Transcript Highlights:

• A couple of things I noticed: on page two, line three, you talk about the majority of the neighborhoods
• So, nonetheless, you have about a seven-day notice, right?”
• matter of the constitutional amendment and then passing the bill to allow folks...” “...to do the notice
• Yeah, I also know... ...I also noticed kind of going back to what Representative Farnham was.
• Here it says you have seven days' notice, at least seven days' notice.

Keywords: 965, house, all

Summary: The committee met with a quorum and first considered H.C.R. 89 by Representative Charles Owen, which directs the Department of Culture, Recreation and Tourism to study, with the Louisiana State Museum and the World War II Museum, the feasibility of a museum and trail dedicated to the Louisiana Maneuvers. Owen described the historical significance of the maneuvers and said the proposal would mainly involve markers and a modest museum. The committee moved the resolution favorably to the floor without objection. Members then debated H.R. 179 by Representative Marcel, which would create a study of neighborhood crime prevention and security districts and their effectiveness in reducing crime. Several members raised concerns about the number of study groups and the breadth of a statewide review, while others supported gathering data on crime trends, cameras, and district performance. Marcel said the study was intended to collect information, not mandate changes, and the resolution was moved favorably to the floor. The committee next took up S.B. 228 and S.B. 268 by Senator Duplessis, both related to replacing lead and copper water service lines. S.B. 228 was a constitutional amendment allowing public funds to be used on private property for replacement of lead-based and copper pipes, and S.B. 268 set out the process for municipalities or parishes to implement the program, including notice to homeowners and an inventory/testing process. Members questioned homeowner rights, the seven-day notice period, emergency entry language, contracting, and whether the work would fully address hazards inside homes; Rainwater said the program was narrowly tailored, federally funded through the EPA and LDH, and intended to replace lines from the main to the shutoff valve. Both measures were moved favorably as amended. Finally, the committee approved S.B. 283 by Senator Barrow, creating the Boulevard at Harding Area Special District in Baton Rouge to encourage development in a food desert near Southern University, and moved H.R. 225 by Representative Eccles, which urges study of parish-wide solid waste, debris removal, and disaster resilience services in Ouachita Parish. H.R. 223 by Representative Walters, urging Shreveport to partner on the Southern Soul City Initiative, was also moved favorably. The chair noted it was likely the committee’s last meeting of the session, and members and staff were thanked for their work.

Transcript Highlights:

• You'll notice she's kind of hunched over as she walks, and that's A-okay for a porcupine, totally natural
• You'll notice as we hand her her food, she's using those claws.
• </c><00:01:40.560><c> You'll</c><00:01:40.840><c> notice</c><00:01:41.240><c> she's</c> of them on her
• You'll notice she's of them on her body.
• You'll notice she's kind<00:01:41.600><c> of</c><00:01:41.680><c> hunched</c><00:01:41.960><c> over</

Keywords: 1183, house

Transcript Highlights:

• Uh, what I kind of noticed in the interim, and it's on me as revenue chairman, we did not get that into
• what</c><00:01:39.920><c> I</c><00:01:40.160><c> kind</c><00:01:40.640><c> of</c><00:01:40.720><c> noticed
• ><00:01:41.040><c> in</c><00:01:41.120><c> the</c><00:01:41.240><c> interim</c> Uh what I kind of noticed
• in the interim Uh what I kind of noticed in the interim and<00:01:42.080><c> it's</c><00:01:42.360><
• I noticed a few sponsors on this Lock. I noticed a few sponsors on this bill. bill. bill.

Bills: SF0025 , SF0027 , SF0043 , SF0066

Committee: House Travel, Recreation, Wildlife & Cultural Resources

Keywords: landowner licenses, hunting, wildlife management, quota hunt areas, game and fish commission, game management, hunting regulations, black bear, tracking dogs, wildlife conservation, conservation, contracting, supervisor, funding, districts, hunting licenses, donated licenses, life-threatening illness, vision impairment, nonprofit organizations

Transcript Highlights:

• Kendall: things that have to be done and that's one, addressing notice, and two, addressing transparency
• So notice - you currently only need seven days notice. Our bill asks for 30 days and Rep.
• and ensures the same requirements were given to the ARC board and Board of Trustees for the 30 days notice
• Chris Anderson: Things don't need to be sneaked in and even if there is notice and transparency, rarely

Transcript Highlights:

• doing, uh, if you're interested in submitting a public comment, please view the public, uh, hearing notice
• When you've selected notice, scroll to the very bottom of the website information.
• Um, the three concerns we have first is a notice provision.
• Um, I wanted to understand, I understand y'all are working on the notice provision, and, uh, that seems
• I believe it would be if it's not done within 30 days of a written notice.

