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• I'd like to introduce the White Cattlemen's Council, is in attendance at the Capitol, and not at the
• Madame Clerk, please make the friendly amendment that it was, uh, at the Capitol and not at the council
• I'm pleased to see our Hilo visitors as well to the state Capitol today.
• designate a week during which we invite teachers, students, and educational professionals to our Capitol
• Thank you for bringing the book fair to the Capitol this morning.

Keywords: 912, senate, all

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• of the mortgages or Fanny securization of the mortgages or Fanny May<00:43:14.720> provisions,
• someone had forgotten or didn't update the address in their recorded interest that evidences the security
• They don't have lobbyists here at the Capitol paid six figures coming to argue their case for them.
• And when we talk about workers impacted by what we do here at the Capitol, that is something that I am
• And when we talk about workers impacted by what we do here at the Capitol, that is something that I am

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• This bill codifies an organizational structure that has continued to be a key group here at the Capitol
• frankly one of the best ways to get grassroots feedback in an expeditious manner that I've seen at the Capitol
• expeditious manner that I've seen at an expeditious manner that I've seen at the<00:04:54.160> Capitol
• the Capitol. the Capitol.

Keywords: 1183, house

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• caused to be affixed the Great Seal of the State of Arizona, signed Katie Hobbs, Governor, done at the Capitol
• education and physician advocacy, previously serving as physician of the day at the Arizona State Capitol
• education and physician advocacy, previously serving as physician of the day at the Arizona State Capitol
• week in which some school districts have spring break, and so these educators joined us here at the Capitol
• share their experiences as educators, and we're really grateful for their work, and welcome to the Capitol

Keywords: 1182, all

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• Representative Bhojani: ...security on the testing days?
• Chairman Buckley: ...security that is required.
• That's normal test security if you're just taking a unit exam, right? But...
• You mentioned a word earlier, you said security.
• Members, we can secure election integrity without sacrificing constitutional balance.

Bills: HB8, HB12, SB 3, HJR1, SB 11, SB 16, SB 14

Keywords: HB 8, Texas public school accountability, school accountability, public school transparency, STAAR, state assessments, instructionally supportive assessment program, Student Success Tool, Texas Education Agency, TEA, accountability ratings, A-F ratings, through-year assessment, benchmark testing, norm-referenced assessment, college career military readiness, CCMR, local accountability plan, school district performance, campus turnaround

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• And last, the Corporate Transparency Act, a law enforcement and national security measure supported by
• They are hell-bent on cutting Medicare, Medicaid, and Social Security, either to pay for those giant
• I hope more and more people across the country do well and are able to secure wealth, but constituents
• This public health crisis threatens our national security.
• Believe it or not, the health care is now a national security portfolio.

Keywords: Michael Falkender, Deputy Secretary of the Treasury, IRS, taxpayer privacy, nomination process, committee hearing

Summary: The committee convened to discuss critical issues surrounding the nomination of Michael Falkender for the position of Deputy Secretary of the Treasury. This meeting included a series of remarks from committee members who expressed divergent views on Falkender's qualifications and the implications of his appointment. Senator Wyden voiced strong opposition, arguing that Falkender represents harmful policies expected to be perpetuated under the current administration, especially concerning taxpayer privacy and IRS tactics. Meanwhile, other members defended Falkender, noting his extensive experience, including a commitment to transparency in government operations if confirmed.

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• Department of Homeland Security Department of Homeland Security regarding<00:35:20.320> a
• national security imperative. national security imperative.
• There is no security for billionaires in this country without security for a hungry child.
• There's no security for the ultra-rich donors without security for working parents.
• <04:21:04.080> And homeland security is weakened. And homeland security is weakened.

