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• Most importantly, the four-day school week preserves local control.
• transparency regarding program structure and oversight, provides appropriate accountability, and preserves
• SB 441 will support parental engagement and preserve parental choice in selecting the educational environment
• SB 441 will support parental engagement and preserve parental choice in selecting the educational environment
• SB 441 allows Louisiana's non-public schools to preserve a tradition of academic excellence, complete

Bills: HB624, HB1022, HB1203, SB82, SB206, SB305, SB376, SB441

Keywords: school safety, emergency operations plan, crisis management, active shooter, drills, training, classroom security, primary health services, behavioral health, school health providers, medical necessity, student health care, education, school week, instructional time, public schools, performance score, student athletes, cardiovascular health, sudden cardiac arrest

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• and balancing accounts allow utilities to track incremental, hard-to-predict costs while still preserving
• of rising rates, particularly the growing share of policy costs placed onto utility bills, while preserving
• We will, in Section 21080.39B3, add in state parks and national preserves.
• “[It] will clarify project scope for projects within state parks, national preserves, national monuments
• CEQA exemption somewhat limited for state parks, national parks, wilderness areas, and national preserves

Summary: The committee heard several energy, water, and utility bills. SB 919 by Senator Grayson would extend the biomethane monetary incentive program through 2030 and authorize additional funding to support renewable natural gas projects by reducing interconnection costs. Supporters said high interconnection costs and the current tax treatment are major barriers to methane reduction projects; opponents, including TURN and environmental groups, raised ratepayer cost concerns and objected to rate-basing and additional public funding. The author said amended language would remove the rate-basing provisions and instead urge the CPUC to act quickly on its pending decision. SB 931 by Senator Laird would reauthorize the Community Impact Mitigation Program for the Diablo Canyon plant through 2030 to continue funding local emergency preparedness, fire protection, public safety, and school district costs. The County of San Luis Obispo and labor groups supported the bill, while TURN opposed it as a statewide ratepayer subsidy that could be funded from existing PG&E revenues instead of higher rates. Members discussed the bill in the context of the 2022 Diablo Canyon extension deal and the possibility of a future longer extension. SB 1215 by Senator Cortese would direct the CPUC to set deployment targets for EV charging in multifamily housing and evaluate progress, with amendments aimed at affordability and limiting system upgrade costs. Supporters said renters are largely locked out of home charging and that prior utility programs proved cost-effective; no opposition testified. SB 1359 by Senator Stern would require more deliberate CPUC review before major gas system investments, emphasizing electrification and non-pipeline alternatives. Gas utilities and several industry groups opposed it, arguing it could undermine the obligation to serve, create safety and reliability risks, and change the regulatory compact. The committee also heard SB 1125 by Senator Menjivar, presented by Senator Gonzalez, which would establish a statewide low-income water rate assistance program upon appropriation. Water agencies, environmental groups, and local governments supported the measure, while one member expressed concern that it lacked a funding source and could not overcome Proposition 218 limits; the bill was moved to Appropriations and the roll was left open. Finally, SB 1098 by Senator Perez would restrict the use of long-running memorandum and balancing accounts by investor-owned utilities, require exceptional circumstances for new accounts, and add sunset and cost-sharing requirements. Consumer advocates and large energy users supported tighter oversight, while the utilities and business groups opposed the bill as too rigid and potentially harmful to flexibility for wildfire, emergency, and safety-related costs.

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• Otherwise, the rest of it is adding references to the Minnesota Indian Family Preservation Act.
• Schools enjoy freedom to innovate for their students while preserving the benefits and support that a
• Schools enjoy freedom to innovate for their students while preserving the benefits and support that a
• </c><00:37:12.240><c> the</c><00:37:12.480><c> benefits</c><00:37:12.880><c> and</c> while preserving
• the benefits and while preserving the benefits and support<00:37:13.359><c> that</c><00:37:13.599><c

