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• exemption, you can't leave before your prescribed coursework is, you know, you've attended those classes
• exemption, you can't leave before your prescribed coursework is, you know, you've attended those classes
• :07:19.039> been<00:07:19.280> attended<00:07:19.680> those<00:07:19.919> classes
• <00:07:21.039> So, you've been attended those classes.
• So, you've been attended those classes.

Bills: SB209, SB248, HB122, SB99, SB209, SB248, HB122, SB99

Keywords: sales tax exemption, Consumer Price Index, local government, clothing, school supplies, emergency preparedness, Alabama Administrative Procedure Act, APA, administrative law, judicial review, agency deference, Chevron deference, de novo review, contested case, state agency, regulatory power, individual liberty, statutory interpretation, rule interpretation, license revocation

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• They have leadership classes they go through, and it's just an awesome experience for the rural kids,
• They have leadership classes they go through, and it's just an awesome experience for the rural kids,
• Classes they go through, and it's just an awesome experience for the rural kids, and even in the cities
• There's, uh, in addition to livestock, there's classes.
• There's classes. That's where we took our first vet science courses. It wasn't in the school.

Keywords: 981, all

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• It's going to have a lot of open spaces, areas for student interaction, capstone design classes, and
• He serves as the Director of the Johnson Mass Spectrometry Laboratory, a world-class facility equipped
• Do you attribute that to some of your online classes and opportunities? Absolutely.
• They have full-time jobs, and so we offer courses asynchronously, meaning that they can do their classes
• frack fluid, then your option is to dispose of the produced water in a saltwater disposal well, a Class

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• superintendents within my district, one big problem we've been seeing is... ...student disturbances in class
• Teaching some of the Sunday school classes, as I was teaching kids, I really had an interest in being
• It took that knowledge and what I had learned in my college classes at that moment to realize that I
• I believe our last test results showed that 88% of our junior classes passed in reading and writing this
• And most of them say, "I really hope I can pass this class. I've heard this is difficult."

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• And I'm not just talking about asset class; I'm talking about your diversification. of your consultants
• vetting these different fund managers to make sure that it's in our best interest based on Our asset class
• themselves and their families, which would allow for that sustainable growth to strengthen the middle class
• . growth to strengthen the middle class.
• As part of the university, I would be jumping at how can I contribute, what class can we offer, how can

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• A crossover district being where one class of voters that doesn't typically vote of age...
• Asking you for additional time because a lot of working-class people in all of our districts can't just
• How many counties have 400,000 or more constituents who are in a race, class, or language class that's
• You know, many of my constituents are working-class citizens that work during the day, and they don't

Bills: SR5, SB5, SB11, SB12, SB25, SB26, SB28, SB35, SB5, SB11, SB12, SB25, SB26, SB28, SB35

Keywords: redistricting, Senate procedures, public input, Texas Legislature, amendments, Texas Senate, congressional districts, legislative procedures, legislative transparency, Senate rules, public hearings, committee procedures, hemp regulation, consumable products, cannabinoids, occupational licenses, criminal offenses, SB 11, Texas attorney general, election crimes

Summary: The meeting centered around the discussion of congressional redistricting, where the committee established the procedures to ensure a fair and transparent process. Led by Senator King, the session focused on adopting a resolution that authorized a special committee dedicated to congressional redistricting and allowed for regional hearings to gather public input via videoconferencing. Concerns were raised about ensuring adequate notice for public participation, especially from marginalized communities potentially affected by proposed changes. Disagreements emerged regarding the timeline for regional hearings and how to address the implications of the redistricting process on minority districts. Overall, participants acknowledged the complex nature of redistricting and the importance of engaging constituents in the legislative process.

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• So the contractors and not to get too much into the weeds, but there are two classes of attorney who
• /c><00:21:17.360> there<00:21:17.600> are<00:21:17.760> two<00:21:17.919> classes
• <00:21:18.240> of the weeds, but there are two classes of the weeds, but there are two classes
• But again, that's to put the proper funds in the proper classes so that we can treat these people just

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• information, such as for YMCA of the North or any parent can contact organization about water safety classes
• information, such as for YMCA of the North or any parent can contact organization about water safety classes
• in favor say aye. contact organization about water safety contact organization about water safety classes
• <00:00:51.199> and<00:00:51.360> a<00:00:51.520> swimming classes and a swimming
• classes and a swimming lesson<00:00:55.160> great<00:00:55.440> representative<00:00:56.039

Keywords: 1183, house

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• All those states want to treat women like they're second-class citizens.
• This bill doesn't just offer classes; it restores dignity, it creates futures.
• I'm currently in a class. I've been to dozens, maybe hundreds, of parole hearings.
• Maybe some of the classes on the way off. Carter Reed.
• Much unlawful behavior can be traced to resentments, whether personal or class-based.

