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• lot of people, he became a role model of someone who had struggles, had to step back, and then got healthy
• It created California's SSISP program, supplemental security for the aged, blind, and disabled.
• In fact, nobody, and I mean nobody, fought more for the poor, the aged, the blind, and the disabled than

Summary: The Senate met with a quorum, welcomed former legislative leaders and members to the floor, and opened with a prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance. The session then focused on several ceremonial resolutions and a lengthy adjourn-in-memory tribute to former Senate President Pro Tem John Burton. Members repeatedly described Burton as a forceful, unvarnished advocate for foster youth, the poor, and other vulnerable Californians, while also sharing personal stories about his humor, bluntness, and bipartisan relationships. The Senate also announced upcoming committee hearings and birthday recognitions for several members and former Speaker Willie Brown. Three resolutions were taken up and adopted unanimously or near-unanimously. SCR 133, by Senator Grayson, recognized California Down Syndrome Awareness Month and Day; Grayson spoke about the dignity, autonomy, and contributions of people with Down syndrome, and introduced guests from the Down Syndrome Connection of the Bay Area and several families. SCR 134, by Senator Wahab, recognized Nowruz and the Afghan American community; Wahab and Senator Caballero highlighted the holiday’s themes of renewal and the contributions of Persian and Afghan Americans, and members received baklava gift boxes. SCR 139, also by Senator Wahab, recognized Afghan American Heritage Month; Wahab and Senator Grove emphasized Afghan Americans’ history, resilience, and service, and Wahab introduced leaders from the Afghan Coalition and other community advocates. Each resolution was adopted by roll call vote. The remainder of the session was devoted to memorial remarks for John Burton, with speeches from the President Pro Tem, minority leader, and many senators recalling his work on foster youth, public service, and California politics. Members also suspended and later reinstated Mason’s Manual rules to allow direct quotations during the tribute. The Senate concluded by expressing condolences to Burton’s family and colleagues, inviting members to a reception, and announcing that the chamber would reconvene later in the week for the formal adjourn-in-memory motion.

Transcript Highlights:

• a lot of people, became a role model of someone who had struggles, had to step back, and then got healthy
• It created California's SSISP program, supplemental security for the aged, blind, and disabled.
• In fact, nobody, and I mean nobody, fought more for the poor, the aged, the blind, and the disabled than

Summary: The Senate convened with a quorum, opened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, and welcomed numerous former legislators to the floor. The body then moved through the daily file, including several resolutions recognizing cultural observances and a memorial tribute to former President Pro Tem John Burton. Senator Padilla also moved file item 24 to the enacted file, and the Senate announced upcoming committee and budget subcommittee meetings later in the day. The chamber adopted Senate Concurrent Resolution 133, recognizing California Down Syndrome Awareness Month and Day, after remarks from Senator Grayson about the contributions and dignity of people with Down syndrome and the importance of support systems for individuals and families. The Senate also adopted SCR 134 recognizing Nowruz and the Afghan American community, with remarks from Senator Wahab and support from Senator Kaverya, and adopted SCR 139 recognizing Afghan American Heritage Month. Each resolution passed by roll call vote with no opposition. A major portion of the session was devoted to an adjourned-in-memory tribute to former Senate President Pro Tem John Burton. Senators from both parties and several former members offered personal recollections emphasizing Burton’s advocacy for foster youth, working people, and marginalized Californians, as well as his blunt style and political influence. Members highlighted his legislative legacy, his later work through the John Burton Advocates for Youth, and his role in shaping California politics and San Francisco. The Senate concluded the tribute, invited members to a reception, and announced that it would remain in recess before reconvening later in the week.

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• lot of people, he became a role model of someone who had struggles, had to step back, and then got healthy
• It created California's SSISP program, supplemental security for the aged, blind, and disabled.
• In fact, nobody, and I mean nobody, fought more for the poor, the aged, the blind, and the disabled than

Keywords: 987, senate, all

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• Older age groups are shown to have more incidents. USDA reports five equine cases.
• insecticide poisoning reports to America’s poison centers than reports of West Nile virus for the same age
• My wife and I are healthy people, and we read and think about our health for our family.

Committee: House Local Government

Keywords: 989, all

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• commitment to serving others and demonstrating extraordinary courage, composure, and selflessness at a young age
• commitment to serving others and demonstrating extraordinary courage, composure, and selflessness at a young age
• People today live full, active, healthy lives because of scientific progress and sustained investment

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• To maintain a healthy pavement preservation program. Mr.
• The average age of our bridges is actually over 50 years old.
• So, as you said, some of these are well past their age. Thank you, Mr. Chairman.