Bills: HF3714, HF4399, HF4176, HF2544, HF60, HF4231, HF4232

Keywords: foster care, child welfare, enrollment priority, education programs, child care assistance, education, school board, elections, local governance, school district, site-governed schools, education reform, local control, autonomy, interchange, bond issuance, transportation, infrastructure funding, Sherburne County, student eligibility

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• </c> Our community and economic development efforts are often firmly based on our ability to preserve
• based on our efforts are often firmly based on our ability<00:20:09.280><c> to</c><00:20:09.520><c> preserve
• </c><00:20:09.840><c> the</c><00:20:10.160><c> unique</c><00:20:10.559><c> local</c> ability to preserve
• the unique local ability to preserve the unique local history<00:20:11.280><c> of</c><00:20:11.520><
• </c><00:20:27.280><c> local</c> supporting civic life, preserving local supporting civic life, preserving

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• ><c> payment</c><00:37:30.079><c> limit</c> In 2015, when inpatient rolled into managed care, to preserve
• inatient rolled in to managed<00:37:54.079><c> care</c><00:37:55.280><c> to</c><00:37:55.680><c> preserve
• </c><00:37:56.240><c> the</c><00:37:56.720><c> upper</c> managed care to preserve the upper managed care
• to preserve the upper payment<00:37:57.440><c> limit</c><00:37:57.920><c> that</c><00:37:58.240><c>
• </c><01:22:37.520><c> these</c><01:22:37.920><c> hospitals</c> find a way to preserve these hospitals

Keywords: Medicaid - Room 216, 4 February, 2026; 2:00 PM, 925, all

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• And then the last thing is that we need to preserve federal funding.
• :20.480><c> to</c> then the last thing is that we need to then the last thing is that we need to preserve
• </c><00:32:22.240><c> So</c><00:32:22.919><c> again,</c><00:32:23.919><c> all</c> preserve federal funding
• So again, all preserve federal funding.
• In fact, we have made sure to preserve all of their job duties at DHS.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• ><c> historical,</c> For decades, Israel, Jordan, and the international community have worked to preserve
• the longstanding status quo, preserve the longstanding status quo, not<03:27:40.560><c> because</c><
• </c><03:28:13.200><c> peace</c><03:28:13.520><c> and</c> efforts that preserve peace and efforts that
• our legacy for future preserve our legacy for future generations<06:20:40.480><c> just</c><06:20:40.878
• our heritage, and strengthen preserve our heritage, and strengthen our<06:22:02.000><c> communities.

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, 1012, house, all

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• consciously chosen this affiliation as a means of service to promote community initiatives, health preservation
• relative to deferring the cost of certain equipment and software services, conversion of records, and preservation

Bills: HR133, HR134, HR135, HR136, HR137, HR138, HR139, HR140, HR141, HR142, HR143, HR144, HR145, HR146, HR147, HR148, HR149, HR150, HR151, HR152, HR119, HR120, HR121, HR122, HR123, HR125, HR126, HR127, HR128, HR129, HR130, HR131, HR132, HCR53, HCR54, HCR55, HCR56, SCR3, SCR22, SB4, SB18, SB66, SB106, SB201, SB256, SB274, SB292, SB326, SB386, SB406, SB422, SB423, SB456, SB475, HCR3, HB1, HB3, HB27, HB71, HB214, HB225, HB241, HB244, HB306, HB312, HB313, HB314, HB345, HB366, HB383, HB446, HB473, HB511, HB514, HB655, HB730, HB743, HB836, HB983, HB1027, HB1037, HB1043, HB1082, HB1091, HB1096, HB1103, HB1126, HB1167, HB1174, HB1175, HB1230, HB1237, HB1238, SB162, SB349, SB350, SB382, SB383, HB76, HB132, HB181, HB210, HB250, HB265, HB275, HB291, HB322, HB342, HB475, HB486, HB616, HB635, HB639, HB690, HB740, HB757, HB761, HB774, HB808, HB855, HB872, HB883, HB886, HB903, HB949, HB962, HB996, HB1003, HB1036, HB1054, HB1071, HB1076, HB1078, HB1113, HB1132, HB1146, HB1232, HB1233, HB21, HB24, HB29, HB31, HB39, HB45, HB77, HB136, HB150, HB263, HB273, HB299, HB315, HB376, HB377, HB431, HB444, HB450, HB519, HB533, HB538, HB559, HB562, HB663, HB664, HB715, HB717, HB805, HB822, HB823, HB834, HB864, HB867, HB1017, HB1018, HB1068, HB1134, HB1137, HB1234, HB1235, HB1236, HB961, HB399, HB868, HB905, HB180, HB192, HB284, HB476, HB915, HB952, HB1006, HB401, HB51, HB58, HB140, HB982, HB1010, HB750, HB911, HB977, HB901, HR20, HR74, HB9, HB151, HB193, HB310, HB393, HB459, HB577, HB582, HB605, HB614, HB615, HB682, HB733, HB773

