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• They do not help public safety.
• They do not help public safety.
• They do not help public safety.
• They do not help public safety.
• They do not help public safety.

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• situation involving reckless conduct, but rather was an accident between two individuals whose paths intersected
• accident between two individuals<03:39:37.960> whose<03:39:38.279> path<03:39:38.560> intersected
• individuals whose path intersected individuals whose path intersected resulting<03:39:39.680>

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• items that were added for the Hill Yard Technical School, Gerardo Tech School, Center for School Safety
• For school safety, career centers capital, Sykeson's Tech Center, Huntsville Library, and the Phelps
• Page 201 is the Public Safety section. There are six items.
• maintenance issues, as well as surveys, appraisals, space utilization, and energy conservation or safety
• Page 199 is the public safety section. There are 34 requests.

Keywords: 959, house, all

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• the bond between state and<00:13:58.959> local<00:13:59.279> public<00:13:59.600> safety
• <00:14:00.800> His and local public safety partners.
• His and local public safety partners.
• the beloved community, championing civil and human rights, and practicing solidarity across our intersections
• Beloved community, championing civil and human rights, and practicing solidarity across our intersections

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, 1012, house, all

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• CR is dedicated to amplifying the voice of consumers to promote safety, digital rights, financial fairness
• ,<00:04:35.120> digital consumers to promote safety, digital consumers to promote safety,
• the increased concerns over the health effects of phthalates and the fact that the Consumer Product Safety
• Food manufacturers do frequent testing to make sure their products meet nutrition promises and safety
• safety. Thank you. safety. Thank you. Thank<00:30:31.600> you,<00:30:31.840> Mr.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• But this intersects with us in two ways. First of all, the recreational component.
• Reinforced through youth programs like 4-H shooting sports, young people learn firearm safety, discipline
• We take snowshoeing and skiing trips every year and we incorporate lessons on winter safety and survival
• We take snowshoeing and skiing trips every year and we incorporate lessons on winter safety and survival

Bills: SF0025, SF0027, SF0043, SF0066

Keywords: landowner licenses, hunting, wildlife management, quota hunt areas, game and fish commission, game management, hunting regulations, black bear, tracking dogs, wildlife conservation, conservation, contracting, supervisor, funding, districts, hunting licenses, donated licenses, life-threatening illness, vision impairment, nonprofit organizations

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• Members, we have two presentations today regarding the intersection between what's happening in Washington
• Commerce, one at the Department of Health, two at Agriculture, and then 20 at the Department of Public Safety
• And I was struck by the fact that you have 20 different awards at the Department of Public Safety that
• <00:53:08.960> that<00:53:09.200> have Department of Public Safety that have Department
• of Public Safety that have been<00:53:09.680> disrupted.

Keywords: 1183, house

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• But what I will say is their primaries kind of exist at an intersection of state law, party rule, and

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The Special Joint Committee on Initiative Petitions held a public hearing on Initiative Petition 25-12, H.503, a proposal to implement all-party state primaries for Massachusetts state and federal elections. The committee opened with procedural remarks explaining Article 48 requirements and then heard first from two subject-matter experts. Professor Costas Panagopoulos of Northeastern University testified that top-two primary systems in other states have produced mixed results: they may modestly increase primary turnout in some cases, but the research does not show a reliable reduction in polarization, and such systems can weaken party gatekeeping, increase strategic behavior, raise campaign spending, and reduce general-election choice for voters whose preferred party is not on the ballot. Katie King of the National Conference of State Legislatures outlined the different primary models used nationwide, explained that Massachusetts currently uses an open-to-unaffiliated primary, and reviewed legal distinctions between blanket primaries and top-two systems; she noted that blanket primaries were struck down by the Supreme Court, while Washington’s top-two system was upheld because it narrows the field rather than nominating party candidates. She also said voter education and administrative preparation would be important if the system changed. The proponents’ panel, led by Danielle Allen of the Coalition for Healthy Democracy, argued that Massachusetts has chronically uncompetitive elections, low turnout, and too many uncontested races, and that all-party primaries would give every voter a meaningful choice in the first round and force candidates to appeal to a broader electorate. Allen said the proposal is designed specifically for Massachusetts and differs from other states by allowing party endorsements to appear on the ballot, which supporters said would preserve useful information while shifting control of the preliminary election from party insiders to voters. Jim Henderson, the coalition’s counsel, said the bill is narrowly tailored to state-level primaries and would amend Chapter 53 to put all voters on equal footing. Other supporters, including Kevin Johnson, Kate Kavanaugh, and Spencer Reynolds, emphasized that the reform could increase competition, reduce polarization, improve participation by independents and underrepresented voters, and create more accountability to the full electorate. Committee members pressed the witnesses on turnout, the practical effect of endorsements, whether the proposal would simply shift party influence to an earlier stage, and whether it could disadvantage minority-party or independent candidates. Senator Fattman repeatedly asked about evidence that turnout would materially increase, while Representative Peisch and others questioned whether requiring or seeking endorsements would create new barriers or pressure candidates to clear the field. Supporters responded that the system would modestly increase primary participation, that the general election would remain the decisive contest, and that endorsements would be optional and handled through party rules. No vote was taken at the hearing; the committee heard testimony and questions only.