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• Again, I appreciate the opportunity to have this conversation, and I think it can be a very healthy discussion
• Today, what's the age of your aircraft? Well, it's a great question, sir. It's a mix right now.
• Is there an age requirement now for retirement at DPS? No, sir, there is not.

Bills: HB5097 , HB5513 , SB523 , SB857 , SB964 , SB1101 , SB2143 , SB2332 , SB2383 , HB 1108

Committee: House Homeland Security, Public Safety & Veterans' Affairs

Keywords: criminal history, background checks, government code, licensing, information access, rural law enforcement, child care grants, community support, law enforcement retention, advisory committee, SB 523, Texas driver’s license, alternative address, residential address, confidential address, address confidentiality, Department of Public Safety, DPS, Transportation Code, Section 521.1211

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• His absence, born from a courageous life given in service as a Marine at the tender age of 20, leaves
• And this is... ...one of those initiatives to keep that relationship healthy and strong.
• He, at a young age, started taking Xanax, and the Xanax led to... ...other substances.

Bills: HCR7 , HB1557 , HB1608 , HB2061 , HB2201 , HB2210 , HB2426 , HB2754 , HJR165 , HB2513 , HCR7

Committee: House S/C on Defense & Veterans' Affairs

Keywords: Veterans of Foreign Wars, veterans, commemoration, military service, recognition, September 29, waiver programs, toll roads, discount programs, transportation, affordable housing, land bank program, low-income households, Texas State Affordable Housing Corporation, HB 2061, Texas Transportation Code, Chapter 225, State Highway 242, Interstate Highway 69, Montgomery County

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• work together on surface transportation reauthorization and embark on what I hope will be the golden age
• I'm not going to hold up any projects and again bikes are healthy bikes oftentimes, many places move.
• Delaware we have the Cape May-Lewis ferry system, which received a $20 million grant to replace an aging

Committee: Senate Environment and Public Works Committee

Keywords: surface transportation, infrastructure reauthorization, bipartisan collaboration, safety, federal programs, funding challenges, bureaucracy, transportation needs, critical projects, public testimony

Summary: The committee meeting focused on the development of the next surface transportation reauthorization bill. Discussions centered around key principles aimed at improving the safety and reliability of the transportation network, reforming federal programs for efficiency, and addressing the diverse transportation needs across various states. Members emphasized the importance of bipartisan collaboration to streamline processes, eliminate bureaucratic delays, and ensure timely funding for critical infrastructure projects. There were also notable conversations about specific projects and funding challenges, reflecting the urgency for action and commitment to modernizing America's infrastructure.

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• from the UTMB School of Nursing, demonstrating their commitment to Galveston County and keeping it healthy
• As a cancer survivor, when I was diagnosed at the age of 36...
• Davis, relating to the age at which a child may express a preference to the court in issues regarding

Bills: HJR4 , HJR6 , HB195 , HB 13 , HB143 , HB135

Keywords: occupation tax, securities, financial regulation, tax exemption, legislative amendment, capital gains tax, realized gains, unrealized gains, investment income, asset sale, capital assets, wealth tax, estate tax, trust tax, tax limitation, constitutional amendment, Texas Constitution, Article VIII, property tax, sales tax

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• Our success supporting families to full-term healthy pregnancies, regardless of background, is unmatched
• projected Indicating that by 2030, we could face a shortage of 100,000 positions due to factors like an aging
• The leading cause of death for people aged 18 to 45 is fentanyl overdose, which naloxone reverses.

Committee: House Health Finance and Policy

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• Our base budget in AG appropriations was 4.7 billion dollars.
• that had continuity instead of just being once every so often it it also fluctuates, depending on the age
• We need additional funds to target proven researchers in strategic areas like a healthy Florida, advancing

Keywords: 999, senate, all

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• Beeville, Texas is known for its production of oil and gas, farming and ag, now in the future, industrial
• They do so much to help make our communities safer and more healthy.
• Our Constitution required Chief Justice Nathan Hecht to retire at the age of 75.

