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• Is there anyone else you'd like to register in opposition position?
• Is there anyone else hoping to register an opposed position? Okay.
• Nor does it prohibit an ICE agent from becoming a California peace officer.
• Any other positions to register on the bill?
• Anyone else hoping to register any other position on the bill? No? All right.

Summary: The committee heard several public safety bills and took testimony on each, with members often noting amendments and continuing negotiations. SB 1009 by Senator Becker would require juvenile courts to find that less restrictive alternatives are unsuitable before ordering detention, and would require periodic review of continued detention and consideration of alternatives at disposition. Supporters argued it would reduce unnecessary youth detention and improve transparency; probation, judges, and police groups opposed it as an undue limit on judicial discretion and potentially unsafe in serious cases. The chair said he would recommend an aye with amendments, but the bill was held pending quorum and later remained on call. SB 1130 by Senator Gomez Reyes would update privacy law for wearable recording devices such as smart glasses, requiring consent before recording in places where people have a reasonable expectation of privacy and banning devices or accessories designed to defeat recording indicators. Supporters said the bill addresses secret recording and invasive surveillance; opponents from tech and hospitality groups sought clarification to avoid unintended liability for businesses and exempt workplace communication devices. Members discussed those exemptions, and the chair recommended an aye, but the measure also remained on call. Senator Blake Spear presented SB 99, which would let courts consider military protective orders in domestic violence proceedings and require better communication between civilian law enforcement and military authorities. Supporters from the Department of Defense, local officials, and military representatives said it would close protection gaps for military families; the ACLU opposed it on due process grounds because MPOs are issued without judicial process. The chair and author emphasized that the bill only allows consideration of MPOs and does not require civilian enforcement of them. The bill passed out on a vote, though it remained on call for additional members. The committee also heard SB 937 by Senator Gonzalez, restricting flashbang use for crowd control and banning flashbangs and explosive breaching charges in immigration enforcement, and SB 1022, creating a statewide anti-trafficking task force. SB 937 drew support from civil rights and community groups and opposition from police and sheriffs over the use-of-force standard and limits on tactics; it passed out on a vote but remained on call. SB 1022 was supported by survivor and faith groups and opposed by public defenders and sex worker advocates who raised concerns about racial disparities and enforcement harms; it also passed out on a vote. Later, SB 1395, extending criminal protective orders for certain felony sex offenses against minors up to 20 years, and SB 1230, increasing penalties for repeat illegal dumping, were both heard with mixed testimony and were held on call after committee votes. The committee also adopted a consent calendar and several bills were moved forward with amendments.

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• The strike-all changes the term being used from foreign principal to agent of a country of concern.
• to register with the Division of Elections.
• Strike-all changes the term being used from foreign principle to agent of a country of concern.
• The original in the strike-all both require agents in foreign-supported political organizations to register
• a principal or an agent related to a foreign country of concern.

Summary: The Committee on Ethics and Elections met with a quorum present and Senator Polsky excused. The committee first heard Senate Bill 1416 by Senator DeSigley, which would move municipal elections to coincide with the general election and extend incumbent terms until the new election schedule takes effect. Members asked about runoff elections, with the sponsor saying runoffs would likely shift to the August primary and that he was open to further discussion, including possibly eliminating runoffs. The bill drew support from a senator citing potential taxpayer savings, while the Florida League of Cities and Florida Association of Counties were noted as opposed. SB 1416 was reported favorably. The committee then considered Senate Bill 766 by Senator Burgess, as amended by a strike-all that refocused the bill on agents of “countries of concern” and narrowed disclosure requirements. The sponsor said the measure was intended to increase transparency around foreign-backed political activity and align with federal Foreign Agents Registration Act concepts. The amendment was adopted, and the bill as amended was reported favorably. Members next heard the reappointment of Mike LaRosa to the Public Service Commission. LaRosa described the PSC’s role regulating investor-owned utilities and emphasized transparency, consumer protection, workforce development, and adapting to new energy technologies such as small modular reactors. Senators questioned him closely about recent Florida Supreme Court criticism of PSC orders as insufficiently reasoned and overly reliant on utility assertions. LaRosa acknowledged the criticism, said PSC procedures and orders had become more detailed, and committed to continued improvement. Despite concerns, his nomination was advanced favorably to the full Senate. The committee then approved a block of nominations in tabs 4 through 27 without objection and without separate hearings. At the end of the meeting, Senator Grall asked to be recorded as voting in the affirmative on SB 1416 and SB 766, and the committee rose.

