appreciate all the feedback
• Or any other mechanism if people are moving or detaching from services because of these policies being

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• once that was complete, we were able to hit the ground running and will be rolling out the funding mechanisms
• We've had a lot of positive feedback about this approach.

Bills: SB 1, SB1

Keywords: campground safety, youth camp regulations, flood safety, emergency evacuation, health and safety standards, appropriations, budget, state funding, education, healthcare, infrastructure, 1185, senate, all

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• If we're going to replace those dollars, there has to be a Mechanism.
• I appreciate some feedback on this.

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• It would ensure that rider feedback is really, really built into how HST operates.
• It's important to have a formal way for the disabled community to give feedback and recommendations based
• The proposed HST Consumer Advisory Board would establish a structured, ongoing platform for feedback
• It ensures that feedback is integrated in how agencies like HST operate, helping to restore trust in
• In addition, the bill's vague phrasing of 'manipulated, probed, altered by mechanical means' could be

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The committee opened by explaining hearing procedures and time limits, then heard testimony on House 2499, a bill to create a public awareness campaign on menopause and related midlife health issues. Supporters, including a nurse, the Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Women, and other advocates, said menopause is widely misunderstood by patients and providers, leading to delayed care, unnecessary suffering, workplace impacts, and inequities in women’s health. Several speakers shared personal experiences with symptoms being dismissed or misdiagnosed and urged the committee to advance the bill. The committee then took testimony on a package of endometriosis bills, including House 2527 and Senate 1564, calling for a task force and broader awareness efforts. Patients, a physician, and advocates described long diagnostic delays, severe pain, infertility, medical gaslighting, and limited access to specialists and effective treatment. They argued for more research, provider education, and a coordinated state strategy, and several asked for favorable reports. The chair also noted the hearing was running behind and extended time to allow more testimony. Later, the committee heard Senate 1579, which would eliminate parental consent and judicial bypass requirements for abortion access for minors under 16. Planned Parenthood representatives, physicians, legal advocates, and students argued the current law creates unnecessary delays and harms vulnerable youth, especially those in unsafe homes or foster care, while supporters said minors can already consent to other reproductive health care. A pro-life witness opposed the bill and emphasized parental involvement and support services. The committee also heard House 2403 and Senate 1560, which would create a Human Service Transportation Consumer Advisory Board; disability advocates and riders described past safety problems and current service gaps, and supported the board as a low-cost way to improve accountability, rider input, and reliability. No votes or final actions were taken in the excerpt.

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• International Existing Building Code 2021, the International Plumbing Code 2021, the International Mechanical
• Uh, so then on this paragraph on indemnification, we're going to look for feedback from the interested
• </c><01:04:30.079><c> to</c><01:04:30.240><c> look</c><01:04:30.440><c> for</c><01:04:31.440><c> feedback
• </c> uh we're going to look for feedback uh we're going to look for feedback from<01:04:34.720><c> the
• This... uh, do we want to adopt this subject to further amendment at the full committee, with feedback

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• it proposes and the fact that mechanism it proposes and the fact that we've<01:28:18.960><c> already
• </c> grants, we should have some feedback. grants, we should have some feedback.
• Um, particularly when there's<03:35:07.040><c> a</c><03:35:07.200><c> mechanism</c><03:35:08.319><c>
• to correct some of there's a mechanism to correct some of the<03:35:10.160><c> um</c><03:35:10.880><
• I have very strong reservations against HB 1555 because we already have the mechanism in place with our

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• their only mechanism now of teaching<01:51:58.639><c> our</c><01:51:59.040><c> children.
• Have you gotten any feedback about this back, um, or any opposition?
• um or any feedback about this back um or any opposition?
• We have the mechanisms in place with all of our schools.
• We have the mechanisms in place youth?

Keywords: 1136, house, all

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• on the idea but um the positive feedback on the idea but um the City<00:53:13.400><c> attorney</c><00
• Is there a mechanism to determine the legitimacy of a purported service animal?
• We don’t actually have a reliable mechanism for that, and so a big hope for this bill is that that mechanism
• So, like I said, there’s not really a mechanism for determining who is actually doing it, but I would
• </c><05:06:48.878><c> for</c> said there's not really a mechanism for said there's not really a mechanism

