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• Nearly 90% of these cardiac arrests are fatal.
• He was doing some training for track on his own, and this just occurred within the last week.
• He was doing some training for track on his own, and this just occurred within the last week.
• He was doing some training for track on his own, and this just occurred within the last week.
• <00:48:18.119> on was doing some um training for track on was doing some um training for track

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• They've not had a single crash fatality for seven years.
• Thank you for your time. fatalities. Fortunately, we have an fatalities.
• That street needs fatalities last year. That street needs a<00:20:44.720> redesign.
• Um we were uh reduce crash fatalities.
• This intersection has a history of fatal and serious accidents.

Bills: HF2438

Keywords: transportation finance, transportation policy, MnDOT, Minnesota Department of Transportation, Department of Public Safety, Metropolitan Council, highway funding, trunk highway fund, county state-aid highway fund, municipal state-aid street fund, state aid roads, local roads, bridge funding, road construction, transit funding, passenger rail, freight rail, aviation, airport development, safe routes to school

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• That language tracks other parts of Florida law involving what we call the contact rule.
• Fatal car crashes involving a police officer peaked at 455 in 2020.
• Most recent example is Patrol Trooper Zachary Fink, who was involved in a fatal accident back in 2024
• All right, Senator Jones, tracking now.
• And finally, the bill would require the CFO's office to track incidents of suicide among firefighters

Summary: The committee took up a series of criminal justice, health, and public safety bills, with several measures reported favorably after brief sponsor presentations and mostly no opposition. CS for SB 1782 on dangerous excessive speeding, CS for SB 306 on Medicaid provider network access, CS for SB 716 on mandatory minimums for certain sexual offenses by registered offenders, CS for SB 1084 on intimate image dissemination and digitally forged images, and CS for CS for SB 1604 on corrections-related litigation and sentencing changes all passed the committee. Members also approved CS for SB 1838, which increases protections for court officials from tampering, harassment, and retaliation, and CS for SB 1252, which directs FDLE to study a statewide pawn data database. CS for SB 468 on fleeing or eluding, CS for SB 490 on off-duty concealed carry for certain officers, and CS for SB 890 on blood clot screening and treatment also received favorable votes, with SB 890 drawing supportive testimony from the bill sponsor, medical and patient advocates, and family members affected by blood clots. The most extensive debate centered on CS for CS for SB 1804, which would create a capital offense for adults trafficking children under 12 or mentally incapacitated persons for sexual exploitation. Senator Martin defended the bill as a response to especially heinous crimes and argued it fit within constitutional punishment principles, while several members raised concerns about the Eighth Amendment, the risk of lengthy and costly litigation, and the possibility of retraumatizing victims. The Florida Conference of Catholic Bishops and the Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers testified in opposition, citing moral objections, due process concerns, and constitutional precedent; the bill nevertheless was reported favorably. The committee also approved CS for CS for SB 572, the “Pam Rock Act,” which tightens dangerous-dog rules, adds enclosure, microchip, insurance, and penalty requirements, and allows stronger enforcement actions after serious attacks. The Rock family and animal control supporters testified in favor, describing the bill as a response to fatal dog attacks and urging stronger accountability for owners. For SB 572, members discussed insurance requirements, the role of local authorities in classifying dangerous dogs, and whether the bill would affect ordinary pet insurance or only liability coverage after a serious attack. The sponsor said the measure is not breed-specific and is aimed at dogs that have already caused significant harm. The committee also heard testimony from family members of Pam Rock and other victims, along with supporters from animal control and sheriff’s offices. All of the bills taken up in the meeting that were voted on were reported favorably, and no roll-call votes failed.

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• It's the it's the tracks that actually create the issue for wind-driven rain.
• Wind-driven rain infiltrates the tracks of sliding glass doors that and it's excluded from the from the
• provides that such less Lucy's may apply as opposed to being entitled for a license to conduct Inter track
• The Florida Department of Children and Families has shared data has showed an increasing trend in fatal
• I just built single-family residences track on the apples. So I don't know. This is answered.

