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• We're developing our resources.
• resources stretching their resources have<00:27:19.279> been<00:27:19.440> drilling<00
• I from those resources in the ground.
• Again, this amendment resources small schools properly and also resources any district where the
• <03:19:22.560> stagnant resources stagnant resources stagnant and<03:19:24.800> a<03:19

Keywords: 916, all

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• It would turn depleting resources into durable prosperity.
• But who should be making the decisions as to what is the best use of those resources?
• Where is the analysis showing the opportunity cost as opposed to politics?
• We're hitting the cap on how many resources we can get. A significant portion of those dollars to.
• And if there are any questions, I know for sure we have some resource witnesses.

Bills: HB 104, HB2054, HB3459, HB3745, HB4486, HB4488, HB4601, HB104

Keywords: Texas Future Fund, investment review board, economic stabilization, innovative technology, national defense, HB 2054, Texas volunteer fire department assistance fund, Rural Volunteer Fire Department Assistance Program, volunteer fire departments, wildfire mitigation, wildland fire, rural fire protection, insurer assessment, insurance premium tax, state appropriations, firefighting grants, emergency services, high-risk wildfire areas, Texas Comptroller, Texas Government Code

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• Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund in 2025-2026 to offset the costs associated with the California Air Resource
• And have there been any additional federal resources to deal with it?
• Are we expecting any future federal resources to deal with it as the deadline is looming?
• IT resources.
• And the Air Resources Board is spending from the MVA.

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• regulations regarding pregnancy resource regulations regarding pregnancy resource centers<00:05:
• Across the country, there are about 2,800 pregnancy resource centers that provide these free resources
• these free resources to women. these free resources to women.
• <00:30:33.039> Um resources with the committee. Um resources with the committee.
• ban pregnancy resource centers. ban pregnancy resource centers.

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• Um, we have a school resource practices.
• public resources etc. public resources etc.
• <02:10:50.159> to<02:10:50.400> seek clients with resources to seek clients with resources
• <02:35:24.880> to uh have you done any legal analysis to uh have you done any legal analysis
• U so uh we appreciate that resources.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• <00:10:24.800> officer emphasizing the school resource officer emphasizing the school resource
• There's also a resource impact not only within DAGS but also the departments.
• There's also a resource impact not only within DAGS but also the departments.
• There's also a resource impact not only within DAGS but also the departments.
• Department of Human Resources support Department of Human Resources support from<00:50:12.760> AF<

Keywords: 910, house, all

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• <01:01:02.360> like And that funded essential resources like And that funded essential resources
• Madam President, in the bill, there's a request for $250,000 for an analysis of economic impact from
• and the impact not an economic analysis and the impact not only<02:41:59.760> of<02:41:59.840
• <03:57:25.160> from and stealing money and resources from and stealing money and resources
• of economic impact we have an analysis of economic impact from<04:39:53.840> increased<04:39:

Keywords: 918, senate, all

Summary: The Senate was called to order, a quorum was established, and remote voting was authorized for several members. The body adopted committee reports except those related to Senate Concurrent Resolution 6, gave Senate File 4067 a second reading, and referred newly introduced bills as listed on the agenda. It also adopted a motion to strike and re-refer House File 3379 to the Committee on Finance, and then moved into special orders and floor debate. The main floor action was on House File 2358, a public safety bill providing enhanced criminal penalties for certain coercion offenses. Senator Lang described it as creating a Minnesota crime targeting sexual extortion of children, including online extortion. Senator Maye Quade supported the bill and spoke about the tragic constituent story behind it. The Senate took a roll call and passed the bill 67-0, with its title agreed to. The Senate then began debate on Senate File 4511, which would clarify Minnesota gambling law to prohibit prediction-market style betting disguised as futures contracts. Senator Marty argued the bill was needed to stop companies such as Kalshi and Polymarket from using futures-contract language to evade state gambling restrictions and to protect existing regulated gambling businesses. Senator Johnson initially offered the A10 amendment to delay action until federal jurisdiction issues are resolved, but withdrew it after debate. He then offered the A8 amendment to preserve longer-term weather-related hedging contracts, which Senator Marty supported as a distinction from short-term, manipulable bets; the A8 amendment was adopted. Debate continued with questions about the bill’s scope, including whether it would reach election-related or financial contracts.

