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• So people that's writing the bill yada.
• President, maybe we need to write language into this bill to do it.
• Um, you know, the whole public thinks we write all these brilliant words and and we don't.
• Um, you know, the whole public thinks we write all these brilliant words, and we don't.
• Um, you know, the whole public thinks we write all these brilliant words, and we don't.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• request Representative McGee to write request Representative McGee to write the<02:10:15.360>
• I will write the on Senate Bill 230.
• And Representative Bernardi will write And Representative Bernardi will write the<02:22:58.640><
• I will write the committee report and have that to myself by 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
• But if we can write the right policy, let good actors do good things.

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• a reminder of our North Star, making sure that we are centering our work and the labor law that we write

Keywords: 993, senate, all

Summary: The Senate Standing Committee on Labor met for its second meeting of the 2026 session, with Chair Senator Ramos welcoming members and inviting Mario Celento, president of the New York State AFL-CIO, to speak. Celento thanked the committee for its past labor-related work and outlined the AFL-CIO’s priorities for the session, including fixing Tier 6 public pensions, responsible regulation of artificial intelligence and autonomous vehicles, child care, staffing ratios in health care, housing-related labor standards, prevailing wage and project labor agreements, and protecting workers from federal actions affecting unions, organizing, OSHA, and collective bargaining. The committee then took up six bills. It reported Senate Bill 372A, relating to labor law and establishing certain notices, by a vote with one nay and an abstention. Senate Bill 681, concerning fingerprinting or mandatory iris and retina scanning of applicants, was reported with one nay. Senate Bill 1514, relating to support orders for a police classification, was reported unanimously. Senate Bill 4424A, the anti-labor of women rights bill, was reported with abstentions. Senate Bill 4479, requiring the Workers’ Compensation Board and Department of Labor to publish a list of DRMDs as open data, was reported unanimously. Senate Bill 7776A, relating to an act for a thinkless servant form act, was also reported with abstentions. All six bills were moved to the calendar, and the meeting adjourned.

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• Do you not write tickets at all? You just give one? That's totally up to the city.

Bills: HB575

Keywords: automated enforcement, speeding violations, civil fines, Baldwin County, municipal legislation, traffic safety, public awareness, 1136, house, all

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• I'm writing to urge you to set a date for the special election for the 18th congressional district.

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• The following motion in writing the clerk will read the motion. By Guerin, Mr.

Keywords: 1184, house, all

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• >> Nobody can read my writing. >> No. Are you a doctor?
• Nobody<00:08:33.760> can<00:08:33.919> read<00:08:34.159> my<00:08:34.320> writing
• >> Nobody can read my writing. >> Nobody can read my writing.
• dollar these projects uh above a certain dollar amount<00:30:32.159> and<00:30:32.880> writing
• a report at the end amount and writing a report at the end with<00:30:34.480> their<00:30:34.799

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• <03:30:52.399> a Hampton right now, we can't write a Hampton right now, we can't write a speeding
• But I think if we have this, the definition of an OCV is what you're going to be able to write into the
• But I think if we have this, the definition of an OCV is what you're going to be able to write into the
• But I think if we have this, the definition of an OCV is what you're going to be able to write into the
• into the laws going to be able to write into the laws and<03:49:27.359> rules<03:49:27.600>

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• His spirit inspired me and a number of other committed advocates to write and advance Timothy's Law in
• His spirit inspired me and a number of other committed advocates to write and advance Timothy's Law in
• His spirit inspired me and a number of other committed advocates to write and advance Timothy's Law in
• Speaker, writing,<00:51:28.000> quote,<00:51:28.240> "Israel,<00:51:28.800> instead<
• /c><00:51:29.040> of writing, quote, "Israel, instead of writing, quote, "Israel, instead of being

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

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• So, by giving the Department of Education the authority to make those rules, write those experiential
• 26:18.720> So, So, by giving the Department of Education the authority to make those rules, write
• She said they are writing to urge the committee to oppose HB 115.
• I'm we are writing to New Hampshire.
• It means that they got a doctor to write a note saying that they have a diagnosis.

