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• And they're adding two pieces of language to each of them.
• And the other is adding in language saying, 'In addition to any other penalties you might be subject
• want to say, these are all just our existing offenses that are already in the election code, and adding
• We added in those people, those agents of the election administrators a couple of years ago.
• Now we’re adding that the voter, because of the intimidation of signs and yelling and pictures, it says

Bills: SB264, SB261

Keywords: election integrity, voter coercion, public safety, emergency procedures, polling place security, health regulations, community welfare, peace promotion, legislative reforms, 996, all

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• Chair, yes, I motion that my amendment be added to the bill, or to this memorial.
• If you think that me adding fascist is hostile, then I guess yes. Madam, just a second.
• All those in favor of it being added to the amendment to this measure—Mr.
• risks oversimplifying complex national security issues without providing clear policy guidance or added
• protections, and for those... ...without providing clear policy guidance or added protections, and for

Bills: HB2167, HB2168, HB2169, HB2171, HB2790, HB2905, HCM2005

Keywords: attorney general, nuisance action, consumer fraud, damages, civil penalty, public nuisance, nuisance abatement, abatement action, injunction, superior court, county attorney, city attorney, board of supervisors, obscenity, obscene materials, adult materials, pornography, schools, parks, residential district

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• By way of background, ADE is annually required to report on the allocation of its current year federal
• ADE is annually required to report on the allocation of its current year federal funds.
• For fiscal 25, ADE aggregates the 14 Career and Technical Education Districts, which I will call CETs
• ADE defines this as their retention rate.
• Through the second course, ADE defines this as their retention rate, and additionally, a total of 79%

Keywords: 1182, all

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• program serves to help offset the costs incurred by hosting a major event, and House Bill 3962 proposes adding
• Thank you for considering adding the IndyCar Grand Prix of Arlington as an eligible event, uh, for funding
• Uh, as new, uh, events get added, will they still have to come to this committee to be added to this,
• Adding the NRA's annual meetings and exhibits supports tourism, hospitality, and local economies, especially
• Adding this event to the list of events eligible for the major events reimbursement program, funding

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• I'm reading that sentence where you've added until the date of November election is canvassed, I can't
• I think one of the things that maybe you could consider adding, unless I missed it being in there, is
• It took public outcry to get additional teachers added. And here we are again.
• Which what's your name ad Tinkopa, okay.
• I'd have you registered as AD Tenkapa on behalf of Girls Empowerment Network and yourself. testifying

Bills: HB367, HB497, HB549, HB983, HB 1188, HB 1290, HB1368, HB2243, HB2310, HB2849, HB3099, HB3546, HB3629, HB3627

Keywords: education, absences, severe illness, life-threatening, school policy, verification, healthcare, insurance, affordability, coverage, patient rights, school health, respiratory distress, airway clearance devices, medication training, public health, HB 983, Texas Education Agency, TEA, educator privacy

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• He added that this would answer the question. The member said that does answer the question.
• He added that the fact that it was tied to Mid-East oil and that contract disappeared in 2023 brings
• Obviously there's First Amendment dynamics where folks who buy ads can promote, oftentimes, how they
• I really appreciate that the commercial rent tax was added in this bill.
• But I do appreciate that this was added in there. Members, we're in debate. Any more debate?

