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• Thank you. fired missile as part of Operation Epic fired missile as part of Operation Epic Fury.<00:08
• Selfless service and the profession.
• Chief Wararch also made lasting improvements to the community fire service division, emphasizing advanced
• The Fire Act removes this barrier.
• The issue is the Secret Service.

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, 1012, house, all

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• So, I'm Steven Stack, Secretary of the Cabinet for Health and Family Services. Dr. Stack, Dr.
• They have no intention of this money paying for clinical services, certainly not filling in for loss
• A fire emergency has been reported to the building.
• A fire emergency has attention, please?
• A fire emergency has been reported to the building. Evacuate the building immediately.

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Summary: The Medicaid Oversight and Advisory Board met on November 12, 2025, approved the October 22 minutes, and heard an update from Cabinet for Health and Family Services Secretary Steven Stack and Public Health Commissioner John Langfeld on Kentucky’s application for the federal rural health transformation grant. The presenters described the grant as a $50 billion, five-year program with annual CMS scoring and rescorings, no state appeal rights, and a December 31 deadline for CMS to announce awards. They said Kentucky submitted its application on November 3 and had gathered stakeholder comments earlier in the process. The testimony emphasized that the grant is intended to support new models of rural care rather than replace existing funding or pay for clinical services or lost hospital revenue. Officials said the state had to address at least three of five federal strategic goals, including prevention and chronic disease, sustainable access, workforce development, and care/technology innovation. They also reviewed restrictions such as no new building construction, no payment for monthly broadband costs, and a cap of 5% for electronic medical record-related spending. The presenters said CMS has been clear that funding should focus on innovation in care delivery, rural access, and related policy goals, and that the state’s award could vary year to year based on performance milestones. The meeting was interrupted by a building fire alarm and evacuation announcement before the presentation was completed.

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• One big issue that we have in the fire service in general is recruitment and retention, and Idaho Falls
• Fire Department has not been immune to this issue.
• Falls Fire Department, is benefits packages, our insurance, and our retirement that we work can pay
• And we have also had a degradation of service.
• They're covered under fire protection districts instead of city plans. Some have airports.

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Summary: The committee first approved the minutes from Thursday, March 12, and then agreed to hold House Joint Memorial 19 subject to the call of the chair because Superintendent Critchfield was unavailable. The main item of business was House Bill 725, which would allow Idaho cities to apply to join the state employee health insurance pool through the Office of Group Insurance. Representative Rick Cheatham presented the bill as a way to give cities an option to lower and stabilize health insurance costs, with cities paying all associated costs themselves. Mayors from Pocatello and Idaho Falls, along with a firefighters’ representative, testified in support, saying the bill could help with unpredictable premium increases, budgeting, recruitment, and retention. Committee members questioned whether the bill would shift risk or costs to the state, and the Office of Group Insurance administrator said cities would be actuarially reviewed, could be denied if needed, and would pay 100% of premiums and administrative costs, with no general fund impact. After discussion, the committee voted to send House Bill 725 to the floor with a do pass recommendation. Several members spoke in favor, emphasizing that the bill was optional for cities and could help rural and local governments manage costs. Recorded no votes were requested from Representatives Palmer, Crane 13, Scott, and Crane 12. The committee then took up RS 33618, a proposal to prohibit foreign persons, foreign corporations, foreign governments, foreign REITs, and certain SEC-registered companies from purchasing single-family homes in Idaho. Representative Jaron Crane said the measure was intended to prioritize Idahoans in the housing market and prevent large outside investors from buying up homes. Members raised concerns about the breadth of the proposal, including its effect on noncitizen workers, temporary visa holders, foreign-owned businesses, and other legitimate purchasers. Crane said he was not willing to narrow the bill to address those concerns. Despite objections that it was overly broad, the committee voted to introduce RS 33618 with a technical correction changing “and” to “or” on page 2, line 13, and then adjourned.

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• , not to prevent the fire.
• of service dog to specify that it includes a guide dog.
• Beyond that, there are many other people who travel with service animals and service dogs that serve
• If it's not a dog, it's not a service animal.
• I am the President and CEO of Equity Services Inc.