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• Next, we've received testimony in writing from Housing Technology Associates in support, and also from
• Next, we've received testimony in writing from Housing Technology Associates in support, and also from
• Next, we've received testimony in writing from Housing Technology Associates in support, and also from
• By the same token, they’re expected to write rules to implement this.
• The rule-writing process takes years, and it takes people to do it, and I think that it suggests this

Keywords: 910, house, all

Summary: The committee heard several measures, beginning with SB 946 on wastewater management, which would clarify that the ban on discharging wastewater or raw sewage into state waters after 12/31/26 applies to treatment plants. Testimony was in support from the Department of Health, Maui County Council, Mayor Bisson, and individuals, and no one testified in opposition. SB 849 on wildlife conservation would prohibit intentional taking, harming, or killing of the Hawaiian hawk (ʻio) and increase penalties for taking native aquatic life, wildlife, and land plants; DLNR supported the bill, noting the ʻio was delisted federally in 2020 and that the measure also updates penalties and adds a rehabilitation/community service option. No questions were raised, and the bill drew support testimony only. For SB 330 on invasive species prevention, the Attorney General raised a supremacy clause concern with language requiring state enforcement of federal quarantines and recommended reverting to a prior version with a catchall for federal regulation. The Coordinating Group on Alien Pest Species supported the bill as a way to close a biosecurity gap, while the Department of Agriculture said it supported the intent but wanted to avoid acting without a cooperative agreement with USDA and suggested deleting the portion allowing action without such an agreement. The committee also heard SB 1393 on public land use, which would require the School Facilities Authority to consult with DOE and other agencies before land conveyances or leases and repeal a requirement that DOE transfer title upon request; both SFA and DOE supported the measure, with DOE emphasizing the need for early communication and consultation, and members asked about possible disagreements or stalemates. The committee then heard SB 321 on private roads and ways, which would deem certain privately owned roads and similar ways transferred to adjacent owners or community associations if conditions are met. The Hawaii Land Title Association said the bill as drafted would create uncertainty and proposed a court process to clarify ownership and create a recordable order; written support came from the Mortgage Bankers Association of Hawaii, Hawaii Financial Services Association, and one individual. SB 66 on housing permitting would require permit decisions within 60 days for certain housing projects and deem permits approved in some circumstances; DLNR’s historic preservation office supported the intent but noted county historic preservation roles, OHA suggested amendments to clarify county duties, and DPP opposed the time limits as risky for health and safety reviews, warning about back-and-forth review cycles and possible mismatches between approved plans and field work. Realtors, NAIOP, Hawaii Food Industry Association, Hawaii YIMBY, and the Maui Chamber supported the measure, while Lahaina Strong, Hawaii Good Neighbor, and two individuals opposed it. Finally, the committee heard SB 1170 on expeditious redevelopment of affordable rental housing, which would speed permits for rebuilding permanently affordable multifamily rental housing damaged by natural disasters and exempt certain projects from EIS requirements. HHFDC supported the bill, citing the Front Street Apartments rebuild and the long SMA permit timeline on Maui, and the Office of Planning and Sustainable Development supported the intent while suggesting technical placement of amendments. Testimony in support also came from the Maui Chamber of Commerce and Joe Blanco, who described difficulties rebuilding a project originally developed under older statutory requirements and said the bill’s added language addressed those issues.

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• uh once once the renewal takes can write uh once once the renewal takes place<00:33:33.279> um
• ><00:33:33.440> they<00:33:33.519> can<00:33:33.679> write<00:33:33.799> a
• ><00:33:34.000> program<00:33:34.360> so place um they can write a program so place um
• they can write a program so that<00:33:35.159> um<00:33:35.320> that<00:33:35.440> is
• Seeing none, thanks very much, and we will certainly take anything you have to offer in writing.

