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• Um, in the front, so the social access pass definition, um, social activities as provided in this section
• This is social, and it specifies in the bill that it's for social activities such as school dances, college
• But I guess when you have a basketball game, it could be the same risk as a social... homeschool dances
• it could be the same risk as a social The—I guess when you have a basketball game, it could be the same
• But I guess when you have a basketball game, it could be the same risk as a social...

Committee: Senate Education

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• Individuals without social work degrees may be skilled and dedicated public servants with backgrounds
• </c> all in social work. all in social work.
• </c> actually trained as a social worker? actually trained as a social worker?
• </c> do not hold a social work degree. do not hold a social work degree.
• </c> a trained social worker. a trained social worker.

Committee: Senate Health and Human Services

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• We open it up to Game and Fish, Pinal County Sheriff's Office. We've had Marana.
• Game and Fish routinely uses...
• Game and Fish calls us, which they have.
• Arizona Game and Fish routinely uses our academy for their officers.
• It is a very skilled profession.

Committee: House House Public Safety & Law Enforcement Committee of Reference

Summary: The committee first heard HB 2641, which would ban firefighting foam containing intentionally added PFAS chemicals. The sponsor said the bill is intended to protect firefighters and the public from cancer-linked “forever chemicals” that can contaminate groundwater, and cited other states and prior Arizona action banning the foam for training. Testimony from a University of Arizona public health researcher and a firefighters’ association representative supported the bill, saying alternatives exist and that current stockpiles and continued use still expose firefighters and water supplies. Members asked about environmental impacts, alternatives, procurement, and stockpiles. The bill passed unanimously, 15-0. The committee then considered HB 2602, which appropriates $24 million from the general fund for a 10% pay increase for Department of Public Safety employees in fiscal year 2027. The sponsor and supporters argued the raise is needed for recruitment and retention, noting vacancies, turnover, and the cost of training new troopers. Several members raised budget concerns but said they supported the goal of better pay for law enforcement and state employees more broadly. Others discussed whether pay should be addressed across all agencies or through a broader statewide compensation approach. The bill received a do-pass recommendation on a 10-2-3 vote. Finally, the committee heard HB 2225, which would provide $10 million for capital costs for the Northern Arizona Regional Training Academy in Yavapai County, with the money exempt from lapsing until 2029. Supporters said the academy is too small for current demand, serves multiple northern Arizona agencies and some statewide partners, and would reduce travel and lodging costs for training. Testimony emphasized regional oversight, cultural awareness training, and the academy’s role in officer education and retention. Some members questioned whether the state should fund a county-based academy and raised concerns about the bill’s structure and broader budget priorities; one member also objected to law enforcement practices in their community. The bill was moved forward with a do-pass recommendation, though the roll-call vote was not fully shown in the transcript excerpt.

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• Data shows that the average American teen spends more than five hours a day on social media, usually
• Data shows that the average American teen spends more than five hours a day on social media, usually
• Often in more than five hours a day on social media, usually on their phones.
• Often in schools and research shows that three or more hours a day on social media doubles kids' risks
• The North Dakota Game and Fish Department is charged with stewardship of the state's fish, game, and

Summary: The Senate convened with prayer, pledge, roll call, and a quorum present, then approved a motion to lay over House Bill 1525 for one legislative day. It also voted not to concur with House amendments on Senate Bills 2294, 2297, 2070, 4017, and 2262, appointing conference committees for each. The chamber then took up a series of House bill amendments and final-passage votes. On amendments, the Senate adopted changes to House Bill 1229 on fleeing law enforcement and driving-record transparency after debate over insurance impacts and public safety; House Bill 1510 on teacher retention, on-site child care, and licensure study language; House Bill 1160 to restrict student personal electronic devices during instructional time; House Bill 1429 to address drone harassment and stalking of animals; House Bill 1203 to harmonize medical marijuana provisions; House Bill 1600 to create a UND immigration clinic with reporting requirements; House Bill 1130 to broaden K-12 funding formula changes and reduce state fiscal impact; House Bill 1279 to modify the coal conversion tax exemption; House Bill 1442 to adjust membership and scope of a state task force; and House Bill 1464 to convert a maternal care services proposal into a study and remove the appropriation. The Senate rejected an amendment to House Bill 1022 concerning the Retirement and Investment Office bonus program, then passed the bill. It also passed House Bill 1234 on a $90 million transfer to reduce PERS liability, while rejecting a floor amendment to it. On final passage, the Senate passed House Bills 1008 (Public Service Commission budget), 1218 (temporary moratorium and study on economic analysis for drain projects), 1234 (PERS funding transfer), 1146 (PERS defined contribution cleanup and emergency clause), 1355 (expanded notice for administrative rulemaking), 1470 (Game and Fish fee changes and guide/outfitter updates), 1029 (Capital Grounds Planning Commission duties), 1017 (Game and Fish budget), 1374 (township supervisor open-meeting exemption for on-site inspections), and 1064 (NC-SARA membership and distance education regulation). It defeated House Bill 1583 on false political advertisements with civil-action language and House Bill 1393 on earned wage access provider regulation. The transcript ends as the Senate begins consideration of House Bill 1326 on self-defense and unlawful firearm possession by felons.

