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• It's interagency capability there.
• We want to use your knowledge, expertise, and capabilities to address it.
• and then coordinate with the Missouri National Guard, who will say, 'Here's the resources and capabilities
• And they would say, 'Here's what we're capable of doing,' and we may enter an agreement to do that.
• We are uniquely situated as a state, as we now have the home of the geospatial intelligence agency moving

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• preparations on on when all the chips may be down again, we use drones for surveys to try and get intelligence
• The level of intelligence you gain prior to sending it construction throughout is imperative.
• Again, just that level of intelligence that we need to share with our crews to make educated decisions
• And I repeatedly asked why is this a and part of it is that these amazing, intelligent, capable leaders
• And so instead of the separate very strong and capable utilities operating more or less independently

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• So we are functioning at a level that feels like we are far more capable of being able to meet the needs
• both in my role as Dean of the Information School and as co-chair of the university's Artificial Intelligence
• David Baker's research team at the Institute for Protein Design uses AI to predict the shape and capabilities
• the Allen School of Computer Science and Engineering was named the Vice Provost for Artificial Intelligence
• , but really the human is the one who’s intelligent.

Summary: The committee spent much of the meeting hearing presentations on student mental health supports at Central Washington University, Washington State University, the University of Washington, and the State Board of Community and Technical Colleges. CWU described high levels of student distress, loneliness, anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, and basic-needs insecurity, along with a campus-wide holistic well-being model that includes behavioral intervention teams, emergency aid, peer outreach, community partnerships, and a collegiate recovery community. WSU emphasized loneliness, common presenting concerns such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, and relationship distress, and the role of housing and residence life, resident advisors, living-learning communities, and coordinated crisis response in identifying and supporting students. UW highlighted prevention and support programs through LiveWell, including alcohol and other drug consultations, confidential advocacy, suicide intervention, student needs navigation, peer health educators, and peer wellness coaches. The community and technical college system reported persistent access barriers, especially for students ages 18 to 24 and those facing housing or food insecurity, and said the legislature-funded mental health pilot at four colleges expanded counseling access, telehealth, and referral pathways, while broader system efforts focus on awareness, telehealth, basic-needs supports, and workforce training in behavioral health fields. Members asked each panel how they gather student feedback, and the institutions said they use surveys, evaluations, and ongoing outreach to students in services. Questions also focused on substance-use and recovery resources, Greek life outreach, and whether colleges have enough licensed mental health staff versus academic advisors; the community college board said not all colleges have licensed mental health providers on staff, and some rely on community contracts or telehealth. The committee also discussed whether counseling services are increasing because of post-pandemic effects or because students are more willing to seek help, with presenters saying both factors likely play a role. The committee then shifted to artificial intelligence in higher education. Washington State University, the University of Washington, Western Washington University, and the community and technical college system described campus AI task forces, governance structures, and efforts to set policies for students, faculty, and staff. Presenters said institutions are requiring course-level AI use statements, promoting ethical and transparent use, expanding access to approved tools such as Microsoft Copilot, and using AI for teaching, research, advising, and administrative support while guarding privacy, equity, and academic integrity. Members raised concerns about deepfakes, bias, student monitoring, and whether AI should be used to screen applications or evaluate student work; presenters said human review remains essential and that some institutions prohibit AI use in hiring or admissions screening. The final presentation, from OSPI, described the statewide rollout of the School Links high school and beyond plan platform under 2023 legislation, saying it will standardize career and college planning across K-12, provide better data and student guidance, and connect students to postsecondary pathways and employers; OSPI said the rollout is underway but current funding only extends through June 30, 2026.

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• Lab and Assemblymember Petrie-Norris to answer that question with the Fire Integrated Real-Time Intelligence
• We cannot afford to simply sit idle with the capability that currently exists.
• We must continue to innovate, leverage new technologies, and build further capabilities.
• It will not replace crewed aircraft, but can amplify existing capabilities by enhancing response times
• But it's a shame that too often the hydrant system we have doesn't work to its maximum capability.

