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• A CONGRESSIONAL REPORT OF MANDATED SOLAR RADIATION MODIFICATION.
• MANDATING GOVERNANCE FRAMEWORK FOR SOLAR RADIATION PUBLICS IN JUNE 2023.

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• Equal Housing Opportunity, by adding on line 13 that cities, towns, and municipalities shall not mandate
• the things I think that we struggle with on this committee a little bit is that balance of state mandate

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• In light of the clear mandate of a significant majority of voters, the very same voters who say, In light
• of the clear mandate of a significant majority of voters, the very same voters who sent us to this chamber

Summary: The House convened for its organization session, opened with prayer, the presentation of colors, the Pledge of Allegiance, and the national anthem. The Secretary of State’s certification of the 2024 election was accepted as prima facie evidence, the members-elect were seated, a quorum was established, and the newly elected and returning members were sworn in by Florida Supreme Court justices. The chamber also recognized the Governor, Cabinet members, former speakers, former members, and other guests in attendance. The main business of the session was the election of House leadership and adoption of the chamber’s rules. Representative Fentrice Driskell was nominated by the Democratic caucus and delivered remarks emphasizing constituent service, opposition oversight, and priorities such as hurricane recovery, insurance affordability, reproductive rights, gun violence, education, and poverty. Representative Daniel Perez was nominated by the Republican caucus, seconded, and then elected Speaker by unanimous vote after a motion to close nominations and dispense with a roll call. Perez was sworn in and said his priority would be serving Floridians through practical action, fiscal discipline, and reforms that reduce bureaucracy and special-interest influence. The House then adopted House Resolution 10, establishing House rules for the 2024-2026 term, and Senate Concurrent Resolution 20, establishing joint legislative rules. Representative Gottlieb spoke in opposition to the rules, arguing that recent changes restricted debate and reduced deliberation. The House also appointed a committee to notify the Senate that the House was organized, elected Representative Wyman Duggan as Speaker Pro Tempore by unanimous vote, and announced caucus leadership selections, including Duggan as Speaker Pro Tempore and Driskell as Democratic minority leader. The session concluded with administrative motions authorizing technical corrections to the rules, spreading the organization-session remarks upon the journal, and adjourning sine die.

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• In light of the clear mandate of a significant majority of voters, the very same voters who say, In light
• of the clear mandate of a significant majority of voters, the very same voters who sent us to this chamber

Summary: The House convened for its organization session with prayer, the presentation of colors, the Pledge of Allegiance, and the national anthem, followed by introductions of guests including state officials, former House leaders and members, and members of the judiciary. The Secretary of State’s certification of the 2024 election was accepted as prima facie evidence of the members-elect’s election, a quorum was established, and the newly elected and returning members were sworn in by Florida Supreme Court justices. The House then formally declared the members duly elected and qualified to serve in the 92nd Florida House. The chamber proceeded to the election of Speaker. Representative Fentrice Driskell was nominated and seconded, and she delivered remarks emphasizing the role of the minority caucus, the need to address issues such as hurricanes, insurance and condo costs, gun violence, education, poverty, and protecting rights. Representative Daniel Perez was then nominated and seconded; after speeches highlighting his leadership and style, the House adopted a motion to dispense with the roll call and record a unanimous vote for him. Perez was sworn in as Speaker and said his priority would be serving the people of Florida, focusing on practical action, fiscal discipline, competition, and reducing barriers for residents and businesses. After the Speaker’s remarks, the House adopted House Resolution 1-0 establishing House rules for the 2024-2026 term, despite opposition from Representative Gottlieb, who argued the rules continued to restrict debate and limit the opposition’s voice. The House also adopted Senate Concurrent Resolution 2-0 establishing joint legislative rules. The chamber then appointed a committee to inform the Senate that the House was organized, elected Representative Wyman Duggan as Speaker Pro Tempore by unanimous vote, and announced party leadership and administrative appointments. The session concluded with motions to authorize technical corrections to the rules, spread the organization session remarks upon the journal, and adjourn sine die.

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• So, now not only am I stuck in this mandated world that this bill would create, I can't get an exemption
• world that this bill would mandated world that this bill would create,<01:09:08.799> I<01:09:
• So, um, um, um, you know, as I see this, this proposed mandate would, at least the way I take it, would
• And so, I just see a mandated process like we're looking at in this bill is just totally going the wrong
• And so, I just see a mandated mandated mandated process<01:11:50.600> like<01:11:50.800> we're

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• This gives a brief timeline of the legislatively mandated deadlines.
• This list of interventions is a resource and not a mandate to help districts review their interventions
• This list of interventions is a resource and not a mandate to help districts review their interventions
• to help districts and not a mandate to help districts review<00:12:48.079> their<00:12:48.399
• Um, we are not in the space to mandate textbooks for higher education due to academic freedom, but we