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• Currently, county fish and game commissions can use revenue generated from violations of the Fish and
• Game Code to protect fish and wildlife.
• Those hours represent learning to communicate, to stay safe, and to build crucial life skills.

Summary: The Assembly Appropriations Committee met on April 8, 2026, with a quorum established and 59 bills listed for consideration. The committee first approved two consent calendars: several bills were sent to the Assembly floor on a due-pass basis, and a smaller set was approved due-pass but not eligible for the floor consent calendar. The proposed suspense calendar was then deemed approved without individual debate on those measures. The committee heard several bills in regular order. AB 1977, sponsored by the Secretary of State, would clean up and clarify the Online Notarization Act to support implementation by 2030; it drew no opposition and was approved. AB 2011 would codify existing federal mental health parity standards into state law; supporters said it would preserve enforcement authority, while health plans opposed it as premature given federal uncertainty and possible premium impacts; the bill was placed on the B roll call. AB 1673 would give county fish and game commissions more flexibility to use certain revenues for wildlife conflict prevention, and it advanced on an A roll call. AB 2233 would allow unused authorized ABA therapy hours for children with autism to be made up within the authorization period; supporters emphasized access and continuity of care, while insurers warned of higher costs and reduced utilization safeguards; it advanced on an A roll call. AB 1660, as amended, would give courts more flexibility in cases involving financial institutions and public guardians/conservators, with supporters saying it could save counties time and money; it was approved due-pass as amended. During general public comment, speakers voiced support for AB 2081 and AB 1667, and opposition to AB 1777. After public comment and final vote recording for absent members, the committee adjourned.

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• Prior to last year, our school had only won one boys basketball state tournament game.
• A self-taught artist, Pratt spent decades in law enforcement using his skills to revolutionize forensic
• I believe it was for a game day palm. If I'm not, I'm seeing a lot of head nodding there.

Bills: SR34

Summary: The Senate convened with roll call, prayer, pledges, and several floor introductions recognizing the Doctor of the Day, Nurse of the Day, and Psychologist of the Day. Members also welcomed the Dover High School boys basketball team, which was honored for winning the Class B-2 state championship and the first basketball title in school history after a 30-2 season; coaches and a team representative briefly thanked the Senate for the recognition. The chamber then considered Senate Resolution 34 honoring the late Harvey Pratt, a longtime OSBI employee, Cheyenne Peace Chief, Marine Corps veteran, and artist known for his forensic work and public memorials. Senator Weaver spoke in support, praised Pratt’s legacy and service, and announced that the new OSBI building at the Chesapeake Complex is planned to be named for him if the family approves. The resolution was adopted unanimously, and members were made coauthors by unanimous consent. The remainder of the session featured multiple gallery introductions for Edmond Day at the Capitol, including Leadership Edmond and several Edmond-area state champions: Edmond Memorial and Edmond North palm squads, Edmond North boys powerlifting, individual wrestling and swimming champions, and Edmond Memorial volleyball champions. Senator Jett also introduced visiting OSU students and TeamPack participants. The only announced action after introductions was a reminder about a gubernatorial debate that evening, followed by adjournment until Tuesday, March 31 at 1:30 p.m.

