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• So you feed them and you make them fat.

Summary: The committee held its first meeting and received an overview of the Pre-K-12 education appropriations jurisdiction and base budget. Staff explained that education funding is driven largely by enrollment and per-student formulas, with most money coming from state and local sources. The presentation highlighted the major budget areas: early learning, the Florida Education Finance Program (FEFP), non-FEFP K-12 programs, federal programs, and the State Board of Education. Members asked about instructional materials funding and how scholarship students who return to public schools are counted and funded; staff explained that instructional materials remain in the base and that funding depends on survey timing, with districts ultimately funded through the enrollment count process. The committee then reviewed federal IDEA funding for students with disabilities. Department of Education officials explained how IDEA Part B funds are split between state set-asides and local educational agencies, and noted that Florida ranked fourth nationally in total IDEA Part B funding and received a 95% state determination for meeting IDEA requirements. They also described the bureau’s responsibilities, including monitoring, dispute resolution, instructional support, and the Hope Florida unit for ages 3 to 5. Members asked for more information on student performance outcomes and how the state measures success beyond compliance, and the department agreed to provide follow-up data. The final major topic was the Florida Diagnostic and Learning Resources System (FDLRS), including associate centers, multidisciplinary centers, and specialized centers for deaf/hard of hearing and visually impaired students. Presenters described services such as child find, family support, assessments, professional learning, accessible instructional materials, and technical assistance. Committee members focused on whether families and schools have equal access to services across the state, how IEP disputes and reevaluations are handled, and whether more support is needed for parents, teachers, and rural districts. FDLRS representatives said they do not write IEPs but help connect families to districts, provide training and assessments, and support compliance and data collection; they also emphasized staffing and resource needs, especially for low-incidence disabilities and multilingual family outreach.

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• credit and limiting eligibility to tax credit and limiting eligibility to domestic<00:37:25.359> feed
• <00:37:25.680> stocks,<00:37:26.400> this<00:37:26.640> majority domestic feed
• stocks, this majority domestic feed stocks, this majority delivered<00:37:27.680> long-term<00
• These are all common-sense policies that allow our farmers to feed, fuel, and clothe the world without
• These are all common-sense policies that allow our farmers to feed, fuel, and clothe the world without

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

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• than your run-of-the-mill thieving that's done by somebody who's, say, on drugs and is just trying to feed
• If the reason you're trying to do it is to feed a drug habit, you're in the wrong field and you're not

Keywords: 987, senate, all

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• and I would love to see a study as to why that's done and address that problem because I think that feeds
• and I would love to see a study as to why that's done and address that problem because I think that feeds

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• legal to eat nuisance beavers because there are people in my district that that's literally how they feed
• legal to eat nuisance beavers because there are people in my district that that's literally how they feed

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• similarities are that they sleep a lot when they're babies, they fill their diapers, and you get to feed
• If kids are dealing with autism or depression, suicide, sexual abuse, all of those things are feeding

Bills: LB815A, LB838A, LB912A, LB972A, LB1126A, LB962A, LB1114, LB921, LB937, LB803, LB803A, LB1032, LB1032A, LB1075, LB1075A, LB889, LB878, LB933, LB304, LB304A, LB1096, LB1096A, LB1165, LB1165A, LB958, LB958A, LB762, LB1187, LB966, LB929, LB962, LB753, LB788, LB913, LB1055, LB1195, LB429, LB721, LB722, LB727, LB743, LB745, LB749, LB778, LB787

Keywords: LB815A, LB815, appropriation, appropriations bill, Nebraska Department of Revenue, Motor Fuel Tax Enforcement and Collection Cash Fund, motor fuel tax, gas tax, fuel tax, tax enforcement, tax collection, cash fund, budget, state spending, per diem, salaries, fiscal year, enrollment and review, final reading, Nebraska

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• Rodenticides are an important tool for our members, whether it's regarding protecting animal feed that's
• Rodenticides are an important tool for our members, whether it's regarding protecting animal feed that's

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• information that the is uh using that information that the OIG<01:38:20.880> is<01:38:21.040> feeding
• 22.159> our<01:38:22.400> leadership<01:38:22.719> to Director Gro said OIG is feeding

Bills: HF3379

Keywords: housing stabilization, disability services, predatory funding, provider requirements, housing accessibility, 1183, house

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• Vehicle scales in Minnesota are used in the farming industry for commodities such as grain, feed, and
• Vehicle scales in Minnesota are used in the farming industry for commodities such as grain, feed, and

Keywords: 1183, house

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• Um, and you almost, you're almost feeding the fear.
• We ask them to feed them, to help clothe them, to keep them in after-school programs.