Bills: HF3421

Keywords: early literacy, reading instruction, teacher preparation, teacher candidates, teacher licensure, educator licensing, Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board, PELSB, field experience, supervised practicum, evidence-based reading, science of reading, literacy methods, teacher training, preservice teachers, school-based experience, reading intervention, Minnesota education policy, 1183, house

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• Well, there's an amendment called the Bumpers Amendment at the federal level, which mandates that if
• Well, there's an amendment called the Bumpers Amendment at the federal level, which mandates that if
• Well, there's an amendment called the Bumpers Amendment at the federal level, which mandates that if
• Well, there's an amendment called the Bumpers Amendment at the federal level, which mandates that if
• there are requirements that mandate there are requirements that mandate housing<00:59:24.559>

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Summary: The joint informational briefing focused on how federal policy changes, tariffs, funding cuts, the federal shutdown, and delays in the farm bill are affecting Hawaii agriculture and food access. Opening remarks emphasized Hawaii’s heavy dependence on imported food and farm inputs, the state’s vulnerability to disruptions in USDA services, and the need for stronger state, county, and community coordination. Speakers also noted that immigration enforcement and broader global supply-chain pressures can affect local farm labor, production, and food availability. Sharon Herd, chair of the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity, described both positive and negative federal impacts. She said Hawaii has benefited from some recurring grants and a large new $8.8 million federal grant, but also reported about $22 million in losses from suspended or terminated grants, including farm-to-school and water-related projects. She said some USDA programs, such as microgrants for food security and FISMIP, are currently suspended, while the specialty crop block grant remains active. She also said Hawaii farms declined from 7,328 to 6,569 between the 2017 and 2022 censuses and argued the state cannot rely on imports alone to feed its people. Amanda Shaw of Agriculture Stewardship Hawaii presented findings from federal funding cut reports. She said the first report, in March, identified about $88 million in potential cuts, and the newer report found $64.7 million in confirmed cuts and about $175 million in potential cuts. She said federal shifts are creating uncertainty for farmers, food-system organizations, and school and community food programs, and noted that 4,000 to 5,000 Hawaii farmers could receive less money because of changes to payment-factor provisions for socially disadvantaged farmers. She also said Hawaii has lost 18% of local USDA staff since September 2024, with possible further national reductions expected. No votes were taken; the meeting was informational only, and the chair noted that any legal questions, including the reported SNAP changes, would be for the Judiciary Committee to assess later.

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• I had a judge literally tell me, when I quoted him the law that mandates what a judge should do, "I don't
• If we do not mandate that information be reported proactively to TEA, are they not a repository for those
• It mandates citation by service and the posting of a four-by-four weather protection.
• It mandates that the court appoint an attorney ad litem to participate in the proceedings.
• And so our mandate was you all need to work on a good policy together.

Bills: HB4011, HB2680, HB4325, HB4327, HB4944, HB1761, HB4688, HB3453, HB40, HB1707, HB4749, HB2322, HB3647, HB4139, HB4081, HB2203, HB2100, HB4170, HB3104, HB4623, HB40

Keywords: partition, heirs' property, real estate, co-ownership, family property, non-heir cotenant, right of first refusal, pilot services, liability limitation, maritime commerce, Matagorda Bay, Lavaca Bay, transportation code, maritime industry, civil liability, barratry, penalties, legal actions, damages, wrongful death

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• It’s just a mandate.
• That's a mandate.
• Article 7, Section 1 is a mandate just to create a system... ...plenary power.
• Article 7, Section 1 is a mandate just to create a system. That's it.
• So the education clause is a mandate. You've got to satisfy it.

Summary: The Senate Committee on Education K-16 convened with a quorum, adopted its committee rules, and heard opening remarks from members introducing staff and outlining priorities for the session. Members from both parties emphasized education as a major issue, while several Republicans framed the committee’s work around school choice and parent empowerment. Senator West and other Democrats stressed protecting public schools, listening to Texans, and considering the effects of vouchers or education savings accounts on school districts and communities. Chairman Creighton laid out Senate Bill 2, the Texas Education Freedom Act, describing it as a universal education savings account program modeled on similar programs in other states. He said the bill would provide about $200 million for a universal eligibility pool and additional funding for students with disabilities and lower-income families, with priority weighting for former public school students. He also highlighted anti-fraud measures, vendor pre-approval, criminal background checks, cybersecurity protections, annual testing requirements for participating students, and the use of the Comptroller rather than TEA to administer the program. Creighton repeatedly said the bill is not a voucher and argued it would not take money from public schools, which he said would receive separate historic funding increases. Members questioned Creighton about the 500% of federal poverty line definition, the adequacy of the $10,000 ESA amount, whether the program would favor students already in private school, how microschools and homeschool pods would fit, and whether the bill protects religious liberty and private-school autonomy. Democrats raised concerns about disability protections, 504 students, foster children, public-school funding, open records, and the historical context of vouchers. Republicans generally supported the bill as a way to expand options for parents and students, while also asking about administration, fraud prevention, and data security. After member questions, the committee began invited testimony, with EdChoice President Robert Inlow presenting in support of SB 2 and citing the growth and reported success of school choice programs nationwide.