Committee: House Intergovernmental Affairs

Transcript Highlights:

• interested in doing if you're interested in submitting a public comment, please review the public hearing notice
• When you've selected notice, scroll to the very bottom of the website information to public comment.
• The three concerns we have first is a notice provision. We believe it's too short and ambiguous.
• I wanted to understand, I understand y'all are working on the notice provision and That seems to make
• Under this bill, I believe it would be, if it's not done within 30 days of a written notice.

Bills: HB769 , HB2132 , HB3383 , HB3792 , HB5431 , HB5682 , HB5677 , HB5678 , HB5680 , HB5681 , HB5683 , HB5684 , HB5685 , HB5686 , HB4078

Committee: House Intergovernmental Affairs

Keywords: environmental regulation, sustainability, business compliance, state oversight, local control, pollution, renewable resources, grant program, neighborhood organization, pedestrian infrastructure, Texas Department of Housing, financial assistance, neighborhood organizations, grants, urban development, safety, public safety, housing development, low income housing, tax credits

Transcript Highlights:

• Senate Bill 1160 by Campbell, relating to notice of changes to municipal zoning regulations and boundaries
• Senate Bill 1161 by Hughes, relating to notice regarding access by a parent, guardian, or managing conservator
• Senate Bill 1196 by Birdwell, relating to the procedures and notice required before an individual's name
• Senate Bill 1309 by Cook, Cole, and Alvarado, relating to the frequency of the notice provided to a retail
• Senate Bill 1343 by Johnson, relating to the notice requirements of a data broker registration statement

Summary: The Senate met briefly to receive first-reading referrals of a large number of bills, resolutions, and joint resolutions. The measures covered a wide range of topics, including public education, health care, criminal justice, business regulation, transportation, water and natural resources, local government, taxation, elections, and public information. Many of the filings were by Senators Hughes, Perry, Alvarado, Creighton, Hancock, Parker, Zaffirini, Blanco, and others, and included proposals on school safety, health records and billing, election procedures, water planning, housing and rent issues, energy and environmental regulation, and criminal penalties. The chamber also read several concurrent and joint resolutions, including measures designating state symbols and local honors, a proposed constitutional amendment related to gaming by the Kickapoo Traditional Tribe of Texas, a proposal concerning special-session subjects, and resolutions on fiscal restraints and retirement obligations. No debate, testimony, or substantive action on the merits of the measures occurred in this portion of the transcript; the items were simply read and referred to committees. At the close of the proceedings, the Senate adjourned pursuant to a previously adopted motion and announced it would reconvene at 11 a.m. Tuesday, March 4.

Transcript Highlights:

• Could you speak to the benefits of the school vaccine notice that is sent to parents each year?
• If you've noticed, we've been totally respectful, even to speakers that we disagree with.
• And public notice has to be given.
• My actual final thing is that you'll notice this is not an automated license plate reader bill.
• It requires public notice and hearings before deployment.

Committee: Senate Senate Government Committee of Reference

Summary: The committee approved the minutes from the prior February meetings and then took up several measures. HCR 2013, designating June 2026 as “Celebrate Life Month” in Arizona, drew emotional testimony from Crystal Cooper and Bella Stockton about their lives with spina bifida and support for the resolution. Senator Kennedy and others questioned the purpose of the resolution, arguing the state should focus on concrete supports for families, but the motion passed 4-1 with two not voting. Members then advanced HB 2327, which clarifies protections for eligible persons’ identifying information in county recorder records, with an amendment excluding voter registration records; it passed 5-0 with two not voting. HB 2258, adding La Paz County to the Tourism Advisory Council’s geographic area, also passed unanimously among those voting. HB 2397, expanding HOA/COA disclosure requirements for prospective buyers, was amended twice and passed 5-1; supporters said it would improve transparency about assessments and defects, while opponents warned about cost and administrative burdens, especially for smaller associations. HB 2015, imposing penalties for late federal/state financial reporting by state organizations, passed 4-2 despite concerns that the automatic penalties were too harsh and could be out of agencies’ control. The committee also approved HB 4049, allowing DCS to hire its own counsel and directing the Attorney General to represent the state’s interest in certain cases involving alleged DCS misconduct, though some members argued current law already addresses conflicts and that DCS had not been consulted. HB 4087, authorizing placement of a Barbara Love memorial in the governmental wall, passed without opposition. HB 2100, allowing counties to authorize certain small land subdivisions, passed 4-2 amid debate over water adequacy and the risk of “wildcat” development. HB 2460, preempting local fees and penalties tied to abandoned or stolen movable business property such as shopping carts, passed 4-2 after extensive testimony from cities, retailers, and advocates over local control, costs, and theft prevention. Finally, HCR 2056, a proposed constitutional amendment recognizing a right to refuse medical mandates, began hearing testimony; supporters framed it as bodily autonomy, while opponents, including pediatric and public health advocates, warned it would weaken vaccine requirements and outbreak protections for schools and children.

