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• She is a dedicated senior and the New Mexico State FFA Vice President and District 2 President.
• Jada's dedication to agriculture inspires her to pursue a degree in animal science with a minor in meat
• Being an honorary member of the FFA means that I've dedicated time, energy, or resources into FFA.
• For the past seven years, Vernon has been dedicated to empowering entrepreneurs, strengthening local
• And we need to be really careful before we pile any more stuff on them, unless we have a dedicated herd

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• Shanks has been a dedicated agriculture teacher at Butte Valley High School in Siskiyou County.
• Shanks has been a dedicated agriculture teacher at Butte Valley High School in Siskew County.
• will receive the prestigious California FFA Golden Owl Award, a well-deserved recognition of his dedication
• will receive the prestigious California FFA Golden Owl Award, a well-deserved recognition of his dedication
• They are joined today by their dedicated leader, Amy Miniar, whose guidance and passion have helped shape

Summary: The Assembly met after a quorum call and proceeded with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and a series of guest introductions recognizing FFA students, district staff, public health leaders, and visiting students from local schools. Several members highlighted agriculture education, public health week, and civic education, and one member also announced the birth of a calf before introducing an honored agriculture teacher. The chamber then moved through the daily file, passing over second- and third-reading items and taking up Senate Concurrent Resolution 1, which establishes the joint rules for the 2025-26 legislative session; it was adopted on a 50-14 vote and sent immediately to the Senate. On the consent calendar, Assembly Bill 565, Assembly Bill 708, and Assembly Concurrent Resolution 42 were adopted unanimously, 71-0. ACR 42, relating to adult education, also received 65 co-authors. Additional guest introductions followed, including students from the San Fernando Valley and a Jewish day school, with remarks emphasizing leadership, agriculture, and community service. The Assembly then held an adjournment in memory for U.S. Army Sergeant Edvin F. Franco of Glendale, who died in a training accident in Lithuania. Members honored his military service, awards, and family. The house announced its next schedule and adjourned until Monday, April 7 at 1 p.m.

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• been reached last year in which the city agreed to accept $60 million in exchange for accepting dedication
• 26.360> accepting million um in exchange for accepting million um in exchange for accepting dedication
• 28.080> roads<00:02:28.640> can<00:02:28.800> you<00:02:29.200> provide dedication
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• bills that HHFDC cited will hopefully serve as an incentive for the parties to swiftly conclude the dedication

Keywords: 912, senate, all

Summary: The Committee on Housing met on February 11, 2025, to hear Senate Bill 662 and Senate Bill 66. SB 662 would require HHFDC to transfer the public roads in the Villages of Kapolei to the City and County of Honolulu by January 1, 2026, and would authorize county police officers to enforce the statewide traffic code on all public streets and highways. Testimony on the measure was in support from H50, the City and County of Honolulu, and an individual testifier. HHFDC Executive Director D. Minomi said the agency had been negotiating with the city over a $60 million transfer of road and infrastructure maintenance responsibility, but no formal agreement had been drafted; negotiations were paused when related bills were introduced. He said that if the bills do not pass, HHFDC would continue negotiations because the amount is less than the estimated cost of rehabilitating the roads itself and would free up staff time. The committee recommended SB 662 be passed with amendments, including a deferred date and report language referencing the ongoing negotiations, and the recommendation was adopted with aye votes from the chair, vice chair, Senator Kino, and Senator Kuha. The committee then heard SB 66, which would require counties to issue building permits within 60 days when applications are stamped and certified by a licensed engineer and architect and other conditions are met. Testimony was mixed, with the Department of Planning and Permitting for the City and County of Honolulu in opposition, and several groups including the Grassroot Institute of Hawaii, RMS Sales, Hawaii Realtors, NAHawaii Chapter, BIA Hawaii, and the Maui Chamber of Commerce in support; several individuals also testified both for and against. The State Historic Preservation Division testified with comments. In decision-making, the chair recommended SB 66 be passed with technical, non-substantive amendments and with additional amendments from the State Historic Preservation Division, including requiring a complete application and specifying qualified professionals under SHPD rules for architecture, archaeology, architectural history, and/or physical anthropology. The committee adopted the recommendation by a vote of the chair alone, with no objections noted. The hearing then adjourned.

