Transcript Highlights:

• Yeah, so partially it's from feedback from the field and what we're getting in terms of Tier 2 LEAs needing
• additionally, this rate is based on the funding available that we have within the Proposition 98 guarantee
• Um, so partially it's from feedback from the field and what we're getting in terms of Tier 2 LEAs needing
• it's, you know, this rate is based on the funding available that we have within the Proposition 98 guarantee
• So having that sort of, I won't say guarantee, but that understanding that as part of your employment

Keywords: 988, house, all

Summary: The Assembly Budget Subcommittee on Education Finance heard testimony and took up three main budget areas: the Expanded Learning Opportunities Program (ELOP), differentiated assistance and the statewide system of support, and universal school meals with kitchen infrastructure grants. Public commenters and agency witnesses generally supported continued or increased funding for ELOP, with several groups urging stabilization of Tier 2 rates, more support for older youth, and preservation of equity guardrails and local flexibility. On school meals and kitchen infrastructure, testimony broadly supported universal meals and additional kitchen funding, while the LAO questioned the need for a fourth round of kitchen grants and recommended rejecting it until clearer unmet-need data are available. For ELOP, the Department of Finance described the Governor’s proposal to provide $4.7 billion ongoing for the program and $62.4 million ongoing to set a minimum Tier 2 rate of $1,800 per pupil. The LAO recommended instead fixing the Tier 2 rate at $1,579 and tying future changes to program requirements. CDE said the program is showing positive results in attendance and math, but data on enrollment patterns, TK participation, and some overlap with other programs are still being collected. Members raised concerns about possible double-funding with ACEs and 21st Century programs, the lack of site-specific data, and whether the current structure best targets students most in need; the issue was left open. For differentiated assistance, CCEE outlined the current statewide system of support and the Governor’s proposal to shift to universal and targeted assistance with a three-year cycle. Finance said the proposal would provide more stable county office funding, broaden universal supports, and give the State Board more flexibility to revise eligibility criteria; it also proposed $131.9 million ongoing for universal and targeted assistance. The LAO objected to changing the system before the State Board finalizes the new performance criteria and recommended revisiting the proposal later, while several members worried that a three-year entry window and broader board authority could weaken subgroup-based equity protections. The committee also discussed school meal funding, with Finance proposing $1.8 billion for universal meals and $100 million ongoing plus $100 million one-time for kitchen infrastructure, while CDE emphasized ongoing needs, deferred maintenance, and the importance of flexibility for innovative strategies such as food pantries. The committee held the issues open and invited additional public comment before moving on.

Transcript Highlights:

• I guarantee that if you look on your Main Street and my Main Street, those businesses are paying
• think about all the various ways that we have been starving city and county budgets, and that is partially
• um,<00:44:41.840> and<00:44:41.960> that<00:44:42.080> is<00:44:42.200> partially
• <00:44:42.760> why,<00:44:43.600> um, um, and that is partially why, um, um, and that
• is partially why, um, there's<00:44:44.000> this<00:44:44.160> pressure<00:44:44.840><

Keywords: 1183, house

Transcript Highlights:

• But I can guarantee you I have not.
• If abuse is found to suppress speech, that 'shall' is the guaranteed protection of our guaranteed constitutional
• The Constitution, not one's finances, guarantees the freedom to speak out about issues of public concern
• The Constitution, not one's finances, guarantee the freedom to speak out about issues affecting their
• The current version removes the guarantee that wrongfully sued Texans can recover their legal costs.

Bills: HB2242, HB2446, HB2799, HB4502, HB2920, HB2790, HB5620, HB5060, HB5076, HB5080, HB5081, HB5128, HB5130, HB3847, HB5116, HB2969, HB4546, HB4202, HB5624, HB3964, HB4803, HB872, HB4775, HB4777, HB4961, HB5570, HB2988, HB4260, HB1375, HB5009, HB5411, HB5134, HB4388, HB3095, HB1387

Keywords: constables, civil rights, local government, law enforcement, policy-making authority, affidavit, medical bills, civil actions, reasonable charges, healthcare services, judicial statistics, court performance, family law, civil cases, efficiency reporting, court security, emergency management, harassment penalties, judicial safety, court committee

