Transcript Highlights:

• House Bill 534 should pass to the Rules with House Committee Substitute 2 and House Committee Amendment
• Next order of business, the meeting of the Committee on Committees and Rules Committee.
• and the Rules Committee at the clerk's desk.
• </c> Committee on Committees and Rules Committee on Committees and Rules Committee<01:32:51.640><c> at
• Next order of business, report of Committee on Committees and the Rules Committee.

Keywords: 958, all

Summary: The House convened, opened with an invocation and the Pledge of Allegiance, established a quorum with 96 members present, excused absent members, and approved the journal from March 4, 2026. The chamber also received notice that the Senate had passed Senate Bills 50 and 191 and requested concurrence. Several bills were reported for second reading and committee action, including measures on schools, barbering, virtual currency kiosks, eminent domain, DUI, fire protection, school district reporting, teacher certification, legal representation, cost and fee reporting, dentistry, credit insurance, harmful practices, elections, child welfare, health data, Medicaid directed payments, workplace violence in health care, utilities, solid waste, carbon sequestration, and coal/energy affordability. House Bill 534 was sent to the Rules Committee after receiving prior readings, and House Bill 600 was brought up for third reading and passage. House Bill 600, relating to the collection of delinquent tax bills, was explained as allowing counties to use a consolidated procedure to collect multiple delinquent tax cases more efficiently, requiring county attorney contracts with the Department of Revenue to include that option, and extending to counties some property-tax collection tools already used by cities for delinquent and dilapidated properties. A member from Jefferson raised concerns that the bill could allow foreclosure on occupied properties and warned about potential harm to elderly or low-income homeowners; the sponsor responded that the bill was not intended to remove anyone from their property. The House passed HB 600 by a vote of 82-11, and a clincher was applied. House Bill 662, concerning regulation of low-voltage battery-charged security fences by local governments, was described as a business-friendly measure supported by the Chamber of Commerce and affected industries, intended to define the fences and reduce regulatory uncertainty in commercial and industrial zones without removing local regulation. It passed unanimously, 96-0, and a clincher was applied. House Bill 364, relating to benefits for Kentucky National Guard members, was amended by House Floor Amendment 1 to define Commonwealth emergency pay and hazardous duty for Guard members on state active duty during emergencies. Supporters emphasized compensation for Guard members responding to disasters and emergencies, and members cited recent flood and crash responses as examples of their service. The bill passed 96-0, and a clincher was applied. House Bill 534, an elections bill, was taken up with House Committee Substitute 2 adopted. The sponsor said the bill was the product of work by the Secretary of State, the Board of Elections, county clerks, KREF, and others, and was intended to strengthen election laws. Debate focused on a provision that would remove from voter rolls individuals convicted of felonies even while appeals are pending; one member argued this would disenfranchise people before appeals are resolved and sought to offer an amendment, but a motion to suspend the rules for that amendment failed with only 18 votes in favor. Another member said the substitute was the best version of the bill and indicated he would offer amendments, including changes to the felony-appeal language and campaign finance timing, while also seeking to remove a section requiring federal cooperation. The transcript cuts off during that discussion, before final action on HB 534 is shown.

Transcript Highlights:

• Report of Committee.
• The Committee on Rules reports recommending that the following resolutions ought to be adopted.
• Report of Committee.
• The Committee on Rules and the Committees on Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently, report recommending
• Joint Rule 12 is suspended. Report of Committee.

