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• </c> saying that no, you cannot prohibit part saying that no, you cannot prohibit part um<00:10:19.839
• 4. part that's a problem, that's section 4.
• part becomes part<00:15:00.160><c> of</c><00:15:00.320><c> the</c><00:15:00.800><c> the</c><00:15:01.040
• That was part of the concern, but &gt;&gt; right?
• And so again, as part able to do that.

Keywords: 1189, house, all

Summary: The continued conference on House Bill 609 focused on reconciling House and Senate drafts dealing with firearms and other personal defense tools, local government preemption, and agency rulemaking. Representative Leyon walked through amendment 21107H, explaining that it narrows undefined terms, clarifies that the General Court has supremacy over local regulation, allows damages actions for violations of preemption law, and adds language limiting agency rules unless specifically authorized by statute. She also described a three-year sunset and a delayed effective date for new rules so existing rules could continue temporarily while the legislature considers any needed statutory carveouts. Members then debated the practical effect of the language, especially whether it would bar agencies from adopting internal employment rules or instead require those rules to come through JCAR and be tied to express statutory authority. Several examples were discussed, including state plow drivers, corrections employees, and other workers who may need to carry personal defense tools in the field. The committee also discussed a provision making a plaintiff a prevailing party if a municipality changes a challenged policy after suit is filed, and a clause stating that good faith or advice of counsel is not a defense, though it may be considered in mitigation. The discussion narrowed to the difference between the House approach, which some members read as an absolute prohibition on agency rules in these areas, and the Senate approach, which some members said would allow rules only when an agency can point to express enabling authority and JCAR can review them. Members agreed that the goal was to prevent agencies from adopting rules that conflict with the statute while still allowing legitimate safety-related regulations where the legislature has authorized them. The conference took a recess and later resumed with the chair stating the parties had reached an agreement in principle based on the latest Senate language, and Representative Leyon was asked to continue reviewing the draft line by line for remaining concerns.

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• Part of the mission that you all engage in— People of deep faith.
• You know, the front door is on the higher part.
• And I happen to agree with you—that sounds like a necessary part.
• It's just varying on the counselor's part.
• They weren't a part of my training. I trained the counselors, so.

Keywords: 1185, senate, all

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• That's part as transportation chairman.
• Uh part of our job is, you committee.
• So, I'm not overly supportive of that part of the bill.
• So, I'm not overly supportive of that part of the bill.
• But supportive of that part of the bill.

Keywords: 01:09 Roll Call 02:11 SB 7 12:42 SB 7 Vote 13:48 SB 30 17:26 SB 30 Vote 19:56 SB 28 46:35 SB 28 vote, 958, all

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• </c> senators who represent different parts senators who represent different parts of<00:25:36.160><c
• And I want the local part, too.
• That's part of it.
• c> the product that is part of the part of the product that is part of the part of that<00:34:31.760>
• </c> That's part of it. That's part of it.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• Do you want to discuss the drug testing part?
• That is part of the mission, right?
• If it's not true, uh, I'd sure like to be part of that.
• No new funding, but part of the 3% paid by, uh, the promoters.
• Uh, career development kind of parts of the job.

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• And then the last part is really around the clarification of replacement timing.
• And then the last part is really around the clarification of replacement timing.
• And then the last part is really around the clarification of replacement timing.
• And a fund for them and not as part of the room and board rate.
• It would not be part of this study, but it's part of the work that we're currently doing.

Summary: The committee met with a quorum and first took up the committee substitute for HB 38, a complex insurance bill concerning coverage for prosthetics, orthotics, and complex rehab technology. The sponsor and expert witness explained that the substitute made technical clarifications across multiple sections of law, including explicit coverage language, restoration of services and supplies, and replacement timing rules to avoid overuse while preserving access when a patient’s medical needs change. They said the changes had been reviewed and supported by the Office of Superintendent of Insurance and insurers, and there was no opposition from the public. Members asked about the need to return the bill to committee because of the number of statutory changes, and the sponsor said the Speaker wanted a clean committee substitute before floor action. The committee adopted the substitute and then approved a do pass recommendation on the committee substitute for HB 38, with no opposition. The committee then heard House Memorial 59, which requests a study of fair compensation for foster parents, including consideration of a cost-of-living allowance, with findings due to the Legislative Health and Human Services Committee by November 30. CYFD testified that the study would likely use a contractor and that the department already has related recruitment, retention, and placement work underway. Members asked about foster parent numbers, foster care plus stipends, Social Security benefits for children in care, and clothing allowances; CYFD explained current payment structures, including a $50 monthly clothing amount built into the rate and separate vouchers in some cases. The committee heard supportive testimony from the New Mexico Child First Network and then voted do pass on HM 59 without opposition. The chair announced there would be no meeting the next day and adjourned the meeting.