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• We currently have other scholarships, for example, for social workers, nurses, some of those areas that
• Communication Skills in Spanish program.
• This is an educational strategy to build on the capacity and skills of our. next generation of professionals
• course that we develop as Interprofessional education for students that want to develop their language skills
• because on the back of the FIR it says the UNM School of Medicine has offered clinical communication skills

Bills: SB106 , SB171 , SB179 , SB106 , SB171 , SB179

Committees: Senate Senate Education , Senate House Education

Keywords: graduate scholarship, higher education funding, New Mexico, appropriation, financial aid, education, documentary, historical figure, Padre Antonio Jose Martinez, Northern New Mexico State School, SB179, Senate Bill 179, UNM, University of New Mexico, medical Spanish, Spanish-language curriculum, health sciences, health professions education, language access, bilingual healthcare

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• They already offer GEDs and skills-based training.
• We also do integrated education and skills training.
• So, Donnie Wilder is working... ...skills training.
• So, Donnie Wilder is working toward a skill certificate.
• That covers reading comprehension, mathematics, social studies, and science.

Bills: HB266 , SB85 , SB166 , HB266 , SB85 , SB166

Committee: Senate Education Policy

Keywords: education, diploma, adult education, dropout prevention, nontraditional high school program, driver's license eligibility, vaccination exemption, religious exemption, medical exemption, vaccine mandate, testing requirement, public schools, K-12, students, parents, guardians, higher education, college enrollment, university attendance, public institutions of higher education

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• From the helicopter hoist, I'll use the example of the game wardens. Parks and Wildlife.
• including the Panhandle brush fires. ...another, and Storm Ranch will give responders statewide the skills
• This facility ensures that when the rivers rise, Texas responders... ...have the skills, the confidence

Bills: SB3 , SB 3

Committee: Senate Finance

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• So, in so much as Gary Thompson is a celebrated chef and skilled entrepreneur, he has become a beloved
• Gary Thompson is a celebrated<00:16:49.920><c> chef</c><00:16:50.240><c> and</c><00:16:50.480><c> skilled
• </c> celebrated chef and skilled celebrated chef and skilled entrepreneur,<00:16:52.000><c> he</c><00
• /c><00:18:26.799><c> to</c> House Bill 424, an act relating to House Bill 424, an act relating to social
• </c><00:18:29.360><c> House</c> social work. Representative Hein. House social work.

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• , and sometimes it's because we skills, and sometimes it's because we don't<00:46:03.680><c> actually
• That's just not the game we play now. Other states do play that game like that's their model.
• </c><01:32:11.040><c> we</c> Minnesota that's just not the game we Minnesota that's just not the game
• </c> play now other states do play that game play now other states do play that game like<01:32:14.800
• </c> We're playing a long game, and I think that's one of the challenges.

Bills: HF4862 , HF4598

Committee: House Workforce, Labor, and Economic Development Finance and Policy

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• </c><00:44:50.160><c> security</c> this address, your social security this address, your social security
• Chairman of Gaming. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
• </c> gaming commission advertise that. gaming commission advertise that.
• I don't doubt the lady's sincerity, but this is the only game in town.
• I don't doubt the lady's sincerity, but this is the only game in town.

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• Trying to game the system. Chair will delete the second registration. Mr.
• So much so that you're changing the goalposts mid-game.
• Only cowards and cheaters change the rules in. middle of the game.
• I'm a licensed social worker. I worked in Austin housing and homeless.
• You can't change the rules just because you don't like the way the game is going.

Bills: HB4

Committee: House Congressional Redistricting, Select

Transcript Highlights:

• They worry about the fact that when they go to the Social Security Administration, they can't make a
• It has been part of the long game China's been playing for decades.
• And it's time for us to revoke the privilege we gave them to play in our game.
• To support those types of investigations would be a game-changer. Yeah. Okay. Thank you.
• Someone answering the phone for hours if they call for help to social security.

Committee: Senate Aging (Special) Committee

Keywords: Chinese Communist Party, retirement security, investment risks, SEC enforcement, Bipartisan action

Summary: The meeting primarily addressed concerns regarding the impact of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) on American investments and the financial security of retirees. The chair discussed legislation aimed at ensuring the protection of American investors against the risks posed by Chinese companies. There was a consensus among the members regarding the necessity to enforce existing policies that require compliance from foreign companies wishing to trade on American exchanges. The discussion included testimony from various stakeholders highlighting the urgent need to limit exposure to the CCP in retirement portfolios. Additionally, there were calls for increased accountability of regulatory bodies such as the SEC to better shield American investors from potential loss.

