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• Also, we have four ex officio members, and our ex officios serve as our liaisons to the legislature,
• Multiple Gulf states have seen rampant AOB misuse, particularly in Florida.
• I spoke extensively with the commissioner from Florida about what was happening in their state.
• For background, in 2006, the legislature created the insurance fraud program within the Office of the
• We appreciate the opportunity to work with the OIC and the legislature, We appreciate the opportunity

Summary: The committee held a public hearing on an amended and restated tribal-state gaming compact with the Squaxin Island Tribe. Washington State Gambling Commission staff explained the compact amendment process and said the restatement consolidates six prior amendments, updates several appendices, and adds new provisions including high-limit room options and electronic table games. Squaxin Island representatives said the changes clarify the existing compact, improve casino regulation and management, and support tribal economic development and community services. Committee members expressed support, and the compact will next go through additional commission and legislative review before possible governor approval. The committee then heard Senate Bill 5831, which enacts the Uniform Mortgage Modification Act. Staff and the bill sponsor said the measure creates safe harbors for common mortgage modifications, clarifies when modifications must be recorded, and preserves the priority of modified mortgages in foreclosure without preempting other mortgage or lending laws. A Uniform Law Commission representative testified that the bill would advance protections by reducing uncertainty and costly attorney opinion requirements. There was no opposition testimony, and the public hearing closed without a vote. Senate Bill 6178, requested by the Insurance Commissioner, would prohibit contractors and others from soliciting or requiring post-loss assignments of property insurance benefits from insureds, making such agreements void and enforceable by the commissioner with civil penalties. The sponsor, Insurance Commissioner, and several supporters said the bill would protect homeowners after disasters from losing control of their claims and help prevent contractor abuse; a consumer attorney, PEMCO, and the National Insurance Crime Bureau also supported it. The committee then heard Senate Bill 6031, which expands and modernizes the state’s insurance fraud laws, classifies insurance fraud as a Class B felony, broadens reporting and investigative authority, and extends the fraud program to related crimes affecting insurers and consumers. The Insurance Commissioner, anti-fraud groups, and industry representatives supported the bill, while the Washington Society of CPAs said concerns about CPA language would be addressed by amendment. After public hearings, the committee moved to executive session, adopted a proposed substitute for SB 5928, and voted do-pass recommendations for SB 5928 as amended and SB 5919, sending both to Rules.

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• And the reason we were founded, among many reasons, is that the legislature was spending money and citizens
• And for a political body like the Louisiana Legislature to see what, and we're all familiar... ...with
• I know that it is the intent of the legislature that open meeting laws encourage the public to be engaged
• And the reason this was brought about is there was a similar lottery in Florida where an animal rights
• What happened in Florida is a similar lottery hunt, animal rights activists got that information and

Bills: HB55 , HB608 , HB997 , HB1035 , HB1045 , HB1048 , HB1049 , HB1057 , HB1131 , HB1177 , HB1201

Committee: House House and Governmental Affairs

Keywords: juror confidentiality, public records, criminal procedure, privacy, court disclosure, intercollegiate athletics, confidentiality, revenue sharing, student athletes, official journal, public notices, government transparency, local government, municipal website, school board notices, parish council, police jury, special districts, levee district, drainage district

Transcript Highlights:

• I want to say thank you because at the time there have been revenues available, the legislature has given
• I'm a former state attorney out of Florida.
• I would ask you, indeed, I would urge you to look toward my home state: Florida statute 321.24, Ohio,
• Tennessee, Florida, New York, New Mexico, Colorado—all have law enforcement auxiliaries that bridge
• I'm trying to figure out the legislature.

