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• And whoever wants to go first can.
• First, individuals that exit incarceration are often eligible for SNAP benefits.
• Um, so, so basically we're not mandating anything in this bill.
• The Middleton is 1397 is the first one.
• The letter was a passionate plea for aid for the Alamo garrison.

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• One of them, the first bill, was her bill, which was basically to help people get professional licensure
• When I won my vacancy to come to the Senate, one of the first people I texted One of the first people
• My first year in office.
• You stakeholder with people first of all You stakeholder with people first of all to help draft your
• Why we're here in the first place.

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• Our first testifiers are on testifiers. Our first testifiers are on Zoom.
• Uh, first we have Kelly Anderson.
• First is that, um, say two things.
• If you would like to go first.
• <01:15:57.080> Yes, you would like to go first. Yes, you would like to go first.

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• changes and we are some of the first changes and we are some of the first people<00:10:57.519>
• And so um basically what the the A1 does And so um basically what the the A1 does is<00:19:59.679>
• This is not my first rodeo.
• This is not my first rodeo.
• And then Natalie Benjamin, first.

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• First, I'd like to thank the committee for working with my staff on this. SB 888.
• First, I'd like to thank the committee for working with my staff on this important bill.
• I'm Sergeant First Class, United States Army, retired.
• Padilla here first, unless you want to...
• And basically get in the way of progress for these communities.

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• I think that the two pieces of information called for in the amended bill are basic information.
• Representative Glenn Cordelli: The two pieces of information called for in the amended bill are basic
• Basically, that's close to $1 billion dollars.
• Basically, that's close to $1 billion dollars.
• <01:08:16.000> priority constituents, then your first priority constituents, then your first

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• She was the first one of the first retired teachers I met whenever I running for Senate.
• One of the first things he'd always say is How's miss Elizabeth that's the first thing he'd always say
• Members I was told that we were going to present the other one first because it's it's the first one
• that comes up the first section of the bill.
• Alvarado, Betancourt first.

Bills: SJR57, SCR8, SB8, SB14, SB24, SB108, SB112, SB125, SB213, SB251, SB315, SB318, SB371, SB378, SB379, SB472, SB487, SB502, SB513, SB565, SB621, SB650, SB689, SB707, SB710, SB761, SB763, SB815, SB854, SB875, SB896, SB916, SB925, SB958, SB961, SB965, SB973, SB987, SB990, SB995, SB1006, SB1018, SB1019, SB1024, SB1026, SB1146, SB1194, SB1198, SB1253, SB1330, SB1343, SB1362, SB1379, SB1497, SB1498, SB1527, SB1532, SB1547, SB1596, SJR36, SJR12, SJR57, SCR22, SCR12, SCR8, SB565, SB765, SB62, SB666, SB707, SB888, SB687, SB847, SB1248, SB14, SB1006, SB504, SB925, SB995, SB857, SB305, SB296, SB284, SB815, SB1379, SB1497, SB1499, SB1498, SB241, SB304, SB621, SB1023, SB1024, SB686, SB112, SB371, SB204, SB609, SB670, SB502, SB850, SB854, SB413, SB1362, SB1346, SB1033, SB1220, SB1073, SB810, SB987, SB1539, SB447, SB875, SB406, SB985, SB965, SB1119, SB1505, SB24, SB1194, SB1253, SB1215, SB1532, SB1302, SB856, SB650, SB583, SB673, SB213, SB681, SB1172, SB1252, SB378, SB1343, SB608, SB487, SB955, SB957, SB988, SB990, SB1019, SB1021, SB1120, SB251, SB958, SB761, SB541, SB315, SB379, SB1018, SB1737, SB266, SB1415, SB1527, SB125, SB599, SB1330, SB53, SB916, SB896, SB1352, SB973, SB785, SB710, SB472, SB1450, SB1502, SB1566, SB414, SB1062, SB1547, SB961, SB1038, SB513, SB578, SB711, SB746, SB942, SB1404, SB1448, SB1738, SB108, SB8, SB318, SB507, SB533, SB689, SB1026, SB1349, SB1355, SB1433, SB1434, SB1596, SB1403, SB1198, SB1146, SB763, SB667, SB1059, SB617, SB1567, SB503, SJR37, SB16, SB310, SB311, SB396, SB505, SB1209, SB1210, SB1470, SB264, SB924, SB1029, SB1185, SB1202, SB1358, SB1364, SB1569, SB1697, SB1376, SB1228, SB519, SB878, SB1350, SB462, SB1535, SB827, SB1585, SB207, SB1207, SB1619, SB1396, SB920, SB1484, SB1273, SB1741

Keywords: central bank digital currency, CBDC, Federal Reserve, digital dollar, digital currency, cashless payments, financial privacy, cybersecurity, government surveillance, financial surveillance, money laundering, terrorism financing, illicit finance, banking policy, monetary policy, payments system, commercial banks, Texas Legislature, concurrent resolution, federal reserve digital currency

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• Public water systems are designed to provide customers with safe, reliable drinking water and aid in
• Public water systems are designed to provide customers with safe, reliable drinking water and aid in
• Some of those are similar issues that we had initially raised when the bill was first amended.
• Some of those are similar issues that we had initially raised when the bill was first amended.
• Well, first of all, thank you so much. Truly, we may ask your committee for help as we move along.