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• The strike-all changes the term from foreign principal to agent of a country of concern.
• The original and the strike-all both require agents in foreign-supported political organizations to register
• Strike-all changes the term being used from foreign principle to agent of a country of concern.
• The original in the strike-all both require agents in foreign-supported political organizations to register
• a principal or an agent related to a foreign country of concern.

Summary: The Committee on Ethics and Elections met with a quorum present and first considered SB 1416, which would move municipal elections to coincide with the general election and extend incumbent terms until the new schedule takes effect. Senators discussed whether the bill would affect runoff elections, with the sponsor explaining that runoff timing would shift to the August primary/general election framework. The Florida League of Cities and Florida Association of Counties were noted as opposed, while members cited potential taxpayer savings and the bill was reported favorably. The committee then took up SB 766, as amended by strike-all, which would require agents of certain “countries of concern” to register with the Division of Elections when engaging in political activity. The amendment narrowed the bill’s focus and aligned terminology with existing state law. After no opposition or debate on the amendment, the committee adopted it and then reported the bill favorably. Members next heard the reappointment of Mike LaRosa to the Public Service Commission. Questioning focused heavily on PSC transparency, the sufficiency of commission orders, Supreme Court criticism of PSC decisions, storm protection plans, utility rate cases, and how the commission evaluates evidence and consumer impacts. LaRosa said the commission had changed its procedures to produce more detailed orders and more robust discussion, and he described ongoing work on rate cases, public engagement, and emerging energy issues such as small modular reactors. Despite concerns raised, the nomination was reported favorably to the full Senate. The committee then approved a block of additional appointments in tabs 4 through 27, also reporting them favorably.

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• Do not register until you hear the bell. The House will now proceed to register.
• Have you all registered? The Clerk will record the attendance. Have you all registered?
• The claim that federal agents have absolute immunity from accountability, even when civil rights are
• ICE agents continue... Arizona.
• Despite having ID, ICE agents continue to show a complete disregard for the rule of law and absolutely

Keywords: 1182, all

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• <00:28:59.000> Cottage just shy of 700 50 registered Cottage just shy of 700 50 registered
• to get from the state we register to get from the state we register with<00:40:24.200> go
• <00:40:28.359> with sorry you're fine um we register with sorry you're fine um we register
• <00:40:39.800> no provide in order to get registered no provide in order to get registered
• it's my understanding both registered it's my understanding both registered and<00:40:41.599>

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• ARE SAYING IS THIS BILL AS CURRENTLY WRITTEN DOES NOT EXPAND THE AUTHORITY OF ANY LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENT
• DOING STREET-LEVEL 280 7G WORK WHICH INCLUDES GOING INTO OUR PUBLIC SCHOOLS AND CHURCHES WITH ICE AGENTS
• BECAUSE YOU WILL THEN BECOME BY EXTENSION AND AGENT UNDER THE AUTHORITY OF THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT WHO
• IS OPENING THEMSELVES UP TO TORT ACTIONS, ARE YOU NOW AS AN AGENT OF THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT OPENING
• SOME PEOPLE ARE TELLING YOU YOU ARE FINE BUT IN THAT PARTICULAR CASE I THINK SOMEBODY REGISTERING TO

Keywords: 999, senate, all

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• Are there any individuals in support or opposition who want to register on the mic?
• They act as agents of the insurers.
• They act as agents of the insurers.
• Any other individuals or organizations wishing to register opposition to the bill?
• Are there any individuals or organizations wishing to register support in this bill?

Keywords: 987, senate, all

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• 07:48.639> and Agents must present identification and Agents must present identification and the
• I say that not to assume intention of agents, but seeing so many armed agents throughout the community
• Metro Surge, where 3,000 federal agents Metro Surge, where 3,000 federal agents were<00:47:17.520
• agents and DHS agents that prevents ICE agents and DHS agents from<01:05:17.200> entering<01:05
• Minnetonka, every single day, ICE agents Minnetonka, every single day, ICE agents are<01:13:36.960

Bills: HF3435, HF3409

Keywords: school access, school site, school district, charter school, federal agents, DHS, Department of Homeland Security, ICE, Immigration and Customs Enforcement, CBP, Customs and Border Protection, USCIS, immigration enforcement, judicial warrant, student privacy, school safety, sanctuary schools, warrant requirement, federal warrant, school grounds

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• May I register an I vote on Senate Bill 158?
• members opportunity to register votes. members opportunity to register votes.
• to register votes? to register votes?
• May I register an I vote on >> Uh yes, sir.
• >> Any other members need to register >> Any other members need to register votes?