Summary: The Ways and Means Committee met on April 2, 2025, with a quorum present and took up four bills. The committee first heard HB 4041, which would create the Corkscrew Grove Stewardship District in Collier County to finance and maintain infrastructure such as transportation, utilities, and stormwater systems without changing county regulatory authority. The bill drew no opposition, was reported favorably, and passed 14-0. The committee then considered HB 1485, which repeals Florida’s aviation fuel tax provisions. The sponsor argued the change would simplify the tax code, attract airline investment, and support lower fares and more routes. Members raised concerns about the estimated recurring $22.8 million impact on the State Transportation Trust Fund and $2 million on general revenue, and airport representatives warned of reduced grant and development funding, especially for general aviation and municipal airports. Supporters said the change would increase competition and fuel sales in Florida. The bill was reported favorably on a 12-5 vote. Next, the committee heard HB 999, which would recognize gold and silver as legal tender, allow electronic debit access to bullion accounts, and remove tax burdens on transactions involving precious metals. The sponsor and supporters described the bill as a way to protect purchasing power and provide an alternative parallel to the dollar, while opponents and some members raised concerns about consumer protections, predatory practices, privacy, and the role of the Office of Financial Regulation in rulemaking. After extensive testimony, the bill was reported favorably 19-0. Finally, the committee considered PCB WMC 25-01, which would reduce the state sales tax rate from 6% to 5.25% and also lower several related taxes, including the business rent tax, nonresidential electricity tax, mobile home sales tax, and coin-operated amusement machine tax. The proposal was estimated to reduce revenue by about $5.5 billion annually. Members discussed impacts on the budget, education funding, and whether savings would reach consumers, while supporters emphasized relief for Floridians and business competitiveness. The bill passed unanimously 19-0 and was reported favorably. The chair then noted a prior procedural apology on the record, and the meeting adjourned.

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• . why I added parole or the death penalty. why I added this<01:04:15.680> capital<01:04:16.079
• We added language.
• Three, which we're adding. This is what we're adding now.
• Now even by adding this it exception.
• uh and this is added added uh verbiage. uh and this is added added uh verbiage.

Keywords: 1136, house, all

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• It's very, very honorable of you that you're in that conversation and adding to that, because it's a
• During that fiscal year, CCCC added $12.9 million in income to our service area.
• Do you have that added to the list? I'm not sure. Maybe some homework for us. I'm not sure.
• There’s going to need to be more information added as well.
• There’s going to need to be more information added as well.

Summary: The committee met at Spirit Lake Tribe and heard an extended discussion with Spirit Lake tribal leaders and program directors about government-to-government relations with the state. Chairwoman Street and others outlined a number of concerns and requests, including taxation of tribal and trust lands, state school support for non-beneficiary students, homelessness services, Indian-managed health care, gaming/e-tabs, the Feather Alert system, industrial farming near waterways, tourism and cultural issues, and the need for more consistent tribal consultation. Committee members responded that many of these issues had previously been passed along without direct action, and several members emphasized the committee’s role in education, communication, and preparing possible legislation or resolutions for the next session. Tribal representatives also offered to provide training on treaties, IHS 638, and compact services to help legislators better understand tribal jurisdiction and billing issues. A major portion of the meeting focused on Spirit Lake Fish and Wildlife concerns, especially jurisdictional “gray areas” around hunting and fishing on the reservation, recognition of tribal licenses, and the boundary of the reservation around Spirit Lake/Devils Lake. Tribal officials said they wanted a co-stewardship agreement or MOU with the state to clarify jurisdiction, improve cooperation, and address invasive species and aquatic nuisance species. Committee members discussed whether to draft legislation or a resolution directing the executive branch and state agencies to negotiate such an agreement, and they asked for further input from the North Dakota Game and Fish Department at a future meeting. The committee also discussed county involvement in land status changes and trust land issues, with Spirit Lake leaders describing a past Benson County resolution that tried to block fee-to-trust transfers and saying it was later rescinded. The committee then heard from Benson County tax equalization director Randy Thompson, who explained how the county values land and handles tax-exempt, inundated, and fee-to-trust parcels. Members asked about the impact of tax-exempt lands on county services and discussed prior legislation that helped counties with large tax-exempt bases. The committee also received a presentation from Dr. Steven Smith of Sisseton Wahpeton College, who described the college’s programs, economic impact, and funding needs, including support for non-beneficiary students and workforce training. Members asked about expanding tribal college education into correctional settings, and Smith said the idea was worth exploring through the tribal college system. Finally, HHS interim medical services director Christoph Framing presented remotely on 1115 Medicaid waivers and the IMD exclusion, explaining current state funding mechanisms for inpatient and residential behavioral health services and the bill draft directing HHS to pursue a waiver for IMD payments.

