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• Um, Vermont has very little native generation and is extremely dependent on imports in a way that no,
• So Vermont really represents 4% of the load of New England and has very little native generation.
• Vermont has very little native Vermont has very little native generation<01:15:20.640> and
• So I consider little native generation.
• For the university system, which is a public higher education system, and that if we could find some

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• left of the Department of Education left of the Department of Education simply<02:27:22.880>
• <02:32:38.080> across greater influence in education across greater influence in education
• deserve strong education Students deserve strong education without<02:35:55.359> indoctrination.
• to education or the trace act. to education or the trace act.
• education from foreign tyranny. education from foreign tyranny.

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, 1012, house, all

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• And I think NIMBY is the start of you get people passionate about an issue and you learn and you educate
• where existing and proposed landfills can't meet the criteria, in particular the 20-foot thickness of native
• where existing and proposed landfills can't meet the criteria, in particular the 20-foot thickness of native
• 02:25:38.240> foot<02:25:38.479> thickness<02:25:38.960> of<02:25:39.920> native
• <02:25:40.319> soil the 20 foot thickness of native soil the 20 foot thickness of native soil

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• First reading of Senate File Number 1740, an act relating to education policy.
• The directors and educators stated that this is completely a false accusation.
• This is a way of instilling fear in our schools and among our educators, who come from all different
• These kids are scared to go to school, and we have walls to work on even in education when it looks and
• It's a large pine native to eastern North America.

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• <00:23:09.039> for offer the kinds of education for offer the kinds of education for providers
• willing to do a public education willing to do a public education campaign<00:53:00.559> should
• Department of Education.
• information that will help you educate information that will help you educate you<03:12:23.640><
• fully in society especially education fully in society especially education thank<03:14:36.560><

Keywords: 910, house, all

Summary: The joint hearing opened with House Bill 1462 on crisis services. Testimony from the Department of Law Enforcement, the Community Alliance on Prisons, and the Department of Health supported expanding behavioral health crisis services as an alternative to arrest or incarceration. Witnesses said additional crisis sites would help divert people in mental health crisis to appropriate care, and the Department of Health described its current crisis center in Ewa, including the need for renovations such as a padded room and the time required to get the facility operational. In response to questions, the department estimated the Ewa center’s budgeted cost at about $4.3 million, not including rent or startup repairs, and said a second site’s cost would depend on whether it was freestanding or attached to an existing facility. The committee then heard House Bill 700 on cognitive assessments. The Executive Office on Aging supported the bill’s intent but asked that it be amended to make assessments optional rather than mandated, to pilot the program first, and to allow flexibility in handling HIPAA-protected data. SHPDA also supported the measure but said it should not be mandatory and suggested that payers reimburse for assessments when requested by patients, families, or physicians. The Alzheimer’s Association and caregivers strongly supported standardizing cognitive assessments to improve early detection and access to newer treatments, while noting the existing opt-out provision. The Hawaii State Council on Developmental Disabilities supported the bill but asked that the age 65 threshold be removed because cognitive decline can begin much earlier for people with Down syndrome, autism, traumatic brain injury, stroke, and related conditions. In response to a question, the Office on Aging said a pilot project could likely be done for about $150,000, with data security being the main added cost. The final bill discussed was House Bill 237 on peer support programs. Testimony from Family Hui Hawaii, Early Childhood Action Strategy, peer support workers, and families described peer-to-peer programs as a cost-effective way to reduce isolation, strengthen families, and provide long-term community support. Speakers said these programs help parents and caregivers navigate crises, child welfare involvement, addiction recovery, and other challenges, and can have lasting benefits for children’s development and family stability. Several witnesses tied the bill to broader state goals, including infant and early childhood mental health, trauma-informed care, and child welfare reform. Written testimony from about a dozen organizations and individuals was also noted in support.