Transcript Highlights:

• Could you speak to the benefits of the school vaccine notice that is sent to parents each year?
• If you've noticed, we've been totally respectful, even to speakers that we disagree with.
• And public notice has to be given.
• My actual final thing is that you'll notice this is not an automated license plate reader bill.
• It requires public notice and hearings ...before deployment.

Bills: HB2015 , HB2060 , HB2062 , HB2100 , HB2118 , HB2165 , HB2258 , HB2327 , HB2397 , HB2445 , HB2460 , HB2641 , HB2745 , HB2876 , HB2917 , HB4011 , HB4049 , HB4056 , HB4087 , HCR2013 , HCR2016 , HCR2040 , HCR2044 , HCR2048 , HCR2056

Committee: Senate Government

Keywords: budget procedures, late filing penalty, accounting standards, financial reporting, state appropriations, abortion, educational institutions, health education, state aid, public schools, Buffalo Soldiers, monument, commemoration, Arizona, public funding, Wesley Bolin Plaza, military history, historical memorial, small land subdivision, land use

Transcript Highlights:

• You may notice if you haven't testified here prior to this session that we don't have microphones this
• </c><00:07:40.240><c> over</c><00:07:40.800><c> us</c> notice that they're positioned over us notice
• Notice must also include prescription number and date of the fill.
• </c> First uh requiring electronic notice First uh requiring electronic notice before<01:40:45.520><c
• ><c> um</c><01:40:54.400><c> prescription</c> notice must also include um prescription notice must also

Bills: SB2275 , SB2390 , SB2540 , SB3142 , SB2414 , SB2340 , SB2848

Committee: House Health

Keywords: Medicaid, disability, buy-in program, workers with disabilities, income eligibility, premium structure, biomarker testing, health insurance, medical coverage, state law, health maintenance organization, juvenile justice, youth penalties, minors, court fees, court costs, fines, surcharges, restitution, fee waiver

Summary: The House Committee on Health heard testimony on a series of bills related to public health, pharmacy regulation, disability access, and health care infrastructure. HB 1535, creating an income tax credit for automated external defibrillator installations, drew support from the Department of Health, tax department comments, and public testimony emphasizing AED access in community and transit settings. HB 1765, requiring safety warnings for spear fishing gear, received comments from DLNR and strong support from a free-diving safety advocate who described blackout risks and argued for point-of-sale warnings. HB 1549, which would repeal the law prohibiting drug paraphernalia, drew mixed testimony: the Department of Health, the Public Defender, and harm-reduction advocates supported repeal as a public health measure, while HPD and a county prosecutor opposed it, warning it could encourage drug use and create public safety issues. The committee also heard HB 1550, which would exclude drug testing products from the definition of drug paraphernalia. The Department of Health and harm-reduction advocates supported the bill, saying drug checking tools save lives and help prevent overdoses, while one written opponent was noted. HB 1995, allowing people who are blind or deaf to receive disabled parking permits, drew opposition from the State Council on Developmental Disabilities, the Disability and Communication Access Board, and other opponents, while a few written supporters were also noted. HB 1671, allowing licensed dental hygienists to place interim therapeutic restorations in public health settings, received support from the Department of Health and several oral health organizations, with the Board of Dentistry offering comments. HB 1643, establishing a framework for pharmacy audits and record retrieval, prompted the most extended discussion. The Board of Pharmacy and independent pharmacy representatives supported the bill as a needed framework to limit burdensome audits and protect patient care, while HMSA raised concerns about possible conflicts with upcoming federal PBM reforms and potential unintended consequences. Committee members questioned both sides about timing and workload, and supporters argued the bill was needed now to protect rural and independent pharmacies. Finally, HB 1978, appropriating funds for a new outpatient care center in North Kona, received strong support from Hawaii Health Systems Corporation, Queen’s Health Systems, the Kona-Kohala Chamber, and others, who described it as a long-term investment in West Hawaii’s health care capacity and economy. No votes or final actions were taken in the portion of the hearing provided.