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• Today, let's honor the dedication and hard work of those in the agricultural sector who feed the nation
• This day is dedicated to honoring the incredible contributions of our agricultural community.
• Growing up, I saw firsthand the dedication it takes to work the land and understood the deep sense of
• His dedication to equity and representation helped pave the way for future generations of Black leaders
• His dedication to public service transformed our city in profound ways.

Summary: The Assembly convened after a quorum call and prayer, then handled several procedural matters before moving to the daily file. Members approved a motion to withdraw Assembly Bills 100 through 219 to the second reading file by a roll call vote of 42-15, and unanimously approved re-referrals of AB 440 and AB 1265 to different committees. The chamber also welcomed international visitors, student and community guests, and later heard a series of guest introductions tied to agriculture, immigration, and Irish heritage. The main floor action centered on two resolutions. H.R. 19, recognizing California Agriculture Day, drew strong support from members representing agricultural districts, who highlighted the state’s farm production, exports, and the role of farmworkers and ranchers; the resolution was adopted by voice vote after 65 co-authors were added. ACR 51, honoring Irish American Heritage Month, was also adopted by voice vote after 66 co-authors were added, with members speaking about Irish immigration, labor history, California-Ireland ties, and St. Patrick’s Day. The Assembly also held multiple adjournment-in-memory tributes for the Honorable Leon Lawson Williams, a pioneering Black civic leader in San Diego who served on the City Council and County Board of Supervisors and helped expand public transit and advance civil rights. Members from San Diego and others described his barriers-breaking career and lasting influence on local government and community leadership. The House then received announcements about upcoming committee hearings and adjourned until Thursday, March 20, at 9 a.m.

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• Gilbert's journey was marked by resilience. strength and an unwavering dedication to those he held dear
• His experience during that time shaped the man he became. came, inspiring him to dedicate his life to
• An organization dedicated to promoting equality for women in the workplace.
• This is Texas's only. statewide celebration dedicated to the first three years of life.
• Throughout, through her resilience and dedication, Mrs.

Keywords: 1184, house, all

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• years in Henrietta, and he's just been loved by generations. of families there for his care and dedication
• Greer for his professional accomplishments and for his dedicated service to families.
• initiatives like the Public Works Rodeo. showcase community spirit, and highlight the skills and dedication
• a floods, tornadoes, search-and-rescues because of their expertise, equipment, and training and dedication
• May we honor her memory by continuing to serve with the dedication and the commitment she exemplified

Bills: SJR1, SB9, SB40, SJR36, SJR1, SJR5, SB9, SB40

Keywords: bail denial, illegal aliens, felony offenses, constitutional amendment, law enforcement, bail reform, defendants, pretrial detention, public safety, criminal justice, charitable bail organizations, bail bonds, public funds, political subdivision, injunctive relief, taxpayer rights, bail, criminal justice reform, 1185, senate

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• Uh, additionally, 82% of respondents supported dedicating a portion of annual tax revenues or fees to
• Uh, a city maybe never gonna be able to, to actually dedicate enough funds to their own municipality,
• I recently realized that I am at nearly 70 years old, and I spent half my life dedicated to developing
• The people who operate rural utilities in Texas are dedicated public servants who play a critical role
• Furthermore, to ensure a Texas-sized investment or at least $2.5 billion and a dedicated revenue stream

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• And HF 6 would allow districts to move these dedicated funds with no... ... is not an easy job we're
• <00:43:53.400> funds<00:43:53.720> with<00:43:53.920> no Dedicated funds with no
• We oppose House File 6, which permits districts to use dedicated revenue approved by this legislature
• We oppose House File 6, which permits districts to use dedicated revenue approved by this legislature
• mine why are we rating dedicated mine why are we rating dedicated accounts<01:51:58.280> when

Bills: HF6, HF52, HF53

Keywords: education, literacy, science of reading, school performance, funding flexibility, innovation zones, equity and inclusion, HF52, New Germany, wastewater treatment, wastewater facility, sewer infrastructure, capital investment, bonding bill, state bonds, Public Facilities Authority, municipal infrastructure, water quality, sanitation, sewage treatment

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• :20:19.200> January<00:20:19.760> 25th, dedication dates back to January 25th, dedication
• reflects the patriotism and dedication reflects the patriotism and dedication that<00:34:51.599>
• Kelvin upholds dedication to its neighbor and excellence in education.
• She had dedicated and delivered so much to Oregon.
• She had dedicated and delivered so much to Oregon.