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• IS CONCERNING YOU COULD HAVE A CHILD OUT THERE WITH HIV AND AIDS AND FOR THE SYSTEMS TO COVER THAT UP
• Hinson: I GOT TO SHAKE THAT OUT FIRST SO I CAN GET TO THE ORIGINAL QUESTION.
• I HAVE BASICALLY LIVED MY ENTIRE LIFE WITH THEM BREATHING DOWN MY NECK.
• I REMEMBER MY FIRST YEAR HERE IN THE HOUSE WE AND TAKE THE TIME OUT OF DATE TO ADVOCATE.
• Nix: THANK YOU MADAM CHAIR AND FIRST I WANT TO START BY THANKING EVERYONE WHO CAME TO SPEAK TODAY.

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• <00:11:09.480> and 1940s Buick to a Ferrari basically and 1940s Buick to a Ferrari basically
• <00:22:29.240> few is more changes within the first few is more changes within the first few
• through the training and their first through the training and their first year<02:34:35.439>
• <03:10:06.640> part yeah well the first part yeah well the first part um<03:10:09.200>
• makers to know that word that first makers to know that word that first letter<04:09:24.600>

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• Minnesota first and foremost. We trust Minnesota first and foremost.
• is<00:30:39.360> the the first one members is the the first one members is the A10<00:
• First of all, the President, two items.
• Senator that for the very first time.
• it uh basically by providing two pieces. it uh basically by providing two pieces.

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• These efforts are what keep skies safe in the first place.
• Kennedy: The American people expect their government to meet basic duties.
• The first electronic vote will be conducted as a 15-minute vote.
• The first electronic vote will be conducted as a 15-minute vote.
• OH, BUT THIS IS PRESIDENT WHO IS ALL ABOUT WORKERS FIRST.

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Monday, September 8, 2025, 1012, house, all

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• Read the first bill.
• We all value our aides.
• Read the first amendment.
• Read the first amendment.
• Read the first amendment.

Bills: HJR 99, HB 1399, HB 1400, HB 1094, HB 365, HB 1109, HB 647, HCR 35, SB 14, HB 12, HB 1522, HB 422, HB 675, HB 204, HB 748, HB 912, HJR 99, HB 1399, HB 1400, HB 1094, HB 365, HB 1109, HB 647, HCR 35, HCR 123, HCR 124, HR 57, HR 87, HR 111, HR 228, HR 230, HR 322, HR 624, HR 625, HR 626, HR 627, HR 628, HR 630, HR 631, HR 634, HR 635, HR 636, HR 637, HR 638, HR 639, HR 640, HR 645, HR 646, HR 648, HR 649, HR 651, HR 652, HR 653, HR 654, HR 664, HR 665, HR 668, HR 675, HR 676, HR 678, HR 679, HR 680, HR 683, HR 686, HR 688, HR 689, HR 694, HR 695, HR 697, HR 698, HR 699, HR 472, HR 622, HR 632, HR 633, HR 643, HR 655, HR 657, HR 660, HR 661, HR 662, HR 663, HR 667, HR 670, HR 674, HR 681, HR 682, HR 696

Keywords: animal feed, tax exemption, ad valorem taxation, retail, constitutional amendment, retail sale, tangible personal property, Texas tax code, groundwater, water conservation, financial assistance, Texas Water Development Board, innovation fund, local conservation districts, transportation protection agreement, funeral services, insurance exemption, regulation, deceased transportation, HB 365

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• I am going to come down to the table first to discuss House Bill 785, so if my guests can start making
• I do want to say this is a lot more complicated than I first realized it was.
• allow me to present this first allow me to present this first um<00:51:28.240> talking<00
• First, let me say thank you for the bill. Very supportive of the bill.
• It's the first time I'd ever heard of it, no clue.

