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• And chapter 264 the family code or an authorization agreement was an adult care under chapter 34 and
• of the family code or a PCS. under Chapter, under Section 264 of the Family Code.
• When you look at the rule it begins first in section 107.015 of the family code.
• Senator Johnson moves that the substitute be adopted. Is there objection? Hearing. None.
• The substitute is adopted. And now, again, this is a bill we already voted at.

Bills: SB387, SB1650, SB1838, SB1839, SB1923, SB1940, SB2052

Keywords: judicial bond, guardianship, probate law, county judge, statutory county court, attorney general, criminal prosecution, public order, law enforcement, jurisdiction, attorney ad litem, parent-child relationship, compensation, legal representation, government entity, probate, court proceedings, record delivery, wills, legal documentation

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• Consent calendar is adopted. Senator, thank you so much for your patience.
• So I just want to ...existing law and other parts of the code.
• We do support the bill with the amendments adopted by the committee today.
• I'm 43 now, and I still carry that loss my entire adult life.
• Consent calendar is adopted. For item one, SB 99 by Senator Blake Spear.

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• I move that the Kavanagh floor amendment be adopted.
• Is this on the adoption of the amendment? Okay. So, all in favor of the amendment, vote aye.
• Madam Chair, I move the Finance Committee amendment be adopted as Senate Bill 1638.
• Madam Chair, I move the Finance Committee amendment be adopted as Senate Bill 1638.
• For that reason, I do urge that we adopt the Sundareshan floor amendment.

Keywords: 1182, all

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• I got oysters back from a nursery in Alabama and I started my business is in 2017.
• And it's one of the most popular bmps that has been adopted in that in that particular area.
• the pivot irrigation system and the adoption of some moisture sensors.
• So just those 2 things we're moving forward after a year or 2 of adoption of this, the numbers stated
• But they are are gaining an, you know, gaining in the adoption. As we as we move forward.

Keywords: 999, senate, all

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• Young adults are particularly vulnerable.
• It's part of the learning process as an adult. It's iterative and it continues, right?
• For forensic psych, all of the slides and notes by the professor were from an access code.
• For a STEM seminar, ...notes by the professor were from an access code.
• Most states in this country have fortunately declined to adopt a similar idea.

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure held a hearing on late-filed bills and home rule petitions, with both in-person and remote testimony. Committee chairs reviewed logistics for public testimony and then heard a series of bill presentations on topics including nitrous oxide sales, liquor license extensions and alcohol license density, cosmetology licensure compacts, electronic textbooks, HVAC supervisor licensing, and automotive warranty reimbursement rates. Several members asked questions about the public health, consumer protection, economic mobility, and regulatory impacts of the proposals. Representative John Barrett testified in support of H. 4907, which would regulate the sale of nitrous oxide, arguing it is a public health measure aimed at reducing recreational misuse by young people while preserving legitimate culinary, medical, dental, and industrial uses. Southbridge officials Peg Dean and David Adams supported a local liquor license extension bill, saying delayed revitalization and staffing disruptions from the pandemic-era “Great Resignation” had slowed development and postponed demand for the licenses. MassPack supported H. 4597 to limit new alcohol retail licenses near existing stores after 2026, citing oversaturation and public health concerns, while the committee also heard testimony on a cosmetology compact bill from industry and state-government representatives who said it would improve workforce mobility, especially for military spouses, though members questioned its fee structure and interaction with existing reciprocity rules. Representative Mindy Domb testified for H. 559, which would create a commission to study electronic textbooks and automatic textbook billing, arguing that digital course materials can limit consumer choice, raise costs, and reduce students’ ability to share or resell materials. Student testimony echoed those concerns. The committee also heard strong support for H. 4719, a bill to create HVAC construction supervisor licensing, from industry witnesses who said it would improve consumer protection, accountability, and clean-energy implementation; and opposition testimony on H. 4019, which would change how auto dealers are reimbursed for warranty work, with dealers supporting a fix to manufacturer reimbursement practices and manufacturers warning the bill would raise costs and allow overpayment. At the end of the hearing, the chairs read the agenda items and the committee adjourned by unanimous voice vote.

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• While there are many programs for older adult education, I don't know.
• These partnerships don't simply provide services to older adults.
• I'd be happy to answer any questions you have about QR codes.
• And QR codes just don't provide that.
• And some of them are by a lack of ability to access that QR code.