Keywords: 999, senate, all

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• <00:11:11.800> and provide on um the fatalities and provide on um the fatalities and injuries
• That would cause a fatality is what we tend to focus on.
• I just want to make sure that I'm tracking correctly.
• GPS tracking in in police operating our GPS tracking in in police operating our patrol<02:52:29.640><
• Are you tracking the question? Mr.

Keywords: 916, all

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• <00:04:21.919> meet that rail equipment and track meet that rail equipment and track meet
• Over 95% of railroad fatalities are due to crossing accidents and pedestrians.
• Over 95% of railroad fatalities are due to crossing accidents and pedestrians.
• Upgrading that track is incredibly expensive.
• A few years ago it was $500,000 per mile, give or take, to rehab track.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• Our committee legislative assistant will keep track of time, and then we'll have a little bit more time
• drugs started over 53 years ago, and there have been several following waves of attempts to curb fatalities
• overdose-related deaths are only just starting to decline since their peak in 2022 at over 100,000 fatal
• underserved backgrounds, and a few months ago, the mother of a pair of siblings I watch over died from a fatal
• It can be hidden in many other drugs, and just two milligrams can be fatal.

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• So we have we track every homicides.
• So we did track the first year of data. We haven't continued tracking just because of resources.
• We track firearm deaths at the state level, but non-fatal firearm injuries are inconsistently captured
• and non-fatal firearm injuries.
• > but<03:35:55.120> non-fatal<03:35:55.840> firearm the state level, but non-fatal

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• And fatalities just stopped getting in their tracks.
• According to the New Mexico Department of Health's 2023 Child Fatality Review Report, unintentional injuries
• There are also concerning traffic fatalities statistics for people biking and motorcyclists. everyone
• They're also concerning traffic fatalities statistics for people biking and motorcyclists.
• Also concerning traffic fatality statistics for people biking and motorcyclists.

Bills: SB23, SB73, SB210, SB234, SB243, SB244, SM16

Keywords: student use, wireless devices, public schools, policy implementation, education technology funding, driver education, driver's ed, driving school, motorcycle safety, traffic safety, vulnerable road users, pedestrian safety, bicycle safety, cyclist, bike lane, micromobility, scooter, moped, motorcycle training, DWI prevention

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• And I'm tracking you. I'm very convinced that that's the case.
• I'm tracking with what you're saying.
• I'm tracking. I understand the point that you're making.
• First one is, how would this be deployed onto a vehicle to track it?
• So we've heard in the hearing about a new GPS tracking technology that allows police to shoot a GPS tracking

Summary: The committee first took up House Bill 2777 by Representative Rose, which would bar the death penalty for defendants who can prove by clear and convincing evidence that they had schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder and active psychotic symptoms at the time of the offense. Rose said the bill would still hold defendants accountable through life without parole, would save money by avoiding lengthy capital litigation, and would address cases where severe mental illness was not adequately considered. Supporters from NAMI Texas, the Catholic bishops, and a forensic psychologist said the bill is narrowly tailored, consistent with neuroscience and moral principles, and would prevent executions of people whose psychosis substantially impaired reality testing. Committee members questioned how the bill interacts with existing competency and insanity law, whether the diagnosis is sufficiently defined, and whether the statute requires active psychosis at the time of the offense. An opponent argued the death penalty should remain available for juries to decide in all cases. The bill was left pending. The committee then heard House Bill 1221 by Representative Lozano, which would raise the cap on pretrial intervention program fees from $500 to $1,200. Lozano and a district attorney witness said the increase is needed because program costs have risen and the fees help make diversion programs self-sustaining, allowing first-time or low-level offenders to complete rehabilitation and potentially obtain expunction. Opponents from the Texas Fair Defense Project argued the higher fee could make diversion unaffordable for indigent defendants and undermine an important alternative to incarceration, especially where related supervision and monitoring costs already add up. Members discussed whether the fee applies only to PTI participants, how payment plans and waivers work, and whether ability to pay should be addressed more explicitly. The bill was left pending. Finally, the committee heard House Bill 1738 by Representative Jones, which would repeal Penal Code Section 21.06 and related Health and Safety Code references concerning homosexual conduct. Jones said the law is unconstitutional under Lawrence v. Texas, remains harmful on the books, and has led to confusion and unnecessary costs even though it is unenforceable. Supporters said the bill simply removes outdated language and protects civil liberties, while opponents from Texas Values argued the statute still serves as a statement that homosexual conduct is unacceptable and should remain as a warning, even if unenforceable. Members debated whether the law’s remaining language is merely symbolic or still harmful, and whether other criminal statutes already cover conduct such as prostitution, incest, and offenses involving minors. The bill was left pending after testimony.

