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• T-Cole recently adopted and issued a new proficiency certificate identifying a mental health telecommunicator
• I had a question specifically in regards to the rural funding for the certifications.
• rural funding for the certifications, how much does that usually range?
• certified firefighters that we regulate in the state of Texas, which equates to over 100,000 active certifications
• in the state, as most of these individuals hold more than one certification.

Keywords: 1184, house, all

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• Cannabis Management and local governments regarding zoning, fire code, building code compliance, certification
• requirement and issue the license regardless of whether the office has waived the local government certification
• 44.320> circle has waived the local government circle has waived the local government circle certification
• > and<01:43:46.840> the<01:43:46.920> proposed<01:43:47.640> location certification
• and the proposed location certification and the proposed location must<01:43:48.440> meet<01:

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• We all of us with election certificates can do something.
• We have election certificates. People sent us election certificates.
• Got election certificate for a reason. I know you care. Let's use it. Let's save lives.
• And every one of us that has an election certificate comes to this floor with those voices that you heard

Keywords: 1183, house

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• We took advantage of the interest rate environment and created laddered certificates of deposit so that
• created<00:39:21.200> laded environment and created laded environment and created laded certificates
• 23.119> so<00:39:23.359> that<00:39:23.520> we<00:39:23.680> would certificates
• of deposit so that we would certificates of deposit so that we would always<00:39:24.160> have
• I mean, we were in safe certificates of deposit. >> And are there... >> Sorry, Chair. Sure.

Bills: SF2434

Keywords: housing, development fund, affordable housing, Minnesota Housing Finance Agency, expenditure provisions

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• For example, if you are getting a credential or certification, we want you to be 10% higher than the
• For example, if you are getting a credential or certification, we want you to be 10% higher than the
• For example, if you are getting a credential or certification, we want you to be 10% higher than the
• For example, if you are getting a credential or certification, we want you to be 10% higher than the
• For example, if you are getting a credential or certification, we want you to be 10% higher than the

Keywords: 1136, house, all

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• Department of Labor would then not be able to permit certifications for day providers here in Minnesota
• Department of Labor would then not be able to permit certifications for day providers here in Minnesota
• 01:18:56.159> able<01:18:56.320> to<01:18:56.640> permit<01:18:57.199> certifications
• <01:18:58.080> for not be able to permit certifications for not be able to permit certifications

Bills: HF3661, HF2380, HF3468, HF3483

Keywords: facial recognition, privacy, government surveillance, public safety, data protection, civil liberties, disability rights, discrimination, accommodations, employment, housing, public services, education, civil action, failure to render aid, damages, Minnesota Statutes, legal liability, trespass, civil immigration enforcement

Summary: The committee approved the minutes from February 24 and February 26. It then took up House File 3661, a bill originally authored by Representative Gomez and presented by Representative Feist, which would ban government use of facial recognition technology and be re-referred to the Public Safety Finance and Policy Committee. The committee adopted the A1 amendment, described as a technical amendment based on House Research recommendations, before hearing testimony on the bill. Representative Feist said the bill is aimed at preventing serious privacy and civil-liberties harms, including secretive surveillance, racial and gender bias, and the lack of statewide rules governing government use of facial recognition. Supportive testimony came from Chad Marlo of the ACLU, who argued the issue is bipartisan, the technology has accuracy problems, and government use is expanding against vulnerable groups. Chris Wayland of Restore the Fourth Minnesota also supported a ban, emphasizing the inability to opt out of facial recognition and the lack of standards, disclosure, and community input. Rich Newmeister urged stronger transparency measures, including agency policies and public notice in buildings using the technology. Major Spencer Baky of the Hennepin County Sheriff's Office opposed an outright ban, saying facial recognition is used only as an investigative lead, not for positive identification or real-time surveillance, and that results are corroborated before use. He said the office has used the tool in hundreds of investigations and supports a statutory framework with safeguards instead of a ban. In member discussion, Representative Hudson argued a blanket ban was too broad and suggested a more targeted evidentiary approach, while Representative Moller and Representative Kurr expressed concern about misuse and the federal government's use of the technology. Representative Durant asked whether there was a current Minnesota problem and whether stakeholders and law enforcement had been involved in drafting the bill. No final vote on the bill was taken in the portion provided, beyond adoption of the amendment and the committee’s continued consideration of HF 3661.

