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• This will be Bubba Luckett's final year coaching high school basketball.
• But thankfully, schools across the country are developing new schools and new tools and new curricula
• But thankfully, schools across the country are developing new schools and new tools and new curricula
• building roads Bridges factories schools building roads Bridges factories schools so<03:48:37.920
• County seats and school boards back home County seats and school boards back home in<07:06:23.840>

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Monday, March 24, 2025, 1012, house, all

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• The proposal in Senate File 1710 supports that priority and puts us back on that map.
• The proposal in Senate File 1710 supports that priority and puts us back on that map.
• The proposal in Senate File 1710 supports that priority and puts us back on that map.
• The proposal in Senate File 1710 supports that priority and puts us back on that map.
• <00:54:01.840> is<00:54:02.040> to One of our top priorities is to One of our top priorities

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• I put myself<00:17:46.160> through<00:17:46.400> law<00:17:46.720> school<00:17:
• 46.960> doing<00:17:47.200> real myself through law school doing real myself through law
• school doing real estate<00:17:47.679> appraisals<00:17:48.720> and<00:17:49.280> uh
• order of restitution shall have priority order of restitution shall have priority over<00:58:00.640
• priority in this case. priority in this case.

Keywords: 1136, house, all

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• So, for example, some of the positions are associated with Senate Bill Priorities.
• If you've got hard-to-fill positions that are still vacant and you have a higher priority position that
• And while the General Fund was the highest priority given overall budget resiliency, we looked at all
• In that particular issue, tons of elementary schools in the area, this is not a rural community.
• That are impacted depend on which organization those vacancies were removed and the priorities within

Keywords: 987, senate, all

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• day during the school year.
• See, the Shikolemi School District has a $16 million adequacy gap, representing nearly 35% of that school
• It keeps our promise to our school districts and to the Shikolemi School District.
• It keeps our promise to our school districts and to the Shikolimi School District, to that woman I met
• A school district I've never been to, I didn't know existed. to that school district.

Summary: The House met in extended session with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, quorum call, and a series of journal, committee, and Senate bill reports. Members also received several referrals and Senate messages, and the Speaker signed multiple bills already prepared for the Governor. The chamber then took up a long slate of measures, largely budget-related and conference/concurrence items, with repeated roll-call votes and several brief floor remarks for and against the bills. Among the major actions, the House passed or concurred in a number of Senate bills addressing fiscal code and budget implementation, abusive towing practices, telemarketing robocalls and caller ID spoofing, prostitution penalty changes, veteran notification procedures, the cosmetology licensure compact, solar decommissioning, Korean War Veterans Armistice Day, E85 flex fuel definitions, local road transfers, civil penalties for unlicensed commercial driving schools, and trailer sales. The House also adopted House Resolution 580 designating July 18, 2026, as Piping Plover Day. Most of these measures passed overwhelmingly, many by unanimous or near-unanimous votes. The most significant debate centered on House Bill 2400, the General Appropriations budget for fiscal year 2026-2027, and House Bill 1505, the education-related budget implementation bill. Supporters described the budget as a bipartisan compromise that funds adequacy and tax equity for schools, public safety, mental health, roads and bridges, veterans, seniors, and workforce programs while avoiding broad-based tax increases. Opponents argued the budget used accounting maneuvers, deferred spending, and was structurally unbalanced. After extended debate, the House concurred in the Senate amendments to HB 2400 by a 167-35 vote and to HB 1505 by a 172-30 vote. The House also considered House Bill 2559, which included Commonwealth property conveyances and a controversial provision affecting Penn State branch campus properties. A motion to recommit the bill failed, and the House ultimately concurred in the Senate amendments by a 105-97 vote after members debated property rights, labor effects, and the future use of the campuses. The session concluded with the Senate later concurring in several House amendments, the Speaker signing the final bills, and the House adjourning until September 9, 2026, unless recalled sooner.

