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• Chairman, members, thank you for the opportunity to address the committee.
• Thank you for the opportunity for testifying, uh, this evening. Uh, my name is Bob Hunt.
• Speaker, Committee members, um, for giving me the opportunity to lay out House Bill 4285.
• I appreciate the opportunity to tell our story.
• We would welcome an opportunity to work with you, Mr.

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• What a great opportunity to answer a question.
• This is an opportunity where our communities could have the support for workforce to do the outreach.
• Now we have an opportunity here. We had an opportunity.
• We're trying to befuddle the bill again with important amendments, but we have an opportunity to work
• We have an opportunity, like the Miles and Family Legacy, to get bills done, signed off, and sent to

Bills: HF2436

Keywords: child welfare, economic assistance, child care, grant program, video security cameras

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• We're a digital committee, so Tracy will go over all that. Tracy, do you need to say anything?

Keywords: 989, all

Summary: The committee convened with a quorum, welcomed new members and a page, and reviewed digital committee procedures before taking up three RS introductions. Representative Hill presented RS 32835, an update to the Idaho Code of Military Justice for the Idaho National Guard. He said the measure would better align military justice procedures with Title 32 Guard operations, improve commanders’ ability to maintain discipline, enhance protections for accused service members, and remove outdated language. After brief questions, the committee voted to introduce RS 32835. Representative Green introduced RS 32973, describing it as a follow-up to last year’s transportation-related legislation. The proposal would allow government entities receiving federal or grant funding to make standalone bike and pedestrian facility improvements, and would narrow a violation provision to apply only to elected officials or officers. She also declared a Rule 80 conflict because she works as a transportation planner. The committee voted to introduce RS 32973. Representative Dygert presented RS 32991, which would make truck inspections valid for 72 hours so vehicles used repeatedly during harvest operations would not need full inspections at every crossing. He emphasized that the bill would not eliminate weigh stops or driver credential checks, only repeat vehicle inspections. Members asked about the current lack of a time limit, the choice of 72 hours, and how enforcement would work. The committee then voted to introduce RS 32991 and adjourned.

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• So you have a one-pager with you today, and I appreciate Chairwoman Schlegel the opportunity to come
• And I have just some of the things they're going to study: evaluate their methods and opportunities to
• This gives us an opportunity now to... We encourage families.
• This gives us an opportunity now to put in place a policy that will help that encouragement along.
• I see that Representative Marcel has given Representative Landry the opportunity to close on her behalf

Summary: The committee met on May 19, 2026, with a quorum present and first heard a presentation from Superintendent Cade Brumley on Louisiana’s recent education scorecard, which showed the state ranked first nationally in reading growth, second in math growth, and first overall in academic growth from 2022 to 2026. Members praised teachers and the department for the results. The committee then deferred SB 507 at the author’s request. The committee reported several bills favorably. SB 484 by Sen. Abraham, as amended, transfers selected duties from the Board of Regents to university management boards and Louisiana Works, adjusts authority over certain higher-education initiatives, creates a study of LUMCON’s placement, and adds financial reporting and early-warning requirements for universities. SB 157 by Sen. Jenkins, as amended, creates six weeks of paid parental leave for eligible public K-12 employees for birth, adoption, or fostering, with a reimbursement fund subject to appropriation; testimony emphasized family support, recruitment and retention, and health benefits. SB 83 by Sen. Edmonds, as amended, requires human trafficking prevention and victim-identification training in schools and updates coordination and service language; the amendment made implementation subject to appropriation and clarified the governor’s office role. The committee also reported SB 450 by Sen. Edmonds, as amended, requiring mandatory reporting of school threats and physical security assessments, with student witnesses and members stressing school safety and the need for funding and practical security measures. SB 132 by Sen. Klein-Peter, as amended, requires exterior master key boxes and updated school mapping data for emergency response, with an amendment exempting districts already using such boxes. Finally, Rep. Carver presented HR 251 on recess for K-3 students, citing Oklahoma’s expanded recess law and research on physical activity and learning, but said he would keep the resolution parked for further discussion rather than seek a vote.

