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• <00:57:22.960> These<00:57:23.200> cases a report of abuse filed.
• These cases a report of abuse filed.
• Clearly, that is the case undocumented. Clearly, that is the case in<01:55:14.800> Louisiana.
• So this bill is unnecessary for the cases where towns do want to spend more.
• Uh the articulate a case for uh co-ass.

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• Is that not the case? Yeah, that would be the case.
• Is that not the case? Yeah, that would be the case.
• Is that not the case? Yeah, that would be the case.
• Is that not the case? Yeah, that would be the case.
• Is that not the case? Yeah, that would be the case.

Keywords: 928, house, all

Summary: The committee first held a work session on HB 505, which would allow the sale of freeze-dried foods produced in homestead food operations. Members raised concerns about the bill’s broad language, especially the provision stating freeze-dried food would not be considered potentially hazardous. Several suggested narrowing the bill to specific products such as processed foods, berries, fruit, dairy products, ice cream, or vegetables, and requiring use of commercial freeze-drying equipment rather than dehydrators. There was also discussion of oxygen absorbers, moisture control, sanitation, and whether the issue should be handled in statute or rules. By the end of the discussion, members generally agreed the topic should be treated in a separate section of law rather than folded into the existing homestead food license, and the chair said the matter would be sent to the food safety subcommittee, with the possibility of a study committee if more time was needed. The committee then moved to HB 277, a technical correction to the animal cruelty statutes. Representative Bixby explained that current law refers to a “colt,” which applies only to male baby horses, leaving fillies unaddressed; the bill would replace “colt” with “foal” and make related wording changes so the restriction applies to any horse under 90 days old not being nursed by its dam. The New Hampshire Farm Bureau testified in support, saying the change was requested to clarify and modernize the statute and that the issue had been identified during work on related animal cruelty legislation. No votes were taken in the portion provided. The chair recessed the work session until 11:00 a.m. and announced that Representative Ktoa would take over the hearing on HB 277.

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• In many cases, this was a dollar an acre when it was valued at $8 to $10 an acre, but the university
• In many cases, this was a dollar an acre when it was valued at $8 to $10 an acre, but the university
• <00:47:31.640> this cases this cases this was<00:47:33.640> uh<00:47:34.040> was
• <00:58:26.160> case<00:58:26.400> when do I hope that is the case case when do I hope
• that is the case case when they<00:58:27.000> come<00:58:27.240> down<00:58:27.440>

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• But in any case, if there is a particular medicine that is proving effective and a treatment that's been
• But in any case, if there is a particular medicine that is proving effective and a treatment that's been
• It's just giving us insight and making sure that we know everything that's going on with that case and
• But on some of these cases, if there is a medical emergency, they are expedited in the review.
• So I would expect any of these particular cases, if we're at the point of looking for these, they would

Summary: The State Insurance Programs Oversight Subcommittee met on June 17 and reviewed a series of Employee Benefits Division and Office of Property Risk items. The committee approved formulary changes for March and April that favored lower-cost generics, removed some new-to-market drugs from coverage pending more evidence, and made maintenance changes to migraine and diabetes medications. Members also approved a cell and gene therapy policy that would route those therapies through prior authorization rather than automatic coverage; officials said the process should not delay urgent cases and that no current members would be affected. The committee then reviewed a UAMS pharmacy benefit consultant contract amendment, but after extended discussion about the written scope and dollar amounts, the motion was approved with the understanding that any use of optional services would return to the committee for further review. The committee also reviewed the U.S. Able Mutual/Blue Advantage third-party administration contract and the CompSack employee assistance program contract, which officials said would reduce per-member costs and add services. The subcommittee approved proposed 2027 rates for state employees and public employees, with a 9.8% increase for state employees and a 4.9% increase for public school employees. Officials also reported that the UnitedHealthcare rebid was in its final negotiation stage and would return in August, with medical and pharmacy coverage split as previously recommended. In response to questions, the director said the division was considering broader preventive-care offerings, including weight-loss drug coverage, but would proceed cautiously and with strong utilization controls and holistic support if such a program were adopted. On the property risk side, the committee reviewed permanent rules making prior temporary rules permanent, a contingency-fee subrogation contract, and renewals for claims management, actuarial services, and investment management. Members raised concerns about Sedgwick’s claim-adjustment timeliness and communication with school districts after severe weather events; officials said performance guarantees and communication expectations had been strengthened, but the renewal was kept at three years for continuity. Finally, the committee approved 2026-27 captive insurance program rates, which included no change to minimum deductibles, a 10% overall rate reduction, and bucketed rate changes by entity type. Officials said the captive program was working as intended, with improved actuarial support and claims experience, and the meeting adjourned after the approvals.

