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• But the scale and the complexity of the scam environment is too complex to assume that we can educate
• But the scale and the complexity of the scam environment is too complex to assume that we can educate
• Educating the public is one of the strongest tools that we have to use to prevent this kind of crimes
• Educating the public is one of the strongest tools that we have to use to prevent this kind of crimes
• Number one is the education role.

Summary: The Senate convened with quorum, observed a moment of silence for Chief Warrant Officer 3 Robert M. Marzan, and heard a prayer and pledge. Senator Perez introduced representatives of the Pasadena Tournament of Roses, highlighting the organization’s community role and estimated economic impact from the Rose Parade and Rose Bowl. The chamber then approved the Senate journals and confirmed three gubernatorial appointments: C.N.R. Lomeli to the State Board of Barbering and Cosmetology, and C. Don Clay and Joshua Pertula to the University of California College of Law, San Francisco Board of Directors. All three confirmations passed by unanimous roll call votes. The Senate adopted several resolutions. SCR 120 by Senator Grayson designated the first week of March as National Consumer Protection Week and March 5 as Slam the Scam Day, with support from Senators Choi and Becker emphasizing scam awareness, senior fraud, data broker concerns, and consumer education; it passed 36-0. Grayson also introduced law enforcement and Secret Service representatives involved in recovering a Pleasant Hill resident’s $350,000 lost to a cryptocurrency scam. SCR 126 by Senator Grove proclaimed March 9, 2026, as Special Olympics Day in California and passed 35-0, with remarks from Grayson about the organization’s impact and personal connection. SR 79 by Senator Nilo designated the week of March 8 as Sleep Health Awareness Week, focusing on the health risks of sleep deprivation and daylight saving time; it passed by unanimous roll call. SCR 135 by Senator Laird declared the first week of March as Peace Corps Week, with support from Senator Choi reflecting on Peace Corps service and its global impact; it also passed unanimously. SR 83 by Senator McNerney recognized March as Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, stressing early screening and disparities in outcomes; it passed unanimously. After the resolutions, McNerney introduced colorectal cancer advocates and survivors who were present in the chamber. The Senate then moved to adjournment in memory, with Majority Leader Ashby honoring Paul McAley, father of lobbyist Chris McAley, and Senator Rubio honoring Robert Uyoha of Chino, a Navy veteran and longtime community servant. The session concluded with notice that the Senate would reconvene on Thursday, March 12, 2026, at 9 a.m., with recess until 3:30 p.m. for the adjournment motion.

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• Number one is the education role.
• One piece that we've worked on in the last few years is educating our public about data brokers.
• So we know how serious that issue is. the educating the public is one of the strongest The educating
• Number one is the education role.
• And one piece that we've worked in the last few years is educating our public about data brokers.

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• I think it's going to be honored through the State Department of Education.
• Now, I haven't handed out the handouts yet because I'm an educator.
• We have a variety of career technical education programs to offer our students.
• Also, we have three career technical education centers, which I stated earlier.
• “The hardest thing in education right now is hiring instructors.

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• Chair lays out HB 322, relating to the use of funds awarded under the Jobs and Education for Texas, JET
• committee unanimously and the House overwhelmingly as House Bill 4131, strengthens the Jobs and Education
• We show you registered as Priscilla Aquino Garza, Senior Director of Policy and Programs for Educate
• I represent an organization, Educate Texas, that does technical assistance for P-TECH and other college
• And I know you don't always get education people here, but we, you know, this is all a continuum, right

Bills: HB322, HB331, HB673, HB 1147, HB 1154, HB2488

Keywords: JET Grant Program, career education, technical education, community colleges, technology solutions, high demand jobs, first responders, acute myocardial infarction, stroke, benefits, compensation, presumption of disability, emergency services, healthcare, Medicaid, mental health, substance abuse, treatment access, cost, insurance coverage

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• in place thereof the following title: An Act Promoting Safe Technology Use and Distraction-Free Education
• I want to thank the Speaker for prioritizing legislation to keep our kids safe and support educators
• Today, educators are competing with smartphones that pull students' attention away every few seconds.
• And a promising young educator had chosen to leave the profession.
• Like many educators, I tried to manage this at the classroom level.