Summary: The Emergency Management Committee met to adopt its rules and hear a series of disaster- and public safety-related bills. Several measures were placed on consent and approved, including bills sending items to Appropriations, Natural Resources, Judiciary, Labor and Employment, and Environmental Safety and Toxic Materials. AB 262, by Assembly Member Caloza, proposed a California Individual Assistance Act to create a state grant program for disaster-related costs when federal aid is unavailable; supporters cited Rio Dell’s earthquake recovery as an example, while some members raised concerns about eligibility, cost, and whether the bill could aid undocumented residents. The bill passed to Appropriations on a 4-2 vote. AB 549, by Assembly Member Gabriel, would create an interagency coordination framework for major sporting events such as the 2026 World Cup, 2027 Super Bowl, and 2028 Olympics, with supporters emphasizing public safety and anti-trafficking planning. An opposition witness argued the bill could be used to justify prostitution arrests and misuse trafficking funds, but the committee members largely supported the coordination concept, and the bill passed 6-0 to Arts, Entertainment, Sports, and Tourism. AB 270, by Assembly Member Petrie-Norris, would establish a three-year pilot for autonomous aerial firefighting helicopters overseen by the Orange County Fire Authority; supporters described it as a way to extend wildfire response into conditions where crewed aircraft are limited, and the bill passed 6-0 to Privacy and Consumer Protection. Later, AB 367, by Assembly Member Bennett, sought to require Ventura County water districts in high fire-risk areas to top off tanks during red flag warnings, maintain backup generators, and harden critical water infrastructure. Water agencies opposed the bill unless amended, citing cost, flexibility, and liability concerns, while the author argued the requirements were necessary after failures during the Thomas Fire; it passed 6-1 to Utilities and Energy. AB 615, by Assembly Member Davies, required emergency response plans to be submitted with initial applications for battery energy storage and other energy facilities and to be reviewed with local responders; it passed 7-0 to Utilities and Energy. AB 1075, concerning privately contracted firefighters, also passed on consent to Natural Resources. Finally, AB 1143, by Assembly Member Bennett, would create a voluntary statewide home hardening certification program through the State Fire Marshal; supporters called it a best-practices approach to reduce wildfire losses and insurance risk, and it passed to Natural Resources. The committee then completed roll calls for absent members and adjourned after all bills were moved out.

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• We've gone through a mapping phase where we can exchange a, uh, an, an intelligence, an intelligence-driven
• And where capability and meritocracy and work ethic determine who gets jobs, especially if these are
• The third item is concerning the Financial Crimes Intelligence Center or FCIC.
• The last one I want to mention and the LBB mentioned is the Financial Crimes Intelligence Center.
• We've got to have examiners, capable examiners and uh To staff those locations.

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• The use of artificial intelligence systems is rapidly expanding across both public and private sectors
• An outcomes-based approach to the regulation of artificial intelligence offers a framework. ...which
• I've been researching, presenting, and publishing on artificial intelligence for the last eight years
• Texan leadership void on AI by focusing on a human-centric design and deployment of artificial intelligence
• by that specific dealership, as opposed to obtaining their own financing, even if they have the capability

Bills: HB12, HB149, HB12, HB149, SB229, SB1361, SB1749, SB1897, SB2113, SB2566, SB2677, SB1652, SB2327, SB2344, SB2696

Keywords: election law, attorney general, prosecution, criminal offenses, law enforcement, jurisdiction, voter fraud, local prosecuting attorney, public safety, communication, governor approval, interoperability, political subdivision, radio systems, artificial intelligence, regulation, biometric data, ethical AI, consumer protection, AI governance

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• The lab will also have the capability to deliver tele-immersive virtual experiences to healthcare professionals
• UT Dallas researchers are developing portable detectors capable of rapidly quantifying the amount of
• efficiently it will be a state-of-the-art facility that will that will include things like the capability
• As a highlight UTMB was the first in Texas to deploy artificial intelligence as a comprehensive screen
• It's all about data, data sciences, bioinformatics and artificial intelligence. as the only school in

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• I also mentioned, and you've talked about it already, alluded to artificial intelligence.
• Let's leverage that model into the standards for artificial intelligence.
• What are your thoughts on artificial intelligence and the role that the Department of Commerce should
• How would you work to ensure that we have sufficient processing capabilities in this country?
• All right, let's turn to artificial intelligence.