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• We connect individuals with relevant educational resources and with each other.
• <00:04:32.400> That's<00:04:32.639> a resources and with each other.
• That's a resources and with each other.
• ,<00:56:27.280> and agriculture, natural resources, and agriculture, natural resources, and
• I can say from personal experience because I've accessed those resources personally.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• resistance and race and power analysis resistance and race and power analysis starting<00:07:43.720
• <01:26:55.560> and<01:26:55.719> the Mental Health resources and the Mental Health
• resources and the Substance<01:26:56.320> Abuse<01:26:56.679> Prevention<01:26:57.080><
• <01:32:42.040> in students receive education resources in students receive education resources
• <01:35:11.880> and have the same access to resources and have the same access to resources

Keywords: 1183, house

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• The Committee on Natural Resources is called to order.
• Without objection, the Natural Resources Committee minutes of February 27th and March 3rd, 2026, stand
• ADEQ is concerned about the cost and time and resources for the mandated submission of an exceptional
• Requiring unnecessary filing wastes limited agency resources and duplicates an existing process.
• David Fernandez, Arizona Department of Water Resources.

Bills: HB2013, HB2026, HB2056, HB2098, HB2113, HB2156, HB2158, HCM2011, HCR2057

Keywords: air pollution, wildfires, environmental standards, public health, Arizona Revised Statutes, assured water supply, groundwater, commingling, commingled water, water supply, Arizona Department of Water Resources, ADWR, active management area, AMA, subdivision plat, development approval, water rights, municipal provider, private water company, certificate of assured water supply

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• The analysis...
• That it's in a specific jurisdiction at this address with this permit number, the analysis does include
• And I think the state has an interest in that because if there aren't sufficient resources within that
• I appreciate the state resources that were involved in helping to get that fire under control as well
• We are doing our part with limited resources to keep our homes. Please help by supporting AB 635.

Summary: The Assembly Housing and Community Development Committee heard a long agenda of housing-related bills, beginning with AB 518 on low-impact camping areas. The author and supporters said the bill would streamline permitting for small rural camping operations on private land, expand outdoor access, and support rural economies, while opponents from campground associations and counties warned it could undermine existing regulation, create enforcement problems, and allow advertising of unpermitted sites. Members raised concerns about fire safety and local control, but the bill was ultimately passed as amended on an 8-0 vote. The committee then approved AB 635, which would require HCD to refer up to 25 of the most serious mobile home residency law complaints to the Attorney General. Supporters said mobile home residents need stronger enforcement against egregious park-owner violations, while opponents argued the existing program is underused, costly, and should remain subject to a sunset. After discussion of the program’s surplus and enforcement role, the bill passed 9-1. AB 893, which expands ministerial approval for mixed-income housing near college campuses and broadens eligibility for affordable units to students, faculty, and staff, also drew strong support from student advocates and housing groups and respectful opposition from the League of California Cities over local control and height limits; it passed 10-0. AB 925, the Mobile Home Emergency Safety Act, would require stronger emergency preparedness measures in mobile home parks, including accessible exits, working fire hydrants, and gas shutoff access, with a fee increase to fund enforcement. Supporters framed it as a life-safety measure in disaster-prone areas, while opponents argued the bill duplicates existing requirements and imposes an unnecessary fee increase. The committee voted 6-1 to send it to Appropriations, with the bill left on call. The consent calendar, including several other housing and local government bills, was approved 8-0. The committee also heard AB 712, which would increase penalties and attorney-fee protections for applicants enforcing state housing laws against public agencies; supporters said it would improve compliance, while special districts opposed the bill as overly broad and unclear. Members discussed indemnification and timing issues, and the bill was advanced with amendments to Judiciary.