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• There are two parts of this bill, and what you're going to realize is that this bill, in both parts,
• The bill, in both parts, is protection of kids.
• The second part of that is with camps.
• Not in a sexual manner, but that's not part of this bill.
• ...it's part of a theater or performance? Absolutely! It happens all the time, reading to kids.

Bills: HB141, HB161, HB231, HB67

Keywords: HB141, Alabama, state employees, salary deductions, payroll deduction, State Comptroller, membership dues, voluntary contributions, insurance premiums, financial instruments, employee associations, state payroll, Code of Alabama 1975, Section 36-1-4.3, public employees, union dues, benefits administration, payroll withholding, financial products, deferred compensation

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• And unfortunately, I mean, that's actually been part of what— that's been part of the plan.
• And unfortunately, I mean, that's actually been part of what—that's been part of the plan.
• That's part of, you know, how we power things.
• My favorite part, because I'm a wonk and have a favorite part, is that the Department of Energy but that
• My favorite part, because I'm a wonk and have a favorite part, is that the Department of Energy Part,

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The committee heard testimony on H. 4144, the Governor’s Energy Affordability, Independence, and Innovation Act, with the administration arguing the bill would lower bills in the short and long term while expanding clean energy supply and innovation. The Governor and Secretary said the bill would reduce or restructure charges on customer bills, reform Mass Save, expand securitization as a financing tool, speed interconnection, create energy-ready zones, strengthen consumer protections in competitive supply, and allow broader state procurement of energy resources. They said the package could save consumers billions over time and would help address high energy costs, especially during extreme heat and winter spikes. Committee members pressed the administration on several provisions, especially securitization, asking whether the bill requires an apples-to-apples comparison of total costs over time, including interest and lost tax revenue, versus paying through rates. Administration witnesses said DPU review and public comment would be required and said they would work to clarify the language if needed. Members also questioned the bill’s solar and procurement provisions, including reduced net metering compensation for some large facilities, the scope of all-resource procurements, and whether hydro, solar, and nuclear would be included; the administration said those resources were contemplated and that procurement would still be reviewed by DPU. Other questions focused on the short-term relief from bill changes, the treatment of low- and moderate-income discounts, and whether the bill’s heat pump and Mass Save reforms would help customers who cannot afford upfront costs. Several witnesses and committee members discussed Mass Save reforms, including securitization of program costs, on-bill financing, pre-approval of rebates, and shifting program administration away from gas utilities. Administration witnesses said the changes were intended to reduce volatility, lower administrative costs, and better align costs with long-term savings. Questions also touched on geothermal permitting, municipal participation in offshore wind procurement, and the proposed repeal of the ballot requirement for nuclear power, which the administration defended as preserving future options under heavy review. No votes were taken during the hearing portion described. Supportive testimony came from labor, environmental, business, planning, and development groups. The AFL-CIO, NECA, and the Environmental League of Massachusetts backed the bill, emphasizing lower bills, job creation, labor standards, just transition protections, and cleaner energy. NAIOP, the Massachusetts Business Roundtable, and MAPC supported provisions on energy-ready zones, interconnection reform, microgrids, extreme-heat shutoff protections, and Mass Save improvements. A HEET representative praised the bill’s use of securitization, geothermal, and utility financing tools but urged guardrails and workforce protections. Overall, testimony was broadly favorable, with most witnesses calling for refinements rather than opposing the bill outright.