Summary: The committee heard House Bill 4961, which would bar uninsured motorists from recovering non-economic damages after a collision. The author said the bill is intended to create incentives to maintain insurance and to address what he described as an unfair system for insured drivers. Texans for Lawsuit Reform and Texas Eagle Forum testified in support, while the Texas Trial Lawyers Association opposed it, warning the bill could also affect pedestrians, passengers, children, and others who did not choose whether a vehicle was insured. The bill author clarified that passengers would be included in the bill’s coverage. No vote was taken and the bill was left pending. House Bill 5570 would extend a legislative attorney CLE exemption to attorneys appointed by the governor and confirmed by the Senate to boards or commissions. The author said the measure is meant to ease time burdens and encourage service, and a witness supported it as a modest incentive for public service. A committee member noted a discrepancy in the number of affected attorneys, and the author agreed to verify the correct figure. The bill was left pending. The committee also heard House Bill 2969, which would restrict the State Bar from adopting rules or penalties that unreasonably burden attorneys’ religious exercise or free speech based on sincerely held beliefs. The author and several witnesses from Texas Values, Alliance Defending Freedom, and Cecilia Wood argued the bill protects lawyers of faith from an ABA model rule they described as a speech code. No one testified against the bill, and it was left pending. House Bill 4260, which would prohibit county judges and county commissioners from practicing law in courts over which they have jurisdiction, drew opposition from the County Judges and Commissioners Association, which argued existing ethics rules already address conflicts and that the bill would burden rural officials. The author said the bill was prompted by concerns about judges using their office to pressure others. The bill was left pending. House Bill 5134 would limit Rule 202 pre-suit depositions to people who have suffered or reasonably expect actual damages and would allow attorney’s fees against abusive petitioners. The author said the bill is aimed at preventing harassment and fishing expeditions, especially in family-law disputes. Questions focused on how the standard would work and how it differs from current law; the author said the main change is fee-shifting and a clearer legislative directive. The bill was left pending. House Bill 3095, a committee substitute version of a similar uninsured-motorist bill, would bar uninsured motorists from recovering non-economic damages and limit economic recovery, with several exceptions. Trial lawyers argued it was unconstitutional because it capped economic damages and could unfairly affect innocent drivers, pedestrians, and older people who no longer drive. The author acknowledged constitutional concerns and said the bill would need further work; the committee withdrew the substitute and left the bill pending. Finally, House Bill 4388 would require all judges, including county judges who perform administrative duties, to remain subject to the Code of Judicial Conduct. Supporters said some elected judges avoid accountability by relinquishing judicial functions, while opponents argued the bill is too rigid and unnecessary because existing remedies already exist. House Bill 3964 would limit public nuisance claims to their historical role and bar such claims against lawful conduct, conduct already covered by other remedies, and products. The author and supporters said the bill is meant to prevent courts from using public nuisance to make policy, while opponents argued it would eliminate useful remedies and could affect local actions against environmental or product-related harms. The author said the bill would not affect statutory nuisance claims, private nuisance claims, or other causes of action, and would be amended to clarify some provisions. The bill was left pending.

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• This also is that we guarantee that we see our families no less than once a quarter.
• In our state equalization guarantee of $59 million, which is prorated for mentorships, education plans
• My last question is, have you applied for the Guarantee Basic Income for the McKinney-Vento grants for
• I have not yet applied for the Guarantee Basic Income. I have not seen the application.
• You know I'm talking about the funding for the guaranteed basic income for students that are unhoused

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• So that’s one of the burdens that the schools have been having with it only being at a 6 ADM, or partial
• funding for the day ADM or um partial funding for the day this<00:31:08.120> is<00:31:08.240>
• It doesn't guarantee the process will be more accurate, efficient, or family-friendly.
• forms back to the count only guarantees forms back to the count only guarantees us<01:35:17.760>
• <01:35:20.639> the always done doesn't guarantee the always done doesn't guarantee the process

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

Transcript Highlights:

• Oklahoma statute does guarantee expanded learning opportunities for local school districts and students
• You have a pension when you are guaranteed a lifetime benefit that you cannot outlive, you'll spend it
• And so, when you're guaranteed a...
• And hopefully, we can we've guaranteed that we will get there. So, that's always an issue.
• They're not guaranteed. Colas are not a guaranteed part of the plan design. They can be.