Keywords: commendation, leadership, energy sector, Shell USA, Louisiana pride, House Resolution 134, HR134, honorary resolution, Bob Lupo, Robert E. Smith Lupo, Lakeview, New Orleans, civic service, philanthropy, real estate development, Hurricane Katrina recovery, community service, charitable giving, public recognition, Louisiana House of Representatives

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• Anne was instrumental in ensuring that Carlsbad's growth was balanced with environmental preservation
• She served on the boards of many coastal preservation groups, as well as the North County Transit District

Summary: The Senate convened with a quorum, offered a prayer recognizing World Water Day and the challenges of water scarcity, and then proceeded with several floor introductions. Members welcomed wildlife photographer Alice Cahill, outgoing California Department of Fish and Wildlife Director Chuck Bonham, Avalon Fire Chief Michael Alegria, and a delegation of Cal Poly Pomona students participating in CSU advocacy activities. The chamber also received a message that the Assembly had passed AB 2156, and the Senate approved the March 16-19 journals as corrected. The main floor action was on Senate Concurrent Resolution 132, which designates March 22, 2026, as California STEAM Robotics Day. The author and supporting senators emphasized the value of robotics and hands-on STEAM education for career readiness, problem-solving, and workforce development. The resolution passed by a 34-0 vote. Afterward, the author introduced student and industry guests connected to robotics education, including a Poway High School student and representatives from Garner Holt Productions. The Senate then considered five gubernatorial appointments, all of which were confirmed unanimously: Paul Toopee as Director of the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control, Peter Britery to the Southwestern Low-Level Radioactive Waste Commission, Dr. Youngping Chen and Gregory Lung to the California Acupuncture Board, and Roy Mather to the Board of Pilot Commissioners. The body also suspended Joint Rule 62A to allow the Governmental Organization Committee to hear AB 2156 on March 24 without sufficient notice. At the end of the session, the Senate adjourned in memory of Anne Colchin, a longtime Carlsbad city councilmember and public servant, and announced it would reconvene on March 26, 2026, after the State of the Judiciary joint convention.

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• The House removed that section to preserve the income tax. I urge its adoption.
• The House removed that section to preserve the income tax. I urge its adoption.

Keywords: 994, senate, all

Summary: The Senate first considered confirmations from Senate Executive Message No. 4. On a 33-0 vote, it confirmed all nominees except number 54, then separately confirmed nominee 54 on a 30-3 vote. The special order of business was then closed. The chamber then took up a series of House-amended bills and generally concurred in the amendments before passing each bill. These included SB 723 on law enforcement cooperation with bordering states; SB 947 on birth certificate copies for homeless minors; SB 392 on personal income tax reduction; SB 54 on criminal penalties for abuse or neglect of incapacitated adults; SB 228 on technology in child abuse and neglect investigations, including a three-county caseworker aid pilot; SB 231 on value-based payment requirements; SB 402, the Workforce Readiness Opportunity Act, with House removal of tax credits and other provisions while retaining micro-credential programs; SB 553 on transfer of contractor licenses to qualifying immediate family members; SB 575 on refusal review hearings; SB 686, the Coal Tenancy Modernization and Miners' Protection Act; SB 906 on lawful prescription of crystalline polymorph psilocybin under FDA recommendations; and SB 1226 on penalties for disturbing religious worship. Most final passage votes were unanimous or near-unanimous, and several bills were made effective from passage or given a specific effective date. Later, the Senate concurred in House amendments to SB 63, the Creating Sustaining Opportunities for Academics and Rural Schools Act, after discussion noting the House removed county charter school language and changed the effective date. The bill passed 32-2 and was made effective from passage. The Senate also concurred in amendments to SB 502, the Women's Collegiate Sports Protection Act, and SB 153, creating the Unemployment Automation and Administration Fund; SB 502 was set to take effect July 1, 2026, and SB 153 was also made effective July 1, 2026. Finally, the Senate reconsidered and again passed SB 392 by a 32-2 vote. The session ended with several introductions, announcements, and a recess until 5:30.