Committee: Senate Senate Public Safety Committee of Reference

Summary: The committee first heard SB 1452, which would create a cargo theft task force in the Attorney General’s office to coordinate with federal, state, and local law enforcement on theft and fraud involving cargo and freight. The Arizona Trucking Association supported the bill, describing cargo theft as organized and rapidly increasing. The committee reported SB 1452 out with a due pass recommendation on a 7-0 vote. Members then considered SB 1048, a $36 million appropriation for Coconino County to build a new juvenile court services facility and convert the existing juvenile detention center into a detox, sobriety, and crisis recovery center. The sponsor and supporters framed it as a juvenile services and recovery investment, while one member objected to funding one county in a tight budget year. The bill passed 4-3. The committee also heard SB 1092, which would prohibit early termination of lifetime probation for people convicted of dangerous crimes against children and apply the restriction retroactively. The sponsor argued it would keep child sex offenders under supervision, while opponents raised concerns about judicial discretion, retroactivity, and cases involving internet-related conduct or defendants with disabilities. After extensive testimony, the committee approved SB 1092 on a 4-3 vote. The committee next took up SB 1391, which would direct AZ POST to create a pilot law enforcement stress management and mental wellness training program, with a $950,000 appropriation and a sunset date in 2029. Supporters, including law enforcement advocates, said it would help officers manage trauma, improve retention, and support families. The bill passed unanimously. SB 1401, creating a golf tournament charity special plate and fund to support youth athletic programs in Tucson, also passed unanimously after brief supportive testimony from the Tucson Conquistadors. On SB 1314, a broad pay raise bill for probation staff, corrections, juvenile corrections, and DPS employees, supporters argued that recruitment and retention problems and vacancies justified the increases. Some members supported the concept but noted uncertainty about the cost and the broader budget picture. The bill passed 5-1. The committee then heard SB 1071, which would repeal statutory provisions relating to the Arizona Rangers. Testimony split sharply: the sponsor and some former members argued the organization lacked transparency and accountability, while current and former Rangers said the bill would undermine an important volunteer public safety auxiliary. Rather than vote, the chair held SB 1071 for further discussion and possible amendment. Finally, the committee began SB 1400, which would allow law enforcement agencies to establish confidential wellness and peer support programs for employees exposed to trauma; supporters said confidentiality is needed to encourage officers to seek help, and the roll call had begun when the transcript ended.

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• Frankly, it is the least this legislature can do.
• California is losing retirees and other veterans to other states such as Texas, Georgia, and Florida.
• decrease in the U.S. overall and far larger than the 12% and 27% decreases in states like Texas and Florida
• Throughout my tenure in the legislature, I've always maintained a steadfast commitment to our veterans

Committee: Senate Military and Veterans Affairs

Keywords: 987, senate, all

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• </c> Stoneman Douglas High School in Florida. Stoneman Douglas High School in Florida.
• </c> good gentleman from Florida, Mr. good gentleman from Florida, Mr.
• hikes for Florida Power and Light customers.
• </c> $7 billion and rate hikes for Florida $7 billion and rate hikes for Florida Power<05:36:53.200><
• </c> Florida is recognized. Florida is recognized.

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 1012, house, all

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• Marshal for the Southern District of Florida.
• As the Southern District of Florida Marshal, you conducted several successful initiatives.
• He was nominated by President Trump to serve as the marshal for the Southern District of Florida.
• Leading the men and women of the Southern District of Florida has been an exceptional honor.
• Amy Dade County, Florida, and a colleague of Mr. Sciaratta's for 30 years.

Committee: Senate Senate Judiciary

Keywords: fentanyl crisis, DEA, drug trafficking, public safety, Judea Serrata, Terrence Cole, judicial security, social media, drug prevention

Summary: The committee meeting centered on the urgent crisis of fentanyl abuse and the government’s response to the drug trafficking epidemic. Key discussions revolved around the nomination of Terrence Cole as the Administrator of the DEA and Judea Serrata as Director of the U.S. Marshals Service. Cole emphasized his commitment to combating the fentanyl crisis, highlighting the rising number of overdose deaths and the necessity of bipartisan efforts to dismantle drug cartels. Members engaged in dialogue on the effectiveness of various strategies and the importance of education aimed at preventing drug-related deaths among youth. Additionally, the challenges of social media in drug trafficking were highlighted, indicating a need for greater accountability in how platforms handle such issues. Senators voiced concerns about the impact of administration policies on judicial security and the resources available for marshals to perform their critical roles.

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• item to go to today, and today it is the appointment of the chair of the Board of Directors of Space Florida
• I referred to her as Governor Nunes as the chair of the Board of Directors of Space Florida.
• I'm also a Florida Veterans Hall of Famer.
• What I've noticed is that Florida has over 17,000 elderly veterans over age 65.
• debate on the appointment of Lieutenant Governor Jeanette Nunes to the chair of the Board of Space Florida

Committee: Senate Military and Veterans Affairs, Space, and Domestic Security

Summary: The Committee on Military, Veterans Affairs, Space, and Domestic Security met with a quorum present and heard one item: confirmation of Lieutenant Governor Jeanette M. Nunes as chair of the Board of Directors of Space Florida. Nunes was not present, and there were no questions from members. One appearance form was filed by Ellsworth Williams, who spoke about veterans’ issues, especially the rising suicide risk among older veterans, and described his organization’s counseling, referral, advocacy, and support services for elderly veterans and caregivers. After brief discussion, Senator Truenow moved to recommend confirmation of Lieutenant Governor Nunes. The committee adopted the motion without objection and then took a roll call vote, which resulted in a favorable recommendation for confirmation. Members then exchanged closing remarks thanking one another for service and noting the committee’s work on veterans and military issues. The meeting concluded with no further business and the committee adjourned.