Keywords: 914, all

Transcript Highlights:

• So that is a partial number of the report I'm referring to as the one that was actually published for
• And then at the end of that, I guarantee they're going to be right back here asking for raises.
• Jacob Bull to the Air Quality Advisory Council for a partial term, Senator Coleman. Mr.
• and consent to the nomination of Jacob Bull of Ponca City to the Air Quality Advisory Council for a partial
• to the nomination of Justin Wilson of Sallisaw to the Oklahoma New Motor Vehicle Commission for a partial

Bills: SJR50, SJR51, SJR52, SJR53, SJR54, SJR39, SB1290, HB4028, HB4029, HB4073, HB4074, HB4075, HB4076, HB4077, HB4078, HB1250, HB2951, HB2961, HB3151, HB3581, HB3705, HB3970, HB3972, HB3980, HB3981

Keywords: Medicaid, federal funding, state law, healthcare, low-income adults, Oklahoma Constitution, healthcare regulations, Oklahoma Health Care Authority, permanent rules, joint resolution, OHCA, health care rules, administrative rules, major rule, Title 75, Title 317, Oklahoma Administrative Code, OAC 317:30, health policy, state health programs

Summary: The Senate convened with a quorum, prayer, pledges, and several floor recognitions, including the Doctor of the Day, Psychologist of the Day, and Nurse of the Day. Members also honored the OSBI Cold Case Team for its work on unsolved cases, recognized the 75th anniversary of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, and welcomed guests for the Prague-Kolache Festival. The chamber then moved into floor action on multiple measures and conference motions. The most significant item was Senate Joint Resolution 39, a property tax constitutional amendment. After extensive debate over the impact on homeowners, seniors, farmers, schools, local governments, and future revenue, the Senate adopted House amendments by a 27-19 roll call and then passed the resolution 40-8. However, the motion to order a special election failed 26-20, so the measure did not advance to a special election call. Senators also rejected House amendments to Senate Bill 2 and Senate Bill 215 and requested conference on both. The Senate passed Senate Bill 1290 unanimously as an emergency measure, and advanced or passed several House bills dealing with ARPA and funding reallocations: HB 4028, HB 4029, HB 4073, HB 4074, HB 4075, HB 4076, HB 4077, and HB 4078. Other approved measures included HB 1250 creating a Public Safety Technology Revolving Fund for local law enforcement grants, HB 2951 renaming Red Rock Prison as the Chief James Smith Correctional Center, HB 2961 creating a Gold Star Survivor tuition benefit, HB 3151 extending the school year to 173 days, and HB 3581 increasing penalties for riot-related offenses. The Senate also took up HB 3705, which would raise the Parental Choice tax credit cap from $250 million to $275 million, but the transcript cuts off during questioning on that bill.

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• Partial review sooner than later, and then the full review later.
• How are we going to make sure that even though it's a partial review, what are your thoughts on that?
• The Texas Public Information Act guarantees the public's access to government records.
• Right now, governmental bodies can simply ignore, partially respond to. fail to acknowledge public information

Bills: HB 111, HB1545, HB2145, HB2467, HB2520, HB4136, HB4181, HB4214, HB4218, HB4219, HB4359, HB4437, HB4822, HB111

Keywords: Texas Public Information Act, open records, public records, government transparency, confidentiality, attorney-client privilege, governmental body, Chapter 552, public information law, nonprofit association, quasi-governmental entity, economic development, trade secrets, proprietary information, commercial financial information, Alamo restoration, local workforce board, TDCJ contract facility, civil commitment facility, water supply corporation

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• As a result, there is no guarantee that reports of election fraud will be adequately addressed. will
• Members, we know that this junk food is not good for you, and it is partially to blame for the decline
• From the USDA, and the USDA can either fully grant the waiver, they can partially grant the waiver, or
• They can partially grant it; they can wholly grant it.