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• So the more that we can preserve and protect and enhance that, the better off we'll be. And so...
• So the more that we can preserve and protect and enhance that, the better off we'll be.

Keywords: 989, all

Summary: The committee first considered RS 33584, a proposal by Representative Tanner to remove the Idaho Code requirement that constitutional amendments and initiatives on general-election ballots be separated by a page break or separate form. He said the change would let ballot items be printed in the next available space and could save counties printing costs; the motion to introduce the RS passed. Next, Representative Mitchell presented RS 33633, a cleanup bill correcting election-timeline issues from prior legislation. He said it would restore soil and water conservation districts to the same election schedule as other local offices, set a 45-day deadline for mail-in ballot precincts in small communities, and fix a canvassing timeline from 10 days to 9 days. After a brief question about the odd-numbered-year language, the motion to introduce the RS passed. Representative Furman then brought RS 33656, which would require youth service organizations to check the state and national sex offender registries for adults working with children, with limited exceptions for short-term or infrequent volunteers. He said the bill was intended to protect children and align with insurance requirements; questions focused on whether it would affect churches and vacation Bible school programs, and on the fiscal note, which he said had no state budget impact but could impose small private compliance costs. The committee voted to introduce the RS and send it to second reading. Finally, the committee debated RS 33683, a memorial supporting elimination of the U.S. Department of Education and greater state control over education. Representative Monks said it reflected the governor’s office and President Trump’s agenda, while opponents argued the memorial raised unresolved questions about the cost and bureaucracy Idaho would need if federal functions were shifted to the state. After discussion, a substitute motion to introduce the memorial passed, and the committee adjourned.

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• And not only does it preserve your original right to or ability to sublease those parcels, but then also
• /c><00:04:03.280><c> only</c><00:04:03.439><c> does</c><00:04:03.599><c> it</c><00:04:03.840><c> preserve

Bills: HJ0002, SF0118, SF0016

Keywords: mineral royalties, federal lands, Wyoming, revenue, education funding, transportation funding, One Big Beautiful Bill Act, eminent domain, water projects, legislative approval, state funding, land acquisition, grazing lands, subleasing, non-owned livestock, state lands, rental fees, agricultural policy, land management, 916

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• The goal here is balance, protecting the constitutional self-defense rights while preserving the state's
• Second, it preserves physical identification, meaning that all non-digital forms of ID authorized under

Keywords: 989, all

Summary: The Senate State Affairs Committee heard several bill introductions and one resolution. Senator Zito presented RS 32969, a proposal to create an early pretrial immunity hearing and possible cost reimbursement for defendants who lawfully use self-defense, arguing it would prevent financially ruinous prosecutions; Senator Adams asked about Idaho examples, and the committee voted to introduce the RS. Senator Nichols presented RS 33826, which would prohibit government from requiring digital ID, preserve acceptance of physical ID, and bar demands to unlock personal devices; the committee voted to send it to print. Nichols also presented RS 33333, a memorial urging the federal government to restore the tier-two duty on imported sugar to protect Idaho’s sugar beet industry, and it was sent to print. Senator O’Connellitz presented RS 33369, a revised bill to require Senate confirmation for remaining department directors and align them with other department heads; it was introduced. Senator Byrne presented RS 33388, which would allow breweries to operate two remote taprooms instead of one, framed as a small-business measure, and it was sent to print. Senator Den Hartog presented RS 33296, revising election timing and partisan designation rules for single-countywide highway district elections, and it was introduced. The committee also heard HCR 24 from Senator Toews, honoring fallen Coeur d’Alene firefighters Frank Harwood and John Morrison Jr. and injured engineer David Tisdell; members expressed condolences and voted to send the resolution to the Senate floor with a do pass recommendation. The final major item was Senate Bill 1258, presented by Senator Shippy and Koenig Distillery representatives. The bill would create a specialty liquor-by-the-drink license for an agricultural distillery outside city limits, allowing it to serve its own products on-site, while clarifying related licensing and age-access provisions. Testimony emphasized support for agriculture, ag tourism, and small business, and the committee voted to send the bill to the floor with a do pass recommendation. The meeting then adjourned.