Transcript Highlights:

• I just wanted to real quick ask a question about expectations for hearing notices and when things will
• be noticed.
• we've always had the three-day rule, and so, say, for example, last year on a Tuesday hearing, we noticed
• be noticed.
• week things did not get noticed until Friday.

Committee: House Energy Finance and Policy

Keywords: 1183, house

Transcript Highlights:

• Just wanted to flag for the committee that DPMO has sent a notice to market participants, letting them
• I want to really credit the legislature and the Governor for enacting this law, so we sent this notice
• Had closure notices on, give us a holistic transition plan, and thanks to many of you on the dais who
• Like I mentioned, we noticed that, and, you know, hearing and doing some more research, we notice in
• And if you notice, the gallon of gas today is $6 a gallon, according to AAA.

Summary: The Senate Committee on Energy, Utilities and Communications held an oversight hearing on managing the transportation fuels transition, fuel pricing, and supply reliability. Chair Allen opened by discussing prior legislation, including SB 1322 and special session measures, that expanded reporting to the California Energy Commission (CEC) and gave the state tools to study gasoline costs, refinery margins, inventories, and potential supply disruptions. He framed the hearing around refinery closures, rising imports, global conflict affecting crude markets, and the need to balance affordability, reliability, and the state’s long-term clean-fuels transition. CEC Vice Chair Siva Gunda, CDTFA Chief Deputy Director Gentian Droboniku, and DPMO Director Ty Miller presented data showing California’s growing dependence on imported crude and refined products, declining in-state refining capacity, and stable-to-tight inventories that are being supported by higher imports. They said the new transparency laws have improved understanding of the market and pointed to the proposed Gateway Pipeline, marine imports, and distribution constraints as important supply issues. CDTFA and DPMO emphasized that retail margins, especially for branded gasoline, have widened significantly, with large price gaps between branded stations and hypermarts/unbranded stations, and that some of the recent price increases were tied to the Iran conflict while earlier spikes were more consistent with localized market behavior and possible price gouging. DPMO also said it is investigating high-priced branded stations, monitoring algorithmic pricing under AB 325, and continuing to analyze diesel spot-market transparency. The CEC and CARB also discussed the Transportation Fuels Transition Plan and the SB 237 assessment, describing them as efforts to plan for a managed decline in fossil fuel demand while protecting workers, communities, and consumers. They said California’s climate goals remain centered on an 85% greenhouse gas reduction by 2045, with continued use of liquid fuels expected but with lower-carbon alternatives, more efficient vehicles, and alternative fuels playing a larger role. Committee members focused heavily on workforce impacts, the need for concrete transition planning, and whether the agencies could provide a clearer picture of what California’s fuel system will look like under the state’s long-term goals. No votes or formal actions were taken during the hearing.

Transcript Highlights:

• And I also noticed it looks to me like you... Great, thank you, Judge.
• I've noticed, at least I don't see any recommendations in your packet.
• I noticed, Ms.
• I noticed that your son’s middle name is Coltrane.
• Thank you for noticing. Let me ask you one more question. Go ahead.

Committee: House Courts of Justice

Keywords: House Committee Room C, General Assembly Building, 976, house, all

Transcript Highlights:

• It hasn't yet been a decade, but has there been a noticeable difference?
• It hasn't yet been a decade, but has there been a noticeable difference?
• We have done a ton of work on the notice provider.
• , notice of taking into temporary custody.
• Chairman, excuse me for the diversion, but DCS gives a notice pursuant to 8-823, notice of taking into

Committee: House Government

Keywords: 1182, all

Transcript Highlights:

• But for rent, we very first take a long time before we even send that notice, and then they have the
• we even send we take a long time before we even send that<00:07:22.000><c> uh</c><00:07:22.199><c> notice
• and I'm noticing other groups that<00:38:30.920><c> are</c><00:38:31.599><c> for</c><00:38:31.960><c
• </c><00:52:56.240><c> that</c> um you know I noticed that um you know I noticed that um<00:52:57.720>
• some testimonies stated that I noticed some testimonies stated that Texas<01:05:37.920><c> is</c><01