Keywords: Meeting Start 00:00 Call to Order and Roll Call 00:16 Discussion SB 158 01:12 Vote SB 158 04:06 Discussion HB 794 05:20 Vote HB 794 08:20 Discussion SB 183 09:44 Vote SB 183 17:46, 958, all

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• Okay, Brent, I have you here registered twice.
• Are you registered as well, sir? You're not?
• Okay, so let me get you both registered.
• Okay, Breonna Blake, registered on behalf of herself, registered against the bill. Yes.
• I'm an independent insurance agent here in Texas.

Bills: HB4806

Keywords: civil action, damages, health care services, noneconomic damages, negligence, legal standards, 1184, house, all

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• Why hasn't the CCC made one available for its registered agents?
• Excessive agent fees: annual agent registrations are $115 for recreational agents but cost $500 every
• I'm just registering my support for the agent registration card legislation, H-148, S-80, H-171, and
• I'm just registering my support for the agent registration card legislation, H-148, S-80, H-171, and
• I have two agents.

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The Joint Committee on Cannabis Policy held its first hearing of the 194th session to take public testimony on 21 cannabis-related bills. Chairs Donahue and Gómez outlined hearing procedures and noted that written testimony would also be accepted. Much of the hearing focused on the Cannabis Control Commission (CCC), with Senator Mike Moore urging support for S. 90 to create an inspector general unit within the CCC. He argued the commission has suffered from dysfunction, workplace harassment allegations, delayed governance reforms, missed fee collections, and high legal costs, and said stronger legislative oversight is needed. Committee members largely agreed the CCC needs reform, though some expressed hope that new leadership would improve operations. A major theme was market structure and business viability. Representative Tyler testified for H. 183 to raise adult-use purchase limits from one ounce to two ounces, saying the change would reduce confusion and help retailers compete with neighboring states. Senator Payano supported S. 100, which would require a study of cannabis supply and demand to guide cultivation licensing, warning that oversupply is driving down prices and threatening cultivators. The Massachusetts Cannabis Coalition, represented by Ryan Dominguez, backed a package of bills aimed at increasing revenue, reducing regulatory burdens, attracting investment, and stabilizing the market, including higher purchase limits, simpler badge and testing rules, and a phased increase in the retail license cap. Attorneys Kevin Conroy and Mike Ross also supported raising the cap, arguing that the industry lacks capital and that more investment and exit opportunities are needed for provisional and distressed licensees. The most contentious issue was whether to raise the retail license cap from three to six. Supporters, including several business owners and industry advocates such as Peyton Shubrick, Tito Jackson, Armani White, Sean Burt, and others, said the current cap traps owners in declining businesses, prevents exits, and limits access to capital. They argued that many social equity and economic empowerment operators are struggling, that oversupply has pushed prices down, and that allowing more ownership could help businesses scale or sell. Opponents, including Senator Liz Miranda and several social equity operators, warned that lifting the cap now would let larger operators and multi-state companies dominate the market and harm equity-owned businesses. Miranda’s S. 88 would instead strengthen enforcement of ownership limits through audits, whistleblower protections, an anonymous tip line, and greater transparency. Another major topic was worker and consumer safety: Laura Bruno, Danny Carson, Al Vega, and others supported H. 194 after the death of Lorna McMurray, arguing for a CCC workplace and consumer safety department, better ventilation and PPE standards, stronger testing oversight, and retaliation protections for workers. The hearing ended without votes, with members thanking testifiers and indicating the committee would continue reviewing the bills.

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• agents, procurement agents that business agents, procurement agents that are<00:27:04.799> um
• register to your bill. register to your bill.
• the general register. the general register.
• . register. register.
• . register. register.