Summary: The Assembly Health Committee heard several measures, beginning with SB 331 by Sen. Menjivar, which would require large-group health plans to cover hearing aids for children. The author and supporters described the bill as a long-running effort to address a developmental emergency and reduce out-of-pocket costs for families, while opponents were absent. Testimony from parents, advocates, medical experts, and organizations emphasized the importance of early access to hearing aids; committee members voiced strong support, and the bill was moved on a do-pass basis to Appropriations, with several members requesting to be added as coauthors. The committee then heard SB 608, also by Sen. Menjivar, to expand access to condoms in school-based health centers and related settings and to prevent barriers such as ID checks. Supporters, including students and school health advocates, argued the bill would improve sexual health and reduce stigma, while opponents from family and faith groups argued it would undermine parental authority and normalize early sexual activity. The bill was supported by committee members and moved forward on a do-pass basis to Appropriations. Next, SB 971 by Sen. Choi proposed community-based healthy aging partnerships for older adults, with testimony from the California Senior Legislature and supporters from aging and dementia organizations. The measure was described as voluntary and focused on connection, independence, and local collaboration; there was no opposition, and the committee moved it on a do-pass basis to Appropriations. The committee also heard SB 869 by Sen. Weber Pierson, which would require warning icons and statements on chain restaurant menus for beverages with very high added sugar content. Supporters framed it as a transparency and public health measure, while restaurant and beverage industry representatives opposed it unless amended, citing cost and menu-space concerns; the bill was nevertheless moved on a do-pass basis to Appropriations after a roll call vote, with some members voting no and the measure placed on call. The committee also considered SB 950 by Sen. Weber Pierson, aimed at ensuring timely coverage of FDA-approved, medically necessary treatments for early-onset Alzheimer’s disease on commercial plans. Supporters, including the Alzheimer’s Association and a patient advocate, said the bill would reduce delays and barriers to care, while health plan representatives opposed it over step therapy and utilization-management concerns. Members discussed the limited treatment window and the need for early access, and the bill was moved on a do-pass basis to Appropriations. In addition, SB 490 by Sen. Umberg would set timelines for DHCS investigations of unlicensed sober living homes and allow counties to assist if the department cannot act in time; supporters from Anaheim and a patient-brokering survivor described serious abuse and oversight gaps, while county behavioral health representatives opposed the county role as an unfunded and potentially liability-creating burden. After discussion, the bill was also moved on a do-pass basis to Appropriations. Finally, the committee began hearing SB 1037 by Sen. Weber Pierson on health insurance affordability and rate review, with supporters arguing it would tie premium increases more closely to affordability targets and public reporting; the transcript cuts off before the committee completed action on that measure.

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• Why do we have a coding faculty members?
• Our workforce system also supports adult learners. And those are individuals.
• And Florida's adult learners are rising to the challenge and the 24 25 years. 71.2 7% of adult general
• By contrast, adults are participate in adult general education.
• Our board just adopted a new strategic plan. They did that in January.

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• I urge adoption. Junior Senator 15. Mr.
• I urge adoption. That someone has an eye on them. I urge adoption.
• President, I urge adoption of the resolution. Questions on the adoption of the resolution?
• President, I urge adoption of the amendment. Questions on adoption of the amendment?
• I declare the amendment adopted. The amendment is adopted.