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• And for the most part, for the lion's share, we really don't have any problems.
• The second part of this slide shows the types of services that are available.
• The second part of this slide shows the types of services that are available.
• And part of that is a follow-up, and this may be for the MCOs; we'll see.
• What this is, is a federal mandate as part of the 21st Century Cures Act.

Keywords: 1184, house, all

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• </c> part of any path to final passage. part of any path to final passage.
• The other part of the amendment, I guess I have questions for some of the mothers around.
• The second part is to amount mount to.
• I like that part. I don't think we do need the January 11th, 2027.
• </c> on on the earlier part of the amendment. on on the earlier part of the amendment. Thanks.

Keywords: 918, senate, all

Summary: The Rules and Administration Committee met on March 19, 2026, to consider the referral path for Senate File 4139, the sports betting bill, rather than the substance of the proposal. Senator Franzen, the bill’s chief author, asked that the bill be referred first to the Commerce Committee, saying he had discussed the matter with the relevant committee chairs and that Commerce was the best place to address the bill’s consumer protection provisions. He emphasized that any final path to passage would still require the bill to go through State and Local Government as well. Senator Rasmusson objected and argued the bill should go first to State and Local Government, citing Senate jurisdiction rules, which he said assign gambling bills to that committee. He noted that prior sports betting bills had been referred there first and said a predictable referral process is important. Senator Maye Quade, Senator Dibble, Senator Bar, and Senator Jasinski also supported sending the bill to State and Local Government first, arguing that the committee has primary jurisdiction over gambling and that the bill’s consumer protection language does not change that basic referral. Senator Champion and Senator Miller supported the Commerce referral, saying authors may request an initial committee and that the bill’s consumer protection sections fit Commerce jurisdiction. Senator Marty moved to re-refer Senate File 4139 to the Committee on State and Local Government. Before the vote, members continued debating whether the bill’s structure and prior referral history justified Commerce or whether committee jurisdiction rules required State and Local Government first. The transcript ends with the motion pending and no final vote or disposition shown.

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• Thank you all very much for being a part of this.
• I don't know that this is part of this...
• It's the part that Donna was most concerned about, which was the civil remedy. We struck this part.
• I'm not looking at that part of the code, so...
• of who we are, part of the values that we cherish, part of who we are as Americans.

Bills: SB31, SB33, SB20, SB217, SB264, SB269, SB650, SB681, SB528, SB502, SB740, SB916, SB995, SB10, SB2581, SB2570, SB3031, SB24, SB379, SB1171, SB1121, SB1120, SB1061, SB1036, SB1019, SB890, SB11, SB868, SB1188, SB1254, SB2778, SB2543, SB2443, SB1333, SB1259, SB1401, SB1404, SB2139, SB2165, SB2237, SB2268, SB1202, SB1198, SB1212, SB1451, SB1470, SB1498, SB965, SB1547, SB1667, SB1818, SB1902, SB2129, SB2078, SB2069, SB1737, SB1589, SB1318, SB387, SB1150, SB1574, SB2127, SB3034, SB860, SB1278, SCR5, SCR32, SB4, SB23, SB1762, SB34, SB60, SB706, SB1814, SB1220, SB523, SB565, SB1253, SB840, SB764, SB2383, SB2155, SB1535, SB1423, SB1566, SB1804, SB1728, SB1816, SB1952, SB75, SB2068, SB1455, SB213, SB627, SB2037, SB670, SB896, SB917, SB1184, SB971, SB1255, SB1261, SB1283, SB991, SB1733, SB21, SB231, SB739, SB1252, SB1371, SB646, SB3, SCR27, SB552, SB1405, SB1948, SB243, SJR1, SB31, SB33, SB20, SB217, SB264, SB269, SB650, SB681, SB528, SB502, SB740, SB916, SB995, SB10, SB2581, SB2570, SB3031, SB24, SB379, SB1171, SB1121, SB1120, SB1061, SB1036, SB1019, SB890, SB11, SB868, SB1188, SB1254, SB2778, SB2543, SB2443, SB1333, SB1259, SB1401, SB1404, SB2139, SB2165, SB2237, SB2268, SB1202, SB1198, SB1212, SB1451, SB1470, SB1498, SB965, SB1547, SB1667, SB1818, SB1902, SB2129, SB2078, SB2069, SB1737, SB1589, SB1318, SB387, SB1150, SB1574, SB2127, SB3034, SB860, SB1278, SCR5, SCR32, SB546, SB647, SB648, SB1493, SB1709, SB2001, HB5669, HB3115, HB5655, HB5675, HB5689, HB5690, HB5653, HB3228, HB2802, HB45, HB1318, HB5560, HB2894, HB4344, HB2775, HB33, HB 12, HB148