Bills: HF3698, HF4243, HF4239, HF4241, HF4242, HF4240

Keywords: libraries, electronic books, digital audiobooks, licensing agreements, public access, campaign finance, elections, political contributions, disclosure, reporting thresholds, economic interest statements, financial disclosure, ethics, public officials, local officials, metropolitan governmental unit, metropolitan area, candidate filings, principal campaign committee, political committee

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• And we'll register all of that in the record.
• Do we have any registered opposition? All right. All right.
• Do we have any registered opposition? Okay. Thank you. We have any registered opposition? Okay.
• A couple of the agents had vests that just said ‘police.’
• At the end of the hours-long occupation, the agents left.

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• A reporter-registered lobbyist for April 9, 2026, will be found in today's journal.
• General, county attorneys, utilities, law enforcement officers, courts, attorneys, deputies, and agents
• government, or an individual associated with such a government. ...or a foreign adversary agreement or agent
• Nebraska Brand Committee, fees for brand renewal, physical and electronic inspection, mileage, and registered
• from brand inspection requirements; changes requirements for proof of ownership; and provides for registered

Bills: LB764, LB815A, LB839, LB888, LB955, LB972A, LB1029, LB1087, LB1091, LB1126A, LB1181A, LB1237A, LB1261A, LB304A, LB762, LB889, LB929, LB966, LB1022, LB1187, LR508

Keywords: law enforcement, correctional services, Department of Correctional Services, corrections officers, state prison employees, peace officer, certification, police standards, training academy, Nebraska Commission on Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice, Nebraska Police Standards Advisory Council, criminal justice, correctional staff, conditional officer, law enforcement authority, public safety, LB815A, LB815, appropriation, appropriations bill

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• If you have registered to testify and have not been invited, you will not be called.
• It's manned by five special agents, one lieutenant, an admin assistant, and an analyst.
• Overbeck, we have you registered as Tulsi Overbeck.
• Paylor, have you registered as Ryan Paylor? **Ryan Paylor**: Yes, sir. **Chair**: Okay.
• or a cracking agent.

Keywords: 1184, house, all

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• We show you registered as Annette Donker on behalf of yourself and registered to testify for the bill
• We show you registered as Martin Renteria on behalf of your city and registered to testify for the resolution
• We show you registered as Ann Baddour on behalf of Texas Appleseed and registered to testify against
• We show you registered as Pam Slate on behalf of yourself and show you are registered to testify for
• We show you registered as Noah Hinojosa on behalf of Strada Hinojosa and show you registered to testify

Bills: HB1342, HB2889, HB3002, HB3254, HB4820, HJR40, HJR40

Keywords: private activity bonds, housing, residential rental projects, low-income, affordable housing, bond measures, funding equality, political subdivisions, public communications, election fairness, debt collection, consumer rights, disclosures, Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, settlement agreements, State Board of Education, group benefits program, health insurance, state employees, dependents eligibility

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• Registered the opposition officially in the portal prior to today's hearing.
• We registered our position after the deadline, but we are in support. Thank you. Mr.
• One agent... Agents were released, referring to the shooting of Merrimar Martinez.
• There have been clear indications that ICE agents have engaged in serious misconduct.
• We've all seen the... ...agents have engaged in serious misconduct.

Keywords: 987, senate, all

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• Witnesses have registered to accommodate all who wish to testify.
• You're registered for the bill, is that correct? That's correct.
• As we show you registered neutral for HB3863, correct?
• Okay, we show miscellaneous registered against as before.
• There are no witnesses registered to testify.

Bills: HB345, HB721, HB2580, SB815, HB3057, HB4603, HB3233, SB495, HB3863, HB3914, HB4570, HB5099, HB5173, SB458

Keywords: insurance, appraisal process, disputed losses, residential property, policyholder rights, insurer obligations, natural disasters, appraisal expenses, umpire selection, policyholder, insurer, umpire, claims management, health care, cost disclosure, benefit plan, administrators, traumatic brain injury, health benefit plans, insurance coverage

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• And yes, agents do need these documents.
• So, the documents should be made available to the agent if the owner's allowing that agent to represent
• Those registered to have that access.
• if the owner's allowing to the agent if the owner's allowing that<00:28:54.720> agent<00:28:55.200
• that agent to represent their property. that agent to represent their property.