Keywords: 994, senate, all

Summary: The Senate considered and passed a series of House bills and one constitutional resolution, with several measures receiving title amendments and some taking effect immediately or on a specified date. Early action included moving House Bill 5438, concerning the foundation allowance for instructional programs, to the foot of third-reading bills. House Bill 5441, reforming the state personnel system, was amended with a Judiciary strike-and-insert technical fix, then passed 28-6 and was set to take effect July 1, 2026. House Bill 5462 on mine subsidence insurance passed unanimously, with a title amendment adopted. House Bill 5484, creating felony offenses related to denying medical treatment to sexual offense victims, also passed unanimously with a title amendment. House Bill 5515 modernizing workers’ compensation statutes passed unanimously with a title amendment, and House Bill 5527 establishing licensure and regulation for wellness reimbursement programs passed unanimously. House Bill 5528, protecting personal residential information of certain public officials, passed unanimously with a title amendment. The most extended debate centered on House Bill 5537, an education-related bill that was amended to add a child-protection provision later referred to as “Rayleigh’s law.” The amendment would bar approval of home instruction requests in certain child abuse or neglect cases until the Department of Human Services confirms the investigation is unfounded, closed, or not substantiated, or until 10 days pass without a response. Senators argued the measure was intended to protect children and not target homeschooling. After a point of order, the chair initially ruled the amended language not germane; that ruling was challenged and ultimately overruled by a 24-7 vote, allowing the amendment to remain. The bill then passed 24-7, and a title amendment was adopted. Other measures passed with little or no opposition. House Bill 5582 removed the sunset on the TANF applicant drug-screening program and passed 28-3 after a technical committee amendment. House Bill 5687 reduced the metallurgical coal severance tax over time and adjusted oil and gas tax allocations, passing 31-3. Several supplemental appropriations also passed and were made effective from passage, including funds for Homeland Security/corrections, the Adjutant General, Health, the State Road Fund, and Tourism/Culture and History. The Senate also adopted House Joint Resolution 42, which would place on the ballot a constitutional amendment increasing the homestead exemption from $20,000 to $40,000 and allowing future changes by general law. In second reading, the Senate advanced bills on workforce training reimbursements, aerospace and advanced manufacturing incentives, portable benefit accounts, literacy and science-of-reading training, school aid formula changes, and wedding venue regulation, with amendments adopted on several of them before advancement to third reading.

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• Medicaid uh Autism Services adult Medicaid uh Autism Services adult daycare<01:00:41.119> child
• The A2 amendment is adopted.
• every year from children to older adults every year from children to older adults and<01:30:58.960
• Medicaid using collaborative care codes Medicaid using collaborative care codes establishes<01:36
• <01:38:05.199> that model has designated billing codes that model has designated billing codes

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• WE WILL SOON BE DOING THAT CERTIFICATION FOR ADULT HOMES.
• OF THOSE REPORTS, 91% WERE CODED AS COMMERCIAL SEXUAL EXPLOITATION OF A CHILD. 8% WERE CODED LABOR TRAFFICKING
• THE ADULT PROTECTIVE INVESTIGATION PROGRAM.
• YOUNG ADULTS. 1 – 3 YEARS AFTER THEY TURNED 18.
• YOUNG ADULTS EXPRESSED AS A BARRIER.

Keywords: 999, senate, all

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• The only time regulation of movements or actions of individuals under 17 that may be adopted is during
• The city of Belton first adopted a juvenile curfew ordinance in 1993.
• At least if there's a crime that's in the penal code—robbery, whatever—you know those are crimes, and
• The question occurs on adoption of the motion, and the clerk will call the roll.
• The question occurs on the adoption of the motion, and the clerk will call the roll. Chair Cook?

Bills: HB1511, HB1831, HB1988, HB2147, HB2234

Keywords: housing, affordable housing, state regulations, zoning, local government authority, drug court, juvenile justice, diversion programs, rehabilitation, criminal justice reform, remote proceedings, depositions, virtual hearings, court technology, criminal responsibility, age of maturity, expungement, mental health services, juvenile record sealing, 1184

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• , international building code, the plumbing code, electrical code, all those things that goes into this
• , international building code, the plumbing code, electrical code, all those things that goes into this
• code, electrical code, the plumbing code, electrical code,<02:42:44.479> all<02:42:44.560>
• <03:36:00.239> and<03:36:00.479> the<03:36:00.720> adoption construction codes
• and the adoption construction codes and the adoption cycle.<03:36:02.560> And<03:36:03.520>

Keywords: 910, house, all

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• Move adoption of the committee reports. Senators, we have a motion to adopt the committee reports.
• We have adoption of the committee report. Senators, we have a motion to adopt the committee report.
• Move adoption of the committee report, Mr. President. The committee report has been adopted.
• I move adoption of the Committee Report. Senators, we have a motion to adopt the Committee Report.
• The committee report has been adopted. The committee report has been adopted.

Keywords: 996, all

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• So by adopting a higher standard of clear and convincing evidence, what we're asking is for trusted adults
• By adopting a higher standard of clear and convincing evidence, what we're asking is for trusted adults
• So by adopting a higher standard of clear and convincing evidence, what we're asking is for trusted adults
• The motion is adopted. No, the ayes have it. The motion is adopted.
• The motion has been adopted. adopted I recognize Senator gray move to adopted I recognize Senator gray

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• Without objection showing the amendment is adopted.
• Without objection show the amendment is adopted.
• Without objection show the amendment is adopted.
• Show that adopted.
• an adult.