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• And looking at the analysis.
• It saves time and resources for law enforcement, local jails, district attorneys, and county courts.
• I'm the chief of the Crime Laboratory Division at DPS, and I'm a resource witness and would be happy
• I do not have that answer, unfortunately, to our analysis here because I grew up in Houston, Texas.
• The minimum resources you need is just one car with two people, commonly.

Bills: HB316, HB353, HB 1160, HB1414, HB1422, HB1443, HB1713, HB1789, HB1902, HB2073, HB2666, HB2695, HB316

Keywords: motor fuel, criminal offense, metering device, organized crime, Texas Penal Code, trespassing, school safety, day-care centers, education, trespass, public safety, utility employees, criminal penalties, assault, harassment, public duties, safety, law enforcement, driving offenses, license regulations

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• Uh, and I might take—I haven't exercised this analysis, but I believe it is an instrument of the legislature
• I I might take I I haven't exercised I I might take I I haven't exercised this<00:10:50.959> analysis
• 52.320> believe<00:10:52.560> it<00:10:52.800> is<00:10:52.959> an this analysis
• , but I believe it is an this analysis, but I believe it is an instrument<00:10:53.600> of<00:
• enjoying our state natural resources. enjoying our state natural resources.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• Um, the challenges that they do have is staffing and resources, and that's clear to us with the delays
• have 30 days from the time that the kit is collected to submit it to the forensic laboratory for analysis
• Um, obviously, that analysis and that process is probably simpler than this one because there's not like
• Uh, so it looks like that there are staffing issues, there's resource issues, uh, there's recurring fund
• Um, and so we're either not putting the resources, we're not acknowledging this, and so it seemed like

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• So, school districts use screenings to link families with health and early learning programs and resources
• is we looked at each did this analysis is we looked at each um<00:32:08.399> week<00:32:09.039
• I'm a director of budget policy and analysis at Minnesota Management and Budget.
• > it<01:02:22.960> was<01:02:23.200> effective<01:02:23.680> in analysis
• on whether it was effective in analysis on whether it was effective in terms<01:02:24.160> of<

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• they wouldn't have access to it, and so we don't need to engage in that kind of level of detail analysis
• they wouldn't have access to it, and so we don't need to engage in that kind of level of detail analysis
• they wouldn't have access to it, and so we don't need to engage in that kind of level of detail analysis
• they wouldn't have access to it, and so we don't need to engage in that kind of level of detail analysis
• on how we level of detail uh analysis on how we classify<00:58:24.440> the<00:58:24.599> data

Keywords: 1183, house

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• residents for unreasonably long periods of time, as this denies the person access to substantial resources
• CCRCs are a complex financial product, and as such, an in-depth analysis is needed that goes beyond this
• It's been our experience that consumers are often unaware of available resources as they grapple with
• Organizational strength is about having the right resources. This is. is about the people we serve.
• Organizational strength is about having the right resources to support this ever-changing world of senior