Keywords: 910, house, all

Summary: The Committee on Consumer Protection and Commerce heard testimony on several measures. SB 1402, relating to vessels in state commercial harbors, drew opposition from Captain Andy Sailing Incorporated, and later the committee agreed to amend the bill to exempt tour boat operators before passing it. SB 1411, relating to Medicaid third-party liability, received strong support from the Department of Human Services, which asked that the effective date be restored to upon approval. SB 1438, relating to home care agencies, was supported by the Department of Health and one individual testifier, with the department arguing that unlicensed personnel performing skilled nursing services puts kupuna at risk. The committee later moved that bill forward with a clean date. SB 1449, relating to prior authorization of health care services, drew support from the Hawaii Medical Association and comments from the Hawaii Association of Health Plans and HMSA. Health plans asked that reporting requirements align with upcoming CMS regulations, and HMSA noted the work of the stakeholder process. The committee discussed the bill as consumer-focused and adopted amendments to add laboratory and diagnostic tests and to require the working group’s first report before the 2026 session and before each session thereafter. SB 1291, relating to certified public accountants, received support from the Board of Public Accountancy, the Hawaii Society of CPAs, Hong Consulting LLC, and Ron Heler, who said it was substantially the same as a previously passed House bill and would help increase the CPA pipeline in Hawaii. The committee also heard SB 752, relating to insurance, with opposition and comments from the Hawaii Insurance Council and Liberty Mutual, which requested amendments on non-payment of premiums, material misrepresentation, and limiting the bill to homeowners insurance. Greg Mskian testified in support but urged clearer notice and denial explanations for homeowners. SB 385, relating to condominiums, drew support from Hawaii Realtors and detailed comments from Ray Tenno and Greg Mskian about making governing documents available online or by email to owners and agents, with discussion of website costs and access. Finally, SB 140, relating to invasive species, received support from the Department of Land and Natural Resources and CAPS, while the Department of Agriculture offered comments and proposed streamlining language; supporters emphasized firewood treatment standards and the need to prevent invasive pests. After a brief recess, the committee took votes on several measures, adopting the chair’s recommendations on SB 1402, SB 1411, SB 1438, SB 1449, and SB 1291.

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• staffing agency to sue a non-registered staffing agency.
• Then they have the list of all of those who are registered.
• If there is one that is not registered... ...the list of all of those who are registered.
• If there is one that is not registered, then those who are registered would have that right to file a
• private right of action against the non-registered staffing agency.

Summary: The committee heard testimony on several bills, beginning with SB 16, which would require county behavioral health directors to create clear pathways for clinicians to be authorized to initiate 5150 involuntary holds. The author and supporters argued the bill would reduce reliance on law enforcement and create more consistent crisis response standards statewide, while county behavioral health directors opposed it as an unfunded mandate that could increase law enforcement involvement and create implementation burdens. Members raised questions about county costs and funding, but the author emphasized the bill’s role in building a more clinical response system. SB 561 would require public guardians to acknowledge conservatorship referrals, make determinations within a reasonable time, and provide status updates on request. Supporters said the bill would reduce delays that leave vulnerable adults in limbo, while the opposition from public guardian representatives was removed after amendments. SB 381 drew extensive public testimony in support; it would allow California-born adoptees, and descendants of deceased adoptees, access to original birth certificates, with a nonbinding contact preference form for birth parents. Supporters framed the bill as a matter of dignity, identity, and health, and there was no formal opposition on the record. The committee also discussed SB 880, which would give tenants and prospective owner-occupants notice and a first opportunity to make an offer when institutional investors sell certain homes. Supporters said it would expand homeownership opportunities and preserve neighborhood stability, while opponents warned about conflicts with federal law, bundled-sale restrictions, and impacts on build-to-rent and affordable housing projects. Members and the author discussed possible amendments to address those concerns. SB 1238 would impose a duty of care and additional transparency requirements on HOA managers and boards; supporters said it would protect homeowners from mismanagement, while the main opposition argued the duty should remain contractual and could increase litigation. Finally, SB 423 would require disclosure of emergency-service records related to private detention facilities, and SB 28 would make changes to the CARE Court process, including a statewide ombudsperson and expanded oversight; both drew support and opposition, with concerns focused on transparency, privacy, implementation, and the balance between treatment and coercion. SB 574, discussed at the end, would require disclosure and human oversight for AI use in courts and legal practice and create a complaint process for ADR providers, with the State Bar noting requested amendments related to complaint handling and confidentiality.