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• But in pathway one, you just have to graduate from school.
• One, you just have to graduate from school.
• I have family members who have gone to medical school in Mexico.
• I have family members who have gone to medical school in Mexico.
• I missed opportunities in school, in grade school, of being able to participate in sports due to the

Bills: HB2176, HB2333, HB2435, HB2447, HB2617, HB2683, HB2686, HB2725, HB2726, HB2906, HB2953, HB2958

Keywords: health care, licensure, complaints, investigation, safety, patient care, regulatory compliance, prosthetics, orthotics, health insurance, Medicare, medical necessity, disability rights, coverage, reimbursement, internationally trained physicians, medical board, clinical training, provisional license, healthcare workforce

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• provides school meals to every student free of charge, and SNAP.
• But they can't opt out of school. They can't opt out of these services.
• It's an alternative school in the Gadsden Independent School District.
• We've made that a very high priority.
• or to go to school.

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• That was something that was taught in med school for 100 years.
• And the only thing they do is whatever they're told in medical schools.
• That should be priority number one.
• They stated that it pre-consented school d- school vaccination clinics, that they would get the youth
• I don't know how many schools they have, but it's a bunch, okay?

Bills: HB5, HJR3, HB155, HB513, HB5, HB155

Keywords: dementia, research, health care, Texas Institute, grants, medical breakthroughs, oversight, prevention, funding, healthcare, Texas, autopsy, confidentiality, public records, medical examiner, law enforcement, HB 513, surgical smoke, surgical plume, smoke evacuation

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• building—the middle school, elementary school, high school.
• school building a the middle school school building a the middle school elementary<00:48:51.599>
• > they elementary school high school are they elementary school high school are they cost<00:48
• just want to understand, given that charter schools are public schools, right?
• it a public school.

Keywords: 1189, house, all

Summary: The subcommittee opened its first meeting on retained education funding bills, focusing on HB 366, which concerns school building aid for eligible projects, and HB 295, which would make school building aid program funds non-lapsing. The chair framed the discussion broadly around whether school building aid should remain a state program, how to address limited revenues, and whether the current system should continue to prioritize debt service and the existing formula or move toward a different model such as per-pupil allocations, a dedicated fund, or a split between new construction and renovation. He also raised questions about whether leasing should be included and how to manage any new fund under current law and the school building authority structure. Representatives and department staff discussed the current backlog of applications, the age and condition of school facilities, and the possibility that large projects can consume available funding for a year while other districts go unsupported. Tim Carney of the Bureau of School Facilities introduced himself and provided technical context on the program and current debt levels. Representative Luneau argued that under the ConVal decision, the state’s responsibility includes school buildings, construction, and renovation, and that the program also serves an equity function by helping districts with less property wealth. He noted that construction and renovation have long been recognized categories and asked about leasing, which staff said is already supported in statute for charter schools and possibly CTE, with a cap of 30% of annual lease cost or $50,000. The discussion also covered CTE facilities: staff explained that capital funding for CTE centers is state-funded, that federal Carl Perkins funds cannot be used for construction, and that the current rotational capital model means only a few centers are funded each year, which may not match changing program needs. A committee studying CTE capital needs was referenced, along with concerns that the report from that work had not yet been received. Representative Papich urged the subcommittee to focus on policy, principles, and structure rather than just numbers, saying the current system produces a few winners and many districts that never receive aid. He favored a simpler, more equitable per-capita or formula-based approach, while acknowledging the need for a transition plan for projects already in the pipeline. The chair later cautioned against mixing maintenance and operations with construction and renovation, noting that operation and maintenance are already part of the adequacy formula and should not be confused with capital funding. No votes were taken during the meeting; the discussion was exploratory, with members and staff laying out competing approaches and identifying issues for further work.

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• school board members, elected school school board members, elected school board<01:09:36.880>
• Are school resources being directed in the right areas that are necessitating the highest priority needs
• Um, we can deal with it that way. through 12 schools and school district. through 12 schools and school
• local public school district or school. local public school district or school.
• Uh, this bill modifies the priority of applications for school building aid grants. >> Rep.