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• At the time we submitted the budget amendment, there were approximately 140,000 cases.
• Of those cases, there were... it's in the budget amendment.
• At the time of we submitted the budget amendment there were approximately 140,000 cases of those cases
• There are around 70,000 or 73,000 backlog, meaning the cases haven't been reviewed, and approximately
• Meyer: I believe that is the case. Mr. Meyer: I believe that is the case.

Keywords: 999, senate, all

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• And of course, you're going to have a limitation of attorneys because in those cases it most attorneys
• because in those cases, most of those cases are taken with no fee cost if they recover.
• And you're going to ask an attorney to put in thousands of dollars into a case that they're not going
• She got to come, and then we should have the right to examine her and cross-examine her in that case.
• If that was a criminal case in that situation, they would not be able to apply. Uh, Senator Van.

Bills: SB210, SB292, HB360, HB233, HB66, HB356, HB164, HB238, HB209, SB223, HB307, SB210, SB292, HB360, HB233, HB66, HB356, HB164, HB238, HB209, SB223, HB307

Keywords: hospital liens, medical billing, government healthcare, insurance claims, patient rights, education oversight, subpoena authority, investigation, State Superintendent, school misconduct, drug courts, accountability, veterans, mental health, substance abuse, rehabilitation, criminal justice, court intervention, terrorist threat, terroristic threat

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• ARE DISMISSED IN THE CASE IN THE STATE BECAUSE DRUG RECOGNITION EXPERT DID NOT ARREST A PERSON WHICH
• IN THAT CASE AND LIKE WE ALWAYS SAY, IF YOU ARE CONSUMING ANY CANNABIS PRODUCT YOU SHOULD OBVIOUSLY NOT
• OTHER WAY IF THERE IS NO TEST IF THE PERSON'S REFUSE THE TEST OR IF THEY LOAN ZEROS AND IT'S A DRUG CASE
• TESTS OUT THERE THAT SHOW NANOGRAMS AND FDL HE DOESN'T DO THAT TESTING AND THAT IS USING CRIMINAL CASES
• NO IDEA HOW I WAS GOING TO REACT THOUGH I DID NOT REASONABLY KNOW. >> IN A CIRCUMSTANTIAL EVIDENCE CASE

Keywords: 999, senate, all

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• >> Chairman's<01:09:42.719> case. >> Chairman's case. >> Chairman's case.
• Like I said, um, and I'm like Cale Case or Chairman Case, I'm open-minded about the process.
• Chairman case. Thank you, meeting. Mr. Chairman case.
• You know, it just, it's a case-by-case basis.
• But then that's a case-by-case of how that officer is investigating that case. juveniles somewhere um

Keywords: 916, all

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• direct service to judges where uh cases direct service to judges where uh cases of<00:24:24.880>
• Looking ahead, our 2026 cases.
• Thank you. process over 800,000 cases. process over 800,000 cases.
• In most cases, we have very instance.
• I would like to say that everything is facilitated by our case navigators, and our case navigators are

Keywords: Meeting Start: 00:00:00 Roll Call: 00:00:09 State of the Judiciary: 00:02:33 The Corrections - KCTCS Reentry Program: 00:49:44 Update on 2022 RS SB 90: 01:27:49, 958, all