Keywords: 999, senate, all

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• We'll reconvene and consider that new input that we ought to consider here in Alabama so we can stay

Keywords: 924, joint, all

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• Code 7923.600.
• However, the board is watching and seeing the adoption around AI.
• I work with adults.
• I work with adults.
• So in the report, a section was cited in the Government Code, and that Government Code section states

Summary: The joint sunset oversight hearing reviewed five regulatory entities: the Board of Behavioral Sciences, the Board of Psychology, the Physician Assistant Board, the Podiatric Medical Board, and the California Massage Therapy Council. Across the hearing, each entity described recent accomplishments, licensing and enforcement workload, workforce shortages, and efforts to modernize processes. Common themes included streamlining licensure, expanding access to care, addressing telehealth or emerging technology, and balancing consumer protection with workforce needs. For the Board of Behavioral Sciences, members discussed workforce shortages in mental health, supervision barriers, telehealth confidentiality, AI in therapy, interstate compacts, school-based services, and military spouse licensure. The board said it has expanded outreach, improved licensing processes, and created temporary practice authority tracking, while also expressing concern about counseling compacts and emphasizing California-specific law, ethics, and cultural competency. Public commenters supported the board’s work and the possible move to a national MFT exam, while also urging more resources. The Board of Psychology highlighted fee adjustments, streamlined licensure pathways, enforcement process improvements, new CPD requirements, and proposed changes including a psychotherapist-client privilege exception for investigations. Committee members and public witnesses focused heavily on that privilege proposal, with some members opposing it as too broad and privacy-invasive, while the board argued it is needed to obtain records in bias and sexual misconduct cases. The board also discussed workforce shortages, processing improvements, and the use of inactive status for psychological associates. The Physician Assistant Board reported growth in the PA workforce and education programs, SB 697 implementation, and financial pressure from rising enforcement costs. The main policy debate centered on physician-to-PA ratios and practice agreements, with board representatives and many public commenters arguing that current restrictions limit access to care, especially in rural areas, while the California Medical Association defended the need for explicit ratios and agreements. The board also discussed AI, fee increases, and tracking temporary practice authority. The Podiatric Medical Board described licensing and renewal reforms, residency expansion, enforcement support, and budget constraints, while public testimony raised concerns about a proposed fee increase and about reimbursement parity and practice recognition for podiatrists. Finally, the California Massage Therapy Council defended the certification model over licensure, citing lower costs, local government collaboration, anti-trafficking work, and its role in vetting applications and disciplining bad actors; no formal votes or final actions were taken during this portion of the hearing.

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• They perceive that as, uh, you know, adults and not just their fellow students but adults, you know,
• They perceive that as, uh, you know, adults and not just their fellow students but adults, you know,
• <00:31:49.120> and that as uh you know you know adults and that as uh you know you know adults
• Just uh to adopt the >> All right. Just uh to adopt the amendment. amendment. amendment.
• So the amount of code number changed.

Keywords: 928, house, all

Summary: The House Education Policy and Administration Committee met to hear a non-germane amendment to House Bill 131, which concerns bullying and cyberbullying prevention. Representative Glenn Cordelli, the prime sponsor, said the amendment was intended to revise and improve language from last year’s SB 210 and to incorporate measures from a cyberbullying bill previously passed by the House. He described changes to school communication requirements, mandatory reporting of bullying and retaliation, stronger investigation and collaboration requirements for cross-district cases, added safety and remediation language, a required conference with the alleged perpetrator and parents if available, updated reporting deadlines, and disciplinary consequences for harassment, intimidation, retaliation, and false reports. He also noted a later amendment would be needed to insert the words “the perpetrator” in one section, and he explained that some changes were meant to align with prior legislation and legislative drafting suggestions. Committee members raised several concerns. Representative Murray questioned the treatment of private and parochial schools, the change from gross negligence to negligence, and the removal of a definition of bullying based on imbalance of power and perceived characteristics. Representative Damon also objected to deleting that definition, arguing it would narrow the scope of bullying too much. Representative Han spoke in opposition, saying the amendment was too broad, unnecessary in parts, and not ready for final action; he criticized the removal of the imbalance-of-power language, the conference requirement when parents may not participate, and the reporting obligations for bus drivers and others. Cordelli responded that some issues were already addressed in prior law or SB 210 and that private schools have their own policies. Michelle Wongran of New Hampshire Legal Assistance testified in opposition, saying the bill was being heard without enough notice and that it does far more than the committee analysis suggests. She said the amendment adds undefined retaliation language, imposes reporting duties on school vendors and contractors, may conflict with FERPA and other federal privacy rules, and includes provisions that could have serious implications for schools and students. She said she supports parental involvement and some conference provisions in concept, but urged the committee to reject the amendment or at least send it through the normal legislative process for fuller review. No vote was taken during the hearing portion described in the transcript.