Transcript Highlights:

• AND MEMBERS, SB 788 WOULD AUTHORIZE THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS
• Truenow: MEMBERS, THIS IS A REAL EXAMPLE OF A PRIVATE PARTNERSHIP WITH THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF VETERAN
• MORE CONVERSATION BUT THE WESTERN UNION SCHOONER IS IN ILL STATE OF REPAIR AND DOES NOT REPRESENT FLORIDA
• JUST WAIVING, OKAY, JOE MARINO FOR VETERANS FLORIDA IS WAIVING IN SUPPORT AND KAREN MORELLO.
• JOE MARINO AGAIN REPRESENTING VETERANS FLORIDA, WAIVING IN SUPPORT, THANK YOU VERY MUCH.

Keywords: 999, senate, all

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• . >> The Chair recognizes the gentleman from Florida, Mr. Heropoulos, for 5 minutes. Mr.
• Speaker, I recognize a very important man in our community, Dennis Voytoitz of Coco, Florida, who is
• Working under a permit authorized by the Florida Department of Wildlife and Conservation Commission,
• The gentleman from Florida is recognized for one minute. Well, thank you, Mr. Chairman.
• They stopped at a convenience store gas station in Jacksonville, Florida.

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, 1012, house, all

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• I mean, because in the legislature, I would be remiss if I said that could never happen again because
• It echoes some legislation that has been of great success in Texas and Florida.
• It, again, has had very good success in the states of Texas and Florida.

Bills: SB1288 , SB1705 , SB1878 , SB2019 , SB2118

Committee: Senate Local and County Government

Keywords: emergency management, federal funding, disaster relief, cost sharing, public assistance, bail reform, public funds, nonprofit organizations, political subdivisions, injunctive relief, criminal procedure, surety bond, judicial discretion, uniform bond schedule, liability insurance, judgments, insurance fund, Oklahoma, county sheriff, commissary

Summary: The Senate Local and County Government Committee heard several bills related to local government finance, liability, bail, and jail operations. Senate Bill 1288, by Senator Gillespie, would require the state and political subdivisions to equally share FEMA-related matching costs for federally declared disasters; supporters said it would codify long-standing practice and provide certainty for local governments, with an estimated fiscal impact of just under $4.9 million. After questions about future appropriations and delayed reimbursements, the bill advanced on a 9-0 vote. Senate Bill 2019, by Senator Logan, would create a political subdivision liability insurance guarantee program and fund to help local governments and shared insurance pools manage large federal civil rights judgments. Members questioned the bill’s scope and whether it applied to catastrophic events or civil rights cases; the author said it was intended to spread the burden of large judgments over time and reduce pressure on property taxpayers. The committee adopted a title-off motion and advanced the bill 7-2. Chair Hamilton presented Senate Bills 1705, 1878, and 2118. SB 1705 would bar nonprofits from bailing people out of jail if they receive public funds, with supporters citing public safety and opponents raising concerns about impacts on nonprofit and church-based assistance; it passed 7-2. SB 1878 would establish a uniform bail schedule, limit personal recognizance release for certain repeat or higher-risk offenders, and require court approval to lower certain bonds; it also passed 7-2. SB 2118 would clarify how county sheriffs may use commissary funds for jail-related purposes such as training, equipment, inmate care, and operations; it passed 7-2. The committee then adjourned.