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• They had a couple of different questions that we're going to supply back to them, kind of a game plan
• And that was actually our goal was to try to have a relationship around a particular skill.
• and leadership and management skills to be able to progress through that workforce.
• and leadership and management skills to be able to progress through that workforce.
• Not only across this country, but across the globe, people with technology skills are in high demand.

Summary: The committee first heard a presentation from the Environment Department on PFAS contamination in private wells in La Cienega, Santa Fe County. Staff said the plume likely came from historic use of firefighting foam associated with airport and National Guard fire-training activities, with possible additional contribution from septic systems and consumer products. They described the contamination as affecting about 200 private wells, the short-term response of providing residential filters through a $2 million legislative appropriation, and ongoing work to define the plume’s full extent, identify responsible parties, and consider longer-term regional water solutions. Members asked about filter costs, replacement schedules, disposal of used cartridges, follow-up testing, health studies, and whether cleanup or containment had begun; the department said cleanup would follow once the plume is fully mapped and that DOH is soliciting interest in a blood study. The committee also discussed the need to track disposal of PFAS filters and the possibility of broader statewide capacity for similar work. The committee then took up abandoned uranium mine cleanup. NMED and EMNRD staff reviewed the new uranium mine reclamation program created by HB 164, the state dashboard tracking sites, and the FY26 appropriation of $20 million for neglected contaminated sites, of which $12 million is being used for neglected uranium mines and the remainder for other contaminated sites. They said six contractors were hired, three priority sites in Grant County are moving forward quickly, and additional sites are being prepared for possible FY27 work. Members pressed for details on how funds are spent, why the revolving fund remains unfunded, how federal, state, tribal, and landowner requirements are coordinated, where contaminated material will be moved, and whether cleanup could also address homes built with contaminated materials. Staff said the work is governed by multiple regulatory layers, that the state is seeking an additional $25 million for FY27-FY28 plus a time extension, and that partnerships with tribes would require longer-term agreements. The committee also discussed federal cleanup efforts and the new Good Samaritan law, with members urging stronger advocacy for New Mexico sites, including tribal lands, and asking whether the Attorney General should pursue legal action against federal parties responsible for legacy contamination. Staff explained that some sites are already covered by settlement funds tied to responsible parties, while neglected sites are those with no responsible party and no other cleanup program. The committee then heard from EMNRD on Class VI carbon sequestration primacy. Staff said New Mexico currently has no operating Class VI wells, about 27 Class II acid-gas injection wells are operating, and only a small number might be candidates for conversion. They explained that the state’s primacy application would require more public outreach than federal rules alone, and that cost estimates for post-injection site care are based on long planning horizons, with some costs borne by operators and some by the state after closure. No votes were taken on the substantive items discussed; the committee approved the prior meeting minutes and took a brief recess between presentations.

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• Any, and any portion or room...” “...Social and Health Services.
• I’m Jeff Kumboski here on behalf of the Washington Health Care Association, which represents 374 skilled
• I'm Jeff Kumboski here on behalf of the Washington Health Care Association, which represents 374 skilled
• somebody who's in an assisted living facility might have a little less care needs than somebody in skilled
• activities, the bus that takes people who need to go shopping... ...social activities, the bus that

Bills: HB2299 , HB2118 , HB2236

Committee: House Housing

Keywords: seniors, independent living, ombudsman, elderly support, continuing care retirement communities, common interest communities, restrictions, property rights, homeowners association, community governance, housing finance, affordable housing, housing commission, state agency, financial assistance

Transcript Highlights:

• THEY DON'T HAVE THE RIGHT TO ORGANIZE THE GAMING. SENATOR BERMAN.
• SENATOR SIMON. >> THAT REALLY COMES DOWN TO THE GAMING COMMISSION.
• EVERY GAME IN THE CLASS III?
• IT WILL RELY ON THE GAMING COMMISSION BEING HONEST BROKERS.
• IT SHOULD BE A PERMANENT CORNERSTONE OF FLORIDA'S SOCIAL FABRIC.

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• Grant them continued vision for the good that is possible and the wisdom and skill to accomplish it.
• Registration requires that they know your citizenship, and that they get through the Social Security
• She's studying interdisciplinary studies and social science, with an emphasis on public policy.
• Chinese video game designer Zhou Bao touts having over 100 children born through surrogacy in the U.S
• His interests are entertainment, social welfare, law, and politics, of course.