Keywords: 00:00:00 Call to Order/Roll Call 00:01:19 Discussion of 25RS HB 785 00:30:25 Roll Call Vote on 25RS HB 785 00:32:15 Discussion of 25RS HB 61 00:36:42 Roll Call Vote on 25RS HB 61 00:38:07 Discussion of 25RS HB 788 00:51:01 Discussion of 25RS SB 14 01:11:09 Discussion of 25RS HB 685 01:44:57 Adjournment, 958, all

Summary: The House Standing Committee on Health Services met with a quorum and took up House Bill 785, as amended by a committee substitute that combined language from HB 785 and HB 787. The bill was described as addressing Medicaid managed care organization (MCO) audits, provider contract notice and amendment procedures, mental health parity compliance, and related transparency requirements. Supporters said the measure would tighten notice to providers, limit repeated contract amendments and rate reductions, require more standardized audit procedures, and add reporting on Medicaid claims, appeals, and grievances. It also includes a provision requiring coverage of at least two evaluation-and-management billable services per physician per recipient per date of service, and a section addressing narcotic/opioid treatment program licensing and reimbursement language. Testimony in support came from Representative Kim Moore, John Inman of BrightView Health, Michelle Sandborne of the Children’s Alliance, and Kelly Cormic of RYSE. They argued that MCOs often use audits and recoupments in ways that are burdensome, opaque, and financially damaging to providers, especially smaller and rural ones. They cited examples of multiple audit requests in short timeframes, large record requests with short deadlines, delayed or absent feedback, and recoupments taken before appeals are resolved. They also said parity laws are not being consistently enforced and that the bill would give the Department of Insurance authority to suspend or revoke an MCO certificate of authority for willful or repeated parity violations. Committee members generally expressed support for provider protections and transparency, while asking for clarification on the narcotic treatment and E/M billing provisions. Tom Stevens of the Kentucky Association of Health Plans testified in opposition, saying the bill is complex to implement and should be handled through the broader Medicaid oversight work of House Bill 9, the MOAB. He said the issues raised were better suited for that bipartisan stakeholder process and noted the committee substitute had not yet been fully reviewed by his group. After discussion, the committee adopted the committee substitute and then moved to a vote on the bill; the roll call began, with several members recorded as voting yes, but the transcript cuts off before the final vote result is shown.

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• Okay, so we'll do the JDC, the Judiciary Committee bills only first. Uh, first up is SB 2149.
• uh bills only first. uh bills only first.
• First up on a law enforcement officer. First up on 2203<00:12:14.960> is >> Chang. Okay.
• c> Uh first up on 2438 Uh first up on 2438 is<00:47:49.720> David<00:47:50.160> Matsumiya,<
• First, the Attorney General's one.

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Summary: The Judiciary Committee heard several Senate bills. SB 2149 would exempt paternity proceedings involving allegations of domestic abuse from mediation and clarify the domestic abuse mediation exemption in divorce cases. The Department of the Attorney General and the Hawaii State Coalition Against Domestic Violence supported the measure but recommended technical and conforming changes, including updating references from HRS Chapter 584 to 584A and aligning the language more closely with the Uniform Mediation Act. Members discussed whether the bill’s wording could limit who may bring a support person to mediation, and the chair suggested the intent was to preserve survivor choice while avoiding ambiguity. No vote was taken in the portion heard. SB 2203 would create an offense for law enforcement officers using masks or personal disguises. The Office of the Public Defender, ACLU of Hawaii, Legal Clinic, and many other supporters argued the bill would improve transparency, accountability, and public trust, while still allowing safety exceptions. Law enforcement agencies, including the Department of Law Enforcement, Honolulu Police Department, and the Honolulu Prosecutor’s Office, raised concerns about operational needs, undercover and auxiliary units, body cameras, and possible supremacy clause issues if the bill is aimed at federal officers. The chair noted the bill appeared likely to move forward and asked agencies and advocates to work on possible amendments; testimony count was reported as 114 in support, 3 opposed, and 2 comments. SB 2251 would appropriate funds for the victim witness assistance program in the City and County of Honolulu Prosecuting Attorney’s Office. The prosecutor’s office supported the bill, saying it would replace shortfalls from declining federal funding and help maintain victim services and rights information. A former program director also testified in support. When asked, the office said it would not object to a simple reporting requirement. The committee then moved on to SB 2311, which would address claims against the state and add reporting and timing requirements; the Department of the Attorney General testified with concerns and recommendations, and members began questioning current practices for handling claims and settlements.

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• 1901, Charles Joy made the first 1901, Charles Joy made the first automobile<00:06:17.360> ascent
• First reading of order of business. First reading of House<00:11:37.680> bills.
• that wasn't broken in the first place. that wasn't broken in the first place.
• Uh first, an Thank you, Mr. President. Uh first, an housekeeping<01:21:33.280> item.
• first time very recently. Senator Abler. first time very recently. Senator Abler.

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• First item I'm going to commissioner.
• Who would you like first? Senator, would you like first? Nathan. All right. Both of them.
• So the first thing we Thank you.
• for the state aid wastewater grants. for the state aid wastewater grants.
• The call center, it acts as sort of the first intake to deal with those basic questions.