Keywords: 928, house, all

Summary: The committee first heard House Bill 119-FN, which would allow rental companies registering a rental fleet to choose New Hampshire as their base jurisdiction under the International Registration Plan. The DMV witness said the state already has this capability under the IRP and did not support the bill, adding that no additional staffing should be needed. Committee questions focused on whether the bill would change where registrations are done, what implementation would require, mileage tracking, decals, and inspection requirements. A representative of the Motor Transport Association also said the bill was unnecessary because the option already exists, while noting some related truck-registration and property-tax issues. The chair then closed the public hearing on HB 119-FN with no further speakers. The committee next heard House Bill 612, which would let youth operators renew up to 30 days before turning 21 and receive a temporary license so they can transition to a standard horizontal license without an extra DMV trip. The sponsor and DMV director strongly supported the bill, describing a long-standing problem where early online renewals can trigger another vertical youth license, forcing a duplicate transaction and fee after the birthday. The DMV said the change would reduce confusion and workload, and estimated a one-time system update cost of $48,000. Members asked about whether the proposal was effectively a 30-day extension, how law enforcement would view the temporary status, and whether the system could handle printing and mailing the new horizontal license; the director said the DMV could manage it and that the bill was the best approach. The chair closed the hearing after no one else testified. Finally, the committee heard House Bill 209, which would exempt new vehicles from inspection in the second year after purchase, effectively allowing two years before the next inspection. The sponsor argued the bill would save taxpayers money and reduce unnecessary trips for owners of new vehicles. Supporters said newer vehicles are already maintained through warranties and routine service. Opponents, including the New Hampshire Auto Dealers Association and a service manager from a dealership, argued the bill was not limited to truly new cars, would weaken safety by delaying inspections on vehicles that can still develop tire, brake, and other defects, and could raise costs for everyone else if inspection volume drops. The Motor Transport Association clarified that commercial motor vehicles remain subject to annual federal inspection requirements. No vote was taken in the transcript, and the hearing remained open with testimony continuing.

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• Just because, as we know, I'm always here to defend staff who write brilliant analyses and work deep
• into the night, as I'm sure my staff was writing me at 2 a.m. when they were doing this, as I'm sure
• I've yet to write a perfect bill out of the gate. No bill ever is at the stage of this process.
• I've witnessed someone who chooses to write creative nonfiction instead of a suicide note.
• I'm going to write you up. Item 5, AB 1753, Stephanie, add-ons. Macito. Bauer-Kahan.

Summary: The committee heard several bills, with most of the discussion focused on public safety, consumer protection, and youth harms. AB 1557 by Assemblymember Papin would clarify e-bike motor power limits and set lower speed-related standards for Class 1 and 2 e-bikes. Supporters, including the California Police Chiefs Association, cities, the California Medical Association, and the American Academy of Pediatrics, argued the bill would reduce severe injuries and deaths among young riders. Opponents from People for Bikes warned it could conflict with federal law, create legal uncertainty, and disrupt the bicycle market. The author and committee members acknowledged industry concerns and urged continued work on the bill. AB 1770 by Assemblymember Garcia would place large health care service plan arbitration under California Department of Justice oversight and require compliance with the California Arbitration Act. Supporters described cases where patients were forced into private arbitration with little transparency or accountability, arguing the bill would make the process fairer and more neutral. Kaiser Permanente and the Civil Justice Association of California said they were still reviewing amendments and had not settled on a final position. Committee members expressed sympathy for the personal stories shared and encouraged continued negotiations. The committee also heard AB 2075, which would require fire suppression equipment to be kept closer at hand during brush work, and AB 1864, which would require screening of gene synthesis orders to prevent misuse for bioterrorism. AB 2075 was presented as a response to a Ventura County wildfire, with support from the Ventura County District Attorney’s office and no opposition heard. AB 1864 was backed by the author, Stanford biosecurity expert Dr. Milana Trout, and Encode AI, while Biocom opposed unless amended and California Life Sciences remained neutral. Members discussed implementation details and the role of the Department of Public Health. A major portion of the hearing was devoted to AB 1709, which would set a minimum age of 16 for social media accounts on platforms with harmful features and create an e-safety advisory commission. Supporters, including youth advocates, parents, medical groups, and Common Sense Media, said addictive design features are harming children’s mental health and safety. Opponents, including EFF, the ACLU, TechNet, and other civil liberties and industry groups, argued the bill is overbroad, raises First Amendment and privacy concerns, and could limit access to important online communities. Despite those objections, the bill was moved forward after committee discussion, with members emphasizing the need to protect children while continuing to work on carveouts and implementation details.