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• The bill also expands the grade levels that can be served by the Mountain State Digital Literacy Project
• First-time offense, the Commissioner shall, after providing notice and an opportunity to be heard pursuant
• For a third or subsequent offense, the Commissioner shall, after providing notice and an opportunity
• Yes, so the first offense, the commissioner of labor, after providing notice and opportunity to be heard
• of labor, after providing notice and opportunity to be heard, will issue an order imposing a written

Keywords: 994, senate, all

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• In this new digital age, this is the appropriate measure, so I'll happily support this.
• Why would we deny that same opportunity to any other child?
• Chairman, will there be no opportunity to... I'm sorry, Mr.
• Chairman, will there be no opportunity to discuss the motion? We're really very short on time.
• Anyway, yeah, I'd like to, thanks for the opportunity, Chairman and committee.

Keywords: 989, all

Summary: The committee first approved the minutes from March 5, 2026, and introduced a substitute member. It then heard House Bill 681, which would remove the statute of limitations for aggravated lewd conduct with a child and for producing sexually exploitative material. Representative Stone and prosecutors said the bill would allow prosecution of serious child sexual abuse cases without time limits, including cases involving child pornography production. A question was raised about whether AI-generated child sexual abuse material would be covered, and the sponsor said that was the intent. The committee voted unanimously to send HB 681 to the floor with a due pass recommendation. The committee then took up House Bill 822, a parental-rights bill on pediatric social transition. Sponsor Bruce Skaug said the bill would require schools and health care providers to notify parents if a minor requests help with a sex transition or social transition, and would allow civil action and damages for violations. Supporters argued it protects parental rights and prevents schools from concealing information; opponents said it could endanger vulnerable youth, interfere with professional confidentiality, and create vague or excessive penalties. Members questioned the bill’s definitions, whether it covered appearance or dress, whether it should refer to legal guardians as well as parents, and whether the $100,000 damages provision was excessive. After a failed motion to hold the bill in committee, the committee voted 12-4 against that motion and then passed HB 822 to the floor with a due pass recommendation. Finally, the committee heard Senate Bill 1296, which updates Idaho’s criminal trespass law to address disruptions at houses of worship. Representative Razor said it would create a specific trespass offense for unauthorized entry intended to intimidate, harass, or disrupt worship, with misdemeanor penalties. Supporters said the bill would help protect churches and worshippers from targeted disruptions while preserving lawful protest rights. Testimony was overwhelmingly supportive, though one witness suggested the penalty should be stronger. The committee unanimously sent SB 1296 to the floor with a due pass recommendation.

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• We're going to be on the TV, social media Local newspapers, radios, and some digital prints in the airport
• So you know, we have a variety of skills, and we have an opportunity because sometimes you just need
• Thank you for the opportunity to address you today. My name is Brian Van Den Zen.
• I would love that opportunity. And with that, I stand for your questions. Thank you.
• Thank you so much for giving us the opportunity to come before you today.

Keywords: 996, all

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• Calhoun, Good Morning, Mister Chairman Committee, thanks for having us all here today and the opportunity
• those storage points are areas where marketers and customers can basically create a hedge or or opportunity
• that records exemptions were in place so that bad actors can see how we've set up our, you know, our digital
• We're actually wrapping up to grant opportunities from the state to explore the feasibility to extend
• potential growth in in Florida alone is ranked in the top 10 of renewable natural gas infrastructure Opportunities

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• That we are giving every opportunity for the folks who rely on our systems to have equity and an opportunity
• While our position is pending, we did want to take this opportunity to commend the author for introducing
• I'm looking forward for the opportunity of presenting AB 300, and I will be accepting the committee amendments
• We have a recommended due pass and we want to give you an opportunity to shore it up so to speak.
• districts to contract directly with qualified vendors to create standardized, verified, and accessible digital

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• While I have the mic, this morning at the Otero County breakfast, we had the opportunity to recognize
• So if you have the opportunity and you see him walking down the hall, give him a hug.
• So if you have the opportunity and you see him walking down the hall, give him a hug.
• Madam President, thank you very much for the opportunity to speak today.
• Yesterday, I had the opportunity to visit with this wonderful family. Thank you very much.