Bills: SJR37, SJR57, SB7, SB8, SB16, SB108, SB125, SB207, SB318, SB371, SB379, SB396, SB406, SB503, SB533, SB565, SB578, SB599, SB686, SB689, SB707, SB763, SB854, SB857, SB875, SB878, SB920, SB924, SB961, SB965, SB985, SB988, SB1021, SB1024, SB1026, SB1038, SB1059, SB1185, SB1202, SB1207, SB1252, SB1330, SB1396, SB1484, SB1527, SB1535, SB1596, SB1619, SB1697, SB1737, SB1741, SB1841, SJR36, SJR12, SJR57, SJR37, SCR22, SCR12, SB565, SB765, SB62, SB666, SB707, SB888, SB687, SB847, SB1248, SB504, SB857, SB305, SB296, SB284, SB1497, SB1498, SB241, SB304, SB621, SB1023, SB1024, SB686, SB371, SB204, SB609, SB670, SB850, SB854, SB413, SB1346, SB1033, SB1220, SB1073, SB810, SB1539, SB447, SB875, SB406, SB985, SB965, SB1119, SB1505, SB1215, SB1302, SB856, SB583, SB673, SB681, SB1172, SB1252, SB608, SB955, SB957, SB988, SB1021, SB1120, SB251, SB541, SB379, SB1737, SB266, SB1415, SB1527, SB125, SB599, SB1330, SB53, SB1352, SB785, SB472, SB1450, SB1502, SB1566, SB414, SB1062, SB961, SB1038, SB578, SB711, SB746, SB942, SB1404, SB1448, SB1738, SB108, SB8, SB318, SB507, SB533, SB689, SB1026, SB1349, SB1355, SB1433, SB1434, SB1596, SB1403, SB763, SB667, SB1059, SB617, SB1567, SB503, SB16, SB310, SB311, SB396, SB505, SB1209, SB1210, SB1470, SB264, SB924, SB1029, SB1185, SB1202, SB1358, SB1364, SB1569, SB1697, SB1376, SB1228, SB519, SB878, SB1350, SB462, SB1535, SB827, SB1585, SB207, SB1207, SB1619, SB1396, SB920, SB1484, SB1273, SB1741, SB7, SB927, SB1227, SB1229, SB1353, SB1366, SB1464, SB1709, SB1729, SB1733, SB1744, SB1772, SB1816, SB1841, SB2188, SB1147, SB879, SB1008, SJR81, SJR50, SCR39, SB1536, SB2016, SB1453, SB1173, SB1163, SB996, SB27, SB568, SB1370, SB1321, SB1101, SB906, SB860, SB1563, SB993, SB693, SB1610, SB1537, SB836, SB1332, SB1307, SB963, SB493, SB922, SB984, SB1084, SB619, SB1098, SB1122, SB455, SB522, SB1057, SB1239, SB1254, SB1255, SB1259, SB1341, SB1664, SB1877, SB464, SB1277, SB32, SB732, SB660, SB731, SB921, SB268, SB1822, SB1188, SB1939, SB1589, SB397, SB1388, SB2230, SB1058, SB1036, SB1267, SB2112, SB1930, SB532, SB1035, SB2155, SB508, SB29, SB292, SB291, SB901, SB1333, SB1436, SB1494, SB964, SB779, SB1378, SB2312, SB1719

Keywords: voter ID, citizenship, election integrity, constitutional amendment, voting rights, water infrastructure, financial assistance, Texas Water Development Board, water supply, environmental sustainability, immigration enforcement, ICE agreements, sheriff grants, law enforcement, county jail, federal immigration law, voter registration, proof of citizenship, Election Code, criminal offenses

Transcript Highlights:

• So we have the cost guaranteed with our vendor, with our partner, Civica Rx.
• I can, as I sit here today, guarantee you that between now and then we will have additional learnings
• The increase in spending reflects CalFresh caseload growth, partially offset by a decrease in the cost
• I'll speak to the California Guaranteed Income Pilot Program. It's like a relay race tag.
• The existing law The existing law states that the Guaranteed Income Pilot Program will be inoperative