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• our local community banks, who are under tremendous federal regulations on this, that we were not adding
• Receive notifications when vehicles are added to the website.
• Bills and storage fees being added up to where it makes it impossible for the car to be claimed, and
• On line 17, this is where, uh, as I discussed last week, we will be adding ...we will be adding approximately
• At the request of other judges, we have added youth court judges to the forum.

Keywords: MS Senate Floor - 1 April, 2026; 10:00 AM, 925, all

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• We even have examples of abortion ads on Instagram that are targeted to teenage girls.
• the age of users who will see their ads the age of users who will see their ads within<00:33:17.960
• ads on Instagram<00:33:27.480> that<00:33:27.640> are<00:33:27.760> targeted<00
• They have the same ad features.
• It was just the other day I was watching the show on Amazon Prime, and an ad came up to buy something

Keywords: 958, all

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• We added State Parks, and if we were to take up this topic, it would be my recommendation that we kind
• Game and Fish similarly or we added Game and Fish similarly or Parks.<00:31:38.880> Parks.
• We<00:31:40.120> added<00:31:40.360> State<00:31:40.640> Parks<00:31:41.240>
• State Parks and if we were to We added State Parks and if we were to take<00:31:42.680> up<00
• Adding multidisciplinary investigative teams for child abuse cases. Yes. Um, again, Mr.

Keywords: 916, all

Summary: The Judiciary Interim Committee met under time constraints and asked members to rank interim topics for a letter to Management Council. The committee then took brief public testimony on a series of proposed study topics, with no formal votes recorded in the transcript. Early testimony focused on landlord eviction rights, where speakers said the court eviction process is too slow, can worsen housing shortages, and leaves landlords unable to recover rent, fees, or damage costs. The foster care topic was presented as a request to examine whether the system gives too much weight to reunification and not enough to the child’s best interests, especially for younger children. A Blue Envelope Program proposal was also discussed; supporters said it would help law enforcement communicate with autistic or otherwise communication-challenged individuals during traffic stops and emergencies, and improve consistency statewide. The committee also heard a proposal to study Wyoming’s homicide-by-vehicle statute, with testimony from a constituent whose mother was killed by a repeat dangerous driver. Speakers argued the current law leaves a gap because prior DUIs, high-risk driving history, and other aggravating factors do not meaningfully affect charging unless intoxication or extreme conduct is present. Related testimony from Wyoming Pathways said the change should be a tool in the toolbox for prosecutors and could improve safety for pedestrians and drivers. Senator Cooper then raised campaign finance reform and dark money, urging a resolution asking Wyoming’s congressional delegation to seek a constitutional amendment to overturn Citizens United and restore state control over election spending transparency. Additional topics included a request from the Wyoming Livestock Board to review peace officer statutes so its investigators could act on felonies committed in their presence or prevent imminent bodily harm, while remaining within their current duties and certification. Representative Lee asked for review of non-disclosure agreements in public-private partnerships and executive sessions so the public can eventually understand how such agreements were used. Senator Pearson asked for interim consideration of shared custody amendments, saying fit parents should have a fair opportunity for shared parenting after separation. Representative Storer proposed revisiting DUI penalties, especially for refusal of chemical testing, arguing that refusal often prevents prosecution and that the law should impose treatment and license suspension consequences. The committee also heard a request to review statutes involving political parties, and the state court administrator asked for interim study of remote public access to court records, citing ongoing automation efforts, privacy concerns, and funding needs.