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• product will be in convenience stores, grocery stores, and other locations throughout Alabama and the Florida
• well as resort destinations and nightlife hubs in... ...resort destinations, nightlife hubs in the Florida
• Passed this option that I've brought before this committee and that I want to see this legislature pass

Bills: HB441

Committee: House Health

Keywords: speech-language pathology, licensure, clinical supervision, educational qualifications, healthcare assistant, sessions, 2025-R, 1, 219

Transcript Highlights:

• product will be in convenience stores, grocery stores, and other locations throughout Alabama and the Florida
• as well as resort destinations and nightlife hubs in... resort destinations, nightlife hubs in the Florida
• Passed this option that I've brought before this committee and that I want to see this legislature pass

Bills: HB445 , HB477 , SB274 , HB441

Committee: House Health

Keywords: hemp-derived cannabinoids, CBD, THC, delta-8, delta-9, delta-10, consumable hemp products, psychoactive cannabinoids, cannabinoid regulation, hemp licensing, ABC Board, Alcoholic Beverage Control Board, retail hemp sales, wholesale hemp distribution, hemp tax, excise tax, age verification, underage sales, product testing, certificate of analysis

Transcript Highlights:

• When the legislature passed the shield law in 2022, it was done with nearly unanimous support across
• We look forward to working with the legislature again on this bipartisan issue at this critical moment
• First, I express our deep gratitude to the legislature for the bold and principled actions...
• As a trans man, I am also a domestic refugee from the state of Florida.
• So we wanted to urge the legislature to consider simply dropping the restriction post-24 weeks.

Committee: Senate Senate Committee on Steering and Policy

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The Senate Committee on Steering and Policy held a public hearing on potential updates to Massachusetts’ 2022 Shield Law to strengthen protections for reproductive and gender-affirming health care. Chair Cindy Friedman said the hearing was prompted by escalating federal and out-of-state threats, and testimony was sought on loopholes and clarifications involving emergency abortion care, limits on cooperation with outside investigations, protection of patient data, and safeguarding licenses of providers and attorneys involved in this care. The Attorney General’s Office, ACLU of Massachusetts, GLBTQ Legal Advocates and Defenders, Reproductive Equity Now, the Massachusetts Medical Society, TransHealth, and Health Imperatives all supported strengthening the law. Witnesses urged broader bans on sharing health data with hostile states, explicit AG enforcement authority, exclusion of reproductive and gender-affirming prescriptions from the prescription monitoring program, protections for electronic medical records, and allowing clinicians to use practice names on prescription labels. Several speakers also called for protections for parents of transgender youth, attorneys, and nonprofit organizations, and some raised related concerns about insurance discrimination and the burden of post-24-week abortion restrictions. Committee members asked questions about enforcement mechanisms, data privacy, patient consent, and how to balance interoperability with privacy protections in electronic records. Witnesses said the goal was to prevent immediate harm while preserving patient control and access to care. No votes were taken during the hearing, and the chair closed by inviting written testimony and then moved to adjourn the hearing.

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• We see Scott here at the legislature lobbying us.
• This resolution is to express the sincere and heartfelt condolence of the Senate of the Legislature of
• Therefore, be it resolved that the Senate of the Legislature of Louisiana extends its deepest sympathy
• Was it members in the legislature or members of Congress?" "I think so.
• If the legislature fails to enact a new...

Bills: SCR12 , HB221 , HB509 , HCR58 , HB75 , HB1222 , SB121 , SB312 , SB348 , SB485 , SCR9 , SCR58 , SB65 , SB215 , SB249 , SB269 , SB282 , SB296 , SB323 , SB363 , SB369 , SB474 , SB490 , SB492 , SB500 , SB514 , HCR54 , HCR79 , HCR87 , HCR94 , HCR104 , HCR32 , HB944 , HB17 , HB41 , HB73 , HB223 , HB244 , HB410 , HB750 , HB759 , HB906 , HB966 , HB1006 , HB1009 , HB1086 , HB1107 , HB1112 , HB1215 , HB1242 , SB208 , SB217 , SB283 , SB387 , SB389 , SB401 , SB408 , SB469 , HB74 , HB119 , HB368 , HB414 , HB552 , HB732 , HB776 , HB848 , HB870 , HB953 , HB956 , HB1236 , SB29 , SB42 , SB43 , SB78 , SB149 , SB274 , SB300 , SB341 , SB382 , SB441 , SB449 , HB134 , HB210 , HB258 , HB359 , HB468 , HB784 , HB1117

Keywords: logging, recognition, John Keith, environment, safety, Mississippi River bridge, Trump Expressway, transportation, federal funding, Louisiana highways, injection wells, public hearing, geologic sequestration, environmental impact, public comment, Ascension Parish, state capitol, economic development, community partnership, celebration day