Summary: The House opened with ceremonial activities, including the Pledge of Allegiance and recognition of several student athletic teams and guests, then took up a series of routine matters. Members adopted a resolution congratulating the William Diamond Jr. Fife and Drum Corps on its 25th anniversary, suspended Joint Rule 12 for a petition concerning lease authorization for Eastern Mountain State Forests, and enacted several bills, including measures related to the Sandwich town charter and Springfield tax relief. The House also passed a bill authorizing charity alcohol auctions after adopting a substitute amendment, and passed a bill directing the Boston Police Department to waive the maximum age requirement for a specific applicant. The main policy debate centered on Senate Bill 2581, amended and retitled as an act promoting safe technology use and distraction-free education for youth. Supporters described the bill as a response to classroom distraction, bullying, and mental health harms associated with cell phones and social media, and said it would require bell-to-bell restrictions on personal devices in schools, provide guidance and a model policy for districts, and limit social media access for children under 14 while requiring parental consent for 14- and 15-year-olds. Several members cited educator testimony, school district practices, and concerns about anxiety, depression, sleep disruption, and online predators. Opponents and amendment sponsors argued for more local flexibility and warned about implementation costs, but amendments seeking to preserve district-specific policies or prohibit unfunded mandates were rejected. The House adopted a consolidated amendment to the bill by roll call, then passed the bill to be engrossed by a vote of 129-25. Earlier, the House also accepted a conference committee report on legislation modernizing cannabis laws by a vote of 155-0, after debate focused on restructuring the Cannabis Control Commission, expanding licensing and ownership rules, and addressing equity and social justice provisions. The chamber recessed several times, briefly lost quorum during proceedings, and adjourned to meet again in informal session the following day.

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• A merit-based approach to education and health care benefits all Idahoans by emphasizing measurable performance
• However, restriction of educational programming and quality improvement efforts does not advance merit
• However, restriction of educational programming and quality improvement efforts does not advance merit
• Medical education is diluted with DEI training, and a disproportionate percentage of medical students
• or the most degrees and the most... ...as in who has the highest education or the most degrees and the

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• That's a win for our higher education system, and that's a win for the state. Thank you.
• We need to—no one is going to approach their education in a positive way if they don't feel safe and
• So we want to make sure that our kids are safe, especially if the community college or any education
• To prevent issues before they arise, we will prioritize licensee education through training and other
• It provides a lot of good education for businesses, restaurants, and bars.

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• And I believe it's a meaningful step forward in our return to education.
• Yeah, so the feedback that I've gotten is that, in general, educators want to do what's best for the
• In general, educators want to do what's best for the students.
• with a research and education institute dedicated to aerospace research or technology would have the
• We understand that math is a foundational element to education.

Bills: HB3622, HB3621, HB3151, HB3882, HB3661, HB4273, HB3644, HB3706, HB3708, HB2021, HB3986, HB3972

Keywords: HB3622, 2030 Census, Decennial Census, U.S. Decennial Census Revolving Fund, Oklahoma Department of Commerce, Commerce Department, census preparation, federal census, state treasury fund, revolving fund, continuing fund, deemed appropriated, technology upgrades, census outreach, redistricting, population count, Title 74, OMES, State Treasurer, budgeting

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• Along the way, he has spearheaded several major reforms in higher education, choice legislation, and
• This changed how we thought about education in our state.
• I was educated.
• Higher education is changing the landscape for universities in the country.
• You've been a champion for rural Texas, for education, and responsible government.

Bills: SB 8, SB 1, SB 2, SB 5, SB 10, HB27, HB7, HB17, HB1, SB 9, SB 7, SB 17, SB 4, HB20, HB18, HB7, HB17, HB1, HB20, HB18, SB9, SB7, SB17, SB4, SB1, SR85, SR87, SB8, SB5, SB2, SB10, HB27

Keywords: sex designation, restroom access, civil penalties, private civil right of action, women's privacy, campground safety, youth camp regulations, flood safety, emergency evacuation, health and safety standards, disaster relief, flood preparedness, emergency funding, local government support, meteorological forecasting, abortion, healthcare, jurisdiction, civil action, qui tam

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• And yet I can feel the difference it has made to have him here, educating us and raising the voice of
• Colleagues, please join me and celebrate. to educate our future leaders.
• That's the education that I started with, and that's the education that we need to return to.
• AB 2771 is the sunset bill for the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education.
• A dedicated public servant and educator, Ed continued to serve his community.

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• So much of our budget does go to education.
• Now, I'm an educator myself, and I will tell you right now, I'm an educator myself, and I will tell you
• For every $1 billion reduction to education funding statewide, there could be up to 9,600 fewer educators
• For every $1 billion reduction to education funding statewide, there could be up to 9,600 fewer educators
• Putting my educator hat on, anything that will help our children thrive.

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• So this is an educational process. I have no problem with parents having that.
• So this is an educational process. I have no problem with parents having that education.
• But we want to make sure that is a new piece to bring in that educational component.
• There's not the same level of educational discussion. Thank you. Thank you.
• Vermont all require some kind of education when you opt out.