Keywords: SB 31, Life of the Mother Act, Texas abortion law, medical emergency, reasonable medical judgment, pregnancy complications, maternal health, life-threatening condition, ectopic pregnancy, spontaneous abortion, miscarriage, unborn child, abortion exception, abortion ban, physician liability, health care liability claim, aiding and abetting, Texas Medical Board, State Bar of Texas, continuing medical education

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• I'm Warren Limmer, state senator from West Hennepin County and, uh, parts of Maple Grove.
• I'm Warren Limmer, state senator from West Hennepin County and, uh, parts of Maple Grove.
• I'm Warren Limmer, state senator from West Hennepin County and, uh, parts of Maple Grove.
• Also part of the public subsidy program is the political contribution refund program.
• The new part is they have to provide the Social Security number on the paper form.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• </c> has reshaped every part of my life. has reshaped every part of my life.
• The other part of could absorb that.
• So, that's the second part that we added in.
• So, that's the the second part land.
• </c><01:47:03.920><c> of</c> be in other southern and other parts of be in other southern and other parts

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• And again, you know, this is part of our goal to support farmland access.
• So, uh, always kind of part of it too.
• We're part of more than 50% of denied.
• I don't know, it might be part of the explanation.
• </c> classification changes as part of that. classification changes as part of that.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• </c><00:21:32.960><c> of</c> to share the most egregious part of to share the most egregious part of
• Yes, and like he had mentioned, that it is part of the Open Water certification.
• I would like to divide the amendment and just add the part with the CPR training.
• </c><01:10:40.760><c> first</c> would um uh work on the CPR part first would um uh work on the CPR part
• All right, the remaining part of the A5 is withdrawn. Thank you.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• And then this is part of what drives cost for a facility like this.
• And then this is part of what drives cost for a facility like this.
• </c><00:31:08.559><c> of</c> um a a reassessment of that as part of um a a reassessment of that as part
• We will see you again soon. parts first and and um manage the the parts first and and um manage the the
• [Music] another way and and in that way part of another way and and in that way part of this<01:44:31.080

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• This is part of the agreed-upon bundle of bills involving prescription drugs this session.
• This is part of the agreed-upon bundle of bills involving prescription drugs this session.
• We are expecting the federal government to come down with Part 108 rules.
• I think the, I'd say a two-part answer.
• Members, Senate Bill 1277 is part of the Thank you, Mr. Chairman.

Bills: SB378, SB540, SB1061, SB1475, SB1531, SB1534, SB1684, SB1824, SB1826, SB2049

Keywords: bail bondsman, bondsman license, multicounty agent bondsman, surety bondsman, Insurance Commissioner, bail bond regulation, bond deposit, forfeiture, deposit ratio, writing capacity, license transfer, power of attorney, surety bond, bail industry, Oklahoma insurance law, financial solvency, administrative action, dentist, dental hygienist, dentistry

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• As far as, give me the other part of your question again, if you will. Clarify.
• And that's part of the federal application. So this isn't anything new.
• As far as, give me the other part of your question, again, if you will. Clarify.
• Representative Williams, if you want to direct “Part of that question. I’m sorry.
• Part of it—he didn't commit the embezzlement, but he was part of this, and he was let go with cause,

Bills: HB2938, HB2939, HB3306, HB3722, HB4113, HB4123

Keywords: elections, national elections, state elections, voter intent, election reform, absentee voting, electronic communication, facsimile device, voting materials, military voters, campaign finance, ethics, political contributions, candidate committee, Oklahoma legislation, voter registration, political party affiliation, Independent designation, Oklahoma, voter eligibility