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• The intense small arms fire and anti-aircraft fire made the operation Tremendously dangerous, Sgt.
• For his exceptional valor, Sergeant Benefitas was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross.
• It honors the Texas Food and Fuel Association, T-F-F-A, over 70 years. 75 years of dedicated service
• We recognize them today for their exemplary service and contributions to the Judiciary.
• To the members, past, present, and future. of LWV Collin County, we thank you for your service.

Keywords: 1184, house, all

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• In this position, Denise oversaw library services for 29 municipalities.
• :25.359><c> a</c> service members will receive a service members will receive a well-earned<00:44:26.720
• </c> appreciated for his dedicated service appreciated for his dedicated service for<00:45:32.480><c>
• </c><01:03:26.480><c> and</c> that occurred during their service and that occurred during their service
• He felt called to public service as a police officer.

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, 1012, house, all

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• And his service to our state has been tremendous.
• </c><00:11:04.560><c> to</c><00:11:04.760><c> our</c> have faced and uh his service to our have faced
• and uh his service to our state<00:11:06.079><c> uh</c><00:11:06.240><c> has</c><00:11:06.399><c> been
• I'm going to talk about four broad areas: delivering critical services, enhancing access to justice,
• people were desperate they needed fires people were desperate they needed help<00:20:58.080><c> on</

Keywords: House Agenda:, 910, house, all

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• In 2018, that was the first big year in recent history with fires, the Camp Fire.
• Following fires kind of in the same areas where we saw the fires this time, unfortunately. ...in Altadena
• It didn't help that... ...the fires were in January.
• When you look at the areas that, in the fire map, in the Eaton Fire and Palisades together, what you're
• So that's where we are from a fire standpoint. So that's where we are from a fire standpoint.

Summary: The Assembly Insurance Committee held an oversight hearing on the California Fair Plan, focused on the plan’s rapid growth, its financial stability after the January Southern California wildfires, and its role as the insurer of last resort. Fair Plan officials explained that the plan was created in 1968, is a not-for-profit involuntary association of licensed property insurers, and is intended to be a temporary safety net until policyholders can return to the admitted market. They emphasized that the plan is not a state agency or taxpayer-funded, but is regulated by the Department of Insurance and supported by member-company assessments if claims exceed available funds. Victoria Roach and Armand Feliciano said the Fair Plan has grown sharply since 2018 and especially after market pullbacks by major insurers, reaching about 575,000 policies and roughly $600 billion in exposure by spring 2025. They noted that growth is increasingly occurring in lower wildfire-risk areas, where the plan can sometimes be cheaper than the voluntary market, and said this undermines depopulation back into the private market. They also discussed recent policy expansions, including coverage for farms, higher residential and commercial limits, and pending or proposed changes such as AB 290, SB 525, and AB 226, which would add tools like a line of credit and bond access. A major portion of the hearing addressed the January wildfire losses and the plan’s financial response. Fair Plan officials said they assessed member insurers for $1 billion after determining claims and cash flow would exceed available resources, and that the process was approved quickly and paid smoothly, with more than 80% of the assessment collected within 10 days. They also described the reinsurance tower, the plan’s limited surplus, and the need for actuarially sound rates to reduce future reliance on assessments. On claims handling, they said the plan has received over 5,500 claims from the fires, has paid more than $2.9 billion so far, expects total payments near $4 billion, and has focused on advancing payments quickly for total losses and other urgent needs. Members questioned the plan’s solvency, the growth in non-wildfire areas, claim denials, smoke-loss coverage, and how depopulation works. Roach said most closed claims without payment were duplicates rather than denials, and that smoke claims require direct physical loss under the policy, with coverage determined case by case. Public commenters from the California Building Industry Association and the Independent Insurance Agents and Brokers of California said the Fair Plan’s growth reflects a weak voluntary market, inadequate rates, and insurer fear of future assessments, and urged support for rate increases and AB 226. The hearing concluded with no vote, but with a commitment from Fair Plan officials to follow up on unanswered questions and continue providing more transparency through public data and website disclosures.