Summary: The Senate convened with a quorum, received a prayer and pledge, adopted the journal, and heard messages from the House reporting final passage of several Senate bills and concurrence in SCR 86 and 87. The chamber also observed personal privileges honoring the lives of Edith K. Kirkpatrick and Susan Ann Traylor Bidick, with family members present and a moment of silence held for Bidick. The House later refused concurrence on Senate amendments to HB 42 and HB 159. The Senate then took up a series of resolutions, most of which were adopted without objection. These included studies on energy infrastructure and modernization (SR 174, amended to add an alternative energy industry representative and a consumer advocate), breast pump Medicaid reimbursement (SR 175), digital student IDs (SR 176), lethality assessment protocols in domestic violence cases (SR 177), problem gambling prevention (SR 178), community water system grading (SR 179), condolences for Sharon Courtney (SR 180), and expansion of the Louisiana Tumor Registry (SR 181). The chamber also adopted SCR 85 honoring the Sam Houston High School Broncos baseball team after a recorded vote of 36 yeas and 8 nays. On bills returned from the House, HB 1222 on grocery initiative grants failed on final passage by a vote of 18 yeas and 19 nays. SB 312 had House amendments rejected, SB 348 and SB 485 had House amendments concurred in, and SB 121 on congressional redistricting was the subject of extensive debate over racial gerrymandering, district configuration, and expected litigation before the Senate concurred in the House amendments by 28 yeas and 10 nays. The Senate also concurred in several House concurrent resolutions, including studies or reports on flooded corn and migratory waterfowl, deer hunting with dogs in Kisatchie National Forest, support for a Senator Kennedy letter to the Fish and Wildlife Service, boating safety reporting, and subsurface data review. Finally, HB 944 creating a Women’s Health Consortium within the Department of Health was amended to address funding concerns and convert it into a more task-force-like structure, then passed 37-0 with nine coauthors. The Senate then recessed until 1:30 p.m. to continue work, including conference committee reports.

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• From the gentleman from Florida, Mr.
• From the gentleman from Florida, Mr.
• The gentlewoman from Florida, Ms.
• :37:20.718><c> is</c> &gt;&gt; The gentleoman from Florida is &gt;&gt; The gentleoman from Florida is
• </c><08:56:46.318><c> In</c> state of Florida especially hard. In state of Florida especially hard.

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, 1012, house, all

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• Gossett Seidman: With over 1,200 people moving to Florida every day and sales of vessels and boats up
• Gossett Seidman: There have been a series of incidents in southeastern Florida specifically.
• Cross: You know, updating the Florida stormwater rule a couple years ago.
• Chair: We have Brendon Burke waiving in support from Florida Home Builders.
• Chair: We have Chris Lines of Florida Association of Mitigation waiving in support.

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• He was appointed as the vice mayor and then elected to the Florida House of Representatives in 2018 war
• Three Florida statutes is created to read. >> Okay. Thank you so that you're okay. Thank you.
• Who pays for the survey would be the company or would it be the state of Florida and taxpayers?
• I mean, practically speaking right, there's 100,000 ish acres of this land in Florida.
• Gold medal, Florida Chamber of Commerce waives in support.

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• KAREN WITH FLORIDA BEER WHOLESALERS IS HERE FOR INFORMATION ONLY.
• I DON'T KNOW HOW THAT HELPS FLORIDA FARMERS WHEN WE ARE IMPORTING ALL THE MATERIALS SO I WOULD LIKE YOU
• JODI JAMES, FLORIDA CANNABIS ACTION NETWORK IS A PROPONENT.
• IN THE STATE OF FLORIDA WE DON'T TAX VITAMINS, DON'T TAX SUPPLEMENTS AND WHILE I RECOGNIZE YOU'RE TRYING
• IT SIMPLY ADDRESSES THE PATIENT COST-SHARING REQUIREMENTS AS CURRENTLY DEFINED IN FLORIDA STATUTES.