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The committee heard extensive testimony on several Judiciary bills, with the largest portion focused on S. 1178/H. 2052 to reduce mass incarceration and end life without parole. People incarcerated at MCI Framingham, MCI Norfolk, and NCCI Gardner described personal growth, rehabilitation, restorative justice work, family separation, and the belief that parole eligibility after long sentences would better reflect public safety and human development. Speakers emphasized that life without parole removes hope and can undermine rehabilitation, while supporters argued that many lifers are older, less likely to reoffend, and could contribute positively if given a chance at parole review. Committee members did not take votes during the hearing. The committee also heard testimony on S. 1139 to restore the statute of limitations for wrongful death claims involving tobacco use, with Sen. Keenan explaining that a recent SJC decision had cut off claims where the injured person did not sue within three years before death. He said the bill would restore families’ ability to seek redress in cases involving long-latency tobacco harms like COPD. Another major topic was S. 1205, which would add abusive litigation to the definition of coercive control in domestic violence law; Sen. Michael Moore said the bill would stop abusers from using repeated court filings to harass and financially burden survivors. The committee also took up S. 1114 on automatic record sealing, with Sen. Friedman and others arguing that the current petition-based process is slow, burdensome, and disproportionately harms people with criminal records, especially Black and Latino residents. Testimony also supported H. 1965/S. 1132 on compensation for wrongful conviction, with advocates and sponsors describing a faster administrative claims process, transitional support, and higher compensation without the current cap. Sen. Payano testified for S. 1241 to expand educational programming for incarcerated emerging adults, saying education reduces recidivism and improves reentry outcomes. A substantial portion of the hearing focused on S. 2522, an update to Massachusetts’ shield law for reproductive and gender-affirming care. Sen. Friedman, the Attorney General’s office, and DPH Commissioner Robbie Goldstein said the bill is needed to strengthen protections against out-of-state legal attacks, protect patient and provider data, clarify enforcement authority, and add a state-level EMTALA-style emergency care requirement. Committee members asked detailed questions about prescription labeling, the prescription monitoring program, attorney discipline, custody and full faith and credit issues, and whether the bill’s enforcement language could create unintended limits or conflicts. The Attorney General’s office said it would provide follow-up written testimony on several technical questions.

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• These mandates did nothing but create additional criminal classes and should not be allowed to continue
• It punishes children from faith-based, working-class, It punishes children from faith-based, working-class
• Many remain in the community as they normally would in movie theaters, dance class, on athletic teams
• to an education be taken away, along with their right to roller skate, rock climb, and take an art class
• And I would do the same because I truly In-person class.

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The Joint Committee on Public Health held a hearing on several vaccination-related bills, including proposals to eliminate non-medical or religious exemptions for school immunizations (notably H. 2554 and S. 1557), a bill to require or improve reporting and administration of immunization data and exemptions (described as the Community Immunity Act, S. 1618), and H. 2431, which would prohibit COVID-19, mRNA, or gene-altering vaccine requirements. The committee also heard testimony on H. 2463, which would classify funeral directors as public health workers for vaccine-priority purposes during emergencies. The chair reviewed testimony rules and repeatedly asked speakers to keep comments orderly and brief so the committee could hear as many people as possible. No votes were taken during the hearing. Testimony on H. 2554 and S. 1557 was sharply divided. Pediatricians, infectious disease specialists, public health advocates, and groups such as the Massachusetts Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics, Massachusetts Medical Society, March of Dimes, Massachusetts Families for Vaccines, and several parents supported eliminating religious exemptions, arguing that vaccination protects medically vulnerable children and adults, improves herd immunity, and helps prevent outbreaks of measles, pertussis, and other diseases. They cited local school data showing pockets of lower coverage and incomplete reporting, and several speakers referenced outbreaks in other states and the need for stronger, more consistent reporting and exemption management. Opponents argued the bills would infringe on religious freedom and parental rights, force families to choose between faith and education, and unfairly target a small number of families; some also said Massachusetts already has high vaccination rates and that the real issue is incomplete data or the gap population rather than religious exemptions. H. 2431 drew testimony from supporters who said COVID-era mandates caused job losses, privacy concerns, and harm, and that the bill would prevent future requirements for COVID, mRNA, or gene-altering vaccines in schools, workplaces, and public settings. Supporters described personal experiences with alleged vaccine injury or mandate-related hardship. H. 2463 was supported by the Massachusetts Funeral Directors Association, which argued funeral directors work in infection-facing settings and should be eligible for vaccine priority during public health emergencies. The hearing featured extensive public testimony but no committee action beyond hearing the bills and taking questions from members.