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• balance between protecting the privacy and the dignity of the decedents and their families while preserving
• transparency on other aspects. ...dignity of the decedents and their families while preserving transparency

Keywords: 989, all

Summary: The Senate Judiciary and Rules Committee approved the January 28, 2026 minutes and then heard testimony on Senate Bill 1250, which would amend the Public Records Act to prohibit public disclosure of photos of deceased individuals while allowing access for certain family members. Sponsor Senator Wintrow said the bill was developed with input from coroners, law enforcement, counties, domestic violence advocates, and the press to balance transparency with privacy and dignity for decedents and their families. Public testimony was mixed. Alan Hodges, whose daughter’s death photos were at issue in a separate case, supported protecting images but raised concerns that the bill’s “may” language and its timing provisions could limit family access and create delays. County and coroner representatives, including Kelly Brassfield, Tori Danner, and Aaron Bozoli, supported the bill’s privacy protections but urged keeping “may” rather than “shall” to preserve discretion, and raised questions about defining next of kin, handling divorced parents or competing relatives, and ensuring especially sensitive images, including those of minors, are not released. Olivia Gonzalez, whose sister was murdered in Moscow, gave emotional testimony describing the harm caused by public release of scene photos and supported stronger privacy protections. Ken Burgess of the Idaho Press Club said the bill struck a reasonable balance and urged passage. After questions about the scope of the bill and how family access would work, Senator Foreman moved to send SB 1250 to the floor with a do pass recommendation, Senator Lent seconded, and the motion carried by voice vote. The committee then adjourned.

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• balance between protecting the privacy and the dignity of the decedents and their families while preserving
• transparency on other aspects. ...dignity of the decedents and their families while preserving transparency

Summary: The Senate Judiciary and Rules Committee approved the January 28, 2026 minutes and then heard Senate Bill 1250, which would amend the Public Records Act to exempt photos of deceased individuals from public disclosure while allowing access for family members as defined in the bill. Senator Wintrow said the measure was developed with input from coroners, law enforcement, counties, domestic violence advocates, and the press, and was intended to balance transparency with privacy and dignity for decedents and their families. Public testimony was largely supportive but raised concerns about drafting details. A private citizen argued the bill should better protect existing family rights and questioned the use of discretionary "may" language and potential due process issues. County and coroner representatives, including the Idaho Association of Counties, the Idaho State Association of County Coroners, and Canyon County prosecutors, supported the bill but urged caution, especially about whether access should be mandatory or discretionary, how next-of-kin would be verified, and whether the bill should more clearly address sensitive images involving minors or violent crime scenes. The Idaho Press Club also supported the bill, saying it struck a reasonable balance. During committee questions, members focused on the meaning of "may" versus "shall," how next-of-kin would be determined in complicated family situations, and whether the bill would affect investigative records or only decedent photos. Senator Wintrow and a coroner witness explained that the bill targets decedent photos, not broader crime scene records, and that the next-of-kin order follows a set hierarchy. The committee then voted unanimously to send Senate Bill 1250 to the floor with a do pass recommendation, and the sponsor thanked the committee as the meeting adjourned.