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• Um, so HHFDC builds a pilot program mandating the county again in written testimony.
• Uh, builds um pilot program mandating the builds um pilot program mandating the county<01:43:40.719><
• <03:51:41.680> by<03:51:41.840> our uh, is something that is mandated by our uh, is
• something that is mandated by our state<03:51:42.319> constitution.
• hopefully regularly meet our mandate. hopefully regularly meet our mandate.

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• Wade tied the hospital's hands, mandating that Adriana's brain-dead body remain hooked to machines, not
• President Trump has already begun delivering on that mandate, and Congress is helping him to advance
• President Trump has already begun delivering on that mandate, and Congress is helping him to advance
• President Trump has already begun delivering on that mandate, and Congress is helping him to advance
• President Trump has already begun delivering on that mandate, and Congress is helping him to advance

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Thursday, June 5, 2025, 1012, house, all

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• Fauci was forcing his mandate on 300 million Americans.
• <00:11:48.839> on<00:11:49.079> 300 fouchy was forcing his mandate on 300 fouchy was
• forcing his mandate on 300 million<00:11:49.880> Americans<00:11:50.720> none<00:11:50.920
• Moreover, we have the same—there's nothing in here that mandates that you bind everything together.
• so let's talk has passed and mandated so let's talk about<06:21:51.280> what<06:21:51.360>

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

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• It can't mandate a specific language, for example.
• deliberation to come together<00:32:44.679> it<00:32:44.840> can't<00:32:45.120> mandate
• <00:32:45.519> a<00:32:45.760> specific together it can't mandate a specific together
• it can't mandate a specific language<00:32:46.840> for<00:32:47.240> example<00:32:48.559
• to effectively control unfunded mandates to effectively control State<02:04:53.360> legislatures<

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• explain to him that may not be an option for you, that some of this technology is used for state-mandated
• Is used for state-mandated assessments.
• Now, it's my feeling that E-safety should have a mandate to address social isolation on a real-time basis
• And I think it's critical that the E-Safety Commission is mandated to make social isolation a priority
• Mandated to make social isolation a priority because it's going to go beyond social media itself.

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• it actually comes to this committee since you have put the amendment on there because you're not mandating
• What they have said to us is this one hour that's mandated, but that's not enough.
• There are some trainings that are still required every year: a mandated reporter, like Dr.
• And the training also includes, for cases that are a true mandated reporter situation, those reports
• But for things that don’t necessarily rise to mandated reporter level, but just something is not quite

Bills: HB165, HB175, HB198, HB272, HB457, HB488, HB566, HB603, HB763, HB902, HB909, HB971, HB981, HB1066, HB1125, HB1154, HB1231

Keywords: HB165, lottery proceeds, Lottery Proceeds Fund, Veterans Service Grant Fund, constitutional amendment, veterans, military veterans, veterans' benefits, veterans services, family support, state lottery, education funding, Minimum Foundation Program, problem gambling, compulsive gaming, state treasurer, ballot proposition, constitutional referendum, lottery revenue, Louisiana resident veterans

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• it actually comes to this committee since you have put the amendment on there because you're not mandating
• What they have said to us is this one hour that's mandated, but that's not enough.
• A mandated reporter, like Dr.
• And the training also includes, for cases that are a true mandated reporter situation, those reports
• But for things that don't necessarily rise to mandated reporter level, but just something is not quite