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• tactic has been used repeatedly in previous sessions by changing tax figures across 87 counties, 329 school
• a more positive outcome than living in a VA home. by changing tax figures across 87 counties, 329 school
• Priority in grant funding is given to veterans with service-connected disability.
• We're bringing partners together around shared priorities, improving data and accountability, and expanding
• We're bringing partners together around shared priorities, improving data and accountability and expanding

Bills: HF3727, HF3684, HF3467

Keywords: veterans property tax, homestead exclusion, disabled veteran, totally and permanently disabled, service-connected disability, property tax relief, market value exclusion, surviving spouse, family caregiver, county veterans service officer, Minnesota property tax, assessment year 2027, homestead tax benefit, veterans tax exemption, DD214, VA disability rating, veterans, veterans affairs, Department of Veterans Affairs, grant standards

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• It really checks off a bunch of important priorities of affordable housing, open space, accessibility
• Members, the priorities would be: Number one, the regional ponding, which took care of the streets last
• So those would be the priorities if the full amount was granted. Thank you.
• There are two schools, three churches, 13 small businesses, and more... residential properties, a Hennepin
• playground that draws more than 200 regional visitors each day in warmer weather, and Richfield High School

Bills: HF474, HF218, HF210, HF441, HF691, HF720, HF1068, HF1314, HF1465, HF1860, HF2046, HF1389, HF2404, HF2854, HF2985, HF3128, HF3103, HF778, HF3125

Keywords: HF474, Hubert H. Humphrey, Henry Mower Rice, Statuary Hall, United States Capitol, statue replacement, capital investment, general fund appropriation, Minnesota State Capitol, Minnesota State Historical Society, public art, commemorative statue, National Statuary Hall Collection, commissioner of administration, cultural heritage, monument, Washington D.C., HF218, Minnesota, Department of Public Safety

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• I don't believe that there is less of a demand compared to the drought relief four years ago. ...school
• I hope that, because these priorities are important, I don't dispute that for the city of Minneapolis
• It does not include hospitals, schools, businesses, or any of those.
• Just to remind everyone, the priority issues here are...
• , and water quality requirements. how the water would be used relative to Minnesota's water use priorities

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• Johns County, we're number one in schools.
• And I kept coming back to a particular day in high school. I was a junior in high school.
• and the faith followings of that school.
• This was a priority for them.
• This was a priority for them.

Summary: The House opened with prayer, a moment of silence for former member Chester Clem, the Pledge of Allegiance, and quorum confirmation. Members then adopted the special order report for the day and approved a Rules and Ethics Committee report amending House Rule 15.3 to allow fundraising under certain circumstances during extended or special sessions. The chamber then took up several bills. HB 1405 on a statewide project for missing persons with special needs passed unanimously. CS/CS/CS/SB 290, the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services bill, passed 94-10 after debate focused on conservation land surplus procedures and agricultural use of state lands. CS/CS/CS/HB 905, the “Fire Act” on foreign influence, foreign gifts, critical infrastructure, sister city agreements, and related restrictions, passed 80-20 after the House adopted an amendment adding a prohibition on certain surrogacy contracts involving citizens or residents of foreign countries of concern. CS/CS/HB 1197, dealing with information technology procurement and contracting, passed 109-0. HB 1103 on local administration of vessel restrictions passed unanimously. The House also debated CS/CS/CS/HB 399 on land use and development regulations. Supporters said it would limit development fees, standardize compatibility rules, allow manufactured homes in RV parks, and lower voting thresholds for comprehensive plan changes to address housing affordability; opponents argued it would preempt local control, weaken voter-approved urban boundary protections, and risk conservation lands. An amendment to preserve Orange County’s boundary rules failed, while a technical amendment on manufactured homes passed. The bill then passed 71-38. The House also passed several local bills, including measures for the Pace Fire Rescue District, Avalon Beach/Mulat Fire Protection District, East Point Water and Sewer District, Fellsmere Water Control District, and Headwaters Water Control District, with votes ranging from 83-27 to unanimous approval. The transcript also included farewell remarks from Representative Angie Nixon before the House returned to remaining business.