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Thursday, June 12, 2025, 1012, house, all

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• this vast repository of information that is from one of the most respected organizations here at the Capitol
• this vast repository of information that is from one of the most respected organizations here at the Capitol
• this vast repository of information that is from one of the most respected organizations here at the Capitol
• And, you know, we deal in huge numbers here at the Capitol.
• Uh, we deal in an absurd amount of money here at the Capitol, and we have a requirement of the taxpayer

Keywords: 1183, house

Summary: The committee heard House File 3, authored by Chair Nash, which would require the Office of the Legislative Auditor to produce an annual report for fiscal committees showing how well agencies have implemented prior audit recommendations, especially those related to financial practices, internal controls, and management. Nash said the bill is intended to give legislators a clearer, ongoing tool to evaluate agencies before making funding decisions and to help prevent waste, fraud, and abuse. He noted the bill would use existing audit information rather than create a new reporting burden, though he said it would deepen the review of implementation. Legislative Auditor Judy Randall testified that the Office of the Legislative Auditor already tracks implementation to some extent through annual information collected by Minnesota Management and Budget, but that current reporting is based largely on agency self-reporting and is not always independently verified. She said the bill would expand that work and provide the legislature with more useful accountability information. A representative from Americans for Prosperity also supported the bill, calling it a transparency and stewardship measure that would help taxpayers and legislators see whether agencies are following through on recommendations. Several members spoke in favor, describing the bill as a common-sense accountability measure and comparing it to audit practices in local government and private organizations. Nash and Randall also discussed Colorado’s similar process, where audit follow-up information is presented during budget hearings. Members raised concerns about fraud and inefficiency in state government, and Nash said the bill is meant to help lawmakers better protect taxpayer dollars. The committee voted to recommend House File 3 and re-refer it to the Committee on Ways and Means.

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• Madam Speaker, I yield back. our offices on Capitol Hill. In my home our offices on Capitol Hill.
• <00:37:46.320> Act, introduced the Secure Minerals Act, introduced the Secure Minerals Act
• security depend on it. security depend on it.
• Chamber security may remove these items Chamber security may remove these items from<06:46:11.520>
• proceedings and presents security proceedings and presents security challenges<06:46:40.080>

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, 1012, house, all

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• securely. There's no looking for papers. securely. There's no looking for papers.
• still this underconfidence of how secure still this underconfidence of how secure it<00:46:08.079
• is something a security or is it not. is something a security or is it not.
• backed up by something safe and secure. backed up by something safe and secure.
• giving them a false sense of security giving them a false sense of security just<01:41:20.880>

Keywords: 912, senate, all

Summary: The Hawaii State Senate Committee on Commerce and Consumer Protection held an informational briefing on digital assets, blockchain, and related regulatory developments. Chair Jarrett Keohoko said the committee was focusing on national and state policy issues around digital assets, while leaving the separate issue of Bitcoin kiosks and fraud to the House Consumer Protection Committee, which had already noticed a similar briefing. No public testimony was taken; the session was for informational updates and member questions. Representatives from the Aptos Foundation, including JC Yun and Michael Cheng, gave a detailed presentation on blockchain basics and Aptos’s technology. They described blockchain as a tamper-resistant digital ledger, explained proof-of-work and proof-of-stake systems, and argued that proof-of-stake networks are faster, cheaper, and more environmentally friendly. They also emphasized smart contracts and potential uses beyond speculation, such as car titles, college transcripts, collectibles, digital IDs, real estate, and other tokenized assets. The presenters highlighted Aptos’s Hawaii connections and said the technology could help local residents and businesses participate in the digital economy. They cited adoption statistics, including billions of transactions on Aptos, tokenized money market funds from major financial firms, micro-lending applications, decentralized cloud infrastructure, and the rapid growth of stablecoins. They acknowledged concerns about scams and consumer protection, but argued that the answer is stronger regulation and education rather than avoiding the technology altogether.

