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• If I could start out with the A4 amendment and author's amendment—yep—and that's just getting it into
• Let's move to the other amendments. Lead Kel, do you want to do the A5 or 333 first?
• Which one do you want to do first?
• That amendment that I worked on with Representative Tapie would kind of gate appointments, so the first
• This amendment is looking at the fees, and when I first read the bill, I was like, yeah, accountability

Keywords: 1183, house

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• All in favor of the amendment say aye. All opposed, say nay. The amendment is adopted.
• The amendment is adopted. Back on the bill as amended.
• There's an amendment. Okay. We're going to take up amendment barcode 453-862.
• Back on the bill as amended. The amendment is adopted. Back on the bill as amended.
• The amendment is adopted. Back on the bill as amended.

Bills: S0544, S0636, S0848, S0546

Keywords: golf courses, best management practices, fertilizer regulation, Department of Agriculture, environmental protection, certification, beach management, beach erosion, beach nourishment, coastal resilience, shoreline protection, critical erosion, critically eroded beach, Florida DEP, Department of Environmental Protection, coastal flooding, compound flooding, storm surge, inlet management, coastal engineering

Summary: The Environment and Natural Resources Committee met with a quorum and took up several bills. SB 636 on beach management, by Senator Leek, would create additional pathways for counties and municipalities to obtain critically eroded beach or area of critical state concern designations, shifting the process toward a more proactive approach. Senator Smith and Senator Harrell raised concerns about local capacity and funding, and the Florida Shore and Beach Preservation Association said the bill was an alternative pathway but emphasized the need for more recurring funding. The bill was reported favorably. The committee then considered SB 544, which transfers the Golf Course Best Management Practices Certification Program from DEP to FDACS and establishes certification and training standards there. Senator Smith and Senator Harrell asked about environmental oversight, taxation, and whether the change would affect state park restrictions; the sponsor said it would not change tax treatment or park rules and that DEP would still handle enforcement if BMPs are not followed. The Florida Springs Council opposed the bill, arguing golf courses are not agriculture and warning of weaker protections for springs, while the Florida Golf Course Superintendent's Association supported the move as a continuity and participation measure. After adopting a technical amendment, the committee reported the bill favorably, with Senator Smith voting no. SB 848 on stormwater treatment, also by Senator Trunow, was amended to clarify the role of water quality enhancement areas while stormwater rules are still being finalized and to make public-land project review forward-looking. Resource Environmental Solutions supported the amendment and bill as providing a clearer market for water quality credits, and the Florida Home Builders Association supported the measure. The committee adopted the amendment and reported the bill favorably. SB 546 by Vice Chair Mayfield would require 30-day public notice before meetings reviewing the sale or exchange of state conservation lands, including at water management districts; after a technical amendment, it received support from conservation groups and was reported favorably. The committee also received a DEP presentation on the State Park Amenities Report, which said Florida’s 175 state parks drew over 28 million visitors and generated a $3.6 billion economic impact. DEP identified nearly $759 million in needed repairs and upgrades over 10 years and $1.39 billion in contemplated new construction and development in unit management plans. No votes were taken on the presentation, and the meeting adjourned after no further business.

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• So, let's get Exemption Amendments.
• that first $3 million or assessed value. that first $3 million or assessed value.
• Discussion on the amendment.
• >> Is there a second on that amendment? >> Is there a second on that amendment?
• Representative Brown has seconded that amendment. Uh, discussion on this amendment?

Bills: SF0079, SF0080, SF0039

Keywords: sales tax, use tax, economic development, impact assistance, industrial facilities, tax exemptions, local control, electronic notice, compliance, tax collection, administration, tax exemption, long-term homeowners, property tax, seniors, residential property, 916, all

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• Members, any question on that amendment? I'll offer that amendment. Seeing any objections?
• And I do have an amendment. Ms. Champaign. For these UTVs. And I do have an amendment. Ms.
• Members, any question on that amendment set? I'll offer up amendment set 60-68.
• Through Senate floor amendments, it was also added to come to the committee first prior to going through
• Is this your first time back? It is my first time back. Move to voluntarily defer.