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The House began with routine ceremonial and committee business, including adoption of congratulatory resolutions for an Eagle Scout, Tri Valley, Inc.’s 50th anniversary, and a 100th birthday recognition. The chamber also suspended Joint Rule 12 to send a petition concerning retirement benefits for Julia Flannery, surviving spouse of the Honorable Francis Frannoy, to the Committee on Public Service. The Committee on Steering, Policy and Scheduling reported several bills for House consideration, including a line-of-duty death benefit for the surviving spouse of Detective John D. Sanji, local tax exemption measures for Grafton and Wellfleet, and local alcohol license bills for Marion and Oxford. The House suspended Joint Rule 7A, then ordered these bills to a third reading. The House then passed several engrossed bills to be enacted, including measures on autism-related police interactions, accidental death benefits for a Boston firefighter’s surviving spouse, town charter changes, a Reading senior property tax exemption, an appointed town clerk in Falmouth, and affordable housing/cultural space in Boston’s Brighton section. House Bill 4795, amending the Groton charter, was amended on the floor to strike references to “assistant” in a charter provision and then passed to be engrossed as amended. Finally, the House adopted an order to adjourn to Wednesday at 11 a.m., and then adjourned.

Transcript Highlights:

• Speaker, we are the Committee on Judiciary, Rules and Administration report that we've read and approved
• House Bill 608 will refer to the Judiciary, Rules and Administration Committee for enrolling.
• Speaker, the Judiciary Rules and Administration Committee reports that we’ve had under consideration
• House Resolution 25 will refer to the Judiciary, Rules and Administration Committee for printing.
• Senate Bill 1296 is referred to the Judiciary, Rules and Administration Committee.

Summary: The House convened with a quorum, approved the March 4, 2026 journal, and received notice of a substitute appointment for Legislative District 32. Much of the day was devoted to Idaho Day ceremonies, including prayers, the Pledge of Allegiance, a performance of the national anthem, and remarks honoring Idaho history and former Representative Lyndon Bateman, who was remembered as the founder of Idaho Day and a longtime advocate for cursive, history, and civic education. Guest speakers included historian Justin Vipperman, who spoke about liberty, self-government, and Idaho’s frontier development, and former Attorney General David Leroy, who praised Bateman’s public service and legacy. Members also shared personal tributes before the chamber considered a memorial resolution in Bateman’s honor. The House suspended the rules by a two-thirds vote and adopted House Concurrent Resolution 31, recognizing and commending the lifetime achievements of Lyndon Bateman. The resolution passed 68-0 with two absent and excused, and was sent to the Senate. The chamber also received and referred several Senate messages and committee reports, including bills and resolutions on transportation, agriculture, commerce, state affairs, resources, and other topics. New measures were introduced on issues such as minors and library protections, tax exemptions, stable coins, parental rights and child custody, county fair boards, vehicle license plates, honey industry regulation, and Idaho Digital Learning Academy governance. Several bills and resolutions were placed on the second reading calendar, including measures on elections, environmental quality, hazardous waste, transportation, vehicle titles, industrial hemp, Medicaid managed care, Medicare, and appropriations. House Bill 750 was moved to general orders, and the remaining third-reading bills were held one legislative day. The House also announced committee schedule changes, upcoming events tied to Idaho Day and other advocacy groups, and a reminder about project submissions. The chamber adjourned until 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, March 5, 2026.

Transcript Highlights:

• </c><00:14:31.199><c> I'm</c> chair members of the committee I'm chair members of the committee I'm Alexis
• Aloha, Chair, Vice Chair, committee members.
• committee committee already already already um<01:11:11.960><c> and</c><01:11:12.199><c> we</c><01:11
• Aloha chair, members of the committee.
• </c> 71300 and then adding in the committee 71300 and then adding in the committee report<01:15:02.800