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• accomplishments, and to observe Arkansas School for Mathematics, Sciences, and the Arts Day at the State Capitol
• recognize and celebrate Arkansas School for Mathematics, Sciences, and the Arts Day at the State Capitol
• accomplishments and to observe Arkansas School for Mathematics, Sciences, and the Arts Day at the State Capitol
• accomplishments and to observe Arkansas School for Mathematics, Sciences, and the Arts Day at the State Capitol
• accomplishments and to observe Arkansas School for Mathematic Sciences and the Arts Day at the State Capitol

Keywords: 1204, all

Bills: SB1, SB4, SB6, SB9, SB16, SB17, SB20, SB22, SB28, SB29, SB36, SB41, SB45, SB77, SB85, SB87, SB96, SB98, SB110, SB126, SB139, SB143, SB164, SB167, SB171, SB186, SB188, SB195, SB197, SB198, SB204, SB205, SB206, SB207, SB209, SB210, SB211, SB217, SB219, SB220, SB225, SB231, SB237, SB238, SB241, SB244, SB246, SB247, SB272, SB294, SB315, SB346, SB364, SB366, SB367, SB386, SB392, SB403, SB415, SB427, SB431, SB437, SB457, SB459, SB469, SB471, SB478, SB484, SB489, SB502, SB503, SB507, SB508, SB510, SB516, SB517, SB518, SB519, SB521, SB535, SB543, SB550, SB564, SB568, SB570, SB575, SB577, SB578, SB590, SB607, SB616, SB621, SB634, SB644, SB647, SB649, SB652, SB655, SB656, SB663

Keywords: agricultural lands, foreign ownership, state agriculture policy, real estate regulation, land conservation, SB4, Royal Mausoleum, Mauna Ala, Office of Hawaiian Affairs, OHA, Department of Land and Natural Resources, DLNR, stewardship, Hawaiian affairs, cemetery, burial site, ancestral remains, cultural preservation, state land management, agency transfer

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• If not, I know we have homeschoolers who have been visiting the capitol.
• 00:02:48.480> been<00:02:48.720> visiting<00:02:49.120> the<00:02:49.360> capitol
• <00:02:49.760> Will<00:02:50.000> all have been visiting the capitol.
• Will all have been visiting the capitol.

Bills: SB2043, SB2044, SB2004, SB2143, SB2411, SB2455, SB2519, SB2661, SB2665, SB2731, SB2737, SB2767, SB2794, SB2830, SB3334

Keywords: insurance, captives, examination, regulations, policyholders, dormant captive, tax exemption, Hawaii revised statutes, financial reporting, outdoor advertising, billboards, public safety, penalties, community pollution, elections, chief election officer, vacancy, order of succession, election commission, campaign finance

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• Chairman, if I may, before we get Members, this system works different than the one we have in the capitol
• And they secured a tower. and hunt Texas and within 48 hours they had another tower out that way up and
• If you can get them to the Capitol, get them to my office.
• to secure the items that I had secured.
• We secured necessary... equipment that would allow emergency responders to access patients down these

Keywords: 1185, senate, all

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• members or pro bono professionals meet with policymakers or participate in advocacy days at the state capitol
• director clarify, because I think what the point of disagreement is, if you are advocating at the Capitol
• Is there a time limit that limits the amount of time a lobbyist can spend on the Capitol, Mr.
• reach anymore; now it is just only including the facilities, the residence of a person committed to a secure
• The residence of a person committed to a secure treatment facility as a sexual psychopathic personality

Keywords: 1183, house

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• And we know it's a very busy time in the Capitol, so thank you so much to all my colleagues, to everyone
• Data security is a big deal and it affects all of our businesses.
• Data security is a big deal and it affects all of our businesses.
• Coastline has been designated by the National Security Agency as a Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber
• Our next hearing will be on Tuesday, April 28th at 1:30 p.m. here in Capitol Room 126.