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• Face class. Face class. Face class. Christmas. Holy shall. The House will come to order.
• So, if you'll please welcome the students of Honey Grade School, fifth grade class.
• This is her class. Thank you all for being here. >> Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Prom.
• And a shout School, fifth grade class.
• We should be protecting the most vulnerable right now, but instead we're protecting the donor classes

Keywords: 981, all

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• $16.7 million in reductions that would mean hundreds of additional staff layoffs that will impact class
• ><00:30:45.440> that<00:30:45.679> will<00:30:45.840> impact<00:30:46.159> class
• staff layoffs that will impact class staff layoffs that will impact class sizes,<00:30:47.440>
• state,<00:32:39.279> provided Districts, to the state, provided opportunities to reduce class
• sizes going up cutting staff and class sizes going up and<01:36:40.639> away<01:36:40.960>

Keywords: 1183, house

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• <00:20:52.039> that<00:20:52.159> are teachers and there are classes that are teachers
• > there<00:20:53.520> were<00:20:53.760> classes going without Subs there were classes
• going without Subs there were classes that<00:20:54.720> were<00:20:55.000> having<00:
• Our teachers receive intensive in-class coaching and support.
• coaching and support our model in-class coaching and support our model is<00:55:58.079> also<

Keywords: 1183, house

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• , so we have a total of 80 simultaneous clinical placements, and we're going to go to an admission class
• /c> and we're going to go to 30 um an and we're going to go to 30 um an admission<00:12:26.240> class
• c> and<00:12:27.120> that<00:12:27.199> will<00:12:27.399> give admission class
• students ranging from AP stem class students ranging from AP stem class class<01:13:25.280> ES
• ES to credit recovery programs the class ES to credit recovery programs the goal<01:13:27.760> of

Keywords: 910, house, all

Summary: The committee first heard House Bill 707, which would create a state income tax deduction for contributions to Hawaii 529 college savings accounts and conform state law to federal changes allowing 529 funds to be used for K-12 expenses. The Department of Taxation said it could administer the bill as written. The Hawaii State Council on Developmental Disabilities supported the measure but asked that ABLE accounts be included and that the program title be changed; the Department of Taxation indicated the title issue could be a problem because the bill’s expanded purpose may not fit the current program name. No vote was taken. The committee then heard House Bill 617, which would fund a Bachelor of Science in Nursing program at the University of Hawaiʻi Community Colleges. UH Community Colleges supported the bill, and Maui nursing staff testified that faculty recruitment is challenging but manageable, clinical placements are available, and the campus already has a statewide RN-to-BSN pathway; they said the new program would create two tracks, including a four-year BSN option. Members also heard support from several organizations, including the Office of Hawaiian Affairs, nursing groups, and health care associations. No action was taken. Next were several UH-related measures. HB 718 would fund faculty and staff positions at the John A. Burns School of Medicine; the dean and other supporters testified in favor. HB 1279 would create a medical education liaison position tied to Project ECHO; the Attorney General raised constitutional concerns about statewide concern and grant standards, while an individual witness supported the concept but suggested the bill should focus on liaison/support functions rather than program administration. HB 1169 would consolidate conference center revolving funds, and HB 1168 would authorize up to $800 million in UH revenue bonds; UH’s CFO said both were procedural/housekeeping measures and supported them. On HB 1168, members questioned debt service, possible uses, and whether deferred maintenance would be included; the CFO estimated annual debt service could be about $33 million to $41 million at current rates, said likely uses could include student housing and research facilities, and said deferred maintenance was not the current strategy. The CFO also explained that revenue bonds require both legislative authorization and a Board of Regents resolution approving the project and amount. Finally, the committee heard HB 548, which would authorize revenue bonds and appropriations to acquire the St. Francis School campus for UH Mānoa. UH supported the bill but noted the property is privately owned and not known to be for sale. A supporter described the site as a unique 11-acre parcel contiguous to the main campus and urged the committee to seize the opportunity for future generations. No vote or final action was taken on the bills in the transcript.