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• But at the same time, when you're my age, you can look back and say, "I did that."
• A camper is any individual who is 16 years of age or younger who is present and lodging at a camp for
• </c><02:24:43.760><c> or</c> individuals who are 19 years of age or individuals who are 19 years of age
• Three, an years of age or older.
• ,</c> dilapidation, deterioration, age, dilapidation, deterioration, age, obsolescence,<03:20:59.600>

Keywords: 920, all

Summary: The meeting included a Senate recognition ceremony honoring the Winona High School boys basketball team for winning the 2026 Alabama High School Athletic Association 5A state championship. A resolution was read commending the team for its 101-40 victory over Silicag, noting the team’s record-setting performance, Brendan Davis’s MVP honor, the contributions of other players, and Coach Cedric Lane’s leadership. Senators and the lieutenant governor praised the players’ sportsmanship, the school community, and the team’s historic season, and copies of the resolution were presented to the team, coaches, and administrators. Several guests and school representatives also spoke briefly, including the coach and principal, who thanked the Senate and noted the team’s success and the principal’s retirement after 35 years. After the recognition, the Senate returned to session and adopted the Committee on Rules report setting the special order calendar. The calendar included Senate Bill 99 on the Ten Commandments, Senate Bill 298 on Class 3 municipalities, House Bill 381 on camp safety, Senate Bill 370 on tax increment districts, Senate Bill 363 on the Department of Economic and Community Affairs, House Bill 466 on firefighters, House Bill 95 on elections, House Bill 259 on stablecoin, and Senate Bill 342 on education. The chamber then took up SB 99, sponsored by Senators Kelly and Sessions. Senator Kelly described the bill as requiring local school boards to display the Ten Commandments, together with founding documents such as the Declaration of Independence, Constitution, Bill of Rights, and Alabama Constitution preamble, in certain history classrooms and common areas for grades five through 12, using donated displays and funds when available. He said the bill was intended as a historical and educational measure, not religious instruction, and emphasized the inclusion of a disclaimer stating Alabama is not establishing a religion. After extended debate and a petition to close debate from the Rules Committee, the Senate voted on the bill by long roll and passed SB 99, with the recorded vote announced as 30 yeas and 4 nays.

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• Reoffense rates decline as individuals age and remain offense-free in the community.
• When I first entered the prison system at the age of 21, I was confronted with the stark reality and
• an unconstitutional When I first entered the prison system at the age of 21, I was confronted with a
• So I appreciate the healthy dialogue. I'm happy to continue it.
• Reoffense rates decline as individuals age and remain offense-free in the community.

Summary: The Assembly Public Safety Committee heard a long agenda of bills, with several authors presenting measures focused on probation, prison conditions, public safety, diversion, and infrastructure theft. Early in the hearing, AB 1816 by Assembly Member Davies proposed allowing courts to extend probation for up to one additional year for people convicted of registrable sex offenses who have not completed required treatment. Supporters, including the Chief Probation Officers of California, argued the bill would improve rehabilitation and public safety by allowing treatment to be completed; opponents, including public defenders and civil liberties groups, said existing revocation tools already address noncompliance and warned the bill was vague and would prolong supervision. The bill was later moved on call with an aye recommendation. The committee also heard AB 2593, which would prohibit non-medical staff from interfering with prescribed care for incarcerated patients; it drew broad support from medical, disability, public defender, and justice reform groups and passed to Appropriations. The consent calendar, including AB 1927 and AB 2502, was adopted without controversy. The committee then considered AB 1538 by Assembly Member Krell, which would bar elected or appointed officials from using political power for retaliation. Support came from a student activist and the California News Publishers Association, with additional support from education, law enforcement, and civil liberties groups; no opposition testimony was offered, and the bill passed to Appropriations. AB 2584 by Assembly Member Flora, as amended, would narrow civil liability for lawful defensive force; supporters framed it as protecting self-defense, while one opposition witness objected on behalf of labor and justice groups. The chair noted concerns about eliminating civil liability but still recommended aye, and the bill passed to Judiciary. AB 2217 by Assembly Member Zbur would rename and expand the LEAD diversion program as “Alternatives to Arrest,” broaden eligible offenses, and continue grant funding for local diversion efforts. Supporters emphasized reduced recidivism and service connections, and the bill was moved on call to Appropriations. Later, the committee took up AB 1941 by Assembly Member Mark Gonzalez, which would create an organized metal theft offense and a statewide data-sharing system to address copper theft and damage to public infrastructure. Supporters from utilities, cities, transit, telecom, and law enforcement described widespread outages, costly repairs, and public safety risks; opponents argued the bill would deepen criminalization and racial disparities and that non-carceral solutions were preferable. The author and supporters responded that the bill was needed to address repeated thefts that leave communities without lights, power, or 911 service, and the measure passed to Appropriations. Finally, AB 2499 by Assembly Member Gibson sought stronger protections for incarcerated people and workers from extreme heat and inadequate ventilation in state prisons. The bill was backed by incarcerated workers, family members of a woman who died from heat-related causes, and a wide coalition of public defender, civil rights, and prisoner advocacy groups. Members spoke emotionally about prison conditions and the need for humane treatment, and the bill passed to Labor and Employment with strong support.