Committee: House Human Services & Homelessness

Keywords: 910, house, all

Summary: The Committee on Human Services and Homelessness heard two SNAP-related bills on March 13, 2025. SB 960 SD1 would appropriate funds to DHS to improve SNAP administration, including additional positions. Testimony from Catholic Charities Hawaii, Hawaii Public Health Institute, Hawaii Food Industry Association, AARP Hawaii, Hawaii Appleseed, and many others strongly supported the measure, emphasizing high food insecurity, the importance of SNAP federal dollars, and the need to reduce delays and improve access. DHS said vacancies and retention are the main barriers, with staffing shortages statewide across processing centers. The department described efforts such as wikiwiki hiring, bringing back retired workers, using interns, and improving call center efficiency, and said it had requested a 5% performance incentive package estimated at about $1.1 million per year, though that request did not make the governor’s budget. Members asked about vacancy counts, staffing distribution, and how the bill would interact with other SNAP funding; DHS said some funding was tied to the new eligibility system and that staffing requests would need to be separate. The committee did not take final action on the bill in the portion heard. The committee then heard SB 961 SD1, which would require DHS to adjust minimum certification periods and participate in the Elderly Simplified Application Project. Supporters, including AARP Hawaii, Catholic Charities Hawaii, Hawaii Public Health Institute, Hawaii Appleseed, Hawaii Food Industry Association, and additional organizations and individuals, said the bill would reduce red tape, help kūpuna, and ease administrative burden. DHS supported the concept but said the current legacy system cannot automate these changes and that any implementation would require manual processing until the new system is in place. DHS and committee members discussed the risk of higher error rates and timeliness problems with manual processing, noting the department had recently been assessed a $1 million penalty for high payment error rates and was already in corrective action for timeliness. Members also discussed the anticipated fall 2026 rollout of the new system and whether the bill should be delayed until then; DHS said it preferred to assess the new system first before pursuing waivers and related changes. The committee then moved on to the next measure after the discussion.

Transcript Highlights:

• As a side note, I'm hoping that this committee has somebody looking over the transportation rules that
• As a side note, I'm hoping that this committee has somebody looking over the transportation rules that
• As a side note, I'm hoping that this committee has somebody looking over the transportation rules that
• As a side note, I'm hoping that this committee has somebody looking over the transportation rules that
• </c> the rules governing it are federal rules the rules governing it are federal rules and<02:17:45.120

Keywords: 928, house, all

Summary: The committee first heard House Bill 758, which would establish a study committee on airport operation hours and possible noise abatement measures, including whether New Hampshire should prohibit departures between midnight and 6 a.m. The sponsor said the committee would examine the pros and cons and consult stakeholders. The Bureau of Aeronautics testified neutrally, noting that New Hampshire has 25 public airports, 12 with federal funding and grant assurances that may require them to remain open during those hours, and that cargo operations, including at Manchester, commonly occur overnight. Members also discussed existing noise abatement programs and how mitigation is determined by noise contours and FAA funding decisions. No vote was taken; the chair closed the hearing after testimony. The committee then heard House Bill 489, allowing voluntary emergency workers to use rear-facing blue lights on private vehicles when responding to emergencies. The sponsor said the bill corrects an oversight in existing law, would not cost the state or towns money, and would improve visibility and safety, especially in rural areas. Supportive testimony from a volunteer responder emphasized that blue lights help cut through fog, snow, and nighttime conditions, and that the bill would only add a single rear-facing blue light to existing red, amber, and white emergency lighting. The New Hampshire State Police opposed the bill, arguing that expanding blue lights to private vehicles would confuse the public and desensitize drivers to blue lights, which are associated with law enforcement. The hearing closed without action. Finally, the committee took up House Bill 533, which the sponsor and State Police clarified is actually two separate changes: one authorizing civilian automotive equipment inspectors to assist with vehicle inspection work, and another expanding language in motor carrier enforcement to include new entrant safety audits and compliance reviews. The State Police explained that civilian inspectors are hired and trained through the department and that any findings of state-law violations would be referred to troopers; they also said the new motor carrier language was requested to satisfy federal audit concerns about right of entry. The New Hampshire Motor Transport Association said it had no position if the civilian inspectors were not doing commercial truck inspections, but would oppose the bill if they were. Members asked about the difference between audits and compliance reviews, and the State Police said audits are for newer carriers and are non-enforcement, while compliance reviews look for violations. The chair then closed the hearing on HB 533. After a brief reset, the committee opened House Bill 594, which would repeal an alternate definition of “way” for the driving-after-suspension statute. The sponsor said the change was requested by the Department of Justice. Representative Erica Leon opposed the repeal, explaining that the prior language was intended to avoid criminalizing people who mow lawns or perform similar work near property edges while suspended, but she worried the repeal could create a loophole allowing driving on places like highway medians. Members questioned whether the issue was limited to mowing or broader vehicle use on property edges, and Leon said she would work with agencies to clarify the language so it protects lawful mowing without allowing misuse. No vote was taken in the portion provided.