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• He's actually been to a class or two of mine.
• <01:37:06.440> Americans that's impacting middle class Americans that's impacting middle class
• So, for many middle-class families, these are realistic options.
• So, for many middle-class families, these are realistic options.
• And a more middle class profiled client.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• city<00:49:10.559> you<00:49:10.720> are<00:49:10.800> or<00:49:10.960> class
• tier size city you are or class you are. tier size city you are or class you are.
• Class<00:49:11.760> one,<00:49:12.000> class<00:49:12.240> two,<00:49:12.559>
• class<00:49:12.800> three.
• Class one, class two, class three. Class one, class two, class three.

Bills: HF4319, HF3295, HF3589, HF3587, HF3588, HF4295, HF3571, HF3895

Keywords: public utilities commission, Lake City, port authority, Red Wing, terms of appointment, local government, elections, open meeting law, transparency, public engagement, social media, government accountability, voter access, polling place, ballot, unexpected needs, election judge, public information, political parties, HF4295

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• have points that second, and third class have points that they<00:27:09.120> need<00:27:09.200
• From my high<01:20:02.800> school<01:20:03.040> economics<01:20:03.679> class,<01
• :20:04.239> I<01:20:04.480> know<01:20:04.560> that high school economics class,
• I know that high school economics class, I know that when<01:20:05.040> demand<01:20:05.600><
• Uh, and although the language of race and class was neutral, we certainly know the outcomes weren't,

Bills: HF3902, HF3895

Keywords: housing tax credit, Minnesota Housing Finance Agency, qualified projects, taxpayer contributions, greater Minnesota, zoning, housing, local government, multifamily development, affordable housing, land use, urban development, 1183, house

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• Neonicotinoids are a class of insecticides that are systemic in nature.
• Um so neonicotenoids are<01:38:28.480> um<01:38:28.719> a<01:38:29.040> class<01
• of insecticides that are are um a class of insecticides that are systemic<01:38:31.280> in<01
• of neurotoxic systemic are a class of neurotoxic systemic insecticides<01:42:38.480> that<01:
• as a restricted neonicoteninoi class as a restricted use.<01:43:52.080> Um use.

Bills: SB2350, SB2349, SB2407, SB3320

Keywords: agriculture, aquaculture, livestock, agribusiness, Department of Agriculture, regulatory functions, employee benefits, restorative practices, sustainability, environmental stewardship, local food systems, Native Hawaiian, workforce development, agricultural development, Hawaii Island, property manager, state employment, SB3320, Hawaii, Agribusiness Development Corporation

Summary: The committee heard testimony on SP 2350, which would transfer oversight of the Department of Agriculture’s Agricultural Development Division and the aquaculture and livestock support services branch to the Agribusiness Development Corporation. The Department of Agriculture and ADC both testified, with ADC opposing the bill as written while supporting the goal of strengthening agriculture. ADC said the transfer could create federal operational and coordination risks, jeopardize federal funding and program continuity, and was unnecessary because ADC is a business development entity, not a regulatory agency. The Hawaii Farmers Union also expressed concern that moving the programs could weaken the department’s ability to access federal resources, while the Hawaii Farm Bureau submitted written testimony and the Hawaii Aquaculture and Aquaponics Association and H-Plan were noted as supporting the measure; the Hawaii Cattlemen’s Council was noted as opposing it. Much of the discussion focused on aquaculture’s economic potential and the role of regulation, permitting, and funding. Committee members questioned why aquaculture had not grown faster, citing current gross revenues of about $66 million last year, a prior high of $82 million, and a possible long-term target of $500 million. Testimony identified permitting and feed costs as major barriers, along with market conditions and water quality issues affecting producers. ADC described ongoing efforts on feed development, permitting streamlining, coastal-state collaboration on seaweed and restorative aquaculture, and national advocacy for more parity in seafood import standards. Members also pressed the Department of Agriculture on its leadership and priorities, criticizing the lack of bills and resources dedicated to aquaculture and asking whether the department should have more authority to pursue land purchases and development opportunities. The department said it relies on divisions and industry feedback for bill ideas, noted it funds an annual aquaculture survey, and said it was pursuing congressional earmarks and other funding for aquaculture parks, research, and export/import issues. ADC said it would work with the department if the bill passed, but that its current statute does not give it regulatory authority and any such change would require a statutory amendment.