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, 1012, house, all

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• In addition, we operate dedicated shuttle service for the University of North Dakota campus Monday through
• On November 5, 2024, Bismarck residents approved a similar measure that also dedicated two-tenths of
• Two-tenths of a cent is dedicated to public transit. In both Mandan and Bismarck? Correct.
• What does your K-12 student ridership look like in Bismarck and Mandan, both running dedicated school
• What does your K-12 student ridership look like in our Bismarck and Manda and both running dedicated

Keywords: 908, all

Summary: The Government Finance Transportation Study Subcommittee met to review fixed-route transit systems and related funding needs. After approving the prior meeting minutes, the committee heard presentations from Cities Area Transit in Grand Forks/East Grand Forks, Bisman Transit in Bismarck-Mandan, and MATBUS/Fargo, along with comments from North Dakota Protection & Advocacy. The transit agencies described their routes, paratransit services, ridership trends, fare structures, fleet replacement needs, and rising operating costs, emphasizing that transit supports access to work, school, medical care, and other essential services. Testimony also noted that ridership fell during the pandemic and has been recovering, while vehicle and maintenance costs have risen sharply. Grand Forks transit reported 17 routes, a recent fare increase, and operating costs that exceed fare revenue, with paratransit service extending beyond the federal minimum service area. Bisman Transit outlined its fixed-route and paratransit operations, recent service expansions, local mill levies, sales tax support, and federal grant structure, and said it is seeking more stable funding and flexibility beyond paratransit-only support. Minot’s transit superintendent explained the state’s existing transit aid formula, the use of refurbished buses, and the challenges of driver recruitment and electric bus infrastructure. Fargo asked for additional state support for fixed-route urban transit. Committee members discussed whether ride-share services could replace transit, the cost per trip, local match requirements, and whether a separate state funding source should be recommended for the four urban fixed-route systems. The subcommittee ultimately approved a motion to have Legislative Council prepare a summary of its activities for inclusion in the full Government Finance Committee report, and members indicated they would seek more detailed funding figures from the transit agencies before making any specific recommendation.

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• We've got right now with the BP RESTORE Act monies that are those buckets of money that's dedicated to
• The Go Mesa monies that are dedicated to conservation and restoration and those tidelands projects that
• We've got right now with the BP RESTORE Act monies that are those buckets of money that's dedicated to
• The Go Mesa monies that are dedicated to conservation and restoration and those tidelands projects that
• <00:15:33.279> to<00:15:33.680> conservation<00:15:34.320> and are dedicated

Keywords: Ports and Marine Resources - Room 216, 30 January, 2026; 11:00 AM, 925, all