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• Y'all deployed early, and why do we have one fatality? Yes, sir.
• We lost over 500 homes and one fatality. I just want to thank you.
• There are two parallel tracks here. I appreciate how you've set this up.
• Either of those tracks, an action on either of those tracks, would that have the effect of stopping operations
• So on either of those tracks, there's an appeal process, there's always litigation... Tracks.

Keywords: 1184, house, all

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• But as it our comment when<00:19:55.760> they're<00:19:56.000> tracking<00:19:56.320>
• In 2025, Hawaii hit a 20-year high with 129 traffic fatalities.
• We are on track for that delivery at the end of 2027.
• Uh so we are on track for >> Uh so so yes.
• we are we are on track. we are we are on track.

Keywords: 910, house, all

Summary: The committee heard testimony on HB 1588, which would establish a Department of Transportation noise detection program using cameras to enforce noise control laws. DOT supported the measure and said it is already piloting the technology at eight locations, with about 10 sites costing roughly $2 million to $2.5 million to install and operate. The Department of Health said it was willing to work with DOT but noted its current regulations are not designed for vehicular noise sources and that the bill may need clearer standards to be enforceable. Members raised concerns about the lack of a specific decibel threshold and whether the system could accurately identify the source of noise; DOT said the pilot can pinpoint vehicles and that the program would align with existing health standards, but no final number was identified during the hearing. The committee then heard HB 1696, which lowers the minimum age for a commercial driver’s license from 19 to 18 and removes a restriction tied to vehicle category, while requiring DOT rule changes. DOT, the City and County of Honolulu, the Hawaii Transportation Association, Teamsters Local 996, and other stakeholders testified in support. The Hawaii Transportation Association suggested adding a training requirement for drivers ages 18 to 20, proposing at least 320 hours of employer training and recordkeeping. Members sought clarification that the bill would apply to intrastate, not interstate, licensing. For HB 233, the committee considered a measure authorizing DOT to designate airport special district zones statewide to prevent unauthorized access and improve security. DOT and the City and County of Honolulu supported the bill, explaining that defined boundaries would help law enforcement address trespassing, disruptions, fires, theft, harassment, and other incidents around airports and terminals; DOT said commercial airports are ready to implement the proposal, while some general aviation sites would need further work. Members asked about the scope of the boundaries, existing enforcement, and whether the measure would cover state-owned or non-state parcels near airports. The committee also heard HB 2332, which renames the Harbors Division as the Commercial Ports Division and distinguishes “harbor” from “port” in statute. DOT, the Maritime Group, and harbor users supported the bill, saying the change would reduce confusion between commercial cargo/cruise facilities and recreational small boat harbors, and could help with clarity and possibly federal grant competitiveness. Members asked about impacts on small boat harbors and cruise activity, and DOT explained that the bill is aimed at purpose-built commercial ports, not recreational facilities. The committee also took testimony on HB 2283, which clarifies DOT’s consultative role with the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs in setting port pilotage standards and requirements. DOT, DCCA, Matson, the Hawaii Pilots Association, and others supported the measure, saying it would improve coordination and ensure pilot licensing standards reflect operational realities in the harbors. Finally, after a recess, the committee heard HB 2217, which would allow driver’s permits, licenses, and ID cards to include a notation for a non-apparent disability. The Hawaii State Council on Developmental Disabilities opposed the bill as drafted, saying voluntary alternatives such as Smart 911 may be better and that the category is too broad. The Attorney General’s office supported the intent but recommended limiting the notation to medically recognized, specifically defined conditions so agencies can train personnel and avoid confusion or escalation.