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• We have another area called the Office of Statewide Intelligence under our state statute 943, which is
• Office of Statewide Intelligence is one of my arms that I'd look at to look at their inspectors and crime
• intelligence analysts, and they're responsible for analyzing threats related to cybersecurity, dangerous
• drugs, domestic terrorism, financial and organized crime, and protective intelligence.
• And in your letter, you outline increased intelligence sharing, law enforcement coordination, and other

Summary: The Justice Budget Subcommittee met for an introductory overview of the justice budget and the major agencies within it. Chair Maney explained that the committee would hear broad presentations rather than detailed budget questions, and the first panel included the Department of Juvenile Justice, Department of Corrections, Commission on Offender Review, Department of Law Enforcement, Office of the State Courts Administrator, and the Attorney General’s Office. Each agency described its mission, staffing, budget, and major responsibilities, with repeated emphasis on public safety, rehabilitation, staffing shortages, technology needs, and the importance of mental health services and education in reducing recidivism. Secretary Hall described DJJ’s prevention-to-aftercare continuum, including civil citation, detention, probation, and residential commitment programs, and highlighted reductions in juvenile arrests and commitments. Secretary Dixon said DOC’s biggest issues are staffing, overtime, and inflation, while noting progress in education, reentry, and a low recidivism rate. FDLE Commissioner Glass outlined the agency’s investigative, forensic, intelligence, and protective functions, including work on fentanyl enforcement and crime reporting systems. The State Courts Administrator emphasized the judiciary’s constitutional role, case volume, and challenges in providing interpreters, experts, and technology support. Chief Deputy Attorney General Guard described the office’s litigation, criminal appeals, consumer protection, and opioid recovery work, especially defending state laws and recovering opioid settlement funds. Members then asked questions about prison conditions, immigration enforcement, court filing fees, crime reporting, staffing ratios, and transnational gangs. Agency leaders responded that they were not aware of ICE contracts in some cases, that FDLE works with immigration authorities and detention facilities under existing authority, and that filing fees are a legislative policy decision. The committee also heard from the Justice Administrative Commission, prosecutors, public defenders, guardian ad litem, regional conflict counsel, and capital collateral regional counsel, who focused on indigent representation, dependency and death penalty cases, and persistent staffing and retention problems. No votes were taken, and the meeting concluded after the presentations and questions.

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• Our staff and the Intelligence Center staff have developed an integrated contraband interdiction intelligence
• All of those, though, are capable of causing overdoses.
• All of those, though, capable of causing overdoses. And we have been paying attention to.
• And so building that intelligence.
• Our unit wardens, if they suspect somebody, we continuously run intelligence on them.

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• I've overseen these efforts to collect and disseminate intelligence across the U.S. government.
• DEA did not provide intelligence.
• There was no DEA intelligence that was passed to Colombia.
• Was there ever a determination by DEA that the intelligence leak led to the killing? No, sir.
• Did you directly transfer the intelligence to the Mexican authorities? No, sir, I did not.

Keywords: fentanyl crisis, DEA, drug trafficking, public safety, Judea Serrata, Terrence Cole, judicial security, social media, drug prevention

Summary: The committee meeting centered on the urgent crisis of fentanyl abuse and the government’s response to the drug trafficking epidemic. Key discussions revolved around the nomination of Terrence Cole as the Administrator of the DEA and Judea Serrata as Director of the U.S. Marshals Service. Cole emphasized his commitment to combating the fentanyl crisis, highlighting the rising number of overdose deaths and the necessity of bipartisan efforts to dismantle drug cartels. Members engaged in dialogue on the effectiveness of various strategies and the importance of education aimed at preventing drug-related deaths among youth. Additionally, the challenges of social media in drug trafficking were highlighted, indicating a need for greater accountability in how platforms handle such issues. Senators voiced concerns about the impact of administration policies on judicial security and the resources available for marshals to perform their critical roles.

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• This includes the development and use of artificial intelligence.
• UT Dallas researchers are developing portable detectors capable of rapidly quantifying the amount of
• They can also assess various strains, and nobody else has that capability.
• and Crime Analysis and our Cyber Forensics. and Intelligence Center.
• Our second request would be for UNT's Center for Integrated Intelligent Mobility Systems.