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• The motion is adopted. Please read the bill a third time.
• The motion is adopted. Please read the bill.
• Third, the change reconciles a difference between the Florida probate code and Florida trust code, providing
• Without objection, show that motion adopted.
• Without objection, show that motion adopted.

Summary: The Senate convened with a quorum, opening prayer, pledge, and several member introductions and recognitions, including resolutions and visiting groups. The chamber then moved to a special order calendar and took up a series of bills, beginning with SB 88 on utility terrain vehicles, which would allow local governments to opt in to street use of UTVs under specified safety conditions; it passed 32-5 after debate over safety concerns. SB 102 on exceptional student education created a workforce credential/badge program for students with autism or on modified curricula; despite concerns about unfunded mandates, it passed 36-0. SB 106 on exploitation of vulnerable adults authorized alternative service methods for scammers through the apps they used to contact victims and passed 37-0. SB 130 expanded and eased procedures for compensation of victims of wrongful incarceration, including extending filing deadlines and removing restrictive bars; it passed 38-0. SB 158 eliminated cost sharing for diagnostic and supplemental breast exams under the state employee health plan and passed 38-0. The Senate then considered SB 234 on crimes against law enforcement officers, prompted by the killing of Officer Jason Raynor. The bill clarified that a person may not resist an officer with violence and added a mandatory life sentence for manslaughter of a law enforcement officer. A late amendment to restore “good faith” language failed, and after extensive debate over due process, racial profiling, and sentencing concerns, the bill was temporarily postponed rather than brought to a final vote. SB 262 on trust code technical changes passed 36-0. SB 274 designated portions of roads in Orlando as Harris Rosen Way and Geraldine Thompson Way; it passed 38-0 and then received 37 co-sponsors. SB 280 created an enforcement mechanism for candidate party-affiliation qualification requirements and passed 38-0. SB 296 repealed the statewide middle and high school start-time mandate and returned the issue to local districts with reporting requirements; it passed 38-0. Later, SB 356 designated January 27 as International Holocaust Remembrance Day in Florida, with the sponsor emphasizing anti-Semitism and the need for education and remembrance. The transcript also included additional ceremonial remarks and recognition of Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity members in the gallery. Throughout the meeting, most measures advanced with unanimous or near-unanimous support, while SB 234 generated the most substantive disagreement and was set aside for later consideration.

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• Show The motion adopted, read the bill a third time by title.
• Show the motion adopted, read the bill a third time by title.
• Show the motion adopted, read the bill a third time by title.
• Show the motion adopted, read the bill a third time by title.
• Show the motion adopted.

Keywords: sales tax reduction, budget cuts, boating safety, water treatment, municipal utilities, school safety, medical malpractice, firearm purchase age, cursive writing instruction, first responder support, veto overrides, veterans funding, infrastructure projects

Summary: The Florida House convened for regular business, with Speaker Perez announcing historic budget plans including the largest state tax cut in Florida history - a permanent 0.75% sales tax reduction from 6% to 5.25%, saving Floridians nearly $5 billion annually. The House will propose a budget lower than both the Governor's proposal and last year's budget. Several bills passed including Lucy's Law (boating safety), water access facilities funding, municipal utility rate corrections, hazardous walking conditions for schools, and medical malpractice 'Free Kill Law' repeal. The controversial firearm purchase age bill (HB 759) passed 78-34, lowering the minimum age from 21 to 18, despite emotional opposition citing the Parkland shooting. Other bills addressed cursive writing instruction, peer support for first responders, and government sunset reviews. Multiple veto override motions were approved unanimously, reinstating funding for veterans programs and infrastructure projects.