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• Those projects then have to proceed to get certification, which can include plans and spec review, operator
• certification requirements, and environmental review.
• plans and specs in by March 31st, funding applications to PFA by March 31st, and have all those certification
• requirements completed by June 30th. 31st and have all those certification requirements completed by
• We need certification, and we need a skilled training workforce on the ground installing sewer and water

Keywords: 1183, house

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• And the state hasn't established—and should—what certifies how does someone earn a certification
• And then as far as certification goes, there is an international gambling counselor certification board
• They can actually do certifications of folks here in Hawaii specifically about gambling.
• That is a question for the gambling certification team, but I'm going to take a stab and say six months

Bills: HB1952, HB1951, HB1929, HB2497, HB2208, HB2572, HB1953, HB2551, HB2549, HB1737, HB1628, HB1769, HB2493, HB2264, HB1997, HB2168, HB2427, HB1805, HB2180, HB2184, HB2219, HB2469, HB2233, HB2519, HB2141, HB1904, HB2201, HB2410, HB2007, HB2385, HB2444, HB2349, HB2235, HB1872, HB2416, HB2291, HB2292, HB2263, HB2359, HB2455, HB1509, HB1514, HB1515, HB1648, HB2164, HB2323, HB1825, HB2172, HB1888, HB2005, HB2387, HB2358, HB2119, HB2276, HB2472, HB1714, HB2325, HB1541, HB1960, HB2140, HB2315, HB2367, HB2388, HB1696, HB2333, HB2138, HB2332, HB2283, HB2059, HB2057, HB2589, HB2417, HB2337, HB1588, HB2217, HB2020, HB1915, HB1742, HB2026, HB1965, HB1546, HB2360, HB1563, HB1749, HB2614, HB1511, HB1753, HB1849, HB1641, HB2161, HB2194, HB1721, HB2284, HB2188, HB1897, HB1880, HB1573, HB1876, HB20, HB2137

Keywords: HB1952, Hawaii agriculture, University of Hawaii, CTAHR, College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resilience, Kauai, agricultural research station, extension station, capital improvements, general obligation bonds, GO bonds, appropriation, ADA compliance, Americans with Disabilities Act, certified kitchen, greenhouse, laboratory, field research, cesspool decommissioning, invasive species

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• We feel that an alternate is needed to prevent the delay of certification of election results and to
• We feel that an alternate is needed to prevent the delay of certification of election results and to
• ><00:25:47.200> the<00:25:47.280> delay<00:25:48.520> of<00:25:48.760> certification
• <00:25:49.600> of to prevent the delay of certification of to prevent the delay of certification

Bills: SB2041

Keywords: land court, real property, legal documents, bureau of conveyances, judicial confirmation, property registration, working group, Hawaii Revised Statutes, reform, 912, senate, all

Summary: The committees heard SB 2041, which would repeal the Land Court, transfer its functions to the Bureau of Conveyances, and create a working group to recommend implementation. DLNR and Judiciary stood on their written testimony, while Realtors supported the bill and one testifier raised concerns about the loss of judicial authority, title disputes, adverse possession, and possible effects on Kuleana lands. Members questioned whether property could be deregistered and what the legal consequences would be, and the Bureau of Conveyances said deregistration is already available but burdensome. The committees ultimately recommended passage with amendments, and the measure was adopted by both committees. The Judiciary Committee then heard SB 2247, which restricts certain governor-appointed, Senate-confirmed executive branch employees from participating in campaign fundraising. The State Ethics Commission and Campaign Spending Commission supported the bill as a way to curb pay-to-play concerns and the appearance of undue influence, and several advocacy and civic groups also testified in support, with one person opposing. The committee agreed to amend the bill so the restrictions apply only after confirmation and continue until the person leaves the covered position. The committee voted to pass SB 2247 with amendments. Finally, the Judiciary Committee heard SB 2143, which would make the Attorney General the interim Chief Election Officer if that office becomes vacant until the Elections Commission appoints a replacement. Supporters argued the bill would provide continuity, prevent delays in certifying election results, and protect election integrity; opponents argued it would politicize the office, create a conflict of interest, and was unnecessary because current law already provides a process for filling vacancies. Testimony was extensive and sharply divided, with many speakers on both sides. The transcript provided does not include a final vote or action on SB 2143.

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• Another brings her birth certificate to school in case she is questioned.
• Another brings her birth<00:27:33.440> certificate<00:27:33.840> to<00:27:34.000> school
• <00:27:34.320> in<00:27:34.559> case<00:27:34.799> she birth certificate to
• school in case she birth certificate to school in case she is<00:27:35.279> questioned.
• Now, a Dakota girl carries her birth certificate back and forth to school in a Ziploc bag.