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• So, the VSET funding is separate from the non-fatal shoot teams.
• There are non-fatal shoot teams.
• I'm going to be non-fatal shoot teams.
• In a non-fatal shooting, often are dead.
• > shooting directed towards non-fatal shooting directed towards non-fatal shooting investigations

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• Along with the new facilities, we also have improvements to the rail track that would be feeding into
• So along with the new facilities, new rail facilities, we also have improvements to the rail track that
• And then up in the kind of the northeast area, top right of the slide there, we've got some new track
• And then the existing track is shown in green, and that extends out to Fallon.
• And then similar types of improved track, as I mentioned on Scenario 6 and 5 as well.

Summary: The committee first heard an update on the Joint Transportation Committee study of transportation impacts if the Lower Snake River dams were removed. WSDOT and Jacobs described the study’s phases, including current work on geology, infrastructure risk, and a total logistics cost model. They explained that the study is examining how freight now moved by barge—especially wheat, fertilizer, and wood—could shift to rail and roads, and they outlined several scenarios ranging from no-dam future conditions to new unit-train terminals, short-line rail options, and a combined “many solutions” scenario. Members asked about irrigation, impacts in Idaho and Oregon, port capacity, emissions, competition, EV trucks, and whether the model could estimate transportation effects if grain volumes decline. The presenters said the study assumes current production levels continue, does not model irrigation changes or broader farm-economics impacts, but does account for transloading costs and can estimate transportation impacts under different volume assumptions. WSU’s independent review team said the model has improved substantially but still needed refinement, especially in routing, road data, and spatial detail, and that stakeholder engagement had been strong though delayed by model development. No votes were taken. The committee then received a presentation on the alternative sidewalk funding study. Staff and consultants said the study is exploring ways local governments could sustainably fund sidewalk maintenance, repair, and new construction, using a statewide survey, interviews, national research, and case studies in eight jurisdictions. They noted sidewalks are important for pedestrian safety and connectivity, but there is no dedicated funding source in Washington, and existing grants and local revenue tools are highly competitive or limited. The consultants highlighted sidewalk fees or utility-style charges as the most promising option to study, while a parcel tax was largely set aside because of state property-tax uniformity concerns. Members asked whether the study would duplicate existing funding or add to current taxes, and how a sidewalk fee would be collected; the consultants said the goal is to expand local options, not mandate adoption, and that fees would likely be billed through utilities rather than property taxes. A preliminary draft report is due December 15, with a final report due in mid-June. Next, staff gave a brief update on the ocean-going vessels study, which is examining shore power and emissions rules for vessels at berth. The presenter explained that federal Clean Air Act rules and California waiver authority create legal limits on how far Washington can go if it wants to adopt similar standards, and that deviations from California’s approach can increase litigation risk. The report will summarize stakeholder outreach and will be presented in draft form at the next JTC meeting. Finally, county engineers from Chelan and Douglas counties began a presentation on county transportation challenges, with the association’s director emphasizing collaboration with state agencies and local partners on issues such as fish passage barriers and infrastructure needs. The county presentation was only beginning when the transcript ended, and no committee action or votes were recorded.

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• And that is pretty much the bill and the bill will help move Florida back on track toward reducing the
• But there are many concerns regarding that with regards to actual tracking in the state of Florida.
• There's a total lack of I found transparency and I'm tracking with regards to this issue.
• I think that we can start to track it.
• We have more than 50 sawfish confirmed as fatalities or mortality event.