Summary: The Assembly Higher Education Committee heard several measures focused on community college baccalaureate programs and trustee compensation. AB 2528 would raise the maximum monthly compensation cap for community college district trustees, with the author and supporters arguing the change is permissive, long overdue, and needed to make service more accessible to working people and better reflect community diversity. CSEA took a tweener position, warning about optics and asking for longer public notice before any compensation increase, while some members raised concerns about taxpayer costs and benefits. The bill was discussed but no final vote is reflected in the transcript excerpt. The committee then took up AB 2053, which would authorize Coast Community College District to offer a cybersecurity bachelor’s degree. Supporters said the bill addresses a workforce shortage, serves working adults and veterans, and includes an LAO evaluation and a sunset. CSU and its Academic Senate opposed the bill, arguing it duplicates existing CSU programs and could set a precedent for more one-off degrees. Members also raised questions about funding, Prop. 98, and whether the program would divert resources; the author said the district already has funding and that the bill is a narrow pilot. The committee voted to do pass and re-refer the bill to Appropriations, with several ayes and some no votes, and the roll left open for additional members. AB 2301, a pilot allowing up to 10 community college districts to offer nursing bachelor’s degrees, drew broad support from nursing, labor, and community college groups who said California faces a severe nursing shortage and that community colleges offer a more affordable pathway for working and rural students. CSU and other opponents argued existing ADN-to-BSN pathways are more efficient and that the bill could worsen competition for limited clinical placements and faculty. Members questioned funding and Prop. 98 impacts; the Chancellor’s Office said the pilot would not require new state funding and would rely on existing mechanisms such as Strong Workforce and nursing infrastructure grants. The committee voted to do pass and re-refer AB 2301 to Appropriations, with the roll again left open. The transcript then began AB 2694, a broader workforce-responsive baccalaureate expansion bill intended to address duplication rules and create a more flexible process for community college bachelor’s degrees, but the discussion was not completed in the excerpt.

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• c> contributions in a contributions in a technologically<00:49:49.720> um<00:49:50.040> secure
• <00:49:51.960> the<00:49:52.640> the<00:49:53.040> um technologically um secure
• way the the um technologically um secure way the the um contributions<00:49:54.839> the<00:49
• So please still come to the Capitol that morning and enjoy just a bit of frivolous behavior.
• So please still come to the Capitol that morning and enjoy just a bit of frivolous behavior.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• And they've always been able to register to vote with their proof of residence, their Social Security
• Registration requires that they know your citizenship, and that they get through the Social Security
• Today I rise in opposition to this bill because Florida already has secure elections.
• There's going to need to be new and secure storage and disposal rules, major IT upgrades.
• Sarge, please secure the chamber. The chamber.

Summary: The Senate convened with a quorum, opening with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and a series of recognitions for interns, staff, and guests. Members also honored a retiring Senate staffer and a wounded veteran, then moved into returning House messages and special order bills. Several measures were taken up and either concurred in or sent back to the House, with multiple unanimous or near-unanimous votes on noncontroversial bills. Among the bills addressed were SB 118 on recreational vehicle park assessments, SB 572 on ethics for public officers and employees, and HB 991 on election integrity. SB 118 and SB 572 were amended to reflect House changes and passed 38-0. HB 991 drew extensive debate over voter registration and identification requirements, with opponents arguing it would burden students, seniors, disabled voters, and others, while supporters said it would strengthen election security and streamline verification; it passed 27-12. The chamber also approved bills on historic cemeteries, chickee regulation, habitual traffic offender designation, military affairs, and a Department of Health package. The Department of Health bill (SB 902/HB 733) was the subject of detailed amendment work, including changes to medical marijuana rules, NICU educational materials, Early Steps, dental loan repayment, and pediatric trauma center designation. The Senate adopted an amendment to the amendment and then passed the bill 37-0. Other measures included a funeral services bill, which the Senate refused to concur in because the House strike-all would redefine cremation to include composting, and a veterans-related bill that was temporarily postponed. The Senate also recessed briefly, then returned to continue the calendar and additional recognitions.