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• <00:20:46.720> in<00:20:47.039> high take some early college classes in high take some
• early college classes in high school,<00:20:48.240> get<00:20:48.480> some<00:20:48.720
• It's one thing to have an online class where you have a professor there with you and talking to you and
• It's one thing to async type classes.
• where you have have a a um online class where you have a<00:24:56.880> professor<00:24:57.360

Bills: SB2901, SB2902, SB2903, SB2904, SB2905, SB2906, SB2907, SB2908, SB2909, SB2910, SB2911, SB2912, SB2913, SB2914, SB2915, SB2916, SB2917, SB2918, SB2919, SB2920, SB2921, SB2922, SB2923, SB2924, SB2925, SB2926, SB2927, SB2928, SB2929, SB2930, SB2931, SB2932, SB2933, SB2934, SB2935, SB2936, SB2937, SB2938, SB2939, SB2940, SB2941, SB2942, SB2943, SB2944, SB2945, SB2946, SB2947, SB2948, SB2949, SB2950, SB2951, SB2952, SB2953, SB2954, SB2955, SB2956, SB2957, SB2958, SB2959, SB2960, SB2961, SB2962, SB2963, SB2964, SB2965, SB2966, SB2967, SB2968, SB2969, SB2970, SB2971, SB2972, SB2973, SB2974, SB2975, SB2976, SB2977, SB2978, SB2979, SB2980, SB2981, SB2982, SB2983, SB2984, SB2985, SB2986, SB2987, SB2988, SB2989, SB2990, SB2991, SB2992, SB2993, SB2994, SB2995, SB2996, SB2997, SB2998, SB2999, SB3000

Keywords: geological subsurface characterization, groundwater, geothermal resources, environmental review, Hawaii groundwater and geothermal resources center, scientific research, non-extractive, public trust doctrine, clean energy, greenhouse gas, carbon sequestration, climate change, energy policy, Hawaii state energy office, emissions reduction, sustainable development, fare-free transportation, greenhouse gas emissions, public transit, tax on petroleum

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• The science class is now safely over. I gain is 100% natural and comes from a shrub.
• But if you can hang on science class.
• <01:25:56.800> I<01:25:57.199> gain science class is now safely over.
• I gain science class is now safely over.
• associated with hallucinogens the class associated with hallucinogens or<01:47:38.960> um<01:

Keywords: 1. Call to Order and Roll Call – 00:00:00 2. Approval of Minutes – 00:01:32 3. Getting to Know the Foundation for a Healthy Kentucky – 00:02:26 4. Healthy Kids Clinic – 00:26:58 5. Pharmacy Payment Parity – 00:56:36 6. Ibogaine – 01:17:37 7. Consideration of Referred Administrative Regulations – 01:53:05 8. Adjournment – 01:53:19, 958, all

Summary: The committee first approved the prior meeting minutes and recognized Eric Clark for his service, noting this may be his last meeting before he leaves state government. The main presentation was from Allison Adams, president and CEO of the Foundation for a Healthy Kentucky, who described the organization’s history, nonpartisan mission, and focus on health equity, prevention, and upstream policy solutions. She said Kentucky’s poor rankings in chronic disease, preventable hospitalizations, and life expectancy show the need to shift resources toward prevention and community-driven strategies rather than relying mainly on treatment after people become sick. Adams emphasized leading health indicators, arguing that lawmakers should track actionable measures such as quit attempts and smoke-free policies instead of only lagging indicators like disease rates and mortality. In response to questions, she said accountability should be shared across communities and systems, with possible incentives and disincentives tied to outcomes, and she supported creating a public data utility or dashboard, ideally with university partners, to help legislators and communities monitor progress. She also cited examples of accountable health community models and said Kentucky could adapt similar approaches. The committee then heard from Meade County Schools Superintendent Mark Martin and district health coordinator Karen Kotche about the Healthy Kids Clinic partnership with Cumberland Health. They described a seven-year effort that led to full implementation in the district, which now has a nurse in every school and a nurse practitioner, allowing services such as sports physicals and other clinic functions to be provided on campus. They said the program has been a strong investment for students and the community and began explaining how the district built the partnership after earlier efforts and delays, including the pandemic.