Summary: The committee heard several health-related bills. SB 1082 would let providers or insurers in state-regulated commercial plans opt into the federal independent dispute resolution process for emergency out-of-network claims, with a late-filed amendment clarifying access to the state program in certain circumstances. The bill sponsor and emergency physicians said the measure would reduce litigation and improve payment resolution; the committee adopted the amendment and reported the bill favorably as a committee substitute. SB 1168 would centralize background screening work for the care provider clearinghouse at the Agency for Health Care Administration and update related screening rules, including sealed and expunged records for qualified entities. The sponsor said the change would speed turnaround and reduce duplication; an amendment was adopted, and the bill was reported favorably as a committee substitute. SB 1156 would move ambulatory surgical center regulation out of Chapter 395 into a standalone section of law, and it was reported favorably without amendment. SB 1480, as amended by a strike-all, would grandfather certain temporary certificate holders practicing in areas of critical need if federal designations change, allowing them to continue seeing current patients and potentially new patients in their existing area subject to board oversight. The committee heard support from health system representatives and reported the bill favorably. The final and most debated measure, SB 1756 on medical freedom, would require vaccine education materials and alternative schedules, expand school immunization exemptions to conscience-based objections, clarify limits on emergency vaccination orders, and allow pharmacists to dispense ivermectin behind the counter with written information. The sponsor and supporters framed it as parental choice and access, while physicians, public health advocates, cancer advocates, and parents of immunocompromised children warned it would lower vaccination rates and increase disease risk. The committee adopted a liability-related amendment, rejected a substitute amendment that would have required consultation for exemptions, and continued hearing public testimony opposing the bill; the transcript ends before final action on SB 1756.

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• Okay, moving to page 24 for the Public Education Department, Line 203.
• And that's for adult education programs.
• So you can see a total across both the Higher Education Department and higher education institutions,
• In addition, the Public Education Department requested a transfer into the Public Education Reform Fund
• The new private schools, the new adult education fund.

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• I also included the funding levels of the PERA and the Educational Retirement Board.
• I've notated the New Mexico Educational Retirement Board and PERA on there.
• But also, you can see the Educational Retirement Board there at 105% in Fiscal 24.
• line chart where we're comparing the national median with the Educational Retirement Board.
• This ratio for the Educational Retirement Board and the PERA is below 1.25.

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• Well, it's a job and it's an education. It's a training method used by employers.
• Are they at education service districts? You know, it can vary.
• So, in short, the program is an equitable access education and barrier removal initiative.
• Workforce education is still very popular, and so we're happy to be providing that.
• We believe that when education is accessible and culturally inclusive, education is a powerful tool to

Summary: The work session focused first on Washington’s apprenticeship system, especially building trades programs and support services. Labor and Industries staff explained how registered apprenticeship works in the state, including the role of the Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council, the requirements for paid on-the-job training and classroom instruction, and the difference between apprenticeship and pre-apprenticeship. Panelists emphasized that apprenticeship is tied to actual jobs and training agents, and that many waitlists reflect a shortage of job openings and employer participation rather than a lack of interest. They also discussed youth apprenticeship, the growth of apprenticeship and pre-apprenticeship programs, and the use of Career Bridge and L&I’s database to help people find programs. Representatives asked whether the state should expand apprenticeship programs and how people can find openings. Speakers said more programs alone would not solve the backlog without more employers signing on as training agents and more apprenticeship utilization on projects. The panel also highlighted the Constructed Career Initiative, a grant-funded navigation and support program that helps people enter and stay in building trades apprenticeships through outreach, case management, and wraparound aid such as transportation, tools, and work clothes. A related nonprofit, Build Up, described similar support services, including prison-based boot and PPE programs and assistance for reentry participants. The panel said these services are especially important because apprentices often face unstable income, housing, food, and transportation barriers. The panel also discussed House Bill 2084 and the new Construction Training Pathway Oversight Committee, which is examining construction training in correctional facilities and how to create clearer pathways from prison-based training to apprenticeship, college, or work. Speakers said the committee is still in its early stages and will report to the legislature. The session ended with committee members thanking the panel and noting the importance of support services and referral networks for apprentices. The meeting then resumed at Renton Technical College, where college leaders and faculty discussed serving non-traditional students. The college reported strong enrollment growth, a median student age of 30, a diverse student body, and high job placement rates, while also noting significant budget cuts and program reductions from the prior year. Health care and early childhood education programs were highlighted, including efforts to expand access through hybrid scheduling, evening and Saturday classes, Spanish-language offerings, and in-person wraparound support for admissions, financial aid, and registration. Faculty said these changes were driven by student data and were aimed at helping working parents, English learners, and other non-traditional students complete credentials and enter family-wage careers.

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• </c><00:18:16.280><c> site</c> a definition of an of an education site a definition of an of an education
• And it should not matter for the education for our children because they all deserve to be educated.
• education education uh uh uh for<00:54:15.760><c> our</c><00:54:15.880><c> children</c><00:54:16.600
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• </c> deny children an education. deny children an education.