Bills: HR275, HR282, HCR112, SCR62, SCR64, SB513

Keywords: highway maintenance, signage, transportation safety, DOTD, infrastructure, public safety, federal grants, job creation, Utility Terrain Vehicles, UTVs, safety regulations, transportation, Louisiana, task force, vehicle operation, legislation, accidents, HCR112, House Concurrent Resolution 112, Louisiana Highway 1

Summary: The House Transportation Committee met on May 26 with a quorum present and took up several resolutions and one Senate bill. SCR 64 created a task force to study construction management at risk (CMAR) in Louisiana public works; an amendment added representatives from the Louisiana Associated General Contractors and Associated Builders and Contractors, and the resolution was reported with amendments. HR 282 created a task force to study utility terrain vehicles with state agencies; an amendment added the State Fire Marshal, and it was also reported with amendments. The committee then considered SB 513 on public works project delivery methods. The bill originally included an average-bid award method for certain pilot projects, along with airport design-build provisions. Testimony from a Reason Foundation analyst and from the Louisiana Associated General Contractors raised concerns that average-bid contracting could encourage collusion, raise costs, and lacked supporting data or use by U.S. transportation departments, while airport design-build was supported. The committee adopted an amendment in concept to strike the average-bid provisions, leaving the airport-related design-build language in place, and SB 513 was reported with amendments by a vote of 11 yeas and 4 nays. The committee also reported SCR 62 favorably, which urges DOTD to evaluate school zones on state highways in response to safety concerns and near misses, including a fatal incident referenced by the author. HCR 112 was reported favorably to study flooding on Louisiana Highway 1 in Shreveport, and HR 275 was reported favorably to study an interstate highway signage maintenance and reporting program. The meeting concluded after all items were disposed of and the committee adjourned.

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• And so you're going to get to go first. We're going to hear House Bill 1056 first. If Mr.
• Wilson, could you read in Amendment 3875? Thank you, Mr. Chairman. Members, this is Amendment 3875.
• Marcella, you sat down first, go ahead and introduce yourself, and you get to go first.
• And I do have amendments.
• His first time didn't work. Mr.

Bills: SB480, HB621, HB637, HB804, HB841, HB1056

Keywords: fishing gear, Oyster Bayou, shrimping, regulation, marine resources, HB621, Act 658, renewable energy, recycling, decommissioning, wind energy, solar power, solar facilities, wind turbines, energy infrastructure, end-of-life disposal, universal waste, recyclable materials, waste reduction, Department of Environmental Quality

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• That gives me pause from a First Amendment perspective. What would your analysis be as an attorney?
• Chairman, Senator Ortiz, there's absolutely First Amendment concerns that are brought up. Mr.
• Chairman and Senator Ortiz, this has First Amendment... I think I can do both, Mr.
• This has First Amendment implications, major First Amendment implications, because organizations and
• And it was ruled unconstitutional because of those very First Amendment claims that you mentioned.

Bills: HB2908, HB4042, HCM2001, HCM2002, HCM2005, HCM2006, HCR2047

Keywords: constitutional convention, faithless delegates, state delegates, oath of office, class 2 felony, civil penalties, parent-child relationship, termination of parental rights, child welfare, court procedures, abandonment, neglect, reunification services, felony conviction, Muslim Brotherhood, terrorism, foreign terrorist organization, national security, Islamist extremism, Congress

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• A3 amendment is adopted. A3 amendment is adopted.
• the first 3 years of life. the first 3 years of life.
• Um, this is a three-part amendment. The first is that it suspends the surcharge for 2 years.
• The first is uh three-part amendment.
• The new amendment, or the amendment to Senate File 3698 as amended, is what has come up to an agreement

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• The first question is on the amendment by Ways and Means.
• The first question is on the amendment by Ways and Means.
• The clerk will read the amendment. This is Consolidated Amendment A. No fiscal note.
• Clerk will read the amendment. This is Amendment No. 31. Mr.
• The amendment to chair objections, Jay has none. The amendment is withdrawn. Mr.