Keywords: 996, all

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• He and I had the opportunity to meet with a group called Building Bridges in Snohomish County back in
• Appreciate the opportunity. My name is Laura Armstrong.
• As a first of my family to attend college, I understand the value of opportunity and mentorship.
• As a first of my family to attend college, I understand the value of opportunity and mentorship.
• As a first of my family to attend college, I understand the value of opportunity and mentorship.

Bills: SCR8406, SB5825, SB5842, SB5863, SB5840

Keywords: civic health, community engagement, committee reestablishment, public participation, governance, Washington State Leadership Board, WSLB, gift acceptance, grants, endowments, private funding, public funding, fundraising, state board, youth leadership, civic engagement, leadership development, Washington World Fellows, sports mentoring, Boundless Washington

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• Thank you for the opportunity.
• So it gives an opportunity.
• I want to thank you for that opportunity.
• Thank you for this opportunity.
• So it's an opportunity for Texas to lead.

Bills: HB17, HB34, HB41, HB 118, HB 119, HB 127, HB 128, HB 129, HB 130, HB132, HB133, HB17, HB41, HB118, HB119, HB127, HB128, HB129, HB130, HB132, HB133

Keywords: foreign ownership, real estate, national security, designated countries, Texas property law, lobbying, foreign adversaries, compensation prohibition, transparency, civil penalties, higher education, foreign adversary, research security, trade secrets, academic partnerships, HB 128, sister city, sister-city agreement, international exchange, municipal diplomacy

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• But somehow through all the process, we've missed the opportunity to help our widows with the Part A
• This is a reflection of a public-private partnership opportunity that would expand our ability to have
• , and bring them into this opportunity for high-quality early learning.
• And for many children, ECEAP is the first opportunity they've had for any early learning in their little
• For providing a copy of a digital or electronic exhibit, that fee is $25 per exhibit.

Summary: The committee held a public hearing and briefing on several bills, with House Bill 2441, House Bill 2159, House Bill 2521, House Bill 2531, House Bill 2543, and House Bill 1607 discussed in that order after agenda changes. HB 2441 would expand reimbursement from the LEO retirement fund for survivors of law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty, covering Medicare Parts A and B premiums and retroactive health insurance premiums during the period before a death is officially determined to be work-related. Staff described a relatively small number of affected survivors and modest actuarial impacts, and the prime sponsor spoke emotionally in support. A representative from the L&I Board also testified that the board had studied the issue and endorsed the bill. HB 2159 would create the Pre-K Promise Account to receive philanthropic funds for ECEAP expansion. Staff explained ECEAP eligibility and the proposed non-appropriated account structure, noting Governor Ferguson’s budget included $34.5 million in non-appropriated authority for about 2,000 new school-day slots. Testimony was strongly supportive from Ballmer Group, DCYF, Head Start/ECEAP advocates, a Yakima provider, and the governor’s office, all emphasizing the public-private partnership, expanded access, and support for children furthest from opportunity. HB 2521 would remove the $18 cap on the State Patrol’s firearm background check fee and allow the fee to be set to cover total program costs. Staff said the fee could rise to about $33 per check based on current costs, and the State Patrol testified that the cap no longer matches actual expenses and threatens staffing and service levels. One member of the public opposed the bill, arguing the state system should be scrapped or capped and that consumers would face higher costs. HB 2531 would freeze the ambulance quality assurance fee at its July 4, 2025 level to comply with federal law and adjust Medicaid add-on payments accordingly; the Washington Ambulance Association strongly supported it as essential to preserving federal matching funds and improving wages and benefits. HB 2543 would update county clerk fees and modernize outdated references, with county officials supporting the changes as necessary to reflect current electronic-record practices. HB 1607, the Recycling Refund Act, drew the most extensive testimony. Staff described a 10-cent refund system for covered beverage containers, a producer responsibility organization, Ecology oversight, and fiscal impacts tied to program administration and lost tax revenue. Supporters, including environmental groups, youth advocates, Seattle Public Utilities, and some industry voices, argued the bill would reduce litter, increase recycling rates, support reuse systems, and complement the existing recycling reform law. Opponents from recycling haulers, grocers, beverage interests, counties, and solid waste providers argued it would function like a tax, raise consumer and retailer costs, duplicate or undermine curbside recycling and EPR, and create siting and implementation problems. No votes were taken on the bills in this transcript; the hearing concluded with public testimony and adjournment.