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• Read the first bill.
• So we are talking about first-degree premeditated murder.
• Speaker: Read the first amendment.
• THAT'S WHY THEY IMMIGRATE TO THIS COUNTRY IN THE FIRST PLACE.
• MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT, OR BASIC COMMUNITY CONNECTION.

Keywords: immigration enforcement, unauthorized alien entry, death penalty, capital felonies, 287G agreements, in-state tuition, undocumented students, DACA, TPS, Venezuelan immigrants, law enforcement funding, immigration detention, federal preemption, equal protection, constitutional challenges, immigration status determination, school resource officers, conscientious objection, clergy protection, teacher protection

Summary: The Florida House passed two immigration enforcement bills during a special session. Senate Bill 4C creates new state offenses for unauthorized alien entry/reentry into Florida and mandates the death penalty for unauthorized aliens convicted of capital felonies. Senate Bill 2C establishes a state immigration enforcement board, provides $300+ million for local law enforcement immigration cooperation, creates a $1,000 bonus program for officers participating in federal immigration enforcement, and repeals in-state tuition for undocumented students effective July 1, 2025. Multiple amendments were proposed but failed, including protections for Venezuelan TPS holders, DACA recipients, students in critical professions, and conscientious objection provisions for clergy and teachers. Debate included constitutional concerns about federal preemption, equal protection violations, and mandatory death penalty provisions. The session also included a memorial urging DHS to provide 287G agreement training opportunities.

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• In aid of such inquiry, the committees held public hearings, which members of the public were invited
• Read the first bill.
• The first one, Senator Leek, before there was St.
• The first one, Senator Leak before they were you, Mr. President, I have two.
• The first one, Senator Leak, before there were St.

Summary: The Senate convened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and recognition of Doctors of the Day. Members then offered several gallery introductions and Capitol Day recognitions, including St. Johns County Day, Florida Space Day, Florida State Parks Day, AMIkids Day, Manatee County Days, New College of Florida Day, and Florida Keys Day. The chamber received and adopted a committee report on 65 executive appointments. Debate focused on the confirmation of Tina Vidal-Douart, with one senator opposing her appointment over concerns about contracts tied to detention facilities and political contributions, while another senator spoke in support based on her assistance during COVID testing efforts. The report was adopted by a vote of 37 yeas and 0 nays. On the special order calendar, the Senate passed Committee Substitute for Committee Substitute for Senate Bill 48 on housing, which requires local governments to allow accessory dwelling units under specified conditions and extends certain density bonus incentives for military families. The Senate also passed Committee Substitute for Senate Bill 578, creating a statewide Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Initiative through the Department of Elder Affairs. Both bills passed 38-0. Appropriations Chair Hooper gave a budget update, saying the Senate budget rollout would move to February 12 in committee and February 18 in full appropriations. The Senate then waived rules to immediately certify all bills passed that day to the House, and adjourned until Wednesday, February 11, for committee meetings and other business.

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• And with that, let's move into our first panel.
• First, we moved to Los Angeles, and my first job was in restaurants. I felt like it was not my job.
• She's a first grader. It's not safe.
• COVID, who basically had to work.
• As the Supreme Court stated, you can basically be profiled.

Summary: The hearing focused first on how wildfires and other disasters affect child care providers, families, and early education infrastructure. State officials from the Department of Social Services and Department of Education described disaster response and preparedness efforts, including shelter coordination, licensing outreach, emergency waivers, distribution of supplies, and the statewide child care disaster plan. Testimony from providers and advocates emphasized major gaps in recovery funding, insurance coverage, rebuilding support, mental health services, and coordination with local rebuild plans. Several witnesses urged more dedicated disaster-recovery funding for child care facilities and suggested statutory changes, including allowing greater flexibility for rebuilding costs and requiring early childhood programs to be included in local disaster planning. The second panel addressed immigration enforcement and its impact on child care. Advocates from the Children's Partnership, Every Child California, and CHIRLA said enforcement activity is causing families to keep children home, disrupting continuity of care, reducing enrollment, and creating fear and trauma for children and providers. They argued that immigrant and mixed-status families need clearer protections, privacy safeguards, legal support, trauma-informed guidance, and safe-haven policies for child care settings. Speakers also stressed that the child care workforce is heavily immigrant and that recent state laws such as AB 49 and AB 495 will require funding, training, and technical assistance to implement effectively. Public commenters, including child care providers, described personal experiences with fire damage, displacement, permit delays, lost income, and the emotional toll of serving families during crises. Others described how immigration enforcement has made parents afraid to attend events, drop off children, or remain connected to providers. Committee members repeatedly noted that child care is often overlooked in emergencies and asked state officials how child care systems are being integrated into disaster planning and how local and state agencies can better coordinate. No formal votes were taken during the hearing.