Transcript Highlights:

• Representatives has passed Committee Substitute for Committee Substitute for Committee Substitute for
• I move that CS for CS for CS for HB 905, Foreign Influence, be withdrawn from the Committee on Rules
• I move that CS for CS for CS for HB 905, Florin Influence, be withdrawn from the Committee on Rules and
• I'd like to refer that to the Rules Chair. Do you refer that to the Rules Chair? The Rules Chair.
• Committee Substitute for Committee Substitute for Committee Substitute for Committee Substitute for Senate

Keywords: 998, house, all

Transcript Highlights:

• Thank you, Madam Chair, members of the committee. I'm Jarrett Sachs, staff to the committee.
• You know, we have state rules above federal safety rules.
• You know, we have state rules above federal safety rules. we have state rules above federal safety rules
• Members of the committee, Marlon Yanez, staff to the committee.
• Chair, members of the committee, Marlon Yanez, staff to the committee.

Bills: SB6045 , SB6188 , SB6053 , SB5852

Committee: Senate Labor & Commerce

Keywords: agriculture, collective bargaining, labor relations, public employment, agricultural employees, SB 6188, asbestos, asbestos training, asbestos certification, asbestos worker, asbestos supervisor, Department of Labor and Industries, L&I, rulemaking authority, occupational safety, workplace safety, hazardous materials, abatement, encapsulation, removal

Transcript Highlights:

• 2006, the Judiciary and Rules Committee reports to Senate Concurrent Resolution 128.
• Senate Bills 1446 and 1447 will be referred to the Judiciary and Rules Committee for printing.
• Senate Bills 1446 and 1447 will be referred to the Judiciary and Rules Committee for printing.
• Senate Bill 1439, by the Judiciary and Rules Committee: An act relating to education.
• to the Judiciary and Rules Committee.

Keywords: 989, all

Transcript Highlights:

• Committee on Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently, to whom was referred a Senate order granting
• The Committee on Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently, to whom was referred a Senate order
• The Committee on Rules, acting concurrently, to whom was referred a Senate order granting the Committee
• The Committee on Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently, to whom was referred a Senate order
• Lovely for the committee. Question comes on suspension of the rules. Senator Feeney has moved.

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The Senate resumed debate on An Act Fostering Agricultural Resilience in Massachusetts and considered a series of amendments focused on farm economics, land preservation, energy, labor, and agricultural education. Senator Tarr’s Amendment 5, allowing local-option tax exemptions for newly constructed farm buildings for up to five years, was adopted by a roll call vote of 38-0. Several other Tarr amendments were debated but not adopted, including proposals on APR criteria and climate resilience, a one-stop permit and grant portal, a foreign-ownership farmland registry, horse-riding instructor licensing, expanding farm-based renewable energy, a farm stand waiver process, non-agricultural conversion notice requirements, and a health and wellness amendment. Senator Mark’s Amendment 20, creating a Massachusetts Food Tourism Task Force to support marketing and procurement of agricultural goods, was adopted. Senator Gomez’s Amendment 41 on farmworker fairness and wage protections was withdrawn after discussion, with Senators Eldridge and Comerford speaking in support of continued work on the issue. Senator Fattman’s Amendment 34, directing a study of agricultural schools and regional workforce needs, was adopted by roll call vote 37-0. The chamber also took up several procedural matters and extension orders. The Senate adopted a Ways and Means amendment and then ordered the agricultural bill to a third reading before passing it to be engrossed by a roll call vote of 39-0. Separately, the Senate adopted extension orders for the Committee on Revenue and the Committee on Financial Services, with Senators Eldridge and Feeney explaining the need for additional time on revenue and financial services bills; Senator Tarr raised concerns about the scope and duration of some of the extensions. The Senate also approved an extension for a financial technology services bill. In addition to legislative action, the Senate observed a moment of silence in memory of Mark K. Harris after a motion by Senators Collins and Miranda, and recognized guests for Youth Mentoring Day and the Mass Mentoring Program. The chamber also passed a memorial overpass designation for U.S. Marine Staff Sergeant Raymond G. Torville and a local alcohol-license bill for the town of Topsfield. The session concluded with an order to adjourn until the next day at 11 a.m., with the adjournment also dedicated to the memory of Mark K. Harris.