Summary: The Interim Joint Committee on the Judiciary met on November 6, 2025, approved the minutes, and welcomed guests including Kentucky Specialty Courts manager Elizabeth Nichols and Boyle/Mercer Family Court Judge Bruce Petri. The committee then heard the Chief Justice of Kentucky, Deborah Lambert, deliver her state of the judiciary address, focused largely on judicial branch funding, facilities, technology, and specialty court programs. Chief Justice Lambert said the branch is facing a projected $14.3 million shortfall for fiscal year 2026 and asked lawmakers for supplemental support, access to reserve funds, and higher base appropriations to cover inflation and nondiscretionary costs. She also requested a 15% across-the-board pay increase for judicial branch employees, citing salary gaps with other state workers and declining judicial compensation relative to national averages. She emphasized that the branch has received a clean FY 2025 audit and said the requests were intended to sustain current operations rather than expand them. A major portion of her remarks covered court technology and facilities. She described the move to Chamberlain during Capitol renovations, the purchase of that building as a cost-saving measure, and the need to fund courtroom audio/video systems and a new statewide case management system. She also discussed courthouse maintenance, flood damage, mold issues, security system upgrades, and the $47 million asset preservation fund created last session, while asking for additional local facilities funding and one-time disaster-related support. Lambert highlighted specialty court and statewide program results, including foster care review boards, family recovery courts, court designated worker programs, drug and mental health courts, and the Judicial Commission on Mental Health. She thanked legislators for prior bills and support, including House Bill 1, Senate Bill 26, and the CES law, and said 2026 recommendations will focus on civil commitment reforms under KRS 202C. During questions, Senator Wheeler asked whether some courthouses are being overbuilt; Lambert said most facilities are inadequate, though some may be larger than needed, and that future needs and population changes must be considered. She also noted that virtual hearings and technology have improved efficiency. No votes or formal committee actions were taken beyond approving the minutes and receiving the presentation.

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• I can tell you that that's the case, then we remain in favor of the statute, right?
• that that's the case, then we remain. that that's the case, then we remain.
• of situations where that wasn't the case of situations where that wasn't the case and<00:29:24.480
• But in that case you— I'm sorry.
• But in that case you I'm for me? Okay. But in that case you I'm sorry. sorry. sorry.

Keywords: 1189, house, all

Summary: The subcommittee took up HB 164, dealing with homeowners and certain service agreements tied to residential real estate. Much of the discussion focused on whether the bill should be framed as prohibiting “service agreements” or more specifically as banning “future right to listing” agreements, and whether the bill should mirror Maine’s newer law. Mike Padmore of AARP New Hampshire presented suggested edits, including clarifying that the agreements are unenforceable, striking a provision at Roman 6C, and adding language making clear that registry of deeds staff are not liable when they record documents they are statutorily required to file. Bob Quinn of the New Hampshire Association of Realtors said the bill and Maine’s law reach the same result, but he preferred simpler wording and argued the bill should not include a two-year time limit because legitimate listing agreements should not create liens at all. Members and witnesses debated whether the bill should simply make the practice illegal outright, whether the Consumer Protection Act is the right enforcement vehicle, and whether the lien-removal process should be modeled on the recent undischarged mortgage bill. A consumer protection official said the bureau supports the statute and explained that under RSA 358-A, consumers could seek damages and equitable relief to strike a lien, while also noting that the bureau often uses the Consumer Protection Act as an enforcement tool. The committee also discussed narrowing the bill to residential real estate, with the sponsor and witnesses saying the problem has been seen in residential transactions and that commercial property was not the focus. The testimony described the underlying problem as companies, often national rather than New Hampshire-based, using long-term or future listing agreements to impose liens or penalties on homeowners, sometimes in connection with estate transfers or home sales. Witnesses said legitimate real estate listings do not normally place liens on houses, but these arrangements can include hidden or unclear penalties, including a reported 3% charge on home value. No vote was taken in the excerpt, but the committee appeared to be working through possible amendments and whether to adopt Maine-style language or a simpler New Hampshire-specific approach.