Keywords: 928, house, all

Summary: The committee met in executive session on Senate Bill 72, a parental rights in education measure, and considered an amendment offered by Representative Raymond. Raymond explained that his changes were intended to narrow the bill so it would not force schools to act as “surveillance operatives” for parents, especially regarding older students, and to avoid requiring teachers to disclose private family matters such as a student’s sexual orientation or pronouns. He also struck the bill’s “clear and convincing” standard and replaced it with a lower “evidence” standard, arguing teachers should have some basis for concern but not a burden equivalent to terminating parental rights. He said the amendment was meant to preserve due process, avoid weaponizing the bill in civil disputes, and reduce the risk of lawsuits. Members then debated the scope of the bill and amendment. Supporters said schools should not withhold information about a child’s health, school environment, behavior, bullying, self-harm, or criminal conduct, and argued that parents have a right to know about serious issues such as mental health concerns, sexual assault, drug use, or other misconduct. Several members emphasized that teachers do not diagnose mental illness, but should report observable concerns and involve school administrators or counselors when necessary. Opponents argued the bill would chill communication between students and trusted adults at school, especially for children from dysfunctional or unsafe homes, and said it could force outing of gay or trans students and increase the risk of harm or self-harm. One member cited the Department of Education’s trusted-adult approach and said teachers are not covered by formal confidentiality rules in the same way as lawyers or doctors. The discussion included examples and hypotheticals about bullying, sexual assault, drug use, self-harm, gender dysphoria, and whether a teacher would have to tell parents if a student used different pronouns or a nickname. Raymond and supporters said the bill would require disclosure of serious safety concerns but not compel teachers to diagnose or pry into private matters. Opponents argued the bill’s language still sweeps too broadly and could force disclosure in situations where a student fears abuse or being kicked out at home. The transcript does not show a final vote on the amendment or bill in the excerpt provided.

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• that this bill is still problematic because of the custody language. having trouble with the audio feed
• on having trouble with the audio feed on your<02:01:16.480> end<02:01:16.760> I<02:01:

Keywords: 910, house, all

Summary: At the joint hearing on SB 951 SD2, the committees heard testimony on a child protection measure requiring mandatory child abuse and neglect reports to include military status and to improve communication between DHS and the Department of Defense. The U.S. Department of Defense testified in support and described its coordinated community response process for abuse reports, saying the bill would help ensure child safety and better coordination with DHS. DHS was initially absent, later appeared, and said it supported the measure but was still working with DOD on implementation details and staff training. Members asked about how DHS becomes involved and whether there were gaps in the current process. The chair recommended passage with technical amendments, including changing the effective date to 7/1/25 and conforming related language, and both committees adopted the recommendation by vote. The Public Safety committee then heard SB 1377 SD2, which would create a Veterans Cemeteries Board within the Office of Veterans Services in the Department of Defense to provide guidance, education, and technical assistance to state veteran cemeteries. DOD supported the bill and explained that county-run cemeteries must meet National Cemetery Administration standards to remain eligible for federal reimbursements and grants; witnesses described past compliance problems at several cemeteries, including one still not compliant in Hilo, and said the board would help counties prepare for future site visits and improve oversight without taking over operations. Members asked about costs, reimbursement amounts, and whether the state would assume cemetery operations; DOD said the current reimbursement process runs through the state to the counties and that direct takeover would be costly. The committee adopted the chair’s recommendation to pass the bill with amendments. The committee also heard SB 1382, which would make intentionally or knowingly causing bodily injury to a National Guard member performing duty a class C felony. The Hawaii National Guard and HPD supported the bill, citing incidents during the Maui response where Guard members encountered noncompliant and sometimes physically confrontational individuals while assisting police and protecting impacted areas. Testimony emphasized that Guard members are often unarmed and should receive protections similar to first responders. One witness opposed the bill, but the committee moved forward and adopted the chair’s recommendation to pass with amendments. Finally, the committee took up SB 1379 SD2 on emergency preparedness and Community Readiness Centers. Hawaii Emergency Management supported the bill, and supporters said it would create a statewide framework for resilience hubs that can provide supplies, action plans, and refuge during disasters. Testimony highlighted recent hurricanes, wildfires, and other hazards, and argued the measure would complement existing county efforts rather than replace them. County of Hawaii testimony opposed the bill, raising concerns about overlap and cost, while members asked about estimated expenses and implementation. The discussion ended with questions about planning and whether the bill would enhance existing programs; no final vote was captured in the excerpt.

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• Anybody's recovered any money from either the federal government or the state with the fraud from Feeding
• Anybody's recovered any money from either the federal government or the state with the fraud from Feeding

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• up in a really small community, 600 people, and I've been to enough pancake breakfasts and Whopper feeds
• to document what was done there so that that individual understood the particular bowel program, feeding

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• of the monthly rent charged by landlords for each owned unit, prohibiting landlords from using algorithms

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• He said they have only one mouth to feed but two hands.
• committee moved into executive session and planned to start with House Bill 1715. have only one mouth to feed
• but they have only one mouth to feed but they have<03:45:44.800> two<03:45:45.040> hands.