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• Skip Baker for an incredible 70 years of service to the Jese Township Volunteer Fire Department.
• He served as fire police, EMT, and the fire warden for 25 years.
• and the National mass firings at Noah and the National Weather<00:32:34.799><c> Service,</c><00:32:35.440
• </c> more was retired fire chief Dale Coglin. more was retired fire chief Dale Coglin.
• </c> service to this country. service to this country.

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Thursday, May 1, 2025, 1012, house, all

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• not to start a fire. and not to<00:03:27.360><c> thaw</c><00:03:28.239><c> the</c><00:03:28.560><c>
• And, uh, in fact, the cannon never fired a shot.
• And, uh, in fact, the cannon never fired a shot.
• And, uh, in fact, the cannon never fired a shot.
• And, uh, in fact, the cannon never fired a shot.

Keywords: 926, house, all

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• </c><00:16:26.480><c> chief</c> and I'm the city of Duth uh fire chief and I'm the city of Duth uh fire
• </c> the farmer, they could be servicing the farmer, they could be servicing acres<00:46:21.520><c> in
• This bill also deals with batteries, which have caused fires.
• If you go to any kind caused uh fires.
• fires and also<01:13:33.520><c> invest</c><01:13:33.840><c> in</c><01:13:34.080><c> fire</c><01:13:34.320

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• The Eaton Fire in Altadena and the Palisades Fire in Pacific Palisades alone destroyed or damaged more
• These two fires...
• These weren't remote forest fires.
• I'm also part of Eaton Fire Residents United, but today I'm here as a fire survivor.
• But ultimately, Cal Fire will have, you know, again, it's giving Cal Fire the wherewithal to be able

Summary: The committee heard AB 1795, which would create statewide standards for testing, inspection, remediation, and insurance handling of wildfire smoke damage in homes. The author and Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara said the bill is needed because survivors face inconsistent claims practices and no enforceable standards for determining when homes are safe. Supporters included the City of Los Angeles and a wildfire survivor who described health problems and disputed remediation results; opponents from the insurance industry said the bill could create broad new exposure and worsen affordability, though they continued to negotiate amendments. The committee recommended the bill do pass with urgency, and it passed on a 4-0 vote, with the roll held open for additional votes. The committee also heard AB 1612, which would create a centralized process for law enforcement to transfer seized controlled substances such as fentanyl, methamphetamine, and heroin to the Department of Justice for disposal after the state’s last in-state incineration facility closed. The author said the bill would address unsafe storage and inconsistent disposal pathways. There was no opposition in the room, and the committee sent the bill to the Assembly Public Safety Committee on a do pass vote. AB 2322 would standardize the definition of commercial, industrial, or institutional sites for municipal stormwater permits by tying it to assessor land-use codes and excluding residential parcels. Supporters said the bill would reduce patchwork enforcement and improve consistency, while stormwater and city representatives asked to keep working on regional flexibility concerns. The committee approved the bill 4-1 and sent it to Appropriations. The committee then heard AB 2245, a producer responsibility bill for vehicle lubricant products and their containers, intended to expand collection and recycling using existing household hazardous waste and used oil infrastructure. Supporters said it would reduce landfill disposal and align with existing EPR frameworks, while retailers and industry groups raised concerns about overlapping obligations, unclear definitions, and compliance costs. The author said negotiations would continue, and the committee sent the bill to Natural Resources on a do pass vote. The committee also heard AB 1603, which would phase out PFAS-containing pesticides over time and require disclosure and permitting for their use. Supporters argued PFAS pesticides contaminate food and water and pose health risks; agricultural and chemical industry opponents said the bill could remove many products from the market and lead to harmful substitutions. The chair expressed support for reducing PFAS but raised concerns about replacement chemicals, and the bill was sent to Appropriations on a do pass vote. Finally, AB 2034 was introduced to increase transparency around food additives and GRAS ingredients by creating a state database of chemicals that bypass FDA premarket review; supporters said it would close a federal loophole, while consumer brands opposed a duplicative state system and warned of costs and confusion.

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• The 11-hour service time is critical for drivers.
• The service network, because I'm sure, Mr.
• It varies upon the service that's being provided.
• And so we integrate, whether it be, you know, like I said, with patrol protective services, fire departments
• So we see a lot of our customers put that on fire hoses if you're a fire department.

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• ,</c> maintenance, and professional services, maintenance, and professional services, or<00:23:52.799
• </c> want to have services that represent us. want to have services that represent us.
• And it's been my experience if Mr. and Mrs. homeowner on a board don't like my service, they fire me,
• ,</c> don't like uh my my service, don't like uh my my service, they<00:58:07.119><c> they</c><00:58:
• </c> they they fire me, they get rid of me. they they fire me, they get rid of me.

Bills: SF1750, HF704, HF3479

Keywords: common interest community, CIC, homeowners association, HOA, condominium, planned community, cooperative, unit owner, association board, declarant, declarant control, special declarant rights, assessment lien, foreclosure, late fees, fines, attorney fees, resale disclosure, annual report, maintenance plan

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• These services currently have negative fiscal impacts on flight training, flight schools, and pilots.
• Thank you for your time, your service, and your consideration.
• as law enforcement and fire protection.
• as law enforcement and fire protection.
• And she was actually the first person to die while she was in service in the Legislature.

Summary: The subcommittee first took up HB 387 on ADS-B airport billing. The sponsor and supporters said the bill would stop airports and third-party vendors from using federally required automatic dependent surveillance broadcast data to calculate landing or touch-and-go fees, arguing the technology was intended for safety and collision avoidance, not invoicing. An amendment clarifying touch-and-go landings and other fee calculations was adopted, and the bill was reported favorably 15-0. Members then heard several local and policy bills. CS/HB 803 on private-provider building permits and inspections drew broad support from industry groups and was reported favorably 14-1. HB 451 and HB 4053, local fire-district assessment bills, were presented as relief for homeowners and churches facing higher non-ad valorem assessments; both were reported favorably after amendments, with testimony emphasizing impacts on houses of worship and local communities. PCS/HB 1329 on local government spending transparency prompted extensive debate over searchable budget formats, posting requirements, and possible unfunded mandates; supporters framed it as taxpayer access and accountability, while opponents argued many local governments already provide this information and that the bill could impose costs. It was reported favorably 8-4. The committee also advanced PCS/HB 927 on local land planning and development, which would allow qualified professionals to assist with pre-application reviews; local government representatives raised concerns about preemption and environmental restrictions, but the bill was reported favorably 13-2. HB 929 on chickee huts, PCS/HB 4081 on expanding a local water and sewer district by referendum, and HB 489 conveying the Trenton Train Depot to the city and county all passed unanimously or near-unanimously. HB 1211, a Department of Military Affairs bill updating leave and assistance-program provisions, was amended and reported favorably. HB 1041, creating business incentives for veteran- and military spouse-owned businesses, also passed 13-0 after amendment and supportive testimony from members and veterans. The final item shown was HB 1001, a bill restricting county and municipal DEI-related actions and contracting; the sponsor described it as a response to division and waste, and members began questioning its definitions, scope, and potential effects on training and civil actions, but the transcript cuts off before any vote or final action on that bill.

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• Fish and Wildlife Service Partners Fish and Wildlife Service and Thurston Conservation District to convene
• Fire flexibility: prairie landscapes and many ecosystems are dependent on prescribed fire.
• These fires require specific conditions.
• That higher level of need and service for veterans.
• They have a huge need to continue to provide that service.

Summary: The Joint Committee on Military and Veterans Affairs heard presentations on several military and veterans-related topics. Dr. Dan Calvert briefed the committee on the JBLM Sentinel Landscape Partnership, explaining its voluntary conservation work to reduce encroachment around the base by protecting prairie habitat, supporting agriculture, and managing sensitive species. He described REPI funding, recent and proposed projects, and possible policy support such as state designation, dedicated funding, management endowments, prescribed fire flexibility, and water-right transfer tools. Members asked about seed sourcing, the distinction between natural-resource encroachment and development-related encroachment, and the impact of federal REPI staffing cuts. David Puente of the Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs updated the committee on plans for a new state veterans cemetery in the Tri-Cities area and a replacement Spokane Veterans Home. He said the cemetery project has two candidate sites near Richland/West Richland, with pre-design funded by the legislature and a future request expected for land purchase and construction; he also noted the current cemetery funding source is limited and would not support a second cemetery without additional state operating funds. On the Spokane home, he described the current facility’s limitations and said the replacement would be a 120-bed, small-house model on a larger site, with the VA expected to cover 65% of construction costs if the state provides the match. He also reviewed agency budget reductions, including vacant positions, reduced outreach, cuts to counseling and wellness funding, and reduced support for veterans service organizations. Blue Star Families’ Puget Sound chapter also presented on its programs for military-connected families, including Coffee Connects, a children’s book club, outdoor programming, career support, and Blue Star Welcome Week. The group said it is expanding beyond the South Sound and is using local outposts and online networks to reach more families, while also helping with food insecurity through grocery gift cards and partnerships with local nonprofits. Committee members discussed the need to expand the organization statewide and the ongoing food-security challenges facing military families. During the final discussion on potential legislation, members raised ideas including restoring Washington National Guard retention efforts, expanding E-CAP eligibility to military families, revisiting the composition of the Veterans Affairs Advisory Committee, and addressing veterans’ preference issues for service members who have not yet received a DD-214. The committee did not take any formal votes or actions, but members and presenters discussed future policy and budget requests, and the chairs thanked the presenters and staff before adjourning.

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• training is done through KCTCS with the fire commission.
• Um, we have over 347 buildings plus the fire commission.
• </c> we also have the Kentucky Fire we also have the Kentucky Fire Commission<00:25:11.600><c> with</
• </c> through KCTCS with the fire commission. through KCTCS with the fire commission.
• </c> have over 347 buildings plus the fire have over 347 buildings plus the fire commission.<00:26:35.279

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Summary: The House Budget Review Subcommittee on Postsecondary Education heard presentations from the University of Louisville and the Kentucky Community and Technical College System (KCTCS) on their strategic plans, enrollment trends, and budget priorities. University of Louisville President Bradley highlighted the university’s new five-year strategic plan, its R1 research status, community-engaged and opportunity college classifications, record enrollment of 25,005 students, and its role in serving first-generation, Pell-eligible, military-connected, and rural students. He also emphasized the university’s economic and workforce impact, including athletics, nursing, dentistry, and a recent Speed School building, and previewed major capital and program requests: a $142 million STEMH building, a $15 million one-time request for National Cancer Institute-related cancer research, and $5.3 million for the Kentucky Manufacturing Extension Partnership. He also discussed a planned $260 million health sciences building and the university’s efforts to expand health care access beyond Louisville through regional sites and residency partnerships. Members responded positively, with Representative Tipton asking about agency bond projects and regional health outreach, and President Bradley saying the university is evaluating debt capacity and exploring smaller projects while noting that the STEM building request would rely on state-funded debt service. He described UofL Health’s expansion into places such as Bullitt County, Shelbyville, Madisonville, and Paducah, and its efforts to train physicians for rural practice. Representative McCool praised the university’s military-friendly designation and cancer research priorities and noted personal family ties to UofL. Michaela Aman, a sophomore from Letcher County, also testified about how UofL has supported her as a rural student and emphasized the university’s commitment to opportunity and social mobility. KCTCS President Ryan Quarles and CFO Todd Kilburn then presented the system’s enrollment, completion, and workforce-training results. They said KCTCS now serves more than 110,000 students, graduated a record 24,000 students last May, and has moved from 45th to 4th nationally in graduation rate. They also highlighted that over half of students are first-generation, 60% work while enrolled, 70% of graduates work in Kentucky, and 74% graduate with no student loan debt. KCTCS described its common-course-numbering agreement with Morehead State as part of a broader transfer simplification effort, and said it trains about 200,000 Kentuckians annually when including workforce training and firefighter instruction. The system also outlined efficiency measures, including property sales, a new bookstore contract projected to save $4.3 million over five years, and a new evaluation process for real estate and facilities. KCTCS’s budget and capital requests included operating funding tied to enrollment growth, support for the TRAINs program, the ECTC training facility at Glendale, continued support for Health Force Kentucky, three capital construction projects at Jefferson, Bluegrass, and Gateway, and asset preservation funding focused on safety and security upgrades. Quarles also referenced House Bill 5, saying it would expand KCTCS’s correctional education and re-entry work and could help reduce recidivism. Members asked about the bill and its impact, and KCTCS said it already provides instruction in jails and prisons and sees the proposal as an extension of that work.

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• </c> our volunteer fire department. our volunteer fire department.
• </c> health and safety codes including fire health and safety codes including fire can<02:56:58.080><
• equipment or fire inadequate fire equipment or fire response<02:57:07.520><c> or</c><02:57:07.760><c
• </c><03:54:05.520><c> service,</c><03:54:06.000><c> police,</c><03:54:06.640><c> roads,</c> water, fire
• service, police, roads, water, fire service, police, roads, safety,<03:54:07.840><c> infrastructure,

Keywords: 981, all

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• Please join me in thanking Michael. for his service to the committee.
• Martin said, I got fired because of the crazy black ladies on CNN that demanded I be fired because I
• One of Martin's first official acts after his appointment as temporary was to fire numerous prosecutors
• A letter to Attorney General Bondi about why the pardon attorney was fired, no response.
• He gets fired by President Trump, and he then has been out there as a private citizen.

Keywords: nomination, Patrick Davis, Assistant Attorney General, Ed Martin, January 6th, public testimony

Summary: This meeting focused primarily on the nomination of Patrick Davis to serve as Assistant Attorney General for the Office of Legislative Affairs. Members discussed Mr. Davis's qualifications and experience, emphasizing his commitment to effectively serving the American public and working collaboratively with Congress. The committee also briefly revisited the nominations of John Eisenberg and Brett Shumate but decided to hold them over until the next meeting. Additionally, concerns regarding the nomination of Ed Martin as U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia were raised, particularly regarding his past statements and conduct related to the January 6th insurrection and its aftermath. The discussion highlighted the importance of reviewing Mr. Martin's responses to various questions before proceeding with a vote on his nomination.

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• utility with an emerging large energy use facility, which I'll be referring to as a data center, in its service
• Senate Bill 6172 relates to eliminating preferential treatment to a coal-fired electric generating plant
• And it also repeals the sales and use tax exemptions... ...coal-fired electric generating plant.
• appointed by the governor must have expertise with Bonneville Power Administration transmission services
• Reliability, to get it up to speed, to get all the electrons firing as much as we possibly can on the

Summary: The Senate Environment, Energy, and Technology Committee took executive action on 11 bills. It advanced SB 624 on an Appliance Affordability Index study with an amendment excluding consumer electronics, and SB 6284 on artificial intelligence systems with a proposed substitute adding definitions, developer requirements, exemptions for some entities, and clarifying enforcement. The committee also moved forward SB 5609 on cultural resource protection under SEPA after rejecting an amendment to the proposed substitute, and SB 6172 on coal plant treatment under cap-and-invest after adopting an amendment related to emergency federal orders. Several energy and climate bills were also approved, including SB 6246 on emissions-intensive trade-exposed facilities, SB 5932 on alternative jet fuel production, SB 6269 on the definition of motor fuel, and SB 6223 on community-scaled weatherization projects. On SB 5975 concerning lead in cookware, the committee rejected one proposed substitute and adopted another that bans intentionally added lead in cookware beginning in 2027 and directs future regulation through the Safer Products program. The committee then considered SB 5466 on electric transmission reliability and capacity, taking up multiple amendments to a proposed second substitute. Amendments addressing wildfire risk, corridor identification, landowner consultation, eminent domain, and wildfire liability were all rejected, and the bill was advanced on a due pass recommendation. In each case, the committee’s final action was to pass the bills or substitutes subject to signatures, with several measures referred onward to Ways and Means or Rules as noted.