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The House opened with the Pledge of Allegiance and welcomed several student and community guests, including ambassadors from Robinson Middle School in Lowell, visitors honoring the Gaudet family and Patricia Rappucci, Scottish visitors celebrating Scotland’s World Cup appearance, Top-Notch Scholars students from Lawrence, and the King Philip Regional High School baseball team after its first state championship. The chamber also adopted several routine resolutions and orders, including extending the reporting deadline for the Health Care Financing Committee and suspending Joint Rule 12 for a condominium-related petition. The House then rejected concurrence with the Senate on the Massachusetts Data Privacy Act and instead voted to appoint a committee of conference. The major policy action was on Senate Bill 3064, the Mass Ready Act, a large climate resilience and environmental bond bill. Members speaking in support emphasized flood protection, clean water, PFAS remediation, municipal vulnerability preparedness, coastal resilience, parks, trails, housing, and agricultural and food-system investments. The bill was described as authorizing roughly $3.8 billion in general obligation bonds, with discussion of specific funding for the Clean Water Trust, PFAS remediation, coastal infrastructure, biodiversity, healthy homes, and farmland preservation. A consolidated amendment was adopted, and after debate the House passed the bill to be engrossed by a roll call vote. The House also took up the conference report on H. 5511, the early literacy and teacher preparation bill. Supporters said the measure would require evidence-based reading instruction, move away from three-cueing approaches, support educator training and apprenticeships, and improve student literacy outcomes statewide. The conference report was accepted on a roll call vote of 152-0. Later, the House considered amendments to the Mass Ready Act, including one proposal to increase PFAS remediation funding that was ultimately withdrawn, and adopted another consolidated amendment before passing the bill to be engrossed by a roll call vote of 151-0. The House then adopted an order to meet the next day at 11 a.m. and adjourned to an informal session.

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• And first, we really, really... are happy to be in.
• Like, wait, you may not be 100% on board with those amendments.
• Like, wait, you may not be 100% on board with those amendments.
• You know, this, well, first of all, I support the bill.
• we've, with the amendments especially, been able to strike a balance there.

Summary: The Assembly Housing and Community Development Committee heard several housing bills. AB 2270, by Assemblymember Arambula, would give farmworker housing projects scoring parity in the state low-income housing tax credit program so they are not disadvantaged by amenity-proximity criteria that do not fit rural agricultural areas. Supporters, including La Cooperativa Campesina, said the bill would help farmworker projects compete fairly for credits; there was no opposition, and the bill was later approved 11-0 and sent to Appropriations. The committee also considered AB 2552, which would clarify use of the state’s new CEQA vehicle miles traveled (VMT) mitigation bank for affordable housing near transit. The author and supporters from the California Building Industry Association and business groups said the bill would add guardrails so the program is cost-effective and usable, while Housing California, the Planning and Conservation League, and others opposed the least-cost requirement, arguing it could undercut the new mitigation bank before implementation. After discussion about balancing housing and environmental goals, the bill passed 11-1 to Appropriations. AB 2689 would require good cause for nonrenewal of certain state-subsidized housing tenancies when a household’s income exceeds 140% of area median income for two consecutive years, with notice requirements and protections if the tenant cannot afford market rent. Some members supported the bill as a way to free up scarce subsidized units and create a housing “ladder,” while others objected that it could punish people for increasing their income. The bill was amended and passed 11-1. The consent calendar items AB 2308, AB 2397, and AB 2512 were also approved unanimously.

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• All right, so we are on the amendment 04-32s. All those in favor of the amendment say aye.
• All right, so we are on the amendment 04-32s. All those in favor of the amendment say aye.
• Okay, I could play Jeopardy music. first and relative to the preparation of first and relative to the
• 0371 s so amend I should say Amendment 0371 s so move<00:37:43.880> Senator<00:37:44.319>
• We're going to—I have a drafting of an amendment. The amendment will do basically four things.

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• Being in the real estate world— We're just on the amendment still. The first amendment.
• Great amendment. Good morning. Great amendment. I agree, great amendment.
• It looks like line 41 of the amendment, if I'm on the right amendment." "41 of the amendment.
• No amendments.
• First of all, we would like to recognize and acknowledge the work that was put into the amendment.