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• . >> THANK YOU FOR THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK HERE TODAY.
• FIRST I APPRECIATE THE OPPORTUNITY TO MEET WITH THE BILL SPONSOR AND STAFF.
• THIS IS ANOTHER OPPORTUNITY FOR THEM TO DO THAT.
• THIS IS NOT ABOUT OPPORTUNITY IT IS WHAT EXPLOITATION.
• CLAIMS TO GREAT OPPORTUNITIES BUT INSTEAD IT THREATENS EDUCATION, HEALTH, AND FAIR TREATMENT.

Keywords: 999, senate, all

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• FOR MORE ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITIES AND A BETTER QUALITY OF LIFE.
• DON'T HAVE THOSE OPPORTUNITIES, OR THEY ARE PAYING HIGHER. >> I GET IT.
• WE ARE SEEING A LOT OF FOLKS CERTAINLY NOT HAVE THOSE HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES.
• THANK YOU FOR ALLOWING ME THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK ON 674.
• FLORIDA WILL MISS OUT ON OPPORTUNITIES.

Keywords: 999, senate, all

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• I appreciate, Madam Chair, the opportunity to serve with you on this committee. Thank you.
• digging so I appreciate Madam chair more digging so I appreciate Madam chair the<00:04:08.519><c> opportunity
• to serve with you on the opportunity to serve with you on this this this committee<00:04:12.200><c>
• </c> to this and um having an opportunity to this and um having an opportunity like<00:13:01.320><c>
• And that’s a really great opportunity for continuous improvement for an agency.”

Keywords: 1183, house

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• </c><01:00:05.599><c> for</c> upon accessibility and opportunity for upon accessibility and opportunity
• </c><01:20:27.600><c> gaps</c> I've been about closing opportunity gaps I've been about closing opportunity
• or how dramatic what those opportunity or how dramatic those<01:20:58.239><c> opportunity</c><01:20:
• </c><01:32:11.920><c> to</c> He's really getting an opportunity to He's really getting an opportunity
• </c><01:32:26.000><c> to</c> is not giving him any opportunity to is not giving him any opportunity to

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• There will be opportunities to work with them. Devil's always in the dollars, huh?
• So with that, I'll close my remarks and thank you again for the opportunity to visit with you today and
• Members for the opportunity to present House Bill 1335.
• Thank you for the opportunity for me to speak with you all today. I'm available for any questions.
• Uh, thank you for the opportunity to testify before you today.

Bills: HB206

Keywords: HB206, school district bonds, bond election, voter approval, Education Code, Chapter 45, Section 45.003, Section 45.0034, Texas schools, school finance, local tax election, bond referendum, school construction, capital improvements, election frequency, five-year waiting period, district bonds, public school funding

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• </c><00:27:34.480><c> without</c> can pursue career opportunities without can pursue career opportunities
• With that, thank you so much for the opportunity to testify today.
• Paul dedicated to expanding cooperative ownership and economic opportunity.
• Thanks for the opportunity to testify.
• </c><00:54:52.400><c> to</c> more um thanks for the opportunity to more um thanks for the opportunity

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• </c><01:02:26.480><c> when</c> uh try and uh when opportunity when uh try and uh when opportunity when
• opportunities<01:02:27.599><c> are</c><01:02:27.839><c> knocking,</c> opportunities are knocking, opportunities
• They have those opportunities<01:05:00.400><c> coming</c><01:05:00.720><c> up</c> opportunities coming
• ,</c><01:06:02.000><c> whether</c> capitalize on that opportunity, whether capitalize on that opportunity
• </c><02:43:48.800><c> permit</c> funds to modernize those digital permit funds to modernize those digital

Keywords: 916, all