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• It sort of implies that other services are not evidence-based, which is not the case.
• those TFC providers to take on harder or more complex cases with children.
• And I think, you know, we found case managers at the time had caseloads of 48 kids.
• We are not massively closing cases; they have to go through the full investigation process.
• These are also just current cases; all of these aren't just overdue.

Keywords: 996, all

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• Texas groundwater permit application to be delayed for 2 years creates an immediate federal takings case
• groundwater permit application to be delayed for 2 years, creates an 40 immediate federal takings case
• In some cases, pressure is going to happen no matter what future production happens, and it's important
• It just has to be done fairly and impartially. 75 Uh I do think in this case, uh, there could be some
• And of course, he famously, uh, gave a concurrent. opinion on the Cipriano case that we, that we are

Bills: HB24, HB27

Keywords: groundwater, conservation, water permits, sustainability, resource management

Summary: The committee met to hear House Bills 27 and 24 on groundwater issues in East Texas, with members and witnesses focusing on a proposed large-volume groundwater export project and the need for more science before major permitting decisions are made. HB 27, which was within the special session call, would direct the Texas Water Development Board to conduct a hydrogeologic study of the aquifers in the affected area and temporarily pause new export permits while the study is underway. HB 24, a separate bill that would limit certain production and export permits to 5% of modeled available groundwater, was laid out but the chair said it would not be moved out of committee. Testimony on HB 27 was largely supportive, though some witnesses were neutral. Supporters, including representatives from a water supply corporation, the Trinity River Authority, Environmental Defense Fund, and the Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association, said the region lacks enough hydrologic data, that the proposed pumping could affect private wells, surface water, and local economies, and that the state needs better information on sustainable yield and groundwater-surface water interaction. Several witnesses emphasized that groundwater conservation districts need clearer tools and better data, while also noting concerns about property rights and the rule of capture. Committee members discussed the scale of the proposed project, the absence of a groundwater conservation district in Houston County, and the possibility that the study should examine desired future conditions and maximum sustainable pumping rather than only modeled available groundwater. The committee adopted the committee substitute for HB 27 and voted it out favorably to the full House with a recommendation that it do pass, be printed, and be sent to the Committee on Calendars. The roll call was unanimous, 11 ayes and 0 nays. After the vote, members briefly reflected on the complexity of the issue and the need to continue working on broader groundwater policy in the interim and next session. HB 24 was discussed later in the meeting, but no final action on that bill was taken in the portion provided.

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• The process can take months, and in some cases, up to a year.
• It's that they are very quickly put on hormones, that is the case.
• Why do you think that's the case?
• Why don't you think that would be the case?
• If that's the case, my conveyor belt was going in the wrong direction.

Bills: HB778, HB 1266, HB1576, HB2213, HB2517, HB2518, HB2841, HB3306, HB3320, HB3388, HB3508, HB3520, HB3689

Keywords: credentialing, healthcare, physician assistants, advanced practice nurses, managed care, hurricane, windstorm, loss mitigation, grants, insurance discounts, property retrofitting, insurance, Texas Windstorm Insurance Association, board composition, coastal counties, property insurance, taxation, Texas FAIR Plan Association, premium taxes, maintenance taxes

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• That's the case not only in that.
• I work money cases. That is my primary assignment.
• Uh, the case that I have where $9200 was stolen from an elderly gentleman in Colleyville.
• judge each case.
• So if you have one of those cases where a company is charging a $15.