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• guardianship, and 1,100 young people are receiving supportive services, mentorship, coaching, and education
• guardianship, and 1,100 young people are receiving supportive services, mentorship, coaching, and education
• When kids are placed in group homes, the outcomes—educational, mental health, their well-being—they are
• Every single person, we need to review every single case. ...green, yellow, Native American, or whatnot
• The majority of the Native American children who are in the system are Black, and maybe many of those

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• you know, the rule largely prohibits the collection, sale, propagation, and possession of certain native
• The motion would ask for a removal of the prohibition on using live native reptiles and amphibians in

Keywords: 970, all

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• In D3, people have spoken about our community colleges, um, and development of workforce through education
• colleges, and if there's anything we can do statutorily to help that collaboration, so that we are educating
• appreciate, I just want to echo the people who have mentioned, um, job force training and adult education
• As part of this work plan, um, creating stable housing opportunities for the New Mexicans, for native

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• Uh, as a native born Texan, it's a great honor, uh, for me to be here with you in this moment for this
• Americans who migrated from the rural South to urban cities in the North to find jobs, housing and education
• For more than 80 years, TNLA has been a pillar of leadership, of education and advocacy for the Texas
• relationship established in 1947, and countless people to people connections formed over the decades of educational

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• AB 556 Patterson on public post-secondary education, and AB 826 Gonzalez, AB 1508 and AB 1509, which
• My name is Adrian Talamante, a San Diego native, Marine Corps veteran, and client and employee of VBG
• In fact, it says explicitly that the burden of the financial contribution for education would be for
• And, you know, $20 million is a lot to figure out for already struggling higher education systems.
• And so I appreciate the opportunity for this committee and also the higher education committee.

Summary: The Assembly Committee on Military and Veterans Affairs met as a subcommittee because a quorum was initially lacking, and heard six bills. AB 81 by Assemblymember Ta would require CalVet to study the mental health needs of women veterans; supporters from county veterans service officers, veterans organizations, and behavioral health groups said women veterans face higher rates of military sexual trauma, PTSD, depression, and suicide, while no opposition appeared. The bill was later passed 7-0 and re-referred to Appropriations. AB 826 by Assemblymember Gonzalez would prohibit unaccredited individuals or businesses from charging veterans fees to file or assist with VA benefits claims, impose a civil penalty, and direct penalty revenue to veterans services and district attorneys. Supporters argued the bill would curb predatory “claim sharks” and protect veterans from exploitation, while opponents from private claims consulting firms and several veterans said the measure could restrict access to legitimate help and should be narrowed to target bad actors instead of banning paid assistance broadly. After extensive testimony and discussion about federal law, accreditation, and possible amendments, the committee passed the bill 8-0 and re-referred it to Judiciary. AB 556 by Assemblymember Patterson would clarify that campus-level mandatory fees are covered under the CalVet fee waiver for dependents of certain veterans and Medal of Honor recipients. Supporters said the bill would fulfill the state’s promise to veterans’ families, while concerns were raised about fiscal impacts on CSU campuses and the need for more precise cost estimates. The bill was passed 6-0 and sent to Appropriations. The committee also adopted its rules 7-0 and approved the consent calendar, which included AB 264, AB 1508, and AB 1509, all re-referred to Appropriations.

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• worker, I have seen firsthand how system gaps disproportionately affect vulnerable youth, particularly Native
• National Association >> Council >> Council >> Council >> for<00:48:06.960> Native
• <00:48:07.120> Hawaiian<00:48:07.560> Children >> for Native Hawaiian Children
• >> for Native Hawaiian Children and<00:48:08.720> then<00:48:08.840> another<00:
• I know that I first met the Vice Chair as a frontline worker, outreach for the Department of Education

Bills: HB1518, HB1699, HB1747, HB1705, HB1565, HB1801, HB1645, HB2115, HB2114

Keywords: HB1518, Hawaii SNAP, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, food stamps, Department of Human Services, DHS, pre-release SNAP, pre-release application process, incarcerated individuals, prisoner reentry, reentry services, formerly incarcerated, jail release, prison release, recidivism, food security, benefits eligibility, controlled substance felony, drug felony, drug conviction