Transcript Highlights:

• The Committee on Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently, to whom was referred a Senate order
• The Committee on Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently, to whom was referred a Senate order
• The Committee on Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently, to whom was referred a Senate order
• The Committee on Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently, to whom was referred a Senate order
• Lovely for the committee. Question comes on suspension of the rules. Senator Feeney has moved.

Summary: The Senate resumed consideration of An Act Fostering Agricultural Resilience in Massachusetts and took up a series of amendments focused on farm taxation, land preservation, permitting, renewable energy, marketing, and labor standards. Amendment 5, offered by Senator Tarr, would allow local option tax exemptions for newly constructed farm buildings for up to five years; it was supported by Senator Comerford and adopted by a roll call vote of 38-0. Amendment 20, offered by Senator Mark, created a Massachusetts Food Tourism Task Force to improve marketing and promotion of agricultural goods, and it was also adopted. Several other Tarr amendments were debated but rejected, including proposals on APR criteria, a one-stop permitting and grants portal, foreign ownership tracking in the farmland registry, horse-riding instruction licensure, higher solar/agrovoltaics caps on farmland, farm stand waiver flexibility, notice before conversion of registered farmland, and a health and wellness amendment. A major point of debate was Amendment 41, offered by Senator Gomez, which sought to extend wage and hour protections to agricultural laborers, including raising the subminimum wage, adding overtime, paid breaks, and paid time off. Senator Gomez described the measure as a correction to racist historical exclusions, and Senator Eldridge and Senator Comerford spoke in support of stronger worker protections and continued negotiations. The sponsor ultimately withdrew the amendment, saying talks with stakeholders and Senate leadership would continue. The chamber also heard a brief recognition for youth mentoring guests and later adopted a study amendment from Senator Fattman directing an assessment of the need for a Central Massachusetts agricultural school; that amendment passed 37-0. After the agricultural bill was amended by the Senate Ways and Means amendment and ordered to a third reading, the Senate passed the bill, An Act Fostering Agricultural Resilience in Massachusetts (S. 3029), to be engrossed by a vote of 39-0. The Senate then adopted several committee extension orders, including extensions for the Revenue Committee and the Financial Services Committee, with some discussion about the number and scope of bills covered. The chamber also passed a local bill designating the U.S. Marine Staff Sergeant Raymond G. Torville Veterans Memorial Overpass in Sandwich and another local alcohol licensing bill for Topsfield. The session ended with recognitions for community and youth groups, a motion to adjourn in memory of Mark K. Harris, and adjournment to the following day at 11 a.m.

Transcript Highlights:

• I can think of five rules that the Bureau has: their contract rule, their UDAP or unfair discriminatory
• practices rule, their larger participant rule, which would give them authority over places like Venmo
• I like rules. I like following rules. And so we've always followed all the rules and regulations.
• Rule? That rule was revoked on January 20th, 2021. Tell me, who revoked that?
• That this committee will get out.

Committee: Senate Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Committee

Transcript Highlights:

• It's a separate rule, but if you're exempt from that rule, then you're also exempt from the time limit
• It's a separate rule, but if you're exempt from that rule, then you're also exempt from the time limit
• Thank you, Chair Hart, for covering the committee.
• So you are actually exempt from the rule entirely.
• So you would follow the rules related to CalWORKs.

Keywords: 988, house, all

Transcript Highlights:

• It's a separate rule, but if you're exempt from that rule, then you're also exempt from the time limit
• It's a separate rule, but if you're exempt from that rule, then you're also exempt from the time limit
• Good morning, Chair Hart, members of the committee.
• Thank you, Chair Hart, for covering the committee.
• So you are actually exempt from the rule entirely.