Summary: The committee first took up Senate Bill 2263, which would require Department of Marine Resources law enforcement officers to have probable cause before boarding or stopping a vessel or conducting a search at a marina. The bill sponsor said current law does not require probable cause for DMR stops, and members discussed complaints from constituents about boats being stopped and searched without cause, including checks for life jackets, fish measurements, whistles, and flares. Questions also raised whether the bill should be consistent with wildlife officers and other law enforcement standards; the sponsor noted a separate bill addressing freshwater officers was in another committee. The committee ultimately moved the bill forward with a do pass recommendation. The committee then considered Senate Bill 2264, a coastal restoration and conservation planning bill. The sponsor explained that Mississippi receives multiple streams of restoration-related funding, including RESTORE Act, GOMESA, tidelands, and other federal funds, but lacks a coordinated science-based plan for how those dollars should be deployed. The bill would create a technical advisory board with representatives from state agencies, universities, and an NGO to develop a strategic plan and annual report on priorities such as water quality, habitat loss, and Mississippi Sound restoration. Members confirmed the bill would not change executive branch control over the funds and that GCRF economic damage funds were not included. The committee adopted the bill and reported it out. Next, Senate Bill 2370 was taken up to allow airport authorities to remove abandoned vehicles using the same procedures available to municipalities and private landowners. The sponsor said airports were dealing with vehicles left in parking areas for long periods and needed authority to begin the abandonment process. The bill was reported out. Senate Bill 2618, which would authorize airport authorities to enter public-private partnerships for property on airport-controlled land, was amended with a reverse repealer so it could be studied further; the committee then adopted the amendment, passed the bill as a committee substitute, and reported it out. Finally, Senate Bill 2634, which would let DMR create and pay reserve officers for special events and other staffing needs, was also approved and reported out.

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• I've served in this role for almost 14 years, leading a dedicated team of nearly 200 paid and unpaid
• There are currently five peer bridgers that are fully dedicated to serving individuals in Washington's
• There are currently five peer bridgers that are fully dedicated to serving individuals in Washington's
• the legislature took action this year to ensure that the rate increases in this next budget were dedicated
• That the rate increases in this next budget were dedicated specifically to wage and benefit improvements

Summary: The committee met for what was described as its final meeting, with members and staff reflecting on the work of the Joint Legislative Executive Committee on Aging and Long-Term Care and noting that future work would likely shift to standing health and wellness committees. The meeting began with introductions and then moved into updates on major initiatives that originated from the committee, including Washington Cares, the Dementia Action Collaborative, and Medicaid long-term care programs. Presenters emphasized that these efforts were developed through long-term legislative-executive collaboration and were intended to help Washington prepare for the state’s aging population. On Washington Cares, DSHS described the program’s development from a 2014 research effort to its 2019 enactment, premium collection beginning in 2023, portability improvements in 2024, and 2025 changes including a grandfathered opt-out fix and a framework for supplemental private long-term care insurance. The agency said benefits are expected to go fully live next summer, with a pilot of up to 400 applicants planned for next January. On dementia policy, the Dementia Action Collaborative reported on the state dementia plan, Project ECHO training for providers, and pilot dementia-capable community programs at area agencies on aging, citing preliminary results that about 85% of family caregivers said services helped people remain at home. DSHS also reviewed Medicaid Transformation Project initiatives, including Medicaid Alternative Care, Tailored Supports for Older Adults, presumptive eligibility, and health-related social needs benefits such as rental assistance, nutrition support, and home modifications. The committee then heard an emerging issues panel from ombuds and disability advocates. Patricia Hunter of the long-term care ombuds program raised concerns about staffing shortages, resident rights, surveillance technology, private equity ownership of facilities, and illegal discharges or evictions. Betty Sweeterman of the Developmental Disabilities Ombuds discussed people stuck in hospitals without medical need, gaps in behavioral health services for people with developmental disabilities, and the need for better workforce training. Todd Carlyle of Disability Rights Washington urged expansion and bundling of community supports such as PACT, GOSH, and peer bridgers to reduce repeated institutionalization and support discharge from inpatient psychiatric settings. Provider and labor panels followed, with nursing home, assisted living, supported living, and union representatives all emphasizing workforce shortages, low wages, Medicaid rate inadequacy, case management bottlenecks, behavioral health complexity, and the need for more flexible care models and stronger accountability for rate increases. No formal votes were taken; the meeting ended with public comment on manufactured housing and closing remarks thanking staff and participants for the committee’s work.