Summary: The committee opened its first meeting of the 2020 session and heard testimony on several measures, beginning with HB 1518, which would allow people incarcerated and nearing release to apply for SNAP benefits before release. The Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation and the Department of Human Services said they support the bill and are already piloting a pre-release application process at two facilities, with plans to expand it. The Attorney General’s Office supported the intent but noted a technical issue: one section of the bill appears to affect TANF as well as SNAP, while the title refers only to SNAP. A wide range of advocates, including Catholic Charities, the Hawaii Public Health Institute, Hawaii Hunger Action Network, Drug Policy Forum of Hawaii, Hawaii Children’s Action Network, ACLU of Hawaii, and others, testified in strong support, emphasizing food insecurity after release, reentry stability, and reduced recidivism. The committee did not take a vote during the hearing. The committee then heard HB 1747, which would direct the Department of Human Services to seek federal waivers or extensions related to restricting certain SNAP purchases, including sugary drinks. DHS said it had already been approved for a narrow demonstration waiver and was working with retailers on implementation, with a target date of August 1. Supporters of the measure argued it would promote healthier choices, while opponents, including Hawaii Appleseed, the Hawaii Public Health Institute, Hawaii Children’s Action Network, and the Hawaii Food Industry Association, said such restrictions are ineffective, stigmatize low-income residents, create burdens for retailers and DHS, and may be difficult to implement. Members asked DHS to clarify the scope of the waiver and confirmed it applies to sugary drinks and beverages containing more than 10 grams of sugar. Finally, the committee took up HB 1705, which would allow licensed mental health counselors to serve as child custody evaluators, but there was no testimony from the relevant agencies and the item was quickly set aside. The committee also heard HB 1565, which would establish a judiciary working group to improve family court processes and legal representation for youth in the child welfare system. The Attorney General’s Office offered minor technical amendments, and supporters from the Office of Wellness and Resilience, High Hopes Hawaii, Hawaii Children’s Action Network, and a social work student described the need for legal representation, citing better reunification and stability outcomes and the importance of youth voice in court proceedings. No votes or final actions were taken in the portion of the meeting provided.

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• with senators on both sides of the aisle to create a bill... that would codify the SBA's Office of Native
• commit to doing everything you can or to aggressively try to see if we make sure that the Office of Native
• I'm aware of the challenges facing the Native American community.

Keywords: SBA, small business, nominations, Bill Briggs, Casey Mulligan, regulations, capital access, public support

Summary: The Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship convened to consider the nominations of Bill Briggs for Deputy Administrator of the SBA and Dr. Casey Mulligan for Chief Counsel for Advocacy. The discussions highlighted the critical role of the SBA in promoting small businesses, with emphasis on overcoming challenges posed by excessive regulations and the need for improved access to capital. Several committee members expressed their concerns over recent layoffs within the SBA and the closure of district offices, which they believe undermine support for small businesses across the nation. The committee meeting saw extensive dialogue about the implications of regulations on small business operations and how the nominees plan to address these issues if confirmed. Public support for the nominees was acknowledged through letters from various stakeholders who advocate for small business interests.

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• biggest thing that the board has tried to do in cases after a storm or a named event is some public education
• The education part is key. I don't know how we could do any...
• The education part is key. I don't know how we could do any more with that regard. Sure.
• seeing throughout the United States right now, where states have been holding securities in their native
• Office controllers across the country to ensure that they can keep them in their native form and they

Summary: The committee first heard House Bill 267, which would change the membership rules for the Louisiana State Board of Home Inspectors by adjusting appointment qualifications, term limits, and nomination procedures. Vice Chair Thomas explained the bill was meant to address the lack of nominations from existing entities and to allow the governor more flexibility, especially in smaller districts. After adopting a technical amendment, the committee reported HB 267 favorably. The committee then considered House Bill 478 on utility overcharge reimbursements. The bill, as amended, requires utilities to clearly label reimbursements on customer bills and sets a deadline for issuing refunds. After discussion with the Public Service Commission and utility representatives, the committee changed the reimbursement timeline from 45 days to 90 days and clarified that the bill would not interfere with larger settlement or regulatory credits. HB 478 was then reported favorably as amended. The longest discussion centered on House Bill 924, a consumer protection measure aimed at contractors who solicit residential property owners after declared disasters. The author said the bill was intended to curb predatory storm-chasing and fraudulent insurance-related practices, while still allowing emergency mitigation work. The committee adopted technical amendments and then a conceptual amendment shortening the catastrophe response period from six months to 30 days. Testimony was split: the Insurance Commissioner and some roofing industry witnesses supported the bill as a way to deter fraud, while other contractors argued it would hurt small businesses, limit legitimate door-to-door work, and not solve enforcement problems. The bill remained under consideration after extensive testimony and public comment.