Summary: The Assembly Budget Subcommittee on Accountability and Oversight held a hearing on how H.R. 1’s new federal work and community engagement rules will affect Medi-Cal and CalFresh, especially for Californians with behavioral health needs, people experiencing homelessness, and justice-involved individuals. The Legislative Analyst’s Office outlined the scope of the changes, including Medi-Cal work requirements beginning in January 2027 and CalFresh changes beginning in June 2026, and estimated large potential coverage losses if people cannot document exemptions or comply with reporting rules. State departments said they are still awaiting some federal guidance but are already building implementation plans, data matching, outreach campaigns, and system changes to reduce disruption and automatically identify exemptions where possible. Department of Health Care Services and Department of Social Services officials described efforts to use existing data, CalSAWS, and cross-program coordination to streamline exemption screening, including for medical frailty, serious mental illness, substance use disorders, and student status. They said outreach will include text messaging, webinars, county training, and community-based partners, while also acknowledging that many people will still need direct worker contact. County representatives stressed that the new rules will create major administrative burdens, require significant new staffing, and could lead to coverage loss if counties are not adequately funded. They urged the Legislature to release the $20 million in current-year General Fund for CalFresh implementation and to consider a much larger county augmentation next year. Assembly members pressed the administration on outreach strategy, county funding, consistency across counties, and how to avoid harming eligible people through overly aggressive implementation. They also asked about coordination with universities, CDCR, and community-based organizations, and about how exemptions would be documented for mental health and substance use conditions. Department officials said they are working with counties, education institutions, and correctional agencies, and that they are trying to align Medi-Cal and CalFresh rules where possible, but not all federal definitions match. Public commenters from legal aid, counties, labor, and public hospitals warned that work requirements do not increase employment, will worsen food insecurity and health outcomes, and will strain county systems unless the state provides more funding and support.

Transcript Highlights:

• and Administration Committee.
• Committee property properly before the committee, excuse me, is H 57.
• We're talking about the rule.
• There's actually even already a rule in the Idaho Rules of Family Law Procedure, Rule 816, that specifically
• All right, committee. House Bill 859 is before the committee to do it as you please.

Committee: House Judiciary, Rules and Administration

Keywords: 989, all

Transcript Highlights:

• Then the next order of business would be a meeting of the Rules Committee and Committee on Committees
• President, I move the Senate recess for a meeting of the Rules Committee and Committee on Committees
• Then the next order of business would be a meeting of the Rules Committee and Committee on Committees
• President, I move the Senate recess for a meeting of the Rules Committee and Committee on Committees
• of the rules committee and committee<00:08:09.680><c> on</c><00:08:09.919><c> committees.

Keywords: 958, all

Summary: The Senate convened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, a roll call establishing a quorum, and approval of the previous day’s journal. The House clerk then informed the Senate that the House had passed House Bills 49 and 470 and requested concurrence. The clerk also read the second-reading calendar, which included Senate Bills 45, 98, 118, 145, 153, 155, 158, and 160, all of which were sent to the Rules Committee. Committee reports placed several bills on the calendar, including SB 69, 56, 72, 57, 172, 9, 141, and 110, with various committee substitutes and title amendments noted. The Rules Committee later posted those bills for the next day’s regular orders, and the Committee on Committees made several referrals, including SB 41 to Appropriations and Revenue; SBs 124 and 152 to Education; SBs 125, 138, 162, and 170 to Judiciary; SJR 90 to Transportation; SBs 47, 104, and 159 to Veterans, Military Affairs, and Public Protection; and Senate Resolutions 85 through 89 to the floor. During floor business, members filed amendments and co-sponsorship requests, including amendments to SB 39 and SB 110 and co-sponsorships for bills such as SB 98, SB 172, SB 63, SB 135, SB 179, and SB 169. Senators also made several announcements and remarks, including notice of upcoming committee meetings, a reception for working families, the National Farm Machinery Show, and concerns about coal, energy affordability, and a constituent’s high utility bill. One senator called up Senate Resolution 82 for the next day, and the chamber adopted Senate Resolution 84, honoring Harriet Thompson of Winchester for her service to the Clark County Republican Women’s Club and the Republican Party. New legislation was introduced, including SB 180 on property valuation, SB 184 on education reporting, SBs 185-187 on branch budget recommendations and branch budget bills, SB 188 on railroad safety, and SCR 96 to reestablish the disaster prevention and resiliency task force. No floor votes were taken on the bills themselves during this meeting beyond the adoption of SR 84. The Senate then recessed for committee meetings, returned, and adjourned until 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 12, 2026.