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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• So what does it take to replace these intelligence officers?
• So if you're going to develop a new level of intelligence, perhaps it would be intelligent if we were
• So if you're going to develop a new level of intelligence, perhaps it would be intelligent if we were
• So if you're going to develop a new level of intelligence, perhaps it would be intelligent if we were
• Develop a new level of intelligence, perhaps it would be intelligent if we were to spend 1%, one-half

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Friday, February 7, 2025, 1012, house, all

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• He is highly intelligent, experienced, and his background in business and in manufacturing, I think,
• He is highly intelligent, experienced, and his background in business and in manufacturing, I think,
• He is highly intelligent, experienced, and his background in business and in manufacturing, I think,
• He is highly intelligent, experienced, and his background in business and in manufacturing, I think,

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Summary: The Senate Committee on Economic Development and Tourism heard confirmations for two Hawaii Technology Development Corporation board nominees, Jaclyn Ka and Gregory Oara. Testimony for both was overwhelmingly in support. Supporters for Ka emphasized her Kauaʻi roots, work in workforce development and digital equity, and ability to connect schools, industry, and community needs. In her own remarks, Ka said she wants to bring resources to Kauaʻi and the neighbor islands, strengthen local workforce pathways, and use the HTDC board to help local residents access technology jobs and training. Members questioned Ka about how to reduce reliance on mainland hires for jobs at PMRF and other technology employers, how to better align training with local needs, and how to connect Kauaʻi schools, community college programs, and creative media/digital technology efforts. Ka described KDB’s role in building islandwide digital media and drone clubs, professional development for teachers, and partnerships intended to create a pipeline from school to workforce. She also said the legislature can help mainly by listening and staying informed about local needs. For Oara, supporters highlighted his engineering and semiconductor background, his experience in academia, industry, and startups, and his potential to help HTDC with technology commercialization, IP, and exportable services. Oara said he wants HTDC to better support early-stage companies, improve coordination among universities, government, and the private sector, and create a directory of technical skill sets to connect startups with needed expertise. He also discussed AI, saying Hawaii can contribute by developing smaller, locally relevant models rather than only relying on large-scale data-center infrastructure. The hearing focused on these nominations and testimony; no vote or final committee action was stated in the transcript.

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• , runways capable of supporting large-scale<00:14:54.240> cargo<00:14:54.639> operations,
• And so we feel program capabilities.
• Again, thank you for the opportunity to come out and at least share some of our capabilities that we
• about defense um artificial intelligence about defense um artificial intelligence and<01:19:37.600

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Summary: The task force met on November 4, 2025, approved the prior minutes without objection, and then heard a presentation from Amazon on its Kentucky aviation and logistics operations. Amazon described its statewide footprint, including its Boone County air hub at KCVG, its investment of more than $60 billion in Kentucky since 2010, about 20,000 jobs in the state, and its use of Amazon Air as a middle-mile network supported by third-party carriers. The company also highlighted small-business support, community relief efforts, and workforce development through Career Choice, including partnerships with Kentucky schools and aviation maintenance training. Members asked about Amazon’s most in-demand workforce needs, future operational challenges, and whether autonomous vehicles are used on the KCVG ramp. Amazon said it would follow up on workforce-demand details, identified customer-driven innovation and culture as ongoing challenges, and said autonomous vehicles are in testing but are not part of regular KCVG operations. Amazon also emphasized sustainability efforts, including alternative aviation fuel, and said it wants to work with the legislature to expand AAF production and supply in Kentucky. The task force then heard from Secretary Jeff Noel of the Kentucky Cabinet for Economic Development and Matt Wingate on the state’s aviation economic development strategy. They said aviation and aerospace are central to Kentucky’s logistics and economic-development goals, with aerospace identified as the state’s top export and air cargo as a major strength. They discussed outreach to general aviation airports, support for local grant matching, airport funding projects, workforce and education partnerships, and efforts to market Kentucky at aviation trade shows such as Paris Air Show and MRO America. No formal votes or other actions were taken beyond approving the minutes.

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• Capability gaps and put contingency plans in place if biodection technologies fall short.
• Unfortunately, DHS has faced continuous challenges in acquiring capabilities to replace BioWatch.
• Correa: While DHS has made tremendous efforts to enhance its biodection capabilities, we still have a
• Correa: While DHS has made tremendous efforts to enhance its biodection capabilities, we still have a
• s research and development capabilities from bad actors.