Committee: Senate Public Safety and Military Affairs

Keywords: 912, senate, all

Summary: The joint Senate committee hearing considered HB 472 HD1 on digital identification and HB 1097 HD1 on public housing evictions, followed by HB 1325 HD3 on housing redevelopment and tenant relocation rights. HB 472 would require digital IDs to be accepted under certain conditions and allow law enforcement to use them as proof of identity; the committee heard limited testimony, then adopted a recommendation to pass with amendments, including changing “shall” to “may” and adding effective and defective dates. HB 1097 would shorten the storage period for unclaimed personal effects after a public housing eviction; the Hawaii Public Housing Authority supported the bill, while some members raised concerns about the impact on displaced families. The committee moved the bill forward with discussion of the agency’s eviction process, waitlist size, and the need to free units sooner for other applicants. HB 1325 HD3 drew extensive testimony and discussion. The bill would require developers of certain HHFDC affordable housing projects to provide displaced tenants with a right of first refusal for a comparable unit or relocation assistance, along with information, tracking, and enforcement provisions. HHFDC supported the measure but suggested amendments to require both relocation assistance and a right of first refusal, without requiring the same rent as the prior unit. Legal aid, housing advocates, community organizations, and many tenants testified in strong support, emphasizing displacement during public housing redevelopment, inadequate communication, accessibility problems, and the need for enforceable rights to return. Several tenants described confusing notices, unsuitable replacement units, and hardship for elders, disabled residents, and children. The discussion also highlighted concerns about developer compliance and the need for state-level enforcement. No final vote on HB 1325 was shown in the transcript excerpt, but the hearing included substantial questioning of the housing authority and testimony from affected residents. The committee also discussed the broader redevelopment context, including large-scale public housing demolition and replacement plans, and the potential consequences for families if relocation and return rights are not clearly enforced.

Transcript Highlights:

• We had a widowed senior client who received a 60-day eviction notice from her landlord.
• That being said, I also noticed in the document that we reference judges.
• With the notices of appeal having grown by 42% in the last five years, that's the information I have.
• But the process from the notice of appeal being filed to resolution, our goal is to get that done with
• From the notice of appeal being filed to resolution, our goal is to get that done within one year.

Keywords: 987, senate, all

Transcript Highlights:

• I would like to acknowledge the point on 3D postsecondary notice of intent to use this public-private
• Yes, the county average there is $944. postsecary notice of intent to use this postsecary notice of intent
• So, in a state lease though, don't we have the right to give a 30 days notice and vacate the lease in
• to to get do get out of the notice to to get do get out of the contract.<00:19:07.039><c> Is</c><00:
• and vacate the lease in a days notice and vacate the lease in a state<00:19:48.720><c> lease?

Keywords: 958, all

Summary: The committee first approved the December meeting minutes and received several information items, including quarterly capital project status reports, University of Kentucky medical and equipment purchases, school district bond issue notices, and a University of Kentucky RFP for an enterprise services partner. Members also briefly discussed a University of Kentucky public-private partnership for student housing and dining, with comments that such arrangements may improve efficiency and use of taxpayer dollars during a difficult budget year. The main substantive discussion centered on a new CHFS lease in Harlan County for the Department for Community Based Services. Members questioned the proposed annual cost of $25.62 per square foot, which was far above the county average cited in the meeting, and raised concerns about the one responsive bid, the long lease term through 2033, and whether a nearby hospital or other entity might have been interested. CHFS staff said the current office space is in poor condition, that the new lease includes needed construction and 60 parking spaces, and that the office is limited to considering only actual bidders. After debate over whether to rebid or negotiate, the committee voted to approve the lease, with some members supporting it because of the current facility’s condition and others recording reservations. The committee then approved the remaining 10 lease renewals as a group. These included one renewal for the Commonwealth’s prosecutorial system and renewals for several CHFS offices, the Department of Corrections, the Department of Juvenile Justice, and the Department of Natural Resources. One member noted that seven of the 10 renewals were at or below the county average rate and said the overall package was substantially in line with local market conditions.