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• South Loop has added 1,900 housing units since 2015, a good number of which are affordable.
• South Loop has added neighborhoods.
• They've added<00:13:48.720> multiple<00:13:49.200> hotels<00:13:49.600> and<00:13
• to added multiple hotels and is home to major<00:13:50.560> employers<00:13:51.040> like
• He added that current law does not prohibit amending spending plans, but the question is what exactly

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• Um, then, uh, we've added on line three the financial stability of utilities and energy suppliers, which
• I agreed with Representative O's kind of phrasing of that and I thought that the public health by adding
• it in the other public health by adding it in the other places<00:16:31.120> made<00:16:31.440
• So I'll move the committee amendment with that word 'and' added on line 27. Got that?
• um on page two line six is I've added um on page two line six is the<00:27:49.679> governance

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• representative from the various agencies, that it specifically names the director, and then we're adding
• And then also adding that all of the new members that we're adding in this House version would receive
• And then also adding that all of the new members that we're adding in this House version would receive
• And then also adding that all of the new members that we're adding in this House version would receive
• And then also adding that all of the new members that we're adding in this House version would receive

Keywords: 910, house, all

Summary: The Economic Development Technology Committee met on April 17, 2025, to hear STR 121, a resolution to form a working group to explore legalized gaming in Hawaii. Supporters, including DBED, labor representatives, and some industry interests, argued the measure would allow the state to gather more information, consider economic growth, job creation, investment, and tax revenue, and include a range of viewpoints before any final policy decision. Several supporters emphasized that a working group would help ensure informed decision-making and community input. Opponents argued that legalized gambling would disproportionately harm low-income residents and Native Hawaiians, increase addiction and related social harms, and bring crime, corruption, and human trafficking. Some cited examples from other states, illegal game rooms in Hawaii, and concerns that gambling revenue would be limited while social costs would be high. Others said the conversation should be led by local communities rather than industry stakeholders, and one testifier requested community representation on any working group for a potential stadium-area project. The committee also heard from witnesses who framed the measure as a way to address money leaving the state and to create a regulated alternative to illegal gambling. No vote or final action on STR 121 was taken during the hearing, and the chair noted the committee would need to adjourn in time for floor session if the hearing ran long.

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• And now since Representative Raymond has given a suggestion, maybe this could be added in.
• This is adding bureaucracy and it's the opposite of small government.
• It's also adding extra offenses.
• If poll workers need to start checking addresses, we could see added time and longer lines.
• Adding a one-time cap to this tool would undermine that very system.

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• So by adding those two words, it allows them some flexibility in areas outside of the restaurant world
• and<00:05:51.360> arrange<00:05:52.360> so<00:05:52.560> by<00:05:52.680> adding
• <00:05:52.960> those<00:05:53.120> two<00:05:53.360> words and arrange so by adding
• those two words and arrange so by adding those two words it<00:05:54.000> allows<00:05:54.440
• A member asked whether dental offices could be added to the bill if there is a place where they need

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• So, six—so we're adding in paragraph 4. We're adding those RSAs.
• <01:23:16.159> in six so we're adding in six so we're adding in paragraph<01:23:18.080>
• > rsas paragraph four we're adding those rsas paragraph four we're adding those rsas there<01:
• <03:13:38.760> an Lehman's point so we would be adding an Lehman's point so we would be adding
• We're going to need a whole another separate discussion on what are we adding to HB 2.