Keywords: 928, house, all

Summary: The committee held a work session on a bill arising from the Lee case involving animal seizures and humane society involvement. Members and the commissioner discussed concerns about due process, lack of clear notice to animal owners, the need for owners to understand when they are surrendering ownership, and whether humane agents should have additional training or certification. Several members also questioned the role of the NH SPCA and humane societies, the absence of oversight, and whether there was any financial or policy conflict in their involvement. The commissioner said the Department of Agriculture does not have a direct relationship with humane societies, but does coordinate with police on seizures, and noted that problems tend to arise when agencies do not consult the department first. Testimony and discussion focused on possible fixes to the bill, including clearer written notice of rights, requiring a third-party qualified veterinarian or other neutral evaluator, establishing the condition of animals at the time of seizure for later court proceedings, and possibly using teleconferencing with a veterinarian in limited circumstances. Some members suggested the bill may need a broader study committee, while others said it should be amended now rather than delayed. The chair said the bill would be worked on further and sent to the subcommittee for more detailed review. The committee then opened a hearing on HB 250, which would allow local governing bodies to regulate dog muzzling. Representative Jodi Newell testified that the bill was intended to let municipalities respond to dangerous dogs, citing Keene’s attempt to require muzzling after a serious incident but lack of clear authority under current law. Deborah LeBlanc also testified about a dog attack that seriously injured her dog and said a muzzle requirement could have prevented the attack. Committee members asked about the incident, existing dog-control laws, and whether the dog had been leashed; the discussion suggested the bill was meant to clarify local authority over muzzling as a public safety measure.

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• I know that SB 747 certainly has drawn a lot of feedback, but it also draws a clear line, a line that
• So I appreciate, again, the commentary and the feedback. Respectfully ask for an aye vote.
• Again, the commentary and the feedback, respectfully ask for an aye vote. Thank you.
• have a long history of providing public benefits such as the ICC for electrical standards, UL for mechanical

Summary: The Senate took up a series of third-reading bills covering horse racing, local taxation, consumer financial security, elections, utilities, batteries, sexual health, body-worn cameras, property tax treatment for inherited homes, adoptee birth records, youth housing bonds, workers’ compensation, and civil rights. SB 795 on horse racing, SB 762 allowing Hercules to seek voter approval for a sales tax increase, SB 505 requiring two-factor authentication for money transmitter platforms, SB 46 barring California ballot access for presidential candidates who have already served two terms, SB 73 restricting federal access to voting machines without a court order, SB 327 on utility oversight and ratepayer protections, SB 501 expanding battery producer responsibility, SB 608 on school contraceptive access, SB 691 on EMS-related redaction of body-worn camera footage, SB 288 clarifying Proposition 19 timing for inherited homes in probate, SB 381 giving adoptees access to original birth certificates, SB 492 creating a youth housing bond, SB 555 increasing permanently partially disabled workers’ benefits, and SB 747 creating a civil cause of action for constitutional violations by federal officers were all debated and advanced. Most measures passed on roll call, with SB 505 and SB 288 approved by unanimous roll call, and SB 73 carrying an urgency clause that also passed unanimously. Debate on SB 747 was the most extensive and contentious. Supporters argued the bill was needed to hold federal officers accountable for alleged constitutional violations, especially in immigration enforcement, and described it as a civil-rights remedy for people harmed by federal agents. Opponents said existing federal and state remedies already cover such conduct, warned the bill was politically motivated, and argued it could increase litigation and strain law enforcement resources. The bill nevertheless passed on a 30-10 vote, with the urgency clause also approved. SB 492 on youth housing also drew debate over state bonding and debt, with supporters emphasizing early intervention for homeless and foster youth and opponents arguing the state should avoid borrowing and instead fund projects through the budget; it passed 30-9 on both urgency and the measure. Other bills also drew focused testimony. SB 555 was presented as a long-overdue cost-of-living adjustment for permanently partially disabled workers’ benefits, and SB 381 was supported as a way to give adopted adults access to their original birth certificates for identity and medical-history reasons. SB 691 was framed as a privacy measure for patients receiving medical or psychological treatment, while SB 501 was described as closing a gap in California’s battery recycling and safety rules by adding medium-format batteries used in e-bikes and portable power systems. SB 762 was presented as a local option for Hercules to address revenue shortfalls, and SB 46 and SB 73 both centered on election integrity and constitutional questions, with members split over federal-state authority and ballot access.

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• I know that SB 747 certainly has drawn a lot of feedback, but it also draws a clear line, a line that
• So I appreciate, again, the commentary and the feedback. Respectfully ask for an aye vote.
• Again, the commentary and the feedback. Respectfully ask for an aye vote. Thank you.
• have a long history of providing public benefits, such as the ICC for electrical standards, UL for mechanical

Keywords: 987, senate, all

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• Do you want to talk about that and give us some feedback as to how this legislation paid for their services
• Do you want to talk about that and give us some feedback as to how this legislation will not have a detrimental
• providers offers questionable additional benefits while potentially undermining the quality assurance mechanisms
• When we talk about implementing this bill, did you, by chance, get any feedback from law enforcement