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The Special Commission on Continuing Care Retirement Communities held a public hearing focused on studying CCRCs in Massachusetts, including their financial viability, consumer protections, oversight, entrance fee and refund policies, advertising, and procedures for closure or ownership changes. Chair Rep. Tom Stanley and co-chair Sen. Pat Jehlen opened by explaining the commission’s mandate under Chapter 197 of the Acts of 2024 and asked speakers to keep testimony brief. Several commissioners and staff also emphasized the importance of hearing directly from residents, providers, and advocates. Resident testimony largely centered on two themes: the need for stronger resident representation and the need for clearer, faster refund protections. Multiple residents urged the legislature to require resident seats on governing boards, including full voting rights on national or nonprofit boards, and to make board minutes and meetings more transparent. Several speakers described long delays in receiving entrance-fee refunds after leaving a community, with one family reporting an 18-month wait and financial hardship; they called for a one-year refund limit, vacancy-order systems, escrow or reserve protections, and state oversight or guarantee funds. One resident also argued that CCRCs should be more clearly defined in state law and possibly licensed or certified so only approved communities can market themselves as CCRCs. Providers and operators generally described CCRCs as valuable models for aging in place and emphasized transparency, resident engagement, and the benefits of nonprofit ownership. Speakers from nonprofit communities said residents often serve on boards or committees, participate in budgeting and planning, and benefit from integrated care, amenities, and financial stability. A for-profit operator also said residents receive disclosure and input, while noting that CCRCs vary widely and that consumer education is important. Commissioners echoed several recurring issues at the end of the hearing, especially the need to define what a CCRC is and to address refund timelines and information sharing. No votes were taken; the hearing concluded with notice that the next virtual meeting would be on June 23 at 10:00 a.m., and written testimony was invited by email.

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• This should not be an excuse to exploit California's resources, and even if they were linked, it would
• With all due respect to my good colleague, the former Secretary of Natural Resources, my Senate colleague
• Also, in the analysis, it includes very specific items of what this resolution is intended to do, such
• They are farmers who work the land, who put up the resources to be able to grow, and who keep the agricultural
• The vulnerable population must have the resources, recognition, and safety they need right now, and for

Summary: The Senate convened with a roll call, prayer, and Pledge of Allegiance, then recognized the YMCA’s 175th anniversary through floor remarks highlighting its long history of community service, youth programs, child care, and civic engagement. The body then moved through routine messages and appointments, confirming three gubernatorial appointments: former Judge Frank Darnell Jr. to the Alcoholic Beverage Control Appeals Board, Michelle Edgar to the State Board of Barbering and Cosmetology, and David Galavis to the State Park and Recreation Commission. On third reading, senators debated and adopted Senate Joint Resolution 12, which opposes the federal offshore oil and gas leasing proposal off California and calls for California to be removed from the plan and for stronger environmental review and public participation. Supporters emphasized coastal protection and climate goals, while opponents argued the state faces energy supply and affordability problems and needs more domestic production. The resolution passed by roll call. The Senate also adopted Senate Concurrent Resolution 118, urging full release of unclassified Jeffrey Epstein investigation files to promote transparency and accountability for survivors, and Senate Resolution 99, declaring April 21, 2026, California Agriculture Day and recognizing the state’s agricultural production, farmworkers, and climate-smart practices. The final major item was Senate Resolution 100, designating April 16, 2026, as Breaking the Silence Day of Awareness to raise awareness of child sexual abuse, support survivors, and expand prevention and mandated reporter training. The author and supporters spoke about the prevalence of abuse, the importance of reporting, and survivor support; the resolution was adopted unanimously. The Senate then lifted the calls and confirmed the earlier appointments, adopted the consent calendar, announced upcoming budget subcommittee meetings, and adjourned in memory of Rob Trice and Alwyn Ben Holman. The session ended with notice that the next floor session would be Monday, April 27, 2026, with Denim Day observed that day.

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• Getting these resources in bits and pieces over a long period of time doesn't allow our designated tourism
• And the monetary resources of our tourism industry bring in good jobs, support our local economies, and
• And the monetary resources of our tourism industry bring in good jobs, support our local economies, and
• We recently completed an analysis of mural budgets across Massachusetts and compared them with other
• As a result, our communities, especially those that have been historically under-resourced, miss out