Summary: The committee met with a quorum and first postponed CS for HB 781 at the sponsor’s request. It then heard and passed CS for HB 429, which codifies the existing process for terminating or cancelling motor vehicle dealer franchises and requires manufacturers to provide written sales and service performance criteria; the bill was supported by the Florida Automobile Dealers Association and was reported favorably 12-0. The committee next took up HB 983 on homeowners associations, where the sponsor described HOA fraud and abuse concerns and proposed expanding local law enforcement authority to investigate, inspect, and audit HOAs, easing recall procedures, and allowing prevailing-party attorney’s fees in recall disputes. Two amendments were adopted: one removing constitutionality-problematic Kaufman language, and another defining financial statements more comprehensively to improve HOA transparency. The bill drew support from Miami-Dade County and the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office and was reported favorably as amended 14-0. The committee also passed CS for HB 1343 on public nuisance abatement fines, which raises daily fines from $250 to $500, removes the $15,000 cap, adjusts foreclosure timing on unpaid nuisance liens, and allows attorney-fee calculations to include legal assistance time. Members discussed due process and notice concerns, and the sponsor said he would work on clarifying notice for both owners and nuisance-causing parties; the Orange County Sheriff’s Office supported the measure, citing violent crime tied to nuisance properties. CS for HB 643 on residual market insurers was then reported favorably without discussion. CS for HB 1183 on cybersecurity incident liability followed; it would shield government and private entities from liability if they substantially comply with cybersecurity standards, with the sponsor explaining that the bill was revised after a prior veto to define substantial compliance through policy letters, disaster recovery planning, and multi-factor authentication. Despite concerns about the breadth of the liability protection, the committee adopted an amendment and reported the bill favorably 13-1. PCS for HB 915, addressing advertisements for representation services, was also reported favorably 14-0. The bill targets misleading advertising by nonlawyers and notaries, especially in immigration-related services, requiring clear bilingual disclosures and allowing damages, fees, and injunctive relief for violations; it was supported by faith-based and civil rights groups. CS for HB 585 on former phosphate mining lands was then approved 14-0; the sponsor said it would create a defense to Water Quality Assurance Act strict liability for naturally occurring substances on former phosphate mine sites, require notice recording, radon surveys, and pre-suit radiation testing, and it would not apply retroactively to pending litigation. HB 6503, a claims bill for Mandy Penny Lemon, was also reported favorably 14-0 after brief sponsor remarks describing her severe injuries and homelessness following a 2018 incident. Finally, the committee considered HB 129 on pesticide-related products liability. A strike-all amendment was adopted that bars failure-to-warn claims for EPA-registered pesticide products when the label is consistent with EPA’s most recent human health risk assessment and carcinogenicity classification, while preserving claims if information was withheld, concealed, misrepresented, or destroyed to obtain or maintain the label. Supporters argued the bill provides certainty and respects EPA’s scientific labeling process; opponents warned it would effectively block access to courts and delay claims until after lengthy EPA investigations. After extensive debate, the committee reported the bill favorably as amended 13-1.

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• is unenforceable, then the entire amendment fails?
• The first rule in compactness is looking at it visually.
• Many of us weren't here during the first battle on those amendments, but maps had to be redrawn, reissued
• He actually helped me in my very first election.
• He actually helped me in my very first election.

Summary: The House convened with prayer, a moment of silence for former member Mark Weissman and local officials Donna Lou Fiala and Eric C. Brecknitz, and the Pledge of Allegiance. Members approved the journal and adopted the Rules and Ethics Committee’s special order report setting the calendar and debate times for the day. The chamber then took up House Bill 1D, establishing Florida’s congressional districts, as the main item on the special order calendar. During questioning and debate on HB 1D, sponsors and opponents focused heavily on the map’s process and legality. Supporters argued the plan was based on a viable legal theory, used the 2020 census data as required, and was within the Legislature’s discretion to consider mid-cycle redistricting. Opponents repeatedly argued the map was drawn by the governor’s office using partisan data, without meaningful legislative or public input, and that it violated the Fair Districts Amendment by favoring a party, splitting more counties and municipalities, and reducing compactness. Several members also raised concerns about taxpayer costs, the absence of a new census or court order, and the Legislature’s role versus the governor’s office. After structured debate, the House voted on final passage of HB 1D and passed it 83-28. A motion to recess for two hours to consider a recent U.S. Supreme Court decision failed. Following passage of the redistricting bill, the House adopted a motion to adjourn sine die, ending the session.

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• All right, we got first and Sorry.
• Thank you. >> Got a first on.
• >> Got a first on. We have a second. >> Got a first on. We have a second.
• I know you have an amendment on 194. I know you have an amendment on that<00:23:06.480> also.
• So, I would move adoption of the amendment. ...up with an amendment that would allow a candidate that

Bills: HB42, SB246, SB38, SB194, SB183, SB253, SB160

Keywords: unclaimed vehicles, towing, Department of Revenue, notification requirements, abandoned vehicles, real estate, residential property, single-family home, homeowner protection, property solicitation, unsolicited offer, wholesaling, real estate wholesaling, assignment contract, equitable interest, investment property, house flipping, predatory real estate practices, title cloud, deceptive trade practices

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• <00:03:25.280> filing that does not have an amendment filing that does not have an amendment
• First is partisanship.
• So the DE2 is the first portion of a constitutional amendment that I had authored last year, and this
• Any further discussion on the DE2 amendment? The clerk will take the roll on the DE2 amendment.
• but the the constitutional amendment but the the first<00:36:35.440> part<00:36:35.720> we

Bills: HF550

Keywords: redistricting, Bipartisan Commission, Minnesota Constitution, census, legislative districts, 1183, house

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• This bill has been amended quite a few times since then, and today we will discuss those amendments.
• This bill has been amended quite a few times since then, and today we will discuss those amendments and
• consider additional amendments.
• that are beyond the author's amendment.
• that are beyond the author's amendment.