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• It is an issue that we've been hearing more about, particularly the age group that we're looking at.
• And then building on STEM, trying to spark that interest at an early age, as early as even important.
• Cybersecurity risks will increase as legacy systems age.
• There's no age verification. They're not properly tested.
• We have a bill that's before you in ways and means right now, age 3043, 34.

Committee: Joint Joint Committee on Ways and Means

Keywords: 1212, all

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• Our goal is simply every child should have access to healthy meals so they can learn and grow and succeed
• access</c><00:25:27.960><c> to</c> every child should have access to every child should have access to healthy
• :29.760><c> can</c><00:25:30.000><c> learn</c><00:25:30.720><c> and</c><00:25:30.880><c> grow</c> healthy
• meals so they can learn and grow healthy meals so they can learn and grow and<00:25:31.680><c> succeed
• Also, there is another group of people ages 18 to 64 who recertify every 6 months as well, every 4 to

Committee: Senate Families & Children

Keywords: 958, all

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• Healthy, happy mom and healthy baby, not needing expensive postnatal care or social services.
• I followed in my parents' footsteps and I am a member of the working poor, and with that comes a healthy
• The individual claimed that her mother was in perfect health other than her advanced age.
• This patient empowerment encourages healthy competition, it lowers costs, and it provides greater access

Committee: House Insurance

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• tiers... ...putting this together and rounding it out, especially with the tiers, and addressing the age
• than their parents were at the same age.
• Chromebooks to facilitate learning beyond Normandy's collaborative school walls during this digital age
• clone books to facilitate learning beyond Normandy's collaborative school walls during this digital age
• I believe this is very important because you have this opportunity to learn cursive at that age.

Committee: House Elementary and Secondary Education

Summary: The committee first took up a combined substitute for House Bills 2115 and 1876, which would encourage cursive instruction and add a future cursive assessment. Members discussed that the substitute removed an immediate fifth-grade test and instead would phase in an assessment later, with no penalty for failure. Some members raised concerns about teacher training, costs, and added demands on elementary classrooms, while supporters said the measure was only a recommendation and could be improved on the floor. The committee adopted the substitute and then passed the House Committee Substitute for both bills on a roll call vote of 13-9, with several members present or absent. The committee then heard House Bill 2776, as amended and substituted, a teacher-certification bill aimed at addressing Missouri’s teacher shortage through a tiered associate certification system for pre-K and elementary grades. Sponsors explained that Tier 1 and Tier 2 certificates would be temporary and nonrenewable, with mentoring, literacy training, and a minimum salary floor, and that Tier 3 would lead to full certification and retirement-system participation. Members questioned the pay differential, the effect on teacher quality, the role of literacy training, and how the bill would treat leaves or incomplete years of service. After adopting an amendment and rolling it into a new substitute, the committee passed the House Committee Substitute for House Bill 2776 by a vote of 12-5 with one present. In open session, the committee heard House Bills 1698 and 2120 together, both anti-bullying measures that would strengthen reporting, parent notification, school-board awareness, and immunity protections for good-faith reporting. The sponsors described the bills as responses to a student bullying case that ended in suicide, and witnesses from the family gave emotional testimony urging immediate reporting and stronger accountability. Committee members raised questions about definitions of bullying, off-campus conduct, mandatory reporting to law enforcement, and the need to avoid sweeping in protected speech or sincerely held religious beliefs. No vote was taken on those bills in the portion provided. The committee then began testimony on House Bills 2230 and 2978, the Hands-on Learning Restoration Act, which would limit screen time and one-to-one device use in K-5 classrooms and emphasize books, paper, pencils, and cursive. Sponsors and supporters argued that heavy reliance on Chromebooks and other devices has harmed literacy, attention, and child development, citing low NAEP scores and research on handwriting and screen exposure. Teachers, physicians, and parents testified in support, while some members noted the bill may be too prescriptive and would need work on implementation, testing, and local flexibility. The hearing continued with additional testimony after the excerpt ended.

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• Between 2013 and 2016, OFCO identified 33 maltreatment-related deaths of children ages 0 to 3, in which
• About half of the critical incidents that we see are opioid-related, and children ages birth to three
• Senate Bill 6319, concerning the extension of time for certain welfare cases for children under the age
• Jumping right in, under this bill, if a child is under the age of five when the dependency petition is
• All ages of kids should be allowed protection from environments that are deadly. Thank you.

Bills: SB5979 , SB6308 , SB6319

Committee: Senate Human Services

Keywords: opioids, substance abuse, dependent children, child welfare, caregiver substance use, court orders, shelter care, judicial discretion, family law, early childhood, family services, diversion programs, court-ordered assessments, 904, all