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The Joint Committee on Tourism, Arts, and Cultural Development held a hearing on October 21, opening with a moment of silence for former committee chair Senator Edward Kennedy. Chairs Senator Paul Mark and Representative Sean Garballey then heard testimony on several bills related to tourism funding, arts infrastructure, public art, Native heritage, and a choreographer laureate. A major focus was legislation to require earlier distribution of regional tourism council grants from the Tourism Trust Fund, with testimony from regional tourism leaders from North of Boston, Metro West, Cape Cod, and Senator Joan Lovely. Witnesses said delayed grant allocations make it difficult to plan fall, winter, and shoulder-season marketing, and they argued that an October 1 or September 1 deadline would help preserve tourism’s economic impact without increasing appropriations. They cited tourism’s role in jobs, tax revenue, and regional economic development, especially for smaller and less prominent tourism regions. The committee also heard strong support for the Creative Space Act and the PLACE Act, which would help municipalities preserve affordable creative workspace and create a public art funding mechanism tied to state construction projects. Testimony from MassCreative, MAPC, arts organizations, muralists, and local arts leaders emphasized loss of workspace, displacement of artists, and the economic and community benefits of public art. Additional testimony supported bills to protect Native American heritage by preventing the sale of funerary and sacred objects in public or nonprofit collections, and a bill to establish a first-in-the-nation choreographer laureate of the Commonwealth. No votes were taken during the hearing, and the committee adjourned after public testimony concluded.

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• We've got great resource witnesses. You know, Sarah at all? Okay.
• If members, if we need to lean on Ray Martinez as a resource, any questions?
• We need to lean on Ray Martinez as a resource. Any questions? Thank you for being available.
• I know we have a resource witness here from the Hogg Foundation for Mental Health.
• Allison Bullware come forward, any questions for the resource.

Summary: The Senate Education K-16 Committee heard Senate Bill 1961, which would expand reporting on post-secondary outcomes and workforce data, including employment, earnings, regional labor demand, and credentials of value. Senator Bettencourt said the bill is intended to close data gaps and improve alignment between education programs and workforce needs. Witnesses from Opportunity Austin, Texas 2036, Samsung Austin Semiconductor, and the Fort Worth workforce community testified in support, saying better data would help students, parents, schools, employers, and regional economic development efforts. After questions from members about regional workforce pipelines and semiconductor talent needs, public testimony closed and SB 1961 was left pending. The committee then took up several pending bills and reported them favorably, including SB 1325, SB 604, SB 1832, SB 747, SB 2185, and SB 2395, with committee substitutes adopted where needed. SB 1325 was amended to remove the DSHS commissioner’s authority to issue standing orders for respiratory distress medication in schools. SB 1832, relating to school transfer or private-school funding options for students victimized by a public school employee, and SB 747, relating to intimate visual material policies, were both advanced on recorded votes. SB 2185, on the bilingual education allotment, was initially moved to a local calendar but was later backed up and reported to the full Senate after a fiscal note was noted. SB 2395, on school district general obligation bonds, was also reported favorably and then moved to the local and uncontested calendar. The committee also heard SB 646, which would expand the Mental Health Professional Loan Repayment Program to additional professions, increase award amounts, and add stipends for rural and bilingual service. Senator West said the bill responds to mental health workforce shortages and inflation. The Texas Counseling Association supported the measure, and a Hogg Foundation representative said participation has grown sharply since prior changes. SB 646 was left pending. The committee also heard SB 2647, which would create a Texas state accrediting agency and interim oversight system for higher education accreditors; supporters from the Texas Public Policy Foundation and a massage school owner argued it would improve accountability and reduce accreditor overreach, while Senator Menendez raised concerns about effects on law and medical school accreditation and student opportunities. SB 2647 was left pending. Finally, the committee heard SB 2786, which would exempt first responders from the Texas Success Initiative entrance exam, and SB 2615, which would standardize remote-work policies across public higher education institutions. The Texas State Association of Firefighters supported SB 2786, saying it would remove an extra step for career advancement; the bill was left pending because the committee substitute had not yet been adopted. SB 2615 was presented as a way to ensure more consistent in-person staffing expectations while preserving exceptions for illness, disability, and some non-teaching roles; it too was left pending. The committee then recessed subject to the call of the chair.