Keywords: 928, house, all

Summary: The committee heard a presentation from the Department of Environmental Services on proposed changes in House Bill 2 and related technical changes in House Bill 1 tied to the governor’s permitting realignment initiative. The proposal would move environmental review staff from Fish and Game and DNCR to DES to create a more centralized “one-stop shop” for applicants needing DES permits, especially for wildlife and natural heritage reviews. DES said the goal is to speed permitting, support a 60-day review clock, and improve coordination among agencies while keeping the substantive review work in place. Members asked about staffing impacts, the scope of the transferred duties, and whether the change would create redundancy or weaken the other agencies. DES said most of the affected staff work primarily on these reviews, though Fish and Game staff also handle other state and federal reviews, which is why the proposal was adjusted to keep one of the four Fish and Game positions there and move three to DES, along with two positions from DNCR. DES also described a new supervisory position in HB 2 to manage the transferred staff within its land resources bureau. Officials said the reviews would still be done by specialists, but under DES supervision, and that the agencies would continue to coordinate recommendations on species impacts and mitigation. The committee also discussed fee increases intended to offset costs, including a 50% increase in wetlands fees and a 100% increase in alteration-of-terrain fees, with the department saying the changes would cover the new positions. Members raised concerns about impacts on private homeowners, possible incentives to work without permits, and whether fines should be used more as a revenue source or for mitigation. DES said wetlands permits are roughly split between homeowner-related and commercial projects, that permit-by-notification already creates a two-tier structure for smaller projects, and that enforcement relies partly on public complaints and online permitting systems. The department also said most fines currently go to the general fund and vary widely year to year, with about $75,000 budgeted, and that the proposal would also create permit-by-notification authority for alteration-of-terrain projects between 100,000 and 150,000 square feet, mirroring language in Senate Bill 110. No vote or final committee action was taken in the portion provided.

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• Can we walk through everything that's being added, like whose bills they are and what it is? Okay.
• Can we walk through everything that's being added, like whose bills they are and what it is? Okay.
• And I think we also added Representative Black's treatment court administrator position to this bill

Keywords: 959, house, all

Summary: The Judiciary Committee met with a quorum and first considered a House committee substitute for Senate Bill 1067, a jurisprudence omnibus measure. The substitute combined several bills: House Bill 1711 on the Uniform Interstate Depositions and Discovery Act, which streamlines out-of-state subpoena and deposition procedures; House Bill 2666, an anti-SLAPP bill intended to protect speech by allowing early dismissal of certain lawsuits; House Bill 3116, which included changes related to workers’ compensation attorney substitutions and domestic LLC deadlock procedures to reduce litigation and court costs; and House Bill 3289, which addressed court operations, including a statewide automation fund and a treatment court administrator position for circuits lacking a commissioner or administrator. Members discussed each component briefly, with sponsors or other members explaining that the package was designed to eliminate unnecessary litigation, reduce attorney fees, and improve court administration. The committee adopted the House committee substitute by voice vote. The committee then voted on House Committee Substitute for Senate Bill 1067 and approved it do pass by a roll call vote of 11 ayes and 0 noes. The hearing then concluded.

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• Our next bill, S. 9062 by Senator Ford, an act to amend the Executive Law in relation to adding Salmon
• Our next bill, S. 9506 by Senator Rawlinson, an act to amend the Executive Law in relation to adding
• Our next bill, S. 9506 by Senator Rawlinson, an act to amend the Executive Law in relation to adding

Keywords: 993, senate, all

Summary: The Senate Standing Committee on Environmental Conservation, chaired by Senator Pete Harckham, met earlier than scheduled because of budget-related scheduling conflicts. The committee considered a 10-bill active list focused on environmental regulation, waterways, wildlife management, and remediation issues. Bills included a ban on lead in aviation gasoline (S.5440A), changes to air quality permit modification and enforcement procedures (S.6833A), adding waterways in Monroe and Putnam counties to the inland waterways definition (S.9062 and S.9506), an urban deer management pilot program extension (S.9098), expanded technical assistance grants and brownfield remediation provisions (S.9294), a DEC study on Jamaica Bay restoration needs (S.9311), repair of damaged pesticide containers (S.9587), and a prohibition on using drilling fluids, brine, and flowback water on highways (S.9635).

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• Uh, the following year in FY 25, uh, we, uh, added the Quantum Technologies Award as well as funding
• And in FY 26 we are continuing these programs with the likelihood of adding at least one more funding
• working on space systems, but I really wanted to do something that supported our space companies, adding