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• For allowing 29 years of your dedicated service and sharing you with the state of California.
• Mary's heart and soul was dedicated to the Resource Center, which expanded to offer family and individual
• I rise to adjourn in memory of Private First Class Matthew Andreas Perez, a courageous and dedicated
• Father Estrada was the founder of Hoveness in 1989, a nonprofit dedicated to providing housing, resources
• Father Estrada was the founder of Hoveness in 1989, a nonprofit dedicated to providing housing, resources

Summary: The Assembly convened, established a quorum, and opened with a prayer and Pledge of Allegiance. Members then handled several procedural motions, including suspending rules to allow committee hearings and guest access, re-referring bills, and removing one bill from the consent calendar. The chamber also observed Holocaust Remembrance Day with a lengthy ceremony and remarks from many members across caucuses, emphasizing the importance of remembering the Holocaust, combating antisemitism and other forms of hate, and supporting survivors and descendants. ACR 59, the California Holocaust Memorial Day resolution, was adopted by voice vote after 76 coauthors were added. After the ceremony, the Assembly took up the daily file. AB 390, which strengthens California’s “slow down, move over” highway safety law, passed 64-0. AB 439, making small changes to the Coastal Act and reporting requirements, passed 44-11 after debate over Coastal Commission oversight. The body also approved a rules waiver to allow the Education Committee to meet on AB 1468. Later, AB 50, allowing Medi-Cal enrollees to access over-the-counter contraceptives without a prescription, passed 67-0 urgency and 67-0 overall; AB 55, streamlining alternative birth center licensing, passed 68-0; AB 596, protecting workers’ right to wear masks or respirators unless there is a direct safety hazard, passed 53-8; AB 631, requiring animal shelters to post intake and outcome data, passed 60-0; and AB 792, allowing consolidated negotiations for court interpreter contracts, passed 52-1. The Assembly also passed AB 867, banning cat declawing, by 68-0 after bipartisan support; AB 1089, expanding local permitting authority for Western Joshua Tree projects, by 16-0; and AB 1154, clarifying ADU rules, by 63-1. SCR 57, proclaiming Dolores Huerta Day, was adopted 66-0. The second-day consent calendar was then adopted 71-0. The session concluded with adjournment-in-memory remarks for Mary Hammer, a longtime San Lorenzo Valley community leader and environmental advocate, followed by recognition of her family and friends in the chamber.

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• <00:19:24.960> building grown, acquiring a dedicated building grown, acquiring a dedicated
• later proving his dedication to serving by achieving the rank of Eagle Scout.
• <01:04:44.880> bringing<01:04:45.200> fresh dedicated her life to bringing fresh dedicated
• science education, then dedicated science education, then dedicated decades<05:39:34.878> to<
• Thousands of dedicated public servants like TSA agents keep us safe in the air Mr.

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, 1012, house, all

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• This initiative really started with the birth of the general revenue dedicated account.
• general revenue and so and it's the interest of the committee such that any new general revenue dedicated
• In other words, with the enactment of the bill, if, if the uh general revenue dedicated revenue goes
• to go forward and any additional revenue would be deposited to the credit of the general revenue dedicated
• No, it would increase GR dedicated count.

Bills: HB16

Keywords: judicial administration, court reform, juvenile diversion, court security, mental health services, drug offenses, constitutional amendments

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• So we desperately need the transfer fee to generate additional funds dedicated to affordable housing
• My name is Philippe Jordi, and I'm here on behalf of the Island Housing Trust, a nonprofit dedicated
• The fee would be paid by the buyer, and all proceeds would go directly into a dedicated housing fund
• As a board member, I bring not only my lived experience, but also a dedication to advocating for policies
• We need more affordable housing, and to build it, we need a consistent, dedicated source of funding.