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• little precincts that were right across the street from each other or catty-cornered across the intersection

Bills: HB569, HB766, HB1638, HB2316, HB2773, HB2785, HB3113, HB3709, HB3775, HB4275

Keywords: early voting, ballot correction, voting rights, election integrity, mail-in voting, voter notification, HB 766, precinct chair, precinct chair candidate, ballot application, Texas Election Code, Section 172.021, election administration, candidate filing, party precinct chair, county party, political party office, email address, telephone number, confidential candidate information

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• The intersection of these three topics is something my office. and I have been researching over the past

Bills: SB37, SB1489, SB452, SB724, SB1067, SB1741, SB1273

Keywords: higher education, curriculum review, governing board, faculty council, ombudsman, faculty governance, decision-making, transparency, public meetings, department head, employment approval, public institutions, institutional oversight, education, funding, accountability, state budget, school performance, employment, Texas legislation

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• Make sure that when it comes to school safety.
• Members, this amendment creates a straightforward, but vital safety valve.
• This is about the safety of every schoolchild in the state of Texas.
• It's just a safety net.
• Children's safety is too important.

Bills: SB2, HB2, HB2000, HB2196, HB213, HB222, HB645, HB1458, HB 1022, HB141, HB502, HB643, HB3093, HB1700, HB 117, SB503, SB2, HB 120, HB20, HB150, HB6, HB 100, HB210, HB215, HB1393, HB 1151, HB 1268, HB142, HB451, HB 124, HB2, HB2000, HB2196, HB213, HB222, HB645, HB1458, HB 1022, HB141, HB502, HB643, HB3093, HB1700, HB 117

Keywords: public education, teacher compensation, certification, funding, school finance, educator rights, education funding, charter schools, staff compensation, state aid, retention allotment, child grooming, sex offender registration, criminal justice, reportable conviction, law enforcement, virtual education, hybrid learning, school funding, average daily attendance

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• expedite and address public safety expedite and address public safety concerns<01:45:58.560>
• <01:51:24.679> we ation with the Department of Safety we ation with the Department of Safety
• We want to increase it for road safety.
• We want to increase it for road safety.
• We want to increase it for road safety.

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• What kind of protect public safety.
• To be released to protect public safety.
• It causes more harm than public safety.
• > and<01:30:06.320> it It supports public safety and it It supports public safety and it
• ,<02:23:39.439> uh, Um, so it's all about child safety, uh, Um, so it's all about child safety

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• If you haven't, I encourage you to do so because that's where you see this intersection between research
• Training enhances operational efficiency, responder safety, and mutual aid interoperability.

Keywords: 908, all

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• If you haven't, I encourage you to do so because that's where you see this intersection between research
• The training enhances operational efficiency, responder safety, and mutual aid interoperability.

Summary: The Higher Education Institutions Committee met at NDSU and heard an extensive presentation from President David Cook/President Stewart and NDSU leadership on the university’s priorities, including enrollment, student success, research growth, and use of New Horizons funding. Leaders emphasized NDSU’s land-grant mission, its role in workforce development, and its goal of becoming more distinctive through strategic planning, recruitment and retention, commercialization, and partnerships. They highlighted that NDSU awarded 2,370 degrees in 2025, produces a large share of the state’s engineering, nursing, and agriculture graduates, and reported strong outcomes for graduates staying and working in North Dakota. They also noted enrollment headwinds, competition from other institutions, and the need to manage tuition waivers more carefully through a scholarship optimization effort. Provost Sherry Vale outlined academic stewardship efforts, including review or consolidation of low-producing programs, strategic hiring tied to institutional priorities, faculty workload policy changes, and expanded online and regional offerings. She said the university is using New Horizons dollars to strengthen advising, student support, and programs in engineering, agriculture, and health. NDSU leaders also described new or expanded academic offerings such as robotics and automation, artificial intelligence, material science and engineering, nuclear engineering certificates, accelerated nursing, nurse practitioner certificates, a Master of Health Administration, and a clinical research master’s program with Sanford Health. They stressed that these investments are intended to improve student completion, meet workforce needs, and increase return on public investment. The committee also heard testimony from students and recent graduates who described the value of NDSU’s education, mentorship, internships, research opportunities, and support services. Alyssa Hodges spoke about pharmacy education, public health work, and campus support as a parent and student; Ethan Blessy described engineering coursework, internships with Marvin, and career preparation; and Aiden Freolic discussed neuroscience research, federally funded projects, and plans for graduate study. Their testimony was followed by presentations on partnerships with Gateway to Science for K-12 STEM outreach and with Sanford Research on biomedical research, clinical trials, obesity research, and a joint biostatistics hire. NDSU also highlighted systemwide shared services, Governor’s School programming, and research growth, including a reported 8% increase in research expenditures from $199 million to $215 million. No bill votes were taken; the meeting was informational and featured presentations, testimony, and discussion of future planning and partnerships.