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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• due process, does that mean that I never get the opportunity to show them my passport or my birth certificate
• just say, "Well, you know, call your wife or whatever and have her send over a copy of your birth certificate
• ><01:46:21.360> of<01:46:21.440> your<01:46:21.600> birth<01:46:21.840> certificate
• <01:46:22.159> and a copy of your birth certificate and a copy of your birth certificate and

Keywords: 912, senate, all

Summary: The Judiciary Committee held an informational briefing on the impact and legality of federal immigration enforcement efforts in Hawaii, with Chair Carl Rhodes framing it as the sixth and final interim briefing in a series on the rule of law and local effects of federal actions. He said the discussion would focus on due process concerns, questioning and detention of citizens and lawful immigrants, free speech issues, and pressure on state and local law enforcement, and noted the issues may be revisited in the 2026 regular session. There was no public testimony or committee vote; only invited speakers presented. Dr. Amy Agayani opened by arguing that immigrants are integral to Hawaii’s history, economy, and communities, and contrasted that with what she described as harmful narratives portraying immigrants as criminals. She cited figures that one in five Hawaii residents is foreign-born, that immigrants make up about 20% of the labor force and over 27% of entrepreneurs, and that roughly 40,000 people in Hawaii are undocumented, many of whom may have pathways to legal status but face language, information, and court barriers. She also said federal enforcement has expanded beyond undocumented immigrants to include citizens and lawful residents, and warned that attacks on birthright citizenship and visa categories could affect many families. Matina Mock of the legal clinic emphasized the complexity of immigration law and the severe lack of legal representation, noting a nationwide backlog of 11.3 million immigration-related applications and 3.4 million court cases, plus about 1,400 pending immigration cases in Honolulu with only two immigration judges. She said Hawaii has only six or seven nonprofit immigration legal service providers, and that represented clients are far more likely to obtain relief. Mock described a recent case involving a lawful student visa holder who was transferred among multiple federal facilities before being brought to Honolulu without clear notice, which she said illustrated due process violations. She also said ICE activity in Hawaii has sharply increased, with about 150 arrests from January to July 2025, a 380% increase over the same period in 2024, and that many detainees have no criminal record. Stephanie Haro Sevilla and another clinic fellow described 2025 enforcement as a major shift driven by a January executive order, the end of prior limits on arrests in sensitive locations, and arrest quotas they said require 3,000 arrests per day nationwide. They said this has led to arrests without warrants or probable cause, broader targeting of people with minor offenses or no criminal history, and the use of resources from other federal agencies and local law enforcement for civilian immigration enforcement. They also said the federal detention center in Honolulu is holding roughly 40 to 80 civilian detainees on any given day, often in conditions they characterized as prison-like, and warned that the current escalation could eventually affect lawful permanent residents and naturalized citizens. The speakers urged the public to support immigrant-rights advocates and local protective policies and funding measures.

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• We transitioned at that time to relying only on direct certifications for participation in Medicaid and
• We transitioned at that time to relying only on direct certifications for participation in Medicaid and
• 05.919> direct that time to relying only on direct that time to relying only on direct certifications
• <00:18:07.200> for<00:18:07.520> participation<00:18:08.080> in certifications for
• participation in certifications for participation in Medicaid<00:18:09.120> and<00:18:09.440>

Keywords: 1183, house

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• House provision only requires a prior year's income tax return for purposes of applying for the certificate
• rebate program that requires a retrospective report of the previous attempts to allocate the rebate certificates
• um previous attempts to allocate the um previous attempts to allocate the rebate rebate rebate certificates
• 06.560> Section<01:15:07.040> 102<01:15:07.520> is<01:15:07.679> an certificates
• Section 102 is an certificates.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• Let's help the homeless by passing House Bill 510, which provides free birth certificates.
• million apps, which we will never be able to tell if they're doing age-appropriate verification or certification
• anticipating in any way that I have to upload my driver's license or I have to upload my birth certificate
• HB175 by Gonzalez of El Paso, relating to establishing optional certifications for child care providers
• There is a national certification, and there are schools here like...