Summary: The Senate convened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and a series of introductions recognizing interns, staff, visitors, and a military veteran. After routine announcements, the chamber took up several House-returned bills and special-order measures, with most motions to concur or refuse to concur adopted without objection. Early actions included unanimous concurrence in House amendments to SB 118 on RV park special assessments and SB 572 on ethics rules for public officers and employees, both passing 38-0. The Senate then debated and passed CS/CS/HB 991 on election integrity by a 27-12 vote after extensive opposition focused on voter registration documentation, student IDs, provisional ballots, and potential disenfranchisement; the sponsor defended the bill as a citizenship-verification and election-security measure. The chamber also passed CS/CS/SB 182, an education package combining several related provisions, by 37-0, and later approved SB 474 on military affairs by 39-0 after a technical amendment restoring certain retirement eligibility positions. The Senate refused to concur in the House amendment to CS/CS/CS/SB 1014 on municipal utility service, and refused to concur in the House strike-all amendment to SB 598 after the House had added composting language to the cremation definition. Several other messages were temporarily postponed. On the special-order calendar, the Senate passed CS/CS/HB 425 on historic cemeteries by 39-0, allowing historic Black cemetery boards to sell surplus property not used for burial to fund maintenance. It also passed HB 929 on chickee regulation by 39-0, limiting local restrictions on chickee construction and setting spacing, fire-safety, and permitting rules. SB 1370 on habitual traffic offender designation was substituted with identical CS/HB 35 and passed 39-0, expanding habitual offender treatment to repeated driving without a valid license. The chamber then returned to CS/CS/CS/SB 902, the Department of Health package, which was substituted with CS/HB 733 and amended to retain the Senate’s medical marijuana location limits, adjust NICU nutrition language, modify the dental student loan repayment program, and require a pediatric trauma center designation for certain specialty children’s hospitals; it passed 37-0. The Senate also moved CS/CS/CS/HB 905 on foreign influence to the special-order calendar and began debate on a strike-all amendment defining foreign terrorist organizations and foreign countries of concern, restricting gifts and business ties, tightening sister-city affiliations, and adding ethics training and reporting requirements, but the transcript ends before final action on that bill.

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• who were students at every grade level from first through 12th across English and math and history, social
• They're allowed to learn vital knowledge and skills and empathy for both the workforce, and to participate
• My name is Omar Ahmed, pediatrician in Elk Grove and the chair of Mass Social Services Foundation, and
• Collective Empowerment Coalition, Ground Game LA, Harvey Milk, LGBTQ Democratic Club, Hindus for Human
• Academy of the Sciences and Arts, Physicians for Social Responsibility, Sacramento, Pride at the Pier

Committee: House Education

Transcript Highlights:

• At its core, this bill is a civil rights and social justice bill, pure and simple.
• children are allowed to become the best of who they are, and they can learn not only vital knowledge and skills
• But addressing anti-Semitism is not a zero-sum game.
• I'm a retired school social worker.
• I'm a credentialed teacher of history and social science in the state of California.

Summary: The Assembly Education Committee held a special hearing on AB 715, with the authors presenting the bill as a response to rising anti-Semitism in K-12 schools. The authors said the measure is intended to strengthen protections for Jewish students, improve district accountability, expand the uniform complaint process, clarify protections related to religion and nationality, and create a state-level anti-Semitism coordinator. They emphasized that the bill was developed through collaboration with the Black, Latino, AAPI, and Jewish caucuses and argued it is meant to protect all students from hate while preserving legitimate classroom discussion. The hearing included extensive public testimony. Supporters, including students, parents, rabbis, Jewish organizations, and some educators, described harassment, biased curriculum, delayed or ineffective school responses, and fear among Jewish students and families. They urged the committee to act to make schools safer and more responsive. Opponents, including teachers, ethnic studies advocates, civil liberties groups, Palestinian rights advocates, and some Jewish parents, argued the bill was rushed, vague, and could chill academic freedom, censor discussion of Palestine and Israel, and expand complaints against teachers and school districts. Several witnesses said existing complaint and anti-discrimination systems already address these issues. Committee members then questioned the authors and witnesses about implementation, definitions, and possible effects on curriculum and school boards. The authors said the bill is still intent language and that details would be refined in further negotiations with stakeholders. Representatives from the California School Boards Association and California Teachers Association raised concerns about the new language and possible unintended consequences, while ACLU California Action said it had concerns but wanted to keep working on the bill. The transcript does not show a final vote or action taken on AB 715 during this hearing.