Summary: The House Appropriations Committee met on April 27 and first took up House Bill 175 and its companion House Bill 165, both dealing with lottery proceeds for veterans. HB 175 was amended to create a Veterans Service Grant Board within the Department of Veterans Affairs and direct $500,000 annually from Louisiana Lottery net proceeds into a Veterans Service Grant Fund, with unused money returned to the lottery proceeds fund that supports the MFP. Supporters, including the bill sponsor, The Boot Louisiana, LDVA Secretary Charlton McGinley, and Bastion Veterans Organization, argued the grants would help veteran services, workforce placement, mental health, housing, entrepreneurship, and retention of veterans in Louisiana. Members raised concerns about drawing from lottery proceeds that traditionally support education, but the committee adopted amendments and reported HB 175 favorably as amended. HB 165, the constitutional amendment companion, was also amended for technical and ballot-language changes and then reported favorably as amended for voter consideration. The committee then considered House Bill 457, which would authorize the Louisiana Department of Health and the State Fire Marshal to set minimum housing standards for homeless shelters, group homes, and halfway homes. The sponsor said the bill responded to a state auditor recommendation and to unsafe conditions in some facilities; he also explained an amendment changing the Fire Marshal’s duties from mandatory to permissive to reduce fiscal impact and allow agencies flexibility. Some members questioned whether local standards already existed and how enforcement and funding would work, while others supported the need for statewide minimum standards for human housing. The committee adopted the amendment and reported HB 457 favorably as amended. House Bill 488, by Representative Brough, sought to create a Belle Chasse Bridge Merit-Based Special Fund using recurring severance tax revenues from Plaquemines Parish to help buy out the Belle Chasse toll bridge and end what the sponsor described as excessive tolls and fees. He and several local witnesses, including business owners, a YMCA representative, and a parish council member, testified that the tolling arrangement had harmed access, businesses, and quality of life. The committee adopted a technical amendment clarifying the revenue source and then reported HB 488 favorably as amended. House Bill 566, which would prohibit state funds from supporting net-zero greenhouse gas initiatives tied to the 2022 Louisiana Climate Action Plan, drew significant debate over whether it would interfere with agency funding and economic development efforts; the sponsor argued the plan lacked legislative approval and should be repudiated, while members urged caution and suggested hearing from affected agencies. The sponsor agreed to consider deferring the bill, and the committee did not advance it at that time. House Bill 603, a constitutional amendment authorizing investment of state funds in digital assets and precious metals, was discussed as a way to hedge inflation and preserve value; members asked about limits and safeguards, and the bill was reported favorably. The committee then began hearing House Bill 763, a transparency measure creating a public database for settlement agreements involving state agencies.

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• And I do not want to impose an unfunded mandate on our school systems.
• This bill is not going to create any new mandates or add additional financial obligations.
• There's no fiscal note, there's no mandate, there's no appropriation.
• They go through ongoing mandated reporter training.
• Please keep in mind that our staff is trained in mandated reporting and fingerprinted.

Summary: The committee first heard SB 206, which would require cardiovascular pre-screening and blood pressure testing for student athletes beginning in the 2026-2027 school year. Chairman Miller said the bill was prompted by concerns about undiagnosed hypertension and sudden cardiac arrest in young athletes, and Coach Marcus Scott testified about his own kidney transplant after years of untreated high blood pressure. Members asked about who would perform the screenings and how follow-up would work; the American Heart Association said existing athletic physical processes and referral networks could handle it. An amendment was adopted, and the committee reported SB 206 favorably as amended. The committee then took up SB 305, which would require a publicly available statewide career-alignment dashboard showing how degree programs connect to workforce outcomes, including completion, employment, wages, and high-demand jobs. Chairman Edmonds and student task force member Cruz Cassard said the goal was to help students understand job opportunities in Louisiana and reduce the number leaving the state after graduation. Workforce and higher education stakeholders supported the measure as a transparency and workforce-planning tool. The committee reported SB 305 favorably. Next, the committee considered HB 624, a school safety cleanup bill updating references from crisis management plans to emergency operations plans and aligning school emergency language with national standards. Representative Johnson and the Louisiana Center for Safe Schools said the bill would not create new mandates or costs, but would clarify existing requirements. The committee reported HB 624 favorably. The committee then heard HB 1022, as substituted, concerning school-based health care services. Representative Jackson said the bill was intended to clarify that medical decisions in school-based health centers should be made by licensed health professionals, not school staff, while preserving parental consent. Testimony from school-based health center providers supported the bill, but several members raised concerns about consent, parental authority, and whether the language shifted too much responsibility away from schools; the Charter School Association suggested adding more collaborative language. After discussion, the committee adopted the substitute and reported HB 1022 favorably by a 10-4 vote.

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• is actually nowhere close to achieving the goals, then you would come back to the legislators and mandate
• is actually nowhere close to achieving the goals, then you would come back to the legislators and mandate
• is actually nowhere close to achieving the goals, then you would come back to the legislators and mandate
• And since then, now they've been mandated to come back to the office 50%.
• And since then, now they've been mandated to come back to the office 50%.

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• doing and come back and really go over the process again to be in compliance with what the federal mandate
• Someone will not be mandated to assisted outpatient treatment because of their economic situation.
• allowing additional dwelling units in single-family zoning districts, prohibiting minimum parking mandates
• allowing additional dwelling units in single-family zoning districts, prohibiting minimum parking mandates
• , creating an exception for accessible parking, revising the appeal process, parking mandates, creating

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• President and Senator, would this prevailing wage mandate apply?
• Euro facility that are, that are gainfully employed today and there is no Uh, uh, would there be a mandate
• to pay them prevailing wage, and when would you know that the prevailing wage mandate goes away, at
• of issuing the industrial revenue bond to save money on taxes would be substantially offset by the mandate
• Mandates into the private sector. We just can't Mr.