Summary: The Ethics and Elections Committee heard several election-related bills. HB 2938, as amended by PCS, would restrict certain overseas voters who are not military or dependents from voting in Oklahoma state and local elections unless they were bona fide residents with an intent to return, while still preserving federal voting rights where applicable. The Secretary of the State Election Board explained the measure as a tightening of existing law and said counties would flag affected voters for federal-only absentee ballots. After questions about how intent would be determined and how ballots would be administered, the committee passed the bill 5-1. HB 2939 would remove outdated references to fax machines from election law at the request of the State Election Board. Testimony noted fax returns are now rare, limited to a very small number of military and overseas voters, and are less secure than current electronic and mail options. The committee passed the bill 6-0. HB 3306, as amended, lowers the threshold for requiring a candidate committee filing from $1,000 to $400, with the author describing it as a transparency measure to ensure more candidates disclose fundraising and spending. The committee passed that bill 6-0. The committee also passed HB 3722, with a PCS clarifying that voter registration applicants must actively choose a party affiliation rather than being defaulted to unaffiliated if they leave the field blank. The bill passed 5-1. HB 413, with an amendment, clarified that people with felony convictions regain voting rights once all incarceration, parole, supervision, probation, and related obligations, including fines and fees, are completed; the committee passed it 6-0. Finally, HB 4123, which would bar former school employees terminated for cause from running for school board in the same district, drew concerns about fairness and the breadth of “for cause.” The author said the bill was aimed at serious misconduct cases and agreed to work on clarifying language, and the bill was laid over until the next week.

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• Delegate Carnegie, I represent the 89th District of Virginia, which is parts of Chesapeake and parts
• I represent SD-15, which is parts of South Richmond and half of Chesterfield County.
• I represent parts of Chesapeake and Virginia Beach and Senate District 19. Thank you.
• That's the conversation we're happy to be part of.
• You all have a very tough job, to say the least, and UI is only one part of it, right?

Summary: The Commission on Unemployment Compensation met, established a quorum, and elected Delegate Destiny LeVere Bolling as chair and Senator Mike Jones as vice chair. The commission also adopted its electronic meeting policy and heard introductions from new members, staff, and officials from the Secretary of Labor’s office and the Virginia Employment Commission (VEC). Secretary Jessica Lumen outlined the administration’s workforce and labor priorities, including supporting workers, employers, and program transparency, while members raised concerns about business climate, job losses, labor participation, and the implementation of paid family and medical leave. Staff provided legislative updates on recent unemployment-related bills. These included increases to the weekly unemployment benefit amount enacted in 2025 and 2026, a bill on labor dispute disqualification that changed how lockouts are treated for benefit eligibility, and a budget item providing $75,000 for actuarial support to the commission. The commission also discussed the 2025 work group on annual adjustments to weekly benefit amounts; staff reported that the work group did not complete its charge, and members agreed to revisit whether to reconstitute it at a future meeting. Delegate Martinez expressed support for continuing the work, and the chair said the issue would be taken up at the next meeting. Deputy Commissioner Joanna Darkus gave a detailed presentation on Virginia’s unemployment insurance system, including current claims data, eligibility rules, employer tax structure, benefit levels, trust fund solvency, fraud prevention, and customer service operations. She reported that Virginia’s unemployment rate remains low, weekly claims are modest, the current weekly benefit range is $160 to $478, and the trust fund balance factor is projected at 50.9 percent, near the threshold for additional employer charges. Members asked about the taxable wage base, trust fund solvency, the effect of benefit increases, fraud controls, and the planned paid family and medical leave program. VEC said it is implementing that program through regulations, staffing, IT procurement, public listening sessions, and consultation with other states. A public commenter from the Virginia Poverty Law Center urged the commission to strengthen state investment in unemployment insurance and warned that federal support is uncertain. The commission then adjourned without taking further action.

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• Is that part of the evaluation? What can we do about it?
• Is that going to be any part of this evaluation?
• It'll likely be a part of your budget guidelines.
• So, I hope that's part of the conversation.
• Is that something that's part of this vision here?