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The Joint Committee on Revenue held a public hearing on a series of bills focused largely on local-option real estate transfer fees and housing funding tools for communities facing severe affordability pressures. Testimony strongly favored bills for Somerville, Concord, Martha’s Vineyard, Nantucket, Chatham, and a statewide local-option transfer fee, with speakers arguing that high-end real estate transactions should help fund affordable housing, anti-displacement efforts, workforce housing, and related capital improvements. Elected officials and local housing leaders described rising rents and home prices, investor activity, shrinking year-round housing stock, and difficulty recruiting or retaining teachers, police, health care workers, and other essential employees. Several witnesses emphasized that the proposals would be optional for municipalities, could include exemptions for first-time homebuyers or seniors, and would direct revenue into local affordable housing trust funds or housing banks. Committee members asked questions about who would pay the fee and whether it could make housing less affordable, and supporters responded that the fees would be targeted at higher-value transactions and designed with local flexibility. For Somerville, the delegation and Mayor Katjana Ballantyne backed both a local home rule petition and statewide enabling legislation, saying the city has already used zoning reform, inclusionary zoning, and local housing funds but still needs a new revenue source to address displacement and investor-driven purchases. For Concord, Representative Carmine Gentile and Concord housing advocates supported a home rule petition and the statewide bill, arguing that a modest fee on sales above $1 million could generate predictable revenue for affordable housing production and preservation. One committee exchange focused on whether the fee would affect most Concord sales and whether it would be passed on to buyers; supporters said the policy was intended to shift costs toward higher-value properties and help leverage other funding sources. The committee also heard testimony on House 4105, which would redirect a casino-related revenue stream to the Healthy Incentives Program. Farmers, advocates, and residents said the current funding was originally intended to support horse racing but has not met that goal, and that the money would be better used to support Massachusetts farmers and food-insecure residents through HIP. In a separate bill, Senator Becca Rausch testified in support of Senate 268, which would create a state-level hostile learning environment complaint process for higher education institutions and potentially strip tax exemptions from colleges or universities found to have such environments; she cited anti-Semitic and transphobic incidents on campuses and argued that existing federal protections should be mirrored in state law. The hearing also included testimony on college tuition debt reduction legislation from Senator Michael Moore, who said the bill would allow a deduction for tuition and fees paid to Massachusetts public colleges and universities to ease student debt and support the state’s workforce. A major portion of the hearing focused on Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket housing bank proposals. Hospital, school, housing, planning, and municipal officials from Martha’s Vineyard said the island’s year-round housing shortage is harming health care, schools, and the local workforce, and urged approval of a housing bank funded by a local-option transfer fee. Nantucket witnesses made similar arguments, pointing to a very high median home price, a large seasonal housing stock, and the need for a dedicated revenue stream to preserve and create year-round housing. Supporters repeatedly cited the long-running success of the islands’ land banks as evidence that transfer fees can work without harming real estate markets. Senator Julian Cyr and Representative Thomas Moakley Luddy also backed the Cape and Islands transfer-fee bills, saying the region needs bold action and a sustainable local funding source to address its housing crisis.

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• just how dedicated he is to this sport. just how dedicated he is to this sport.
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• you for your 25 years of dedicated you for your 25 years of dedicated leadership,<00:15:22.240><
• > education,<00:28:27.120> public dedicated his life to education, public dedicated his
• courage and dedication. courage and dedication.

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Thursday, June 4, 2026, 1012, house, all

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• His vision His vision and dedication have shaped suicide prevention strategies and initiatives across
• It happens as a direct result of the dedication and discipline that are refined in the long hours on
• I've dedicated my I've dedicated my entire life to taking care of patients.
• It is a result of years of hard work by students and dedicated teachers who value learning.
• Breznahan for their dedication to Main Street cybersecurity and urge my Street cybersecurity and urge

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, 1012, house, all

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• And so you have dedicated funding for what could be a Teacher Compensation Allotment.
• For their dedicated special educators. Well, thank you for your answers. You answer so easily.
• Decrease in general revenue dedicated cover contributions. You'll turn to page three.
• However, we also think some dedicated funds should go toward communities and schools as well.
• Thank you for your time and dedication to Texas students. Thank you. My name is Jackie Benistante.

Bills: SB1, SB 1

Keywords: appropriations, budget, state funding, education, healthcare, infrastructure, campground safety, youth camp regulations, flood safety, emergency evacuation, health and safety standards, 1185, senate, all

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• His dedicated work ethic and Anthony.
• <04:14:05.680> to the participants for their dedication to the participants for their dedication
• three decades of unwavering dedication three decades of unwavering dedication to<04:29:28.399>
• <04:37:06.639> She and dedication in her classroom. She and dedication in her classroom.
• to<04:38:19.760> education her exceptional dedication to education her exceptional dedication

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