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• And we heard in health care the bill on preserving access... ...we heard in health care the bill on preserving

Summary: Senate and House Democratic leaders opened the week by saying the Trump administration and federal actions are a major focus of the session, alongside a push to advance Washington-specific priorities. They said floor action had begun with bipartisan bills and that more floor votes were expected later in the week. Among the measures highlighted were the law enforcement masking bill, a bill regulating flock cameras, a bill on preserving access to preventive health services, and a bill on land banking for housing. They also flagged upcoming hearings on regulating large energy-use facilities and other committee work. Leaders discussed several policy and budget issues. On revenue, they said broad-based tax increases were unlikely, but they were still considering targeted options such as closing tax exemptions, a tobacco tax increase, and a proposed millionaire’s income tax, with technical work still underway on the latter’s mechanics and offsets. They also said a payroll tax proposal was unlikely to advance in its current form. On affordability, they pointed to housing, health care, child care, and federal tariffs as major cost drivers, and cited bills on medical debt, preventive care, and public hospital support as part of their response. Other topics included child welfare, where leaders said they shared concerns about protecting children and were working on follow-up legislation tied to the Keeping Families Together Act and DCYF’s identified critical incidents. They also said they were open to reviewing bills on accountability for public funds and NGO spending, and noted that WSU’s request for funding to cover student worker collective bargaining agreements would be considered in the budget process. On the masking bill, leaders emphasized that Washington law enforcement is not the target and said the bill includes a private right of action because federal agencies may not comply; they described it as a response to federal overreach and said it was likely to move in committee soon. They also mentioned possible floor action on a firearms-in-sensitive-places bill, and said victim-protection bills and a 0.05 BAC bill were among other notable measures under discussion.

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• It's a critical tool, um, to preserve the future of Texas innovation economy.
• ensures that entities tasked with maintaining Texas beaches receive the funds necessary to protect key preserve

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• Preserving those who are in the Rainier School says that there is no question that we should provide
• , as it's before us right now, would end new admissions coming up in the future, but would still preserve

Summary: The House considered Substitute Senate Bill 5393, relating to closing Rainier School by June 30, 2027. After many withdrawn amendments, the House adopted striking Amendment 1455, which changed the bill to allow current residents to remain at Rainier School as long as they choose and can live there, while also creating opportunities for community care transitions, return to Rainier if needed, and regular reporting from DHS on transition outcomes, mortality, and related data. Members speaking in favor emphasized the need to move away from institutional care, protect vulnerable residents, and improve accountability; some noted the emotional and personal significance of the issue. The bill then passed the House 76-22 and was immediately transmitted to the Senate. The House also took up several Senate-amended bills and concurred in the Senate changes before final passage. Second Substitute House Bill 1207 passed 54-44 after debate over a fee increase and whether the revenue would benefit local jurisdictions enough. Substitute House Bill 1498 passed 70-28 after a modest Senate adjustment giving more first-year flexibility. House Bill 2003 passed 53-45 despite concerns that it would reduce fishing opportunities. Substitute House Bill 2047 passed 58-40; supporters praised the Senate changes, while opponents argued it still ended a valuable employee ownership program and remained subject to appropriations. House Bill 2050 passed 56-42 after the Senate removed an apportionment shift from the bill, though some members still objected to the remaining ALE enrollment cap. The House also received messages from the Senate indicating passage of a gross substitute House Bill 249 and that the President had signed gross substitute Senate Bill 5041. The chamber then adjourned until 10 a.m. Sunday, April 27.

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• The chair is responsible for preserving order and decorum during committee meetings.
• Preserving order and decorum.

Bills: HB229, HB3990, HB5082, HB5510, HB229

Keywords: biological sex, government information, definitions, sex-based distinctions, public health, flags, display, state law, municipalities, government buildings, drug enforcement, local control, home rule, municipal charter, county policy, ordinance preemption, state preemption, attorney general enforcement, civil penalties, mandamus

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• and dig in and roll up our sleeves to come up with a way to move these projects forward, but also preserve
• We do not want to recommend waiving above allowable, um, and so, uh, this preserves, uh, that ability