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• 00:03:48.120> Education<00:03:48.640> to<00:03:48.799> be<00:03:48.920> determined
• <00:03:49.400> by quality of Education to be determined by quality of Education to be determined
• So determining which students qualify using this complex methodology will require a tedious level of
• which students qualify using determining which students qualify using this<00:09:27.399> complex<
• It says you need to do more analysis to determine how this would be carried out and stuff.

Keywords: 912, senate, all

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• But again, the court getting to prescribe the conditions, the court getting to make this determination
• this determination this determination that<01:28:58.080> someone<01:28:58.480> can
• <01:53:18.480> if<01:53:18.719> additional study to determine if additional study to
• <03:12:33.840> that<03:12:34.080> the commission determines that the commission determines
• <03:12:42.160> EV shall determine following an EV shall determine following an EV evidentiary

Keywords: 981, all

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• And I would have a conversation outside of the school building and then we would determine if it was
• after a camping trip over the weekend, or whether it is a real threat. ...and then we would determine
• once that is determined, we also can<00:19:35.280> look<00:19:35.520> at<00:19:35.960>
• How is threat behavior going to be determined, and by whom?
• How is threat behavior going to be determined, and by whom?

Bills: HF3753, HF4299, HF4700, HF4282, HF4139, HF3530, HF4031

Keywords: school safety, threat assessment, pilot project, education, real-time monitoring, public safety, HF4299, school safety specialists, Minnesota School Safety Center, appropriation, general fund, fiscal year 2026, school security, school violence prevention, student safety, Department of Public Safety, school resource support, education funding, peace officer, training reimbursement

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• whether we do a 2,000 or 5,000 determine whether we do a 2,000 or 5,000 or<00:52:27.080> 10,000
• And if a local government determines a business is non-compliant, it provides evidence of that determination
• And if a local government determines a business is non-compliant, it provides evidence of that determination
• It determines whether he can remain safely at home, in a community we fought so hard to be a part of,
• can<01:12:46.000> remain It determines whether he can remain It determines whether he

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• So even if they're reading at grade level, will they be assessed with these tools to determine, you know
• , you know, do these tools to determine, you know, do they<00:23:05.200> have<00:23:05.360>
• to have met those will be determined to have met those outside<00:54:06.640> of<00:54:06.800>
• Uh, teach students to recognize common underlying structures in various problems and how to determine
• in various problems and how to determine in various problems and how to determine the<01:16:21.760

Bills: HF3421

Keywords: early literacy, reading instruction, teacher preparation, teacher candidates, teacher licensure, educator licensing, Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board, PELSB, field experience, supervised practicum, evidence-based reading, science of reading, literacy methods, teacher training, preservice teachers, school-based experience, reading intervention, Minnesota education policy, 1183, house

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• um to identify suspected determination um to identify suspected fraud<00:20:34.960> uh<00:20:
• of those referrals, um, like maybe the initial review that you or your staff do, uh, in order to determine
• <00:37:39.440> whether<00:37:39.760> or<00:37:39.920> not in order to determine
• into consideration while um determining into consideration while um determining what's<01:09:28.239
• that um through [snorts] determined that um through [snorts] consultation<01:10:26.800> with<

Keywords: 1183, house

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• And so this particular bill will allow judges to not only determine that the 202 deposition is being
• that liability should not arise for that conduct, A particular conduct and determined that liability
• And if it were determined to be a private nuisance, the common law private nuisance is still available
• The legislature determined that if there is an entity that can...
• The legislature determined that if there is an entity that can provide the costs and cover the costs,

Bills: HB2242, HB2446, HB2799, HB4502, HB2920, HB2790, HB5620, HB5060, HB5076, HB5080, HB5081, HB5128, HB5130, HB3847, HB5116, HB2969, HB4546, HB4202, HB5624, HB3964, HB4803, HB872, HB4775, HB4777, HB4961, HB5570, HB2988, HB4260, HB1375, HB5009, HB5411, HB5134, HB4388, HB3095, HB1387

Keywords: constables, civil rights, local government, law enforcement, policy-making authority, affidavit, medical bills, civil actions, reasonable charges, healthcare services, judicial statistics, court performance, family law, civil cases, efficiency reporting, court security, emergency management, harassment penalties, judicial safety, court committee

Summary: The committee heard testimony on several bills affecting civil practice, judicial conduct, and attorney regulation. HB 4961 and the similar HB 3095 would bar uninsured motorists from recovering non-economic damages after a collision, with HB 3095 also addressing certain exceptions and limiting economic damages in some cases. Supporters said the measures would encourage insurance coverage and fairness for insured drivers, while opponents argued they would unfairly punish injured people who were not responsible for the lack of insurance, including pedestrians, passengers, children, and others. HB 3095 drew constitutional concerns from witnesses, and the committee later withdrew the committee substitute and left the bill pending; HB 4961 was also left pending after questions about its scope, including passengers. HB 5570 would expand a continuing legal education exemption to attorneys appointed by the governor and confirmed by the Senate who serve on boards or commissions. The author and witness said the bill would free up time for public service while still requiring ethics training. A committee member raised a discrepancy in the number of attorneys covered, and the bill was left pending. HB 2969 would prohibit the State Bar from adopting rules or penalties that unreasonably burden attorneys’ religious exercise or free speech, especially in relation to sincerely held religious beliefs. Supporters framed it as a protection for lawyers of faith against an ABA-style speech code, while no one testified in opposition; the bill was left pending. HB 4260 would prohibit county judges and county commissioners from practicing law in courts over which they have jurisdiction. The author described it as an ethics measure to avoid conflicts of interest, but county officials and the County Judges and Commissioners Association opposed it, saying existing ethics rules already address conflicts and that the bill would impose hardships, especially in rural counties. The bill was left pending. HB 4388 would require all judges, including those who serve only in administrative roles, to remain subject to the Code of Judicial Conduct; supporters said some judges avoid discipline by relinquishing judicial functions, while opponents said the bill was unnecessary and could burden county judges who serve as administrators. It was also left pending. The committee also heard HB 5134, which would limit Rule 202 pre-suit depositions to people who have suffered or reasonably expect to suffer actual damages and allow attorney’s fees against abusive petitioners. The author said the bill would curb harassment and fishing expeditions, but members questioned how the standard would work in practice; the bill was left pending. Finally, HB 3964 would narrow common-law public nuisance claims by barring suits over lawful conduct, conduct already addressed by other remedies, and products, while preserving other causes of action. Supporters said the bill would prevent regulation through litigation and protect legislative authority; opponents said it would eliminate important remedies and that no Texas abuse had been shown. The author indicated he would revise the bill, and it was left pending.

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• The combined 30 years is used to determine eligibility for some of these other provisions like early
• eligibility for some of these determine eligibility for some of these other<00:45:21.720> Provisions
• Just wondering what that is because you have had legacy issues with determination of someone should have
• from IRP. issues with determination of someone issues with determination of someone should<00:59:16.920
• The eligibility determination depends on whether Minnesota State can show that the applicant meets the

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• c><00:32:23.399> to with all your factors on on how to with all your factors on on how to determine
• a behavioral code so would you determine a behavioral code so would you please<00:32:26.559> help
• <01:09:38.839> by<01:09:39.080> medical units are being determined by medical units
• are being determined by medical doctors<01:09:40.719> not<01:09:41.080> by<01:09:41