Transcript Highlights:

• I um just wanted to give members notice that um there will be a return of the YWCA Dress for Success
• Um it will begin next month, but I wanted to give members ample notice that if you are able to, while
• members notice that um there<00:56:56.680><c> will</c><00:56:56.840><c> be</c><00:56:56.960><c> a</c
• </c><00:57:12.960><c> that</c> wanted to give members ample notice that wanted to give members ample
• notice that if<00:57:13.320><c> you</c><00:57:13.440><c> are</c><00:57:13.640><c> able</c><00:57:13.960

Bills: HR204 , SB2925 , SB2798 , SB2320 , SB2800 , SB1230 , SB2706 , SB3233 , SB2405 , SB3320 , SB2543 , SB3097 , SB3096 , SB3140 , SB2593 , SB2567 , SB2466 , SB2140 , SB2088 , SB3090 , SB608 , SB2795 , SB3294 , SB3263 , SB3001 , SB2907 , SB3251 , SB2074 , SB2360 , SB2354 , SB2908 , SB2353 , SB3045 , SB2047 , SB3254 , SB3246 , SB3133 , SB2425 , SB2671 , SB3229 , SB2969 , SB1166 , SB896 , SB2391 , SB2125 , SB3118 , SB3325 , SB2613 , SB2614 , SB494 , SB2376 , SB3326 , SB2001 , SB2599 , SB3048 , SB3169 , SB2002 , SB3247 , SB3253 , SB2155 , SB2192 , SB3187 , SB2190 , SB2398 , SB2424 , SB3028 , SB2338 , SB3219 , SB2981 , HCR14

Keywords: H.R. 204, House Resolution, Hawaii LifeSmarts, LifeSmarts State Competition, student competition, academic recognition, congratulatory resolution, Iolani School, Kalani High School, Waipahu High School, personal finance, consumer rights, health and safety, technology education, environmental education, National Consumers League, Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs, Hawaii Credit Union League, youth achievement, high school teams

Transcript Highlights:

• Thirty days after publishing the required notice and making the items available to school districts and
• As an alternative to satisfying the public notice requirements, a school district... Or entities.
• As an alternative to satisfying the public notice requirements, school districts and ESDs may grant or
• I noticed that there's no fiscal note. I guess I have a question.
• I noticed that there's no fiscal note on the EBB. Was one requested? I believe that was the case.

Committee: House Education

Keywords: 904, all

Transcript Highlights:

• Thirty days after publishing the required notice and making the items available to school districts and
• As an alternative to satisfying the public notice requirements, a school district... Or entities.
• As an alternative to satisfying the public notice requirements, school districts and ESDs may grant or
• I noticed that there's no fiscal note. I guess I have a question.
• I noticed that there's no fiscal note on the EBB. Was one requested? I believe that was the case.

Summary: The House Education Committee heard several bills focused on school district operations, student access, and special education. Substitute Senate Bill 6222 would allow school districts and educational service districts to sell or grant surplus technology hardware, such as laptops and tablets, directly to public school students, with priority for low-income students and documentation of the transfer. Testimony from the sponsor, district staff, and advocates emphasized helping students keep familiar devices, reducing waste, and extending the public investment in technology. The committee also heard Second Substitute Senate Bill 5969, which would better integrate IEP transition plans with the statewide online IEP system and the universal high school and beyond plan platform to reduce duplication; staff noted a fiscal note had been requested, and there were no public testifiers on the bill. The committee spent substantial time on Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill 6247, a school district financial management bill. The bill would require additional ESD oversight and support for districts showing signs of financial distress, create mandatory school director training on funding and finance, strengthen penalties for knowing violations of budget expenditure limits, and require disclosure authorizations before hiring certain budget or accounting personnel. Senator Dozier said the bill was prompted by district financial problems, declining enrollment, failed levies, and reserve fund declines. ESD, WSSDA, WASA, WOSBO, and OSPI testified in support overall, though some witnesses raised concerns about mandatory training, funding for implementation, and whether training should extend beyond school directors. Committee members asked about the bill’s scope, the undefined term “significantly,” the $750,000 reimbursement cap, and how it compared with House Bill 2593. The committee also heard Substitute Senate Bill 622, which would exempt school districts and ESDs from certain surplus-property notice requirements when selling or granting surplus technology hardware to students at depreciated cost or no cost to low-income students. Senator Hunt said the bill came from constituent concerns about unused laptops and tablets and would help students transition to work, college, or technical school. Zero Waste Washington and an Issaquah School District official supported the measure, citing environmental benefits and practical student access to technology. The committee closed public hearings on the bills, noted sign-in counts for pro and con positions, and announced amendment deadlines and upcoming executive sessions.