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• I want to speak to the direct intersection between what is happening with this redistricting effort and
• Louisianaans deserve leaders who believe in educational uplift and a safety net that protects all citizens

Bills: SB116, SB121, SB130, SB407

Keywords: redistricting, congressional districts, Louisiana, 2020 census, elections, precincts, voting, election, political representation, 2026 precincts, demographics, Louisiana congressional map, U.S. House, election districts, precinct shapefiles, Voting Districts, VTD, 2020 Census, 2026 Precinct Shapefiles, apportionment

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• It's the baseload power that we need for the future, for our industry, and for safety.
• We do feel like having a carbon-free requirement in this state and having the intersection of basically

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• > would interesting approach um where that would interesting approach um where that would intersect
• with collective bargaining and intersect with collective bargaining and local<00:37:56.520> school
• certain allocations off of a grant that is a new, like the Safe Grants, for example, for building safety
• certain allocations off of a grant that is a new, like the Safe Grants, for example, for building safety
• certain allocations off of a grant that is a new, like the Safe Grants, for example, for building safety

Keywords: 928, house, all

Summary: The committee took up HB 651, a school-funding bill that would raise the base cost of an adequate education and increase differentiated aid for students in poverty, English language learners, and special education. The chair opened with housekeeping notices about parking and eating in committee spaces, and noted a revised fiscal note would be distributed. Representative David Luneau presented the bill as part of a broader package of public school funding measures, explaining that HB 651 builds on HB 550 and is intended to respond to court rulings and the ongoing school-funding litigation by adjusting both the base adequacy amount and equity-based funding factors. Luneau said the bill would raise the state’s adequacy grant from about $4,100 to $7,351 per student and increase differentiated aid, while also updating statutory language so future recalculations include the court-identified resource elements. He argued the measure is about fairness and shifting more of the burden from local property taxpayers to the state, not about increasing overall education spending. He reviewed fiscal-note figures indicating the bill would add roughly $576 million to the state share of school funding, bringing the total state share to about $1.65 billion, and said the note also mentions possible effects on charter schools and vouchers. Committee members asked about the evidence supporting higher costs for low-income and English learner students, how long ESL funding should continue, why free-and-reduced-lunch aid remains higher than special education aid, whether the formula is based on enrollment or average daily membership, and whether the bill is truly equitable across districts of different sizes and needs. Luneau and later witness Zach Shen of the New Hampshire School Funding Fairness Project said the bill is supported by research and court findings, that the current formula relies heavily on local property taxes, and that shifting more funding to the state would reduce property-tax pressure and help address disparities among districts. Shen also cited broad public support for the related HB 550 testimony and said HB 651 is intended as a step toward a more equitable funding system. No vote or final action was taken in the portion provided.

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• engagement and neighborhood revitalization, Councilwoman Rogers brings a deep commitment to public safety

Bills: HB145, HB164, HJR6, HR1, HB20, HB65, HB66, HB80, HB166, HB295, HB306, SB29, SB37, HB99, HB206, HB213, HB270, HJR5, SB104, SB193, HJM2, HJM3, HJM1, HM7, HM17, HM4, HM22, HM23, HM24, HM26, HM2, HM16, HM32, HM13, HM47, HM20, HM51, HM1, HM31, HM35, HM36, HM46, HM53, HM54, HM39, HM11, HM14, HM21, HM34, HM50

Keywords: high-wage jobs, tax credit, job creation, New Mexico, economic development, lobbying, transparency, public records, government oversight, accountability, constitutional amendment, legislative sessions, veto override, New Mexico legislature, session length, House Resolution 1, HR1, House investigatory subcommittee, special committee, legislative investigation

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• <01:32:12.800> would roads, clean water, public safety would roads, clean water, public safety
• Every zoning district. of promoting health, safety and general of promoting health, safety and general
• <02:21:48.800> in some references to health and safety in some references to health and safety
• ,<02:24:08.399> and that protect public health, safety, and that protect public health, safety
• I prayed for the safety of my squad at all times and never just for myself.

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