Bills: SB17, SB1569, SB2420, HB5138, HJR161, HB1937, HB3334, HB5444, HB5137, HB361, HB321, HB5447, HB464, HB678, HB2294, HB4172, HB3225, HB1769, HB5394, HB1837, HB1787, HB2271, HB2440, HB5134, HB5149, HB2151, HB2073, HB2186, HB2025, HB1936, HB1777, HB1663, HB 1306, HB 1290, HB1527, HB4802, HB3462, HB2963, HB2462, HB2560, HB644, HB2725, HB2621, HB2588, HB1443, HB1403, HB3032, HB1557, HB1664, HB2811, HB2088, HB2598, HB3062, HB3134, HB3940, HB4027, HB4097, HB4862, HB4170, HB4157, HB4205, HB4279, HB4377, HB4838, HB5424, HB5294, HB4870, HB4763, HB5639, HB4112, HB2275, HB1677, HB5014, HB3848, HB3797, HB3727, HB3709, HB3177, HB3057, HB4176, HB4202, HB2180, HB3528, HB3658, HCR76, HCR127, SB906, SB1229, SB855, SB703, SB1025, SB888, SB1119, SB1080, SB929, SB1355, SB2231, SB1877, SB1998, SB552, SB17, SB1569, SB2420, HB2697, HB3801, HB3488, HB3477, HB3466, HB3469, HB2594, HB2564, HB2298, HB5331, HB5646, HB5247, HB5323, HB4384, HB3896, HB4014, HB3627, HB3594, HB2524, HB510, HB561, HB 1181, HB3963, HB5111, HB2785, HB1661, HB200, HB1803, HB249, HB721, HB851, HB 1128, HB1904, HB30, HB1916, HB541, HB5560, HB3071, HB5627, HB5435, HB2688, HB3045, HB3483, HB4213, HB4226, HB783, HB175, HB4735, HB5155, HB5057, HB4813, HB5339, HB5196, HB5033, HB3486, HB4211, HB74, HB4730, HB4743, HB4463, HB4139, HB4752, HB4486, HB4437, HB4426, HB4396, HB4263, HB3487, HB3418, HB2266, HB2229, HB2189, HB5224, HB5195, HB3947, HB3358, HB3370, HB3745, HB3697, HB2001, HB1968, HB3371, HB3909, HB4944, HB2284, HB4506, HB3317, HB4166, HB3913, HB1768, HB4603, HB2494, HB3099, HJR138, HB133, HB3832, HB1988, HCR34, HB3421, HB3892, HB5138, HJR161, HB1937, HB3334, HB5444, HB5137, HB361, HB321, HB5447, HB464, HB678, HB2294, HB4172, HB3225, HB1769, HB5394, HB1837, HB1787, HB2271, HB2440, HB5134, HB5149, HB2151, HB2073, HB2186, HB2025, HB1936, HB1777, HB1663, HB 1306, HB 1290, HB1527, HB4802, HB3462, HB2963, HB2462, HB2560, HB644, HB2725, HB2621, HB2588, HB1443, HB1403, HB3032, HB1557, HB1664, HB2811, HB2088, HB2598, HB3062, HB3134, HB3940, HB4027, HB4097, HB4862, HB4170, HB4157, HB4205, HB4279, HB4377, HB4838, HB5424, HB5294, HB4870, HB4763, HB5639, HB4112, HB2275, HB1677, HB5014, HB3848, HB3797, HB3727, HB3709, HB3177, HB3057, HB4176, HB4202, HB2180, HB3528, HB3658, HCR76, HCR127

Keywords: foreign ownership, real property, national security, criminal penalties, civil penalties, personal information, higher education, privacy protection, governing board, institutional security, software applications, mobile devices, age verification, parental consent, data protection, app store regulation, HJR 161, Texas constitutional amendment, voting rights, non-citizen voting

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• The assumption was it would be run similar to as UCLP with licensing and certification and the revenues
• they do for their…” “The assumption was it would be run similar to as UCLP with licensing and certification
• similar to as UCLP with licensing<00:38:22.720> and<00:38:23.280> um<00:38:24.000> certification
• <00:38:24.640> and<00:38:24.880> the licensing and um certification and the licensing
• and um certification and the revenues<00:38:25.359> that<00:38:25.599> they<00:38:25.760

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• certified interpreters, researching barriers to access, addressing reimbursement, training, and certification
• to access addressing reimbursement training<01:15:25.560> and training and training and certification
• c> this<01:15:27.960> important<01:15:28.440> work<01:15:28.840> will certification
• this important work will certification this important work will help<01:15:29.360> direct<01:
• increasing access to quality interpreter services for patients in the form of assuring training and certification

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• You can upload your birth certificate for your documentation, check everything, make sure it looks right

• You can upload your birth certificate for your documentation, check everything, make sure it

• ahead of time you can upload<00:54:15.680> your<00:54:15.799> birth<00:54:16.119> certificate
• <00:54:17.119> for<00:54:17.319> your upload your birth certificate for your upload
• your birth certificate for your documentation<00:54:19.599> check<00:54:19.920> everything

Keywords: 1183, house

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• Congress right now, although my certification is long since run out.
• Congress right now, although my certification is long since run out.
• Congress right now, although my certification is long since run out.
• Congress right now, although my certification is long since run out.
• is long since although my certification is long since run<05:39:59.440> out.

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, 1012, house, all

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• of designation to have a certificate of designation to operate<02:23:35.760> as<02:23:35.920>
• Currently, the way our rules are set, PUC-regulated utilities, when they get a certificate of public
• <05:20:56.480> of<05:20:57.600> of<05:20:58.320> um certificate of of um certificate
• The certificate of necessity and public need is not a determination of public use.
• The certificate of constitution.

Keywords: 981, all

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• The number of officers within that who have their certification suspended because they didn't pass is
• <01:01:33.520> suspended have their certification suspended have their certification suspended
• This is not a your certification.
• This includes licenses, certificates, registrations, histories, and any personal information on them.
• This includes<02:39:42.160> licenses,<02:39:42.800> certificates, includes licenses, certificates

Keywords: 1189, house, all