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• um as a result of learning in some cases um as a result of learning in some cases uh<00:30:27.039
• > happens<00:31:16.720> in<00:31:16.880> our<00:31:17.240> agency in this case
• <00:32:12.919> we<00:32:13.080> know<00:32:13.440> that certainly the case we
• know that certainly the case we know that transgender<00:32:14.600> people<00:32:15.039> in
• She pointed out that taxpayer dollars are used to defend these court cases, and while she objects to

Keywords: 919, house, all

Summary: House File 435 was taken up with an author's amendment that added a definition of “female,” “woman,” and “girl” based on biological sex. The committee debated the amendment at length, with supporters saying it was needed for clarity and opponents arguing it was unscientific, dehumanizing, and imported from outside model legislation. The amendment was adopted, and the bill was laid over because no fiscal note had yet been received. As amended, HF 435 would require the commissioner of Corrections to house only biological females at the Minnesota Correctional Facility in Shakopee and to transfer any nonbiological females out within seven days of enactment. Chair Franson described it as a common-sense women’s rights and human rights bill intended to protect incarcerated women. Alicia Beckman, a former Shakopee GED teacher, testified in support, saying the current policy had allowed biological males with violent histories into the facility and created fear, retraumatization, and safety concerns for staff and inmates. Several testifiers opposed the bill. Deva Guy, Lucy Ailia G., Reverend Dr. Justin Saia Tannis, and Jess Braverman argued that the bill would endanger transgender women, scapegoat a vulnerable minority, and conflict with research, the Prison Rape Elimination Act, and constitutional protections. They urged the committee to focus instead on broader prison conditions and safety issues. Committee members also questioned Department of Corrections Commissioner Paul Schnell about the placement process; he explained that transgender placements are reviewed through a multi-step process involving behavioral health and medical staff, a gender identity committee, and final review by the deputy commissioner and commissioner. He said 49 people systemwide have identified as transgender. The discussion ended with the bill laid over and the chair noting that a constitutional challenge would likely follow if the bill became law.

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• You recall we fought the longest running court case in the history of Wyoming over in the big horn case
• > about<00:14:44.240> who over in the big horn case about who over in the big horn case
• In this case, that was their livestock. In this case, that was those<01:02:49.359> bison.
• this case. this case.
• Over $80 in the water rights case.

Keywords: 916, all

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• And then we had 10 cases in 2024.
• And those are all cases that have not moved anywhere.
• and no more cases. The more concerning and no more cases.
• So, it's going to be particular case.
• , needs to change, but in many cases, needs to change, but in many cases, they're<01:18:19.440>

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• But in that case, case, case, >> pretty<00:15:04.320> sure<00:15:04.480> the<00:15
• Um, in several of these cases, decades.
• That case is still under investigation.
• That case is still under investigation.
• so yeah, a couple years out um best case so yeah, a couple years out um best case scenario scenario

Bills: SB2606, SB3253, SB237, SB3252, SB1178, SB2322, SB2019, SB3043, SB3014, SB2972, SB1190, SB2488

Keywords: wildlife sanctuary, environmental conservation, Hawaii, nonprofit corporation, freshwater preservation, community stewardship, biodiversity, ecological heritage, conservation, endangered species, wildlife preservation, native birds, sanctuary, nonprofit, DLNR, agricultural district, land use, chapter 195D, chapter 205, chapter 42F