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• Through the order by President Trump, and I have that in writing.
• Through the order by President Trump, and I have that in writing.
• I feel I'm, at this point, without you writing anything down yet.
• point<01:49:07.880> I'm<01:49:08.240> without<01:49:08.760> you<01:49:08.880> writing
• <01:49:09.240> anything point I'm without you writing anything point I'm without you writing

Bills: SB3253, SB2401, SB3169, SB17, SB3014, SB3032, SB1432, SB2002, SB2972, SB3247

Keywords: conservation, endangered species, wildlife preservation, native birds, biodiversity, sanctuary, nonprofit, DLNR, agricultural district, land use, chapter 195D, chapter 205, chapter 42F, state funding, public purpose, habitat restoration, predator-free sanctuary, ecosystem restoration, Zealandia, wildlife refuge

Summary: The Committee on Water and Land heard testimony on SB 5253 SD2 relating to conservation and SB 2401 relating to regional shoreline mitigation district, with the chair emphasizing short testimony limits and the need to finish before session. On SB 5253, DLNR said it stood on its written testimony and answered questions about the bill’s proposed nonprofit endangered species sanctuary. Members asked whether existing entities or agreements, such as land trusts, private landowners, and DLNR safe harbor agreements, could accomplish similar conservation goals without creating a new entity. DLNR said similar work already exists, but it was not aware of a comparable sanctuary model in the state. A member also questioned language suggesting for-profit businesses in the sanctuary, and DLNR said the intent appeared to be sales of outreach or similar materials, though it agreed that such activities could be handled by a nonprofit. The bulk of the hearing focused on SB 2401, which would create a regional shoreline adaptation/mitigation framework. The Department of the Attorney General said it had concerns about inconsistent use of the terms “mitigation” and “adaptation,” warning of possible title-subject issues. DLNR said it was neutral on the terminology and more concerned with the substance, and noted that the bill would not waive permits; any plan would still require environmental review and applicable state and county permits. DLNR also supported OHA’s recommendation to consider impacts on Native Hawaiian traditional and customary practices during regional planning, and said the bill’s language on temporary shoreline protection measures could help address the gap between emergency permits and longer-term planning while avoiding a hardening-only approach. The Office of Planning supported the regional planning concept but noted it is not a regulatory agency and would need to work with DLNR and the Land Board. OHA supported the bill’s planning-based approach but recommended amendments to require assessment of impacts on Native Hawaiian traditional and customary practices during plan development and to clarify that environmental review would still apply at the project level. Testifiers from the Ka‘anapali Steering Committee strongly supported the bill, saying it would provide a regional framework for ongoing erosion problems while preserving full regulatory authority and normal permitting, and they proposed amendments to standardize terminology, create a limited pathway for temporary shoreline protection, and address ownership and maintenance responsibilities. Members discussed the meaning of “mitigation” versus “adaptation,” the scope of shoreline hardening, and whether the bill would help the legislature take a broader, more holistic view of shoreline decisions. No votes or final actions were taken in the portion of the hearing provided.

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• These are her words: 'I wanted to write and thank you personally for sponsoring Senate Bill 101.
• These are her words: 'I wanted to write and thank you personally for sponsoring Senate Bill 101.
• Is it to fix all society's ills or is it to teach you reading, writing, and arithmetic?
• 26:06.520> reading, ills or is it to teach you reading, ills or is it to teach you reading, writing
• writing, and arithmetic? writing, and arithmetic?