Transcript Highlights:

• Report of Committee.
• The Committee on Rules and the Committees on Rules of the Two Branches, acting concurrently, reports
• Rules are suspended. Those in favor say aye. Opposed, no. The ayes have it. Rules are suspended.
• Joint Rule 12 is suspended.
• Report of committee.

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The House opened with the Pledge of Allegiance and then received a gubernatorial message recommending legislation to empower municipalities and local governments. The message was referred to the appropriate committees by subject matter, including Municipalities and Regional Government, Public Service, and Revenue. The House also acted on a Rules Committee report suspending Joint Rule 12 for several filed petitions, including proposals on vocational admissions policy, naming tennis courts in Boston, newborn screening for congenital cytomegalovirus, and a sick leave bank for a state employee; the rule suspensions were approved by voice vote. Members also welcomed visiting guests to the chamber, including the Palmer chapter of Operation Friendship with students from France and Sweden, and guests from the Green Team of the Southwest Boston CDC. The Steering, Policy and Scheduling Committee then reported several House bills for consideration, including measures on local journalism, assessor certificates, Machado Joseph Disease Awareness Day, a Seekonk charter amendment, a Dartmouth Fire District treasurer appointment, and a Wayland Free Public Library Millennium Fund. The House suspended Rule 7A, took second readings on those bills, and ordered them to a third reading by voice vote. Finally, the House adopted an order to adjourn to meet again Monday at 11:00 a.m., and then adjourned to that time in informal session.

Transcript Highlights:

• The Judiciary and Rules Committee reports to the Senate Journal.
• Senate Bill 1393, 1394, and 1395 will all three be referred to the Judiciary and Rules Committee.
• Judiciary Rules Committee, Senate Bill 1396 will go to the Resources and Environment Committee.
• Senate Bills 1399 and 1400 will be referred to the Judiciary and Rules Committee for printing.
• House Bill 752 and House Bill 680 will both be referred to the Judiciary and Rules Committee.

Keywords: 989, all

Transcript Highlights:

• Chairman and committee members.
• rule, that there needs to be these certain cases in which to make a temporary rule.
• Page two talks about temporary rules will also be subject to section 67-5223, which is about ...rules
• in which to make a temporary rule.
• Welcome to the committee. Thank you, Mr. Chair, and committee.

Committee: House State Affairs

Keywords: 989, all

Transcript Highlights:

• The bill is our revenue rules bundle containing 27 rules from six different agencies.
• The 27 rules from six different agencies, a strike-and-insert amendment language, and two rules, one
• I request unanimous consent that the bill be referred to the Committee on Rules.
• I need to request a Rule 43 ruling as a practicing legal attorney in the state of West Virginia.
• I need to request a Rule 43 ruling as a practicing legal attorney in the state of West Virginia.

Keywords: 994, senate, all

Transcript Highlights:

• is</c> preliminary ruling, but that ruling is preliminary ruling, but that ruling is not<00:42:34.560
• I did not hear a yield, and we need the committee report. followed the rules, used the uh wisdom followed
• </c> wetlands rules. wetlands rules.
• They followed the rules. They children. They followed the rules.
• appropriation and are therefore referred to the Committee on Appropriations pursuant to House Rule 35A

Keywords: 926, house, all