Keywords: 999, senate, all

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• also leading contributing factors in mishaps, annually causing hundreds of accidents and dozens of fatalities
• Environments Act, SB 848, which was enacted into law last year and established a statewide data system to track
• California colleagues, California continues to see tens of thousands of fatal and serious injury collisions
• California colleagues, California continues to see tens of thousands of fatal and serious injury collisions

Keywords: 987, senate, all

Summary: The Senate convened with a quorum, offered a Memorial Day weekend prayer, and welcomed a third-grade class from Sacred Heart Parish School to the chamber. Members also handled several procedural motions, including suspending blackout-period rules for budget subcommittee hearings, removing certain items from the inactive file and consent calendar, and confirming multiple gubernatorial appointments, all by unanimous or near-unanimous votes. The body then took up a series of resolutions and bills. Resolutions approved included National Safe Boating Week (SR 102), Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month (SCR 172), World No Tobacco Day (SCR 177), Lupus Awareness Month (SR 107), and the 50th anniversary of the Judgment of Paris (SR 115). Senators used those measures to highlight boating safety, asthma and food allergy risks, tobacco harms, lupus awareness, and the economic and cultural importance of California wine. The Senate also passed SB 1341 on bag-in-box beverage container processing fees, SB 1083 on school employee misconduct procedures, SB 1153 on wildfire preparedness for urban retail water suppliers, SB 1199 on prescription cost-sharing and out-of-pocket accounting, SB 1240 creating an Office of Nonprofit Empowerment, SB 1337 establishing an energy coordination working group, SB 1360 expanding language access for voters, SB 920 on gaming fee transparency, SB 1016 on mental health/Care Court evaluation options, SB 1198 on reckless driving penalties, SB 1213 on reporting prices for subsidized medium- and heavy-duty vehicles, SB 1265 codifying the Go Green financing program, SB 1338 on post-repossession vehicle transport interference, and SB 1135 on wildlife coexistence. Most passed on unanimous roll calls; SB 1265 and SB 1135 drew a small number of no votes. The session concluded with a lengthy adjournment-in-memory ceremony led by the Veterans Caucus, reading the names of 82 fallen service members and pausing in their honor. The President pro tempore then announced the Senate would recess and return for the next floor session on Tuesday, May 26, 2026.

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• residential development, provide water, wastewater drainage, road, park, and recreational facilities to this track
• every year, especially for pedestrians, and AAA Foundation study found that pedestrian traffic fatalities
• Dallas saw 467 pedestrian-related crashes, 51 of which were fatal in 2024 alone.

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• In Wyoming, there have been fatal overdoses in which it was the only substance detected.
• and fatal respiratory depression. and fatal respiratory depression.
• Um in in Wyoming there have been fatal Um in in Wyoming there have been fatal overdoses<00:19:16.000
• Pierre, are you tracking? >> Yeah. Can you do that?
• Pierre, are you tracking? Cole. Pierre, are you tracking?

Bills: HB0103, HB0070, HB0091

Keywords: First Amendment, free speech, lawsuits, immunity, public participation, strategic lawsuits, foreign censorship, digital innovation, constitutional rights, Wyoming GRANITE Act, extraterritorial laws, civil actions, speech protection, legal jurisdiction, joint liability, artificial intelligence, social scoring, biometric data, privacy rights, government regulation

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• so I hope that answers your fatalities so I hope that answers your question<00:18:04.720> yes
• Forty-four percent of Hawaiʻi traffic fatalities from 2013 to 2022 were speed-related.
• from 2013 to 2022 were speed fatalities from 2013 to 2022 were speed related<00:22:41.200> um
• Speed is tracked by HPD or other law enforcement by use of a pace, using their own vehicle to pace the
• Speed is tracked by HPD or other law enforcement by use of a pace, using their own vehicle to pace the