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• It also puts the workplace health and safety..." production is priority over humans. production is priority
• The sponsor did bring up a really good point in terms of energy because, like schools for instance, schools
• The sponsor did bring up a really good point in terms of energy because, like schools for instance, schools
• The sponsor did bring up a really good point in terms of energy because, like schools for instance, schools
• The sponsor did bring up a really good point in terms of energy because, like schools for instance, schools

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• school.
• school.
• school administrative staff or um school school administrative staff or um school board<00:32:35.200
• We're asking the legislature to put a higher priority on fully funding our public schools and supporting
• We're asking the legislature to put a higher priority on fully funding our public schools and supporting

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• we have been in the month of August and going into September promoting a awareness campaign around school
• meeting which was promoting uh a awareness campaign around promoting uh a awareness campaign around school
• :22.560> to<00:02:22.800> help<00:02:23.040> reduce<00:02:23.520> the school
• attendance to help reduce the school attendance to help reduce the number<00:02:24.160> of<00
• And that's really, to me, the top priority. We're making it with the females.

Keywords: Meeting Start: 00:00:03 Roll Call: 00:00:09 Agency Updates: 00:01:44 Juvenile Justice Advisory Board Update: 00:03:36 Department of Juvenile Justice Update: 00:23:10, 958, all

Summary: The Juvenile Justice Oversight Council approved the minutes from its November 8, 2024 meeting and welcomed new member Representative Nick Wilson. The council also heard an update from the Administrative Office of the Courts on a school attendance awareness campaign aimed at reducing truancy referrals to court, and a member requested a future, more detailed presentation on truancy trends. The council then received an update from the Juvenile Justice Advisory Board from Dr. David Frink and Elsie Berger. They described the board’s membership, meeting schedule, public access, annual report and three-year plan, and its role in helping Kentucky remain compliant with federal juvenile justice requirements so the state can receive Title II funding. They said the board reviews grant applications for community-based services, substance use, and early intervention programs, with about $584,000 in federal funds this year and a little over $600,000 expected next year. Members asked about participation, board vacancies, and how to engage with the board, and the presenters emphasized the importance of statewide representation and community input. The Department of Juvenile Justice then provided a broader update through Commissioner Randy White and Deputy Secretary Mona Wamik. White said DJJ is under an ongoing U.S. Department of Justice investigation focused on conditions in detention facilities, including use of force, isolation, abuse, mental health care, and special education, and said the department has cooperated with repeated information requests and site visits. He also reviewed recent legislative and administrative changes, including 2023 Senate Bill 162, regional detention planning, facility segregation requirements, staffing and salary investments, improved staffing levels, reduced mental health vacancies, and training efforts related to security threat groups. He said DJJ has made progress but continues to work on staffing, safety, and facility improvements.

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• campuses or school services.
• We will continue to work with school districts and schools to help implement and ensure that all schools
• Our first and biggest priority is to help an entire school district make sure that their policy is up
• school environments.
• Oh, thank you for the 24-7 school policy at Las Cruces public schools.

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• I spent the last year researching the kids of 12 school facilities, which is a huge problem.
• I think we know that having a high school degree is helpful in life. That's why I sort of focus.
• I think we know that having a high school degree is helpful in forms.
• And when I think of issues like the school-to-jail, the school-to-prison pipeline—something that I, you
• Some of these kids are high school, high school level of high school; they're in high school.