Transcript Highlights:

• Her mom, Jade Meadler, came to the state legislature and fought for hemp to be legalized for her daughter
• including FDA, HHS, and even the National Institute on Drug Abuse, Johns Hopkins, and the University of Florida
• including FDA, HHS, and even the National Institute on Drug Abuse, Johns Hopkins, and the University of Florida
• agencies including FTA, HHS, and even National Institute of Drug Abuse, Johns Hopkins University of Florida
• have recognized the importance of regulatory, to drug abuse, Johns Hopkins University of Florida have

Bills: HB305 , HB395 , HB341

Committee: Senate Health & Social Services

Keywords: hemp, marijuana, THC regulations, cannabis products, adult-use industry, public health, youth protection, child support, reunification, Department of Services for Children, family court, liability

Summary: The committee met in late June with Senators Hansen, Buckson, Siegfried, Townsend, and Huxable present, and first approved the meeting minutes by voice vote. The opening bill, HB 341, would limit DFS from filing child support in foster care cases unless doing so would not hinder reunification; Children’s Department staff said the department has already decided to stop filing in all such cases, with an estimated fiscal impact of about $140,000 annually. Public testimony from the League of Women Voters supported the bill as a compassionate measure to help families reunite. The committee then heard HB 446/related anaphylaxis legislation for colleges and universities, which would allow institutions to stock and use intranasal epinephrine alongside auto-injectors and update training and reporting requirements. The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America supported the measure, emphasizing the need for needle-free options and faster treatment of anaphylaxis. The committee also took up HS1 for HB 356 on PFAS, which would ban firefighting foam containing PFAS beginning in 2028, require disclosure if PPE contains PFAS, and address recalls; DNREC and the fire service supported it, saying most departments have already transitioned away from PFAS foam. A major portion of the meeting focused on HB 305, a diabetes wellness pilot program that would use continuous glucose monitoring, app-based care coordination, lab testing, and DHIN data analysis to shift care toward prevention and remission. Sponsor Senator Siegfried described the bill as a response to Delaware’s high diabetes costs and prevalence, and the Medical Society of Delaware supported it as a proactive model. The committee also discussed HB 395, which would regulate intoxicating hemp-derived products and synthetic cannabinoids by classifying products over a THC threshold as marijuana and creating penalties for unlicensed sales; the Office of the Marijuana Commissioner supported the bill, while hemp industry representatives and Senator Hoffner warned it could harm legitimate hemp retailers and access to hemp products. The final item, HS1 for HB 332, would ban sales and marketing of kratom products to those under 21 and direct the state to study testing and regulation of kratom and synthetic variants. Supporters, including the Delaware Healthcare Association and several recovery advocates, said age-gating is a reasonable first step and that synthetic products are the main concern; opponents and some senators argued the bill should go further and fully ban kratom or better distinguish synthetic products from natural leaf kratom. No formal roll-call votes were taken on the substantive bills during the transcript, and the meeting adjourned after public comment.

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• We've already seen this in California, Florida, Texas, and Tennessee.
• I do have some other information here on Florida. Florida has steps.
• It just has to do with unnecessary delays that, you know, they've done this in Florida now for five years
• And, you know, the committee and the legislature may want to have this oversight body, which I think

Committee: House Government Efficiency

Summary: The committee first took up House Bill 2330 in executive session. A committee substitute narrowed the bill’s annexation-related scope to St. Charles and Jefferson counties and removed water and sewer language because those services are provided by private entities in those counties. The committee adopted the substitute, but the final do-pass motion failed on a 6-8 vote after the chair changed his vote to no. The committee then considered House Bill 1817, which drew discussion about reporting public assistance information in a generalized way rather than identifying individual households. An amendment clarifying that the report would use averages and not specific addresses was adopted, rolled into a committee substitute, and the substitute was then passed on an 11-1 vote with one present. Members raised concerns about SNAP, TANF, and WIC-related provisions and about consistency in the bill’s population threshold, but the bill advanced. Public hearing testimony followed on House Bill 2291, a bill creating deadlines for local governments to act on building permit applications. Supporters, including the sponsor and industry advocates, said permit delays raise costs, slow housing and economic development, and argued the bill would not change zoning or inspections. Opponents, including the Missouri Municipal League, warned the bill’s language could be read to affect zoning and that a single 30-day deadline may not fit projects of different sizes or allow enough time for public input and safety review. No vote was taken on the bill. The committee also heard House Bill 2336, a state property disposal bill. The sponsor said a substitute would be needed because additional properties and corrected legal descriptions had been identified, and the Office of Administration confirmed support and explained that five properties, including former DESE schools and a Springfield regional office, would be added. Finally, House Bill 2403, the “Rue Wells Act,” was heard to create an independent appeal board for student transfer eligibility decisions by activities associations. Supporters described the case as unfair and costly to challenge in court, while others questioned whether a new board would add bureaucracy or bias. Testimony from school administrators said most appeals are already resolved within the existing process, but they were open to a narrowly tailored appeals mechanism with clear recusal rules and independence.