Summary: The Assembly Transportation Committee heard SB 63 by Senator Wiener, as amended and coauthored by Senator Arreguín, a Bay Area transit funding measure intended to avert major service cuts at BART, Muni, Caltrain, and AC Transit. The authors said the region faces a fiscal cliff and that without new revenue, BART could collapse and other systems could face severe reductions. They described the bill as the product of extensive negotiations among the five Bay Area counties and transit operators, with San Mateo and Santa Clara counties opting in during the process. Much of the discussion focused on accountability and governance. Supporters said the bill includes some of the strongest oversight provisions in recent memory, including a third-party efficiency review and ad hoc adjudication committees that can withhold a portion of funding if operators fail to correct problems. Assembly Member Papin and Assembly Member Lackey argued the measure amounts to a taxpayer bailout with insufficient representation and too much control left to MTC, while the authors responded that the bill gives affected counties direct complaint and enforcement authority and that MTC must follow the ad hoc committees’ recommendations. Several members asked about complaint procedures, withholding thresholds, opt-in/opt-out issues, and whether the funding would return to the source counties if withheld. Testimony in support came from SPUR, Caltrain, MTC, the Bay Area Council, BART, SamTrans, VTA, San Francisco MTA, transit coalitions, environmental groups, local governments, and labor. Supporters emphasized the risk of severe service cuts, the importance of preserving recent investments such as Caltrain electrification, and the need for regional self-help. There was no registered opposition witness, though some members spoke against the bill. The committee ultimately voted 11-5 to pass SB 63 as amended to the floor, with the committee amendments also removing urgency language.

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• And House File 2241, well, first of all, we have a couple of amendments.
• Maybe we should tackle those first. Oh, yes. We should do the amendments first. Yes.
• So let's move the A3 for members for the first amendment.
• But first, we have an amendment. Oh, I'm sorry. HF 2649. Sorry, I'm on the wrong page.
• First, I'll recognize Representative Knutson to explain the bill and the A1 amendment.

Bills: HF2634, HF2241, HF2649, HF2520, HF2610

Keywords: North Star Promise, scholarship, higher education, Minnesota Office of Higher Education, in-demand jobs, workforce development, career training, job market, high-demand occupations, high-demand industries, college aid, state financial aid, FAFSA, student eligibility, program of study, degree program, certificate program, community college, university, labor market data

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• The amendment prevails. There's an amendment at the desk. The clerk will report the amendment.
• The amendment prevails. There's an amendment at the desk. The clerk will report the amendment.
• The amendment prevails. There's an amendment at the desk. The clerk will report the amendment.
• The amendment prevails. There's an amendment at the desk. The clerk will report the amendment.
• first legislative uh session, my first first legislative uh session, my first term<02:06:44.159>

Keywords: 1183, house

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• Please read the committee amendment as amended. Thank you, Mr. Chair.
• I move the Judiciary amendment as amended to Senate Bill 1133 be adopted.
• Okay, any discussion on the committee amendment as amended?
• Senate Bill 1133, do pass as amended. Senate Bill 1247, do pass as amended.
• SCR 1001, do pass as amended. Senate Bill 1247 do pass as amended. SCR 1001 do pass as amended.

Keywords: 1182, all

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• with the amendment is to have<02:07:03.520> you<02:07:03.639> know<02:07:03.800> first
• amendment.
• you would pass the amendment.
• you would pass the amendment.
• <05:05:30.920> to<05:05:31.080> the amendment the amendment speaks to the amendment

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• The amendment is not agreed to.
• individual freedom and America First individual freedom and America First principles<03:52:10.520
• <04:43:44.958> this the number of blocked amendments this the number of blocked amendments
• does not take into account amendments does not take into account amendments that<04:43:47.080>
• highlight that over 3,000 amendments highlight that over 3,000 amendments that<04:43:56.520>

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