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The commission on correctional consolidation and collaboration heard testimony focused on how Massachusetts uses custody levels, staffing, programming, and medical release tools, with Prisoners’ Legal Services arguing that the system is overusing expensive high-security settings and underusing step-down options. Dave Rainey said the incarcerated population has dropped substantially over the last several years, but spending and staffing have not fallen in proportion. He argued that DOC overclassifies people into medium and maximum security, relies too heavily on behavioral assessment units that function like segregation, and keeps people in restrictive settings such as Souza-Baranowski and Shattuck Hospital longer than necessary. He also said medical parole is underused and that many people with serious chronic illness or advanced age pose little public-safety risk and should be released through existing legal pathways. Sheriffs and other commission members pushed back on some of those points, emphasizing that staffing needs are driven by the acuity of the current population, that corrections is not overstaffed, and that classification decisions involve serious public-safety judgments. They also stressed that some high-cost medical placements are necessary because people remain under sentence and require care, and that furloughs and other release tools can create security risks if contraband or substance use is involved. The discussion also covered the role of county sheriffs versus DOC in reentry, with several members saying county systems tend to do more day-to-day step-down and release planning, while DOC has more difficulty moving people through lower-security settings before release. Ben Foreman of MassINC offered a more systemwide, data-focused perspective, praising the state’s transparency and arguing that Massachusetts has made major progress in reducing incarceration and increasing public safety. He said the state still has an opportunity to improve by right-sizing facilities, investing in community-based mental health treatment, and using the commission to better understand the capital and operating costs of the current system. In response to questions, he said he was aware of DOC studies on programs like furlough but had not reviewed recent ones, and he noted that total-control facilities like Souza-Baranowski have long been criticized in the research literature for poor outcomes. Nora Wassel of the Women and Incarceration Project then testified that the commission should issue an interim report and scrutinize the planned new women’s prison, which she said is not justified by current population trends or available data. She argued that women are overclassified under DOC’s own tools, that reentry beds and minimum-security placements are underused, and that the system may be failing to account for women’s distinct medical and reentry needs. The meeting ended with continued discussion of reentry, furloughs, day reporting, and whether consolidation should mean fewer facilities, better step-down pathways, or both.

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• The increase in charter schools, private schools, homeschooling, opportunities arising everywhere...
• systems in Arlington and schools across the state.
• What school can I build?
• And if it's elementary school children that are coming in, you've got time to get them to that high school
• I think I was in grad school.

Keywords: 1184, house, all

Summary: The committee met to monitor implementation of several housing-related bills from the 89th session, with the chair emphasizing Texas’s housing shortage and the need to review land-use laws. For House Bill 24, witnesses from the Texas Public Policy Foundation, Reason Foundation, a church-affordable housing project, Habitat for Humanity, developers, and housing advocates said the bill’s higher protest threshold and simpler council override had reduced procedural barriers to rezoning, helped projects move forward, and supported lower rents and more multifamily development. Public testimony largely praised HB 24 as working as intended, and the chair noted it had passed the committee 6-1, the House 83-56, and the Senate unanimously. The committee then heard testimony on Senate Bill 1567, which preempted certain municipal occupancy limits based on unrelated-adult restrictions. Supporters, including Texas Public Policy Foundation, Texas Realtors, Texans for Housing, and Texas A&M student leaders, said the law improved clarity, reduced arbitrary local limits, and helped students and property owners use existing housing more efficiently. Opponents from College Station and Bryan-College Station neighborhood groups argued the law has encouraged investor purchases, tear-downs, and “stealth dorms,” displaced working-class residents, and harmed family homeownership. The chair noted SB 1567 had passed the committee 5-1, the House 101-19, and the Senate 30-1. The committee also reviewed Senate Bill 15, which reduced minimum lot sizes in covered jurisdictions. Ed Pinto of AEI said the law had already led to thousands of new small lots and lower-cost starter homes, while recommending expansion to more counties and broader application to attached housing. Other witnesses from builders, Pew, and housing advocates said smaller lots can increase affordability, but some cities, such as College Station and Grand Prairie, were adding local standards that could blunt the bill’s effect. City representatives from El Paso described how they implemented the law by reducing lot sizes and widths, while urging broader applicability to more of the city. The chair said SB 15 had passed the committee 7-0, the House 86-43, and the Senate 24-7. Finally, the committee began hearing testimony on Senate Bill 840, a by-right multifamily redevelopment measure. City officials from Garland and Plano described how they had updated local standards to comply while preserving design and setback rules, and said the bill could help redevelop built-out commercial corridors and add housing without expanding city footprints. The transcript ended as the committee continued taking testimony on SB 840.