Keywords: 987, senate, all

Summary: The hearing opened with Department of Finance and Legislative Analyst’s Office remarks on the May Revision, which both described efforts to reduce large out-year operating deficits through a mix of revenue increases, spending reductions, and reserve use. Finance said the May Revision more than halves projected deficits in later years, while LAO stressed that revenues are at unprecedented levels yet the state still faces a significant structural deficit and is drawing down reserves; LAO urged maintaining at least the administration’s level of budget solutions and adding to reserves rather than new ongoing commitments. The chair echoed concern about cuts to vulnerable populations and noted the tension between service reductions and requests for additional administrative positions. The committee then heard a series of California Health and Human Services and HCAI proposals, including additional legal support for CalHHS to respond to federal HR1 changes; a net-zero transfer of positions for a centralized eligibility/data-sharing platform; 988 crisis line implementation funding and continued work with the Trevor Project to train crisis centers to better serve LGBTQ youth; EMS data system maintenance funding; HCAI implementation of AB 1312 hospital charity care screening; SB 660 data exchange framework funding; CalRx biosimilar insulin reappropriation; and a diaper access initiative that would provide free diapers to newborns in participating hospitals and support a future direct-to-consumer purchasing option. Members questioned the diaper program’s universal design, the use of a Public Contract Code exemption, and the selection of Baby2Baby, with the chair expressing concern about optics and the lack of an income threshold. The committee also discussed distressed hospital funding, with HCAI requesting up to $50 million for another round of grants to hospitals in immediate financial distress. HCAI said it receives annual and quarterly financial reports but the data lag limits real-time monitoring, and the LAO recommended stronger program parameters and turnaround plans. Members argued the repeated need for distressed hospital aid reflects a structural problem, not a short-term gap, and raised broader concerns about hospital reimbursement and patient flow. Other items included reverting $19.6 million in unused opioid settlement funds from HCAI to DHCS for General Fund offset, and a Rural Health Transformation Program request to increase HCAI spending authority to cover the full federal award. Later, DMHC presented funding requests to implement PBM licensing and financial review requirements under AB 116, modernize the managed care complaint system, and build an electronic claims settlement data system under AB 3275. The final major discussion focused on the Behavioral Health Services Oversight and Accountability Commission, which opposed the May Revision’s proposed reduction of its Innovation Partnership Fund from $20 million to $10 million and a $6.7 million cut to community advocacy grants. The Commission argued these programs are core to Proposition 1’s goals of statewide innovation and community accountability, while Finance said the proposal is consistent with Proposition 1’s maximum funding levels and reflects a broader effort to prioritize direct services and use unspent prior-year funds; members pressed for more information and questioned whether the cuts would undermine the new behavioral health framework.

Transcript Highlights:

• I'm kind of partial to, well, both, but I do love the Salvation Army's mindset on that. currently doing
• 13:44.320> but<00:13:44.480> I<00:13:44.600> do<00:13:44.800> love of partial
• to well both but I do love of partial to well both but I do love the<00:13:45.320> salvation's
• So thorough and consistent reporting guarantees that essential phases of the pre-trial process from arrest
• Justice so thorough and consistent Justice so thorough and consistent reporting<00:31:09.799> guarantees

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• concerned because some of us that hold an MHIC license have to have insurance and we pay into a guarantee
• concerned because some of us that hold an MHIC license have to have insurance and we pay into a guarantee
• Partially because, uh, as was mentioned by the minority whip, uh, there were concerns about the bill
• <01:20:21.600> Partially uh, for a number of reasons.
• Partially uh, for a number of reasons.