Keywords: 928, house, all

Summary: The hearing focused primarily on House Bill 1087 and House Bill 123, both related to firearms. HB 1087 was introduced as a Second Amendment measure, but after questions from the chair and discussion with law enforcement, the sponsor agreed it should be set aside and referred to a study committee for further review, rather than advanced as written. The New Hampshire Chiefs of Police Association testified in opposition to the bill as written, while also indicating support for the sponsor’s proposed amendment or a study approach. The bulk of the discussion centered on HB 123, which would require the return of firearms after a not guilty verdict or dismissal. The sponsor and several members described the bill’s purpose as speeding up the return of property, but law enforcement and judicial branch witnesses raised concerns about federal law, the need to ensure a person is still legally eligible to possess firearms, and the bill’s 24-hour return requirement. Witnesses from the State Police and judicial branch explained the current process, including background checks through the state police gun line, and said the existing procedure already aims to return firearms promptly while allowing time to verify disqualifying information. Members and witnesses discussed possible amendments, including removing language that would bar background checks and instead tying return of firearms to completion of the check within a set time frame. Judicial branch and State Police witnesses said a process that requires a background check and return within a reasonable period, with notice if there is a delay or denial, would better address safety and legal concerns. The hearing ended without a vote; the committee closed the public hearing and indicated it would continue working on the language before executive session.

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• I want to be clear, I'm not saying don't take input, don't solicit the kinds of conversations that feed
• I want to be clear, I'm not saying don't take input, don't solicit the kinds of conversations that feed
• evaluating the mechanisms in the PBR framework, evaluating whether the outcomes are met, which will feed

Keywords: 912, senate, all

Summary: The Senate Commerce and Consumer Protection Committee held an informational briefing on the Public Utilities Commission’s performance-based regulation (PBR) framework and the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs’ whistleblower complaint process. Chair Jared Kohole opened the meeting, noted it was informational only with no public testimony, and explained that members would hear presentations and then have an opportunity for questions. The committee heard first from Ulupono Initiative, which provided background on why utilities are regulated, how Hawaii’s cost-of-service model and rate cases work, and why PBR was adopted to shift utility incentives away from a capital-investment bias and toward performance, efficiency, cost control, and policy goals such as renewable energy and reliability. Ulupono described Hawaii’s PBR structure as a five-year multi-year rate plan with annual revenue adjustments, a customer dividend, a Z factor for extraordinary exogenous events, and an exceptional project recovery mechanism for large projects. It also outlined performance incentive mechanisms tied to renewable portfolio standard progress, interconnection speed, reliability, and shared savings. The presentation said the current docket is evaluating a possible hybrid approach that would combine forward-looking forecasting with historical results, and Ulupono advocated for stronger incentives, arguing the current rewards are too small relative to utility revenues and should be more meaningful to better align utility behavior with legislative intent. The PUC then presented its own overview, emphasizing that the PBR docket is open and active and that the briefing was limited to the record to avoid ex parte concerns. The commission described the development of PBR in Hawaii through multiple phases beginning in 2018: an initial collaborative phase to set goals, a formal contested-case phase that produced the initial framework, later phases adding scorecards, reported metrics, and additional performance incentive mechanisms, and subsequent refinements including sunset of some mechanisms and adjustments after the August 2023 Maui wildfires. The PUC said the framework is intended to be customer-centric, administratively efficient, and protective of utility financial integrity, and that current work includes evaluating how to balance forward-looking and historical test-year approaches within the rebasing process. No votes or formal actions were taken at the briefing.

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• It's not taxing board feed.<01:06:19.680> It's<01:06:19.839> taxing<01:06:20.240> the
• 01:06:20.480> net<01:06:20.799> value<01:06:21.039> of<01:06:21.280> a feed
• It's taxing the net value of a feed.

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• legislature kids now not about the legislature dragging<02:02:45.880> gets<02:02:46.040> feed
• <02:02:46.280> and<02:02:46.400> doing<02:02:46.639> study dragging gets feed
• and doing study dragging gets feed and doing study commission<02:02:47.440> I<02:02:47.520>

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• investment from third-party investors and private equity, as Chairman Nap mentioned earlier, that can feed
• chairman Nap mentioned earlier that can chairman Nap mentioned earlier that can uh<03:08:14.720> feed
• 15.439> and<03:08:15.760> help<03:08:16.000> help<03:08:16.399> resolve uh feed
• into that and help help resolve uh feed into that and help help resolve some<03:08:16.880> of

Keywords: 916, all

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• violence in the state of Minnesota, and there's been a lot of discussion as far as how mental health feeds
• discussion as far as how mental health discussion as far as how mental health feel<03:10:00.479> feeds
• <03:10:02.800> This feel feeds into this crisis. This feel feeds into this crisis.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all