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• Tax rate, and the technical changes to education finance.
• Property tax rate, and technical changes to education finance.
• </c><00:14:47.200><c> and</c> Julia is an early childhood educator and Julia is an early childhood educator
• </c><01:06:46.920><c> yesterday</c> your committee on education yesterday your committee on education
• educational attendance compulsory educational attendance requirements<01:16:43.720><c> for</c><01:16

Keywords: 926, house, all

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• We've made progress in the education.
• </c> don't you think we need voter education don't you think we need voter education prior<00:42:31.000
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• saying that, you know, up in education saying that, you know, our<01:20:28.160><c> education</c><01:
• </c> talking about the education part of it. talking about the education part of it.

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Summary: The Judiciary Committee heard several Senate bills. SB 2149 would exempt paternity proceedings involving allegations of domestic abuse from mediation and clarify the domestic abuse mediation exemption in divorce cases. The Department of the Attorney General and the Hawaii State Coalition Against Domestic Violence supported the measure but recommended technical and conforming changes, including updating references from HRS Chapter 584 to 584A and aligning the language more closely with the Uniform Mediation Act. Members discussed whether the bill’s wording could limit who may bring a support person to mediation, and the chair suggested the intent was to preserve survivor choice while avoiding ambiguity. No vote was taken in the portion heard. SB 2203 would create an offense for law enforcement officers using masks or personal disguises. The Office of the Public Defender, ACLU of Hawaii, Legal Clinic, and many other supporters argued the bill would improve transparency, accountability, and public trust, while still allowing safety exceptions. Law enforcement agencies, including the Department of Law Enforcement, Honolulu Police Department, and the Honolulu Prosecutor’s Office, raised concerns about operational needs, undercover and auxiliary units, body cameras, and possible supremacy clause issues if the bill is aimed at federal officers. The chair noted the bill appeared likely to move forward and asked agencies and advocates to work on possible amendments; testimony count was reported as 114 in support, 3 opposed, and 2 comments. SB 2251 would appropriate funds for the victim witness assistance program in the City and County of Honolulu Prosecuting Attorney’s Office. The prosecutor’s office supported the bill, saying it would replace shortfalls from declining federal funding and help maintain victim services and rights information. A former program director also testified in support. When asked, the office said it would not object to a simple reporting requirement. The committee then moved on to SB 2311, which would address claims against the state and add reporting and timing requirements; the Department of the Attorney General testified with concerns and recommendations, and members began questioning current practices for handling claims and settlements.

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• We've already checked with our school safety office of the Department of Education.
• I further move the Education Committee amendment to Senate Bill 1684 be adopted.
• I further move the Education Committee amendment to Senate Bill 1684 be adopted.
• So I would ask, does this education help teachers monitor students' well-being?
• The point of the school is education in Hopi language and culture.

Summary: The House convened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, approval of the journal, guest introductions, and routine communications from the governor and Senate. Members then moved into multiple Committee of the Whole sessions to consider a large number of Senate bills and later House bills on final reading. Several measures were retained on the calendar, while many others advanced with or without amendments. The House also adopted a group concurrence motion on numerous Senate amendments to House bills and later took up third-reading votes on a series of House bills. Among the main committee actions, SB 1049, SB 1315, SB 1401, SB 1418, and SB 1540 were amended and recommended do pass; SB 1332 and SB 1538 also advanced, while SB 1016, SB 1519, SB 1624, SB 1627, SB 1723, and SB 1725 were retained. Debate centered on school safety and interoperability equipment in SB 1315, housing and zoning issues in SB 1118, and school discipline/bullying transparency in SB 1684. Members also discussed SB 1074 on student discipline notifications, SB 1275 on diversion program wording, and SB 1684 on bullying reporting and school liability, with supporters emphasizing safety, accountability, and clarity and opponents warning about unfunded mandates, litigation, and impacts on public schools. On final reading, the House passed a long list of bills, including HB 2032, HB 2035, HB 2109, HB 2120, HB 2176, HB 2189, HB 2195, HB 2203, HB 2342, HB 2383, HB 2423, HB 2428, HB 2439, HB 2440, HB 2573, HB 2594, HB 2621, HB 2641, HB 2673, HB 2693, HB 2752, HB 2756, HB 2875, HB 2895, HB 2916, HB 2923, HB 2946, and HB 2999, with recorded votes ranging from narrow to unanimous. HB 1118, dealing with municipal zoning and historic properties, failed on the floor after debate over housing policy and charter/public school issues, though a motion to reconsider was later made. The session ended with personal announcements, including recognition of Child Help, a memorial reading for Major General W. Bill Van Dyke, caucus meeting notices, a retirement reception reminder, an anniversary acknowledgment, and a Pride Month statement.

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• We've already checked with our school safety office of the Department of Education.
• “I further move the Education Committee...”
• So I would ask, Does this education help teachers monitor students' well-being?
• The point of the school is education in Hopi language and culture.
• The point of the school is education in Hopi language and culture.

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