Keywords: 910, house, all

Summary: The committee heard a series of transportation and public safety bills, beginning with HB 706, which would require skateboard users under age 16 to wear helmets. The Department of Transportation supported the measure, and the chair noted written support from AAA Hawaii, Kulani Medical Center for Women and Children, and several individuals. No opposition was mentioned, and the bill appeared to draw no questions. Members then heard HB 860, which would grant immunity to the state or county that repairs or maintains a street when ownership or jurisdiction is disputed. DOT and DLNR supported the bill, with county support from Maui and a Hawaii Island county representative, while the Hawaii Association for Justice opposed it. The committee also heard HB 1162, requiring applicants for a motorcycle instruction permit to complete an approved basic rider course, with DOT support and a recommended amendment to exempt motorcycles used for training; the Public Defender asked about the current process, and DOT explained the bill was intended to improve safety given motorcycle fatalities. HB 1259, allowing speed-limit reductions within 10 mph of the current limit without an engineering study, also drew DOT support and support from the AAHU Metropolitan Planning Organization and individuals. The committee next considered HB 1158, a governor’s package bill limiting civil liability for people who provide firefighting services with vessels at commercial harbors or roadsteads to gross negligence or wanton conduct. DOT Harbors said the bill was prompted by lessons from the Lahaina fires and was intended to encourage privately owned firefighting-equipped vessels to assist without hesitation; the Hawaii Harbor Users Group and an individual supported it. HB 54, which would make a third or subsequent excessive speeding offense a Class C felony and allow vehicle forfeiture, drew DOT support but strong opposition from the Public Defender, who argued the bill was overly harsh, would force jury trials, and could create sentencing problems; the Public Defender also said existing penalties were already significant. The committee then heard HB 1334, which would exempt donations of wild game meat, including axis deer, to charitable and nonprofit organizations from certain meat inspection and transportation laws; DLNR and multiple community and food-related groups supported it, and no opposition was noted. Finally, the committee took up HB 698 on animal cruelty, which would increase criminal penalties for various offenses. The Public Defender opposed the bill, arguing the cases are rare, enforcement is limited, and the proposed penalties—up to Class A felony treatment in some cases—were too severe; animal welfare advocates strongly supported the measure, saying cruelty cases are widespread, underreported, and under-enforced, and that stronger penalties are needed as a deterrent. No votes or final actions were taken on any of the bills in the portion of the hearing provided.

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• I think it's really, frankly, crazy that the state is tracking natural fetal deaths, but not tracking
• I think it's really, frankly, crazy that the state is tracking natural fetal deaths, but not tracking
• Um, our chair mentioned in a different context a DWI fatality case, and DWI fatalities, and I've represented
• Um, our chair mentioned in a different context a DWI fatality case, and DWI fatalities, and I've represented
• a uh a DWI fatality case. um and DWI<02:21:23.439> fatalities<02:21:24.080> and<02:21:

Keywords: 928, house, all

Summary: The Judiciary Committee first took up Senate Bill 268, a bill related to biological sex and related classifications. Members opposing the bill argued it was unnecessary, poorly drafted, and a personal attack on a small group of people, while supporters said it was needed to protect girls and women and to avoid repeated floor debate on a measure they viewed as proper. Several members also discussed the bill’s definition of biological sex, the lack of guidance on what information could be required to make determinations, and concerns about unintended consequences. The committee voted on a motion to retain the bill and approved it by a 10-8 roll call vote, with the bill retained. The committee then moved to Senate Bill 189, described by supporters as a housekeeping measure requested by the Secretary of State and the Department of Health and Human Services concerning fetal death records. Supporters said the bill was narrow, time-sensitive, and ready to pass, while opponents argued it needed further work and that the committee should not use retention to reopen the bill for broader changes. Some members said they wanted to add or explore additional provisions related to fetal death reporting, while others objected that such changes were outside the bill’s scope and poor procedure. After debate, the committee voted to retain Senate Bill 189 as well.