Summary: The committees heard testimony on several measures related to wildlife, conservation, shoreline adaptation, and climate governance. On SB 2606, which would establish the Freshwater State Recreational Area Wildlife Sanctuary Corporation, the Department of Land and Natural Resources said it had concerns about employee eligibility and was not yet prepared to comment further on the bill’s ramifications. After testimony ended, a senator asked DLNR to follow up with more detail, and the department said it would relay the questions to leadership and respond later. No vote was taken on the measure during the excerpt. On SB 3253, which would create the Hawaii Conservation Sanctuary as a nonprofit entity to work with DLNR, the department said it supported the bill. In discussion, DLNR said Hawaii has not done anything like this before, described a similar model in New Zealand, and estimated that developing such a sanctuary could cost millions of dollars. Members also discussed whether the concept would fit with existing efforts such as Hakalau, and DLNR said the bill could apply to private or state lands depending on the site. No action was taken. The most extensive discussion was on SB 237, which would expand state and county authority to develop adaptation pathways for relocating infrastructure away from sea level rise and coastal flooding areas. DLNR supported the bill, saying it prioritizes public trust resources over economic development or private property. The Kahana Bay Steering Committee and the Shoreline Preservation Coalition opposed the measure, arguing it was too focused on managed retreat and should include a broader range of shoreline responses, such as erosion mitigation, groins, sand nourishment, and other interim protections. The Office of Planning and Sustainable Development said it appreciated the bill’s intent but wanted broader language that would allow more tools in the toolbox. Members debated whether retreat is inevitable, whether different shorelines require different approaches, and whether the bill should be more flexible. No vote was taken. The final measure discussed was SB 3252, which would amend the powers and duties of the Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Commission, create a coordinator position, and appropriate funds. The commission’s coordinator testified in support, while OPSD opposed the bill, saying it would remove the two cabinet-level co-chair positions, raise accountability concerns, and duplicate some of OPSD’s functions. In questioning, members debated whether the current commission structure has been effective, who would appoint or confirm the coordinator, and whether the bill would improve transparency and implementation. OPSD said it supported more statewide interdepartmental funding for climate planning and staffing, but had concerns about the proposed governance changes. No vote or final action was taken in the excerpt.

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• You know, we have a move over law case.
• <00:54:58.160> We the time that it is not the case. We the time that it is not the case.
• <04:00:36.880> if Yeah, I think this is in the case if Yeah, I think this is in the case if
• putting it on a Senate bill just in case putting it on a Senate bill just in case uh<04:18:15.120
• Um but to the point of there has cases.

Keywords: 928, house, all

Summary: The committee held public hearings on three transportation bills. SB 154 would add the Snow Traveler Foundation to the list of charitable organizations authorized to offer multi-use decal plates through the existing Department of Safety program. Senator David Roford said the bill would create a non-tax funding source for snowmobile trail maintenance, especially after flood damage, and Dan Gold of the New Hampshire Snowmobile Association said the foundation would accept tax-deductible donations for projects such as upgraded trail signage. He explained that the association’s 96 volunteer clubs maintain about 7,000 miles of trails and that the sign program is costly. No opposition was presented, and the hearing was closed after questions from members about the foundation’s status and fundraising goals. SB 271 would expand eligibility for veteran license plates to include veterans with a general discharge under honorable conditions. The sponsor’s representative said the change would recognize service members who are already eligible for many veterans benefits but are excluded from plates under current law. Supporters included Phil Grizzo, who argued that general discharges often reflect service that was otherwise honorable, and Kevin Grady of the State Veterans Advisory Committee, which said it strongly supported the bill and was also considering broader statutory cleanup to standardize the definition of veteran across state law. Committee members asked whether the change should be limited to plates or applied more broadly, but the sponsor said broader changes would be a separate policy question. The public hearing was then closed. SB 273, titled “Cheryl’s Law,” would update New Hampshire’s move-over requirements for motorists approaching stopped or standing vehicles on the roadside, including stranded vehicles and those with warning signals. Senator Donovan Fenton said the bill was intended to save lives and honor Staff Sergeant Jesse Cheryl and Brigadier General John Pogo, both of whom died in roadside incidents. He said the measure would require drivers to slow down, change lanes if safe, and move over for roadside vehicles, with the intent of education rather than punishment. Committee members asked about enforcement, the lack of a fiscal note, whether the bill applied statewide, and whether the language could be read as weakening the move-over requirement; the sponsor said it applied to all roads, did not change fines, and was meant to clarify and broaden safety obligations. The hearing continued with additional questions, and the sponsor said state police and other safety stakeholders supported the approach.

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• So we're going to just be working with them in case they are in a position to volunteer to enroll.
• <00:42:35.960> of news that uh nationally we see cases of news that uh nationally we see cases
• <00:52:42.480> management that they need through case management that they need through case
• on-site 24/7 care as a housing case on-site 24/7 care as a housing case manager<00:54:04.400>
• and I think in every particular case and I think in every case<01:03:55.000> where<01:03:55.160

Keywords: 1187, senate, all