Summary: The committee considered a long agenda of bills, with most measures reported favorably after brief sponsor presentations, amendments, and roll calls. Early bills included SB 658 on lien waivers/releases, SB 736 on Brownfields redevelopment, SB 1002 on utility service restrictions, SB 1132 on right-to-repair for certain equipment, and SB 1378 on restitution for leaving the scene of a crash involving property damage. Each was amended or discussed as needed and then approved by the committee. The committee also advanced SB 768 on foreign control interests in health care licensing, SB 772 on school diabetes management and access to glucagon, SB 1400 on removal of altered sexual depictions posted without consent, SB 1696 on prearranged transportation services, and SB 1374 on school district reporting requirements for educator arrests and misconduct. Several bills drew notable public testimony and debate. SB 1132 prompted strong support from the sponsor and agriculture interests, but opposition from equipment dealers, technology groups, and wireless industry representatives who argued the market already provides repair options and that the bill could harm dealer networks and security. SB 1730, the Live Local/affordable housing bill, received extensive discussion about parking reductions, height and density preemption, attorney’s fees, local government authority, and impacts on Monroe County and other areas; the committee adopted an amendment and reported the bill favorably despite concerns from some members and advocates about parking, due process, and local control. SB 606 on public lodging and food service establishments also generated significant debate, with opponents warning it could displace long-term guests and vulnerable families, while the sponsor said it clarifies transient occupancy and removes ambiguity in the removal process; the bill passed after the committee rejected a related amendment. Other measures advanced with less controversy. SB 576 updated service-of-process rules, and SB 1164 authorized email delivery of landlord-tenant notices if the parties agree in writing, though tenant advocates urged clearer safeguards and the sponsor said he was not yet committed to the House version. SB 940 prohibited the resale of restaurant reservations without consent and was supported by restaurant interests. SB 1690, allowing infant safety devices or “baby boxes” as a legal surrender option, drew emotional support from several witnesses who said it would provide anonymous, life-saving alternatives for mothers in crisis; the committee continued discussion into the latter part of the meeting. Throughout, the committee adopted several amendments, heard both support and opposition from industry, advocacy, and local-government witnesses, and reported the discussed bills favorably by recorded vote.

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• Do you want to talk about that and give us some feedback as to how this legislation...
• Do you want to talk about that and give us some feedback as to how this legislation will not have a detrimental
• providers offers questionable additional benefits while potentially undermining the quality assurance mechanisms
• When we talk about implementing this bill, did you, by chance, get any feedback from law enforcement

Summary: The Rules Committee took up a large agenda of bills, with many measures reported favorably after brief explanations, amendments, and testimony. Early bills included CS/SB 658 on lien waivers and releases, which was amended to preserve enforceability despite form differences and then passed; CS/CS/SB 736 on brownfields redevelopment, which drew support from business and redevelopment interests and passed; and CS/SB 1002 on utility service restrictions, which was amended to bar certain building or fire code provisions affecting fuel-source choices and then passed despite opposition from environmental advocates. The committee also advanced CS/CS/SB 1132 on right-to-repair for certain equipment, where manufacturers, dealer representatives, and industry groups warned the bill could undermine dealer networks and existing repair programs, while supporters argued it would improve consumer access and help farmers and equipment owners. The bill still passed. Other measures reported favorably included CS/SB 1378 on restitution for leaving the scene of property-damage crashes, CS/CS/SB 768 on foreign-country controlling interests in health care licensing, CS/SB 772 on school access to glucagon for diabetes emergencies, CS/SB 1400 on removal of nonconsensual altered sexual depictions, and CS/SB 1696 on transportation network company impersonation and transit funding. A major portion of the meeting focused on affordable housing. CS/SB 1730, a follow-up to the Live Local Act, made several changes to zoning, height, density, parking, moratorium, and enforcement provisions, with members raising concerns about parking reductions, attorney’s fees, local control, and impacts in the Keys and other sensitive areas. Supporters said the bill closes loopholes and improves workforce housing implementation, while some witnesses urged additional exemptions for areas of critical state concern. The bill was reported favorably after amendment. Later, the committee considered several bills from Senator Leak, including CS/SB 576 on service of process, CS/SB 606 on public lodging and food service establishments, and CS/SB 1164 on electronic delivery of landlord-tenant notices. CS/SB 606 drew substantial debate over whether hotels and extended-stay properties should be able to remove nonpaying guests without treating them like residential tenants; the sponsor said the bill clarifies transient occupancy and removes mandatory arrest provisions, and it passed. CS/SB 1164, which allows email notice delivery by agreement, passed despite concerns from tenant advocates that the bill should include clearer consent and safeguards. The committee also approved CS/SB 1374 on school district reporting of educator arrests and misconduct, CS/SB 940 on third-party restaurant reservation sales, and began hearing CS/SB 1690 on surrendered infants, which would authorize infant safety devices or “baby boxes” as a legal surrender option, with supportive testimony from proponents describing crisis situations and the need for anonymous surrender options.

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• until October, allowing this to move as a vehicle through both houses, provide amendments, provide feedback
• Given the scale of that investment, the state would benefit from a stronger independent mechanism for
• But I do want to highlight that, as much as I appreciate that feedback, I have not yet seen any of those
• A lot of that is with administering funds, as well as other reporting mechanisms.

Keywords: 987, senate, all