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Monday, March 10, 2025, 1012, house, all

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• Powerful AI capabilities can enable them to convincingly mimic a health professional.
• Without proper safeguards in place, this capability can pose a danger to consumers in both health care
• The physician community refers to artificial intelligence largely as augmented intelligence, because
• we understand that today's AI technologies can enhance human intelligence, but they cannot replace it

Summary: The Assembly Business and Professions Committee held its first regular bill hearing of 2025 and considered a wide range of measures on health care access, professional regulation, animal welfare, and consumer protection. Early in the hearing, the committee adopted its rules and then approved a consent calendar of several bills, including measures by Chen, Caloza, Carrillo, Arreguín, Berman, and Flora. The committee also took up AB 1082, which would allow California nursing students enrolled in out-of-state programs to complete clinical training in California; supporters said it would help address the nursing shortage and keep students closer to home, while opponents warned it could worsen already limited clinical placement capacity and reduce oversight. The bill passed on a do pass recommendation to Appropriations after a quorum was established. The committee then heard and advanced several health-related bills. AB 50, by Assembly Member Bonta, would ease Medi-Cal access to over-the-counter hormonal contraception by removing the need for a prescription for coverage purposes; pharmacists, reproductive health advocates, and medical groups supported the bill, and it passed unanimously to the Committee on Health. AB 489, also by Bonta, would prohibit AI systems from misrepresenting themselves as licensed health professionals; supporters from medical, psychiatric, behavioral health, and other professional groups said the bill would protect patients from misleading chatbot advice, and it passed to Privacy and Consumer Protection. AB 481, by Assembly Member Rubio, would expand the tasks that federally qualified lab personnel can perform under CLIA supervision to help address lab staffing shortages; labor groups raised concerns about training, certification, and supervision, but the bill passed to Appropriations with an amended do pass recommendation. The committee also considered animal welfare and access-to-care measures. AB 631, by Assembly Member Lee, would require animal shelters to post intake and outcome data online; supporters said the reporting would improve policy and resource allocation, while members discussed how the requirement would work for shelters without websites, and the bill passed to Appropriations. AB 867, also by Lee, would prohibit cat declawing except when medically necessary for the animal; animal welfare groups strongly supported the bill, while the veterinary association opposed it as an improper legislative regulation of veterinary surgery, and the bill passed to Appropriations. Finally, AB 1307 would create a pilot program allowing a limited number of qualified dentists trained in Mexico to practice in underserved California areas; supporters framed it as a cost-neutral way to address major dental access gaps, the California Dental Association remained opposed unless amended, and the bill passed to Appropriations. Several members later added their votes on the various items after the hearing, and the committee kept the hearing open briefly to allow additional add-ons.

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• So there were no insurers who were either interested or had the capability to service the HPIA.
• Uh, I believe that HPIA, with board approval, with the current plan administrator, has the capability
• , the knowhow and the will I capability, the knowhow and the will I think<01:15:38.320> to<01:
• That system has the capability for the condo policies.
• That system has the capability for the That system has the capability for the condo<01:17:48.960>

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• Artificial intelligence, I believe, can help.
• There have been capable Democrat nominees and Republican nominees that were never given a chance.
• Doctors, I want to talk a bit about artificial intelligence in health care and technology.
• challenges. intelligence. I am seeing a lot of different demonstrations.
• I agree with your first premise that humans have to be involved, but an internist who's capable with

Keywords: Michael Falkender, Deputy Secretary of the Treasury, IRS, taxpayer privacy, nomination process, committee hearing

Summary: The committee convened to discuss critical issues surrounding the nomination of Michael Falkender for the position of Deputy Secretary of the Treasury. This meeting included a series of remarks from committee members who expressed divergent views on Falkender's qualifications and the implications of his appointment. Senator Wyden voiced strong opposition, arguing that Falkender represents harmful policies expected to be perpetuated under the current administration, especially concerning taxpayer privacy and IRS tactics. Meanwhile, other members defended Falkender, noting his extensive experience, including a commitment to transparency in government operations if confirmed.

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• With the A4 amendment, the bill would prohibit the use of artificial intelligence alone without clinician
• One being physician attestation requirement that artificial intelligence was not used in the process
• an algorithm or artificial intelligence an algorithm or artificial intelligence alone<00:04:34.640
• Chair and members, is that artificial intelligence could be utilized by both providers and payers to
• Companies are capable of doing that now.

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