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• I think it's important to also cite in that part the EOPSS Executive Office of Public Safety and Security
• My final point is that I truly believe that we can help create a safe, secure, respectful environment
• showing up, I thought this was what all commission meetings were like, and I went to one actually on Capitol

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The Special Commission on Combating Antisemitism met to review and discuss draft preliminary recommendations, with the co-chairs explaining that the draft had been released publicly and that the meeting was intended for open discussion and edits rather than a final vote. They emphasized the urgency of addressing antisemitism in Massachusetts, especially in K-12 schools, while noting that the recommendations are preliminary, may be revised, and will be supplemented by further testimony and a final report later. Several members also referenced recent allegations and incidents in local schools as examples of why the commission’s work is needed. Commissioners broadly supported the draft but proposed numerous refinements. Common themes included clarifying the distinction between antisemitic incidents and hate crimes; strengthening reporting systems and privacy protections; adding clearer guidance from DESE and the Attorney General on First Amendment issues, curriculum, and investigations; expanding Holocaust and genocide education; and improving professional development for educators, school committees, and administrators. Several members urged better links to mental health and victim services, more support for the Genocide Education Trust, and stronger language on bystander training, digital literacy, and the role of school committees in addressing bias. There was also discussion of how to frame antisemitism as a distinct form of hate, how to address antisemitism related to Israel and Zionism without restricting legitimate political speech, and how to avoid unfunded mandates for school districts and municipalities. Some commissioners suggested adding timeframes, a centralized reporting or investigative mechanism, and more explicit model policies for schools. The meeting ended with the chairs thanking participants and the public for their input, and the commission then moved to adjourn.

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• Yesterday was Ag Day here at the Capitol, and we saw the rich bounty of our state.
• Agricultural labor productivity has grown at just 0.7% annually over the past decade, yet the Social Security
• Currently, we're working on securing long-term funding, and we want it to succeed.

Summary: The Assembly Labor and Employment Committee heard and advanced a series of bills, mostly on worker safety, wages, workforce training, and retirement savings. AB 2137 (Chen) would strengthen safety rules and certification for artificial stone fabrication shops to reduce silica exposure; AB 2499 (Gibson) would require Cal/OSHA to develop heat-illness protections for incarcerated workers and staff in correctional facilities; AB 2300 (Arambula) would streamline the disbursement of state and federal workforce funds; AB 2646 (Krell) would establish a minimum wage floor for certain agricultural workers; AB 2227 (Connolly) would tighten licensing and bond requirements for farm labor contractors and add default-judgment procedures for wage claims; AB 1869 (Haney) would create a reporting process for alleged REIT interference in hotel operations; AB 2650 (Pellerin) would expand CalSavers with emergency savings accounts and other updates; AB 2634 (Zbur) would prioritize labor-management partnerships in High Road Training Partnership grants; and AB 1888 would require skilled-and-trained workforce and prevailing wage standards for work under the Safe Home Grant Program. AB 1534 (Irwin) would create California’s approval process for short-term Pell-eligible workforce programs. The committee also took up several consent items, including AB 1904, AB 1980, AB 2550, AB 2078, and AB 2682. Most bills were described as aligning state programs with federal law or improving worker protections and program quality, while opponents generally raised concerns about costs, administrative burden, regulatory uncertainty, or reduced oversight. Testimony was largely split along labor and industry lines. Supporters included labor unions, legal aid groups, workforce boards, and affected workers or family members, who emphasized heat illness, wage theft, silica exposure, poor prison conditions, and the need for higher-quality training and retirement access. Opponents on several bills, especially those affecting agriculture, REITs, and workforce administration, argued the measures would increase costs, create uncertainty, or duplicate existing law. On AB 2227, committee members engaged in extended discussion about Labor Commissioner delays and whether the bill’s default-judgment and bond provisions would meaningfully help workers. On AB 1869, members and witnesses debated whether the bill created new standards or simply improved enforcement of existing REIT rules. The committee voted to pass all of the measures heard, generally with motions to do pass and re-refer to the Committee on Appropriations. Several bills were held open for absent members during the meeting, and later add-on roll calls recorded additional ayes, moving the bills out of committee. The meeting concluded after the consent calendar was approved and the committee adjourned.