Keywords: House streaming session for Monday, March 23, 2026, 957, house, all

Summary: The House took up the Appropriations Committee’s report on the fiscal 2027 budget, including Senate Bill 282, the budget bill, and Senate Bill 284, the Budget Reconciliation and Financing Act. The floor leader described a balanced budget with a $282 million cash surplus, $2 billion in rainy day reserves, and no new fees or taxes, while highlighting funding for child care scholarships and credentials, behavioral health services in schools, Medicaid and SNAP-related outreach, DDA services, domestic violence and rape crisis services, energy assistance, local government disparity grants, and private-sector investment. Both budget measures were special ordered until Wednesday, March 25, and the House adopted the committee’s motion in each case without objection. The chamber also considered several committee reports from Economic Matters, Government, Labor, and Elections, and Health. Among the measures advanced were House Bill 1529 on a Baltimore County local commission on common ownership communities; House Bills 571, 892, 893, 994, 1120, 1166, 1351, 1362, and 883; and health-related bills including House Bills 446, 658, 698, 1015, and 1048. Most bills were amended and then given favorable reports, with the House adopting the amendments and ordering the bills printed for third reading. Several bills drew brief floor questions. House Bill 994 would create a $300 annual registration fee for travel services providers, but the sponsor said it would not add new penalties beyond existing consumer protection laws. House Bill 1166 on front license plate display clarified that a signed statement can shift responsibility to the driver when a front plate cannot be installed, while the existing $500 fine for noncompliance remained current law. House Bill 1351, dealing with disaster mitigation services and MHIC licensing, was explained as bringing those providers under home improvement licensing rules after a transition period, and was special ordered until the end of the session at a delegate’s request. House Bill 1048 on sodium and added sugar warning icons was amended to include a QR code and remove some reporting and education provisions; members also clarified that the bill still uses a 25-gram threshold and that restaurant groups did not support the bill, though it had been worked through with them.

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• And I guarantee that if we would have, I think that option number five would have been brought out and
• And I guarantee that if we would have, I think that option number five would have been brought out and
• data centers partially is because the<00:35:30.079> companies<00:35:30.560> know<00:35
• But a levy increase, let alone maintaining an existing levy, is not even a guarantee of a property tax
• If your property value goes down enough, even if you vote for the levy, it's not a guarantee that your

Bills: HF4077, HF3798, HF3886

Keywords: municipal nondisclosure agreement, NDA, public records, transparency, local government, county, city, town, school district, housing and redevelopment authority, economic development authority, port authority, economic development, land development, public financing, tax increment financing, TIF, abatement, municipal bonds, debt obligations

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• It would be partially forgivable loans, three-year term, 0% interest.
• It would be partially would be.
• And I guarantee you didn't experience that. But I do appreciate you going out.
• And I guarantee you didn't experience that. But I do appreciate you going out.
• <00:58:37.599> experience And I guarantee you didn't experience And I guarantee you didn't

Keywords: 1183, house

Transcript Highlights:

• Like, can a filer, if the cap—even though it's unlikely—if the cap were fully or even partially...
• From what I understand, you can qualify this year and get in the queue and you're guaranteed the... .
• ..can qualify this year and get in the queue and you're guaranteed the tax benefit.

Keywords: 996, all

Transcript Highlights:

• The judge issued the partial preliminary injunction for National Banks, and a motion of summary judgment
• They’re guaranteed the same fee rate fixed by Visa and MasterCard on every transaction.
• So how would we guarantee that the credit unions or the banks are even going to accept a contract like

Keywords: 988, house, all

Transcript Highlights:

• THIS RAISES SEVERAL CONSTITUTIONAL CONCERNS THE FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE UNITED STATES CONSTITUTION GUARANTEES
• I'M TELLING YOU I GUARANTEE IF THERE IS AN OUTBREAK OF MANGO FLAGS IN CLASSROOMS ALL OVER THE STATE OF
• EXTENSION OF THE HOMESTEAD EXEMPTION APPLIES TO QUADRIPLEGICS, SURVIVING SPOUSES AND SURVIVING SPOUSES PARTIALLY

Keywords: 999, senate, all

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• Congress should codify the existing access standards for the community to ensure veterans have guaranteed
• As to what kind of care they actually get connected with, that is really a partial answer to my follow-up
• that the wait times for community care actually may be longer in some instances, and we need to guarantee

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• I got myself on the OA Commission in 2023 in order to partially get an audit, which we got in 2024, and
• To this day, I have a partial permanent disability.
• ramps to this day I have a partial ramps to this day I have a partial permanent permanent permanent
• <00:22:51.360> rights one of the employee guaranteed rights one of the employee guaranteed
• Construction is where we've been working on it the longest, partially because of the 2007 audit.

Keywords: 1183, house

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• We address the cliff and we're able to partially address funding.
• We address the cliff and we're able to partially address funding.
• We address the cliff and we're able to partially address funding.
• We address the cliff and we're able to partially address funding.
• We address the cliff and we're able to partially address funding.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all