Keywords: 958, all

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• I'll write you down. I'll start with Senator Rarickson then Senator Gronert.
• I'll write you down. I'll start with Senator Rarickson then Senator Gronert.
• I'll write you down. I'll start with Senator Rarickson then Senator Gronert.
• I'll write you down. I'll start with Senator Rarickson then Senator Gronert. Thank you, Mr.
• I'll write you down. I'll start with Senator Rarickson then Senator Gronert.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• so any advocacy that any of us can do, I would love it if the Children and Families Committee would write
• the Children and Families Committee if the Children and Families Committee would<01:27:50.960> write
• letter<01:27:51.480> to<01:27:51.560> the<01:27:51.640> federal would write
• a letter to the federal would write a letter to the federal government<01:27:52.560> asking<01
• war was sent to our community, and it feels strange now to have to sit here in committee and try to write

Bills: HF3415

Keywords: child care, day care, licensed child care center, license-exempt child care, immigration enforcement, ICE, Customs and Border Protection, CBP, USCIS, Department of Homeland Security, DHS, judicial warrant, facility access, sensitive locations, immigrant families, Minnesota Statutes chapter 142B, 1183, house

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• there's accountability for them, a crime, and making sure that I think it should be in law and in writing
• in<00:34:39.679> law<00:34:40.320> and<00:34:40.560> in<00:34:40.800> writing
• <00:34:41.200> stating should be in law and in writing stating should be in law and in writing
• If you want to write it the way I think it needs to be written, I'm more than happy to sit with you and
• say, 'Hey, here's the way I think you need to write it.'

Keywords: Senate streaming session for Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 960, senate, all

Summary: The Senate convened, confirmed a quorum, and heard several ceremonial recognitions, including an invocation by seminarian Benjamin Oler and a resolution honoring Taiwan’s ambassador, Alexander Ui Tore, for strengthening Maryland’s partnership with Taiwan. Senators also welcomed the day’s doctor, Dr. Larry Green, AFCEA Central Maryland chapter members, Chesapeake Bay Foundation student leaders, and Salisbury University students visiting for committee work. On legislation, the chamber referred Senate Bill 995 on cannabis licensing, labor peace agreements, and collective bargaining rules to the Rules Committee, and a bond initiative for New Market Town Hall to the Capital Budget Subcommittee. The Senate then took up Senate Bill 241, which would automatically restore voter registration for individuals released from state correctional facilities; the committee amendments were adopted without objection, and the bill was ordered printed for third reading. The main floor debate centered on Senate Bill 323, the Juvenile Court Jurisdiction Youth Charging Reform Act. One amendment to keep first-degree assault in automatic adult charging was offered and debated at length, with supporters arguing the offense is extremely serious and should begin in adult court, and opponents saying the bill allows judges to make individualized decisions and aligns Maryland with other states and federal juvenile practice. The amendment failed by a 27-vote negative roll call. A second amendment from the minority whip sought to exclude firearm-in-drug-crime offenses and firearm use with felony drug convictions from automatic juvenile court treatment; the sponsor argued these offenses involve serious armed drug activity and should remain in adult court, while the bill’s supporters emphasized juvenile services and judicial discretion. The transcript cuts off before the vote on that second amendment.

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• I'll write comments on this measure here for any questions. M. >> Okay.
• I'll write comments on this measure here for any questions. >> Okay.
• us who are trying to recruit pharmacists, who are trying to grow our own, and at the same time we write
• <01:28:51.840> we grow our own and at the same time we grow our own and at the same time we write
• a ton of scholarship letters for write a ton of scholarship letters for our<01:28:54.320> employees

Bills: HB1183, HB1656, HB1658, HB1661, HB1663, HB1664, HB1859, HB2116, HB2271, HB2276, HB2335, HB2360, HB2387, HB2472, HB1805, HB2469, HB1815, HB1860, HB2117, HB2118, HB2437, HB2438, HB2604, HB1590, HB2156, HB2268

Keywords: retirement, pension, law enforcement, public safety, Hawaii Revised Statutes, indebtedness, salary recovery, employee compensation, deductions, financial management, collective bargaining, employee relations, impasse procedures, arbitration, public employment, HB1661, cafeteria plan, Section 125, Internal Revenue Code, flexible spending account

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• Madam Chair, I'm actually would like you to write a letter to the federal government cuz the federal
• I did write a letter asking for a full audit by CMS last July and now they are working on it.
• Madam Chair, I'm actually would like you to write a letter to the federal government cuz the federal
• I did write a letter asking for a full audit by CMS last July and now they are working on it.
• I did write a letter asking for a full audit by CMS last July and now they are working on it.

Bills: HF3542

Keywords: data privacy, investigative data, welfare system, public funds, transparency, 1183, house