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• You go through the State Board of Education.
• And so when we're going out for bonds and overrides, it's not just going to educate our children.
• House Bill 4033, an act amending section 15491, A.R.S., relating to education bond elections.
• Education bond elections. You've heard the third read of House Bill 4033.
• With your permission, the Education Committee will be meeting in five minutes. Chairman Griffin.

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• We know that the top barrier to post-secondary education is cost.
• We know that the top barrier to post-secondary education is cost.
• Higher education uniform personnel, campus police, also have interest arbitration.
• Thank you all for all the education and information that you provided.
• Thank you all for all the education and information that you provided.

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Summary: The Joint Committee on Employment Relations met on May 8, 2026, to receive updates on upcoming collective bargaining for the 2027–29 biennium. OFM’s Jenny Sheehan reviewed the state workforce, noting that most employees are represented, the workforce remains constrained by hiring limits and civil service rules, and bargaining goals include financially feasible agreements, maintaining labor relations, supporting an inclusive workplace, and addressing issues such as AI use, leave, and immigration-related workplace protections. She also outlined the bargaining calendar, the role of the June revenue forecast in determining what compensation proposals can be funded, and the need to reach tentative agreements by September 2026 for October 1 submission and legislative consideration. She described recent bargaining themes from unions, including limits on AI, expanded leave, access to union members in hybrid workplaces, and classification changes, and she summarized prior-cycle costs, including about $1.2 billion in general funds and $1.7 billion in total funds for 2025–27 awards, excluding the delayed WPEA agreements that were later funded after a return to bargaining. The committee then heard from Western Washington University and the University of Washington on higher education bargaining. Western described its locally bargained contracts, the importance of re-opener clauses tied to state budget decisions, and concerns about the instability of the state “fund split,” which shifts compensation costs between state funds and tuition revenue. Western also emphasized that student employees are increasingly central to retention and urged inclusion of student compensation in the wage base. UW similarly described its large and diverse workforce, the split between RCW 41.56 and 41.80 bargaining frameworks, and the reliance on state funding, tuition, and other revenue sources to cover compensation increases. UW highlighted the financial strain of the fund split, the lack of state funding for academic student employee compensation, and the impact of rising ASE costs on class sizes and the university’s teaching and research missions. OFM also presented on Washington Management Service bargaining, explaining that only certain WMS employees are covered, that bargaining began in 2024, and that current agreements include addenda for WMS-specific provisions. The presentation noted that WMS bargaining is still limited in scope, with only a few represented units, and that compensation bargaining generally covers band minimums and maximums rather than all salary levels. Finally, OFM reviewed interest arbitration rules for certain state employee groups, explaining that arbitration is available for some essential-service and statutorily covered employees, that arbitrators decide disputed contract language based on statutory criteria, and that awards still must be found financially feasible by OFM. Committee members asked about PFML treatment, the timing of arbitration, and the budget pressures facing bargaining, and the meeting adjourned without any votes or formal actions.

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• teachers, and educational opportunities for Arizona’s kids.
• , teachers, educational opportunities for Arizona's kids. education, classrooms, teachers, educational
• The reason for the state land trust is to generate these dollars for education.
• , We've had meetings for the last two, almost two years, on workforce, education, and energy.
• Five eyes, three and a native, zero not voting.

Bills: HB2014, HB2055, HB2145, HB2150, HB2696, HB2755, HB2763, HB2781, HB2782, HB2787, HB2795, HB2889, HB2975, HB2985, HB2986, HCM2009, HCR2020, HCR2038

Keywords: air emissions, fuel blends, environmental quality, feasibility study, Arizona Department of Agriculture, brackish groundwater, water supply development, desalination, Arizona Revised Statutes, water infrastructure, financial assistance, environmental reviews, fuel reformulation, gasoline standards, environmental regulations, ethanol supply, Air Quality, state land department, mineral lease, renewals

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• He's a native Texan and a prominent businessman residing in Dallas, Texas.
• HB 4 to Education. HB 46 to State Affairs. HB 101 to Veteran Affairs.
• HB 224 to Education K through 16. HB 219 to Education K through 16. HB 2215 to State Affairs.
• HB 5154 to Education K through 16. HB 5263 to Education K through 16.
• HB 5263 to Education K through 16.

Summary: The Senate convened with a quorum, offered an invocation, approved the previous day’s journal, and received a House message announcing passage of HB 4 on public school accountability and assessment. The chamber also recognized the Doctor of the Day, adopted SR 520 honoring Rosser Coke-Newton Sr. for his biography of former Governor Richard Coke, and adopted SR 518 recognizing Texas Moral Injury Awareness Day, with remarks focused on the impact of moral injury on veterans and first responders. The Senate later adopted SR 395 honoring the ninth class of Governor William P. Clements, Jr. Scholars, and several other resolutions were adopted by voice vote, including college savings awareness recognition and other member-sponsored recognitions. The body then took up several bills and resolutions on the floor. HB 3307, allowing online continuing education for arbitrators in property tax appeals, passed unanimously after suspension of the rules and the three-day rule. HB 913, renaming and reorganizing certain state hospitals, and HB 2970, governing the Gulf Coast Protection District and coastal barrier design, also passed unanimously. HJR 1 and HB 9 advanced a proposed constitutional amendment and statutory change to raise the business personal property tax exemption from $2,500 to $125,000; both measures passed, with HJR 1 receiving one no vote and HB 9 passing unanimously after a clarifying amendment. The Senate also passed HB 1151, which limits child removals and termination of parental rights based solely on parental medical treatment decisions, and HB 116, which revises grounds for involuntary termination of the parent-child relationship by removing the “O grounds” and requiring support from financially able parents whose rights were terminated. HB 1899 lowered the age for pyrotechnic operator licenses and fireworks display permits from 21 to 18. SB 1285, as amended, passed to protect bats by prohibiting entombment while preserving removal options from unoccupied spaces, and SB 2847 passed to promote innovations in core curriculum for faster bachelor’s degrees. On criminal justice, SJR 87, a proposed constitutional amendment requiring denial of bail for certain repeat violent felony offenders, passed after two floor amendments clarifying due process and representation language; Senator Eckhardt spoke against it on final passage, arguing it lacked judicial discretion and a clear-and-convincing standard. SB 3073, requiring magistrates to make written findings in certain criminal proceedings, also passed. Later, SB 128, requiring hospitals to report suspected child abuse-related information to HHSC, advanced on a divided vote, and SB 2619 and SB 2972 passed on public school accountability and expressive activities at public colleges, respectively, with Senator Eckhardt opposing SB 2972 as too restrictive on campus protest rights. The chamber also heard extended debate on HB 21, targeting “traveling” housing finance corporations and their use of tax exemptions for apartment projects, with supporters arguing it curbs abuse of the tax code and critics warning about unintended effects on affordable housing; the discussion continued with questions but no final action shown in the excerpt.

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• Chairman, Representative Hernandez, we audit all higher education institutions.
• Education institutions.
• So they get it at 18, so that front loads them to go get their education.
• If they don't get their education... Education, and the money is ever wasted. How do we fix that?
• They do nothing but work on Native issues. We have never had that before.

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• have contributed to the growth and vitality of our community through leadership in public service, education
• And whereas the Arizona Ireland Trade Commission works to promote economic and educational exchanges
• Since then, she has advocated for the country on key issues such as housing, health, childcare, education
• As a native son of Ireland myself, I wish that all of the members of the House of Representatives join
• that actually educates youth on the dangers of smoking and any derivative of nicotine... ...education

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• someone who is no stranger to this place, having spent a lot of time over the last few years here educating
• HB 2895, Native American Language Instruction Certification.
• It's essential for their livelihoods, their families, and their education.
• Education. HB 4044, Public Safety Parity Fund. ATT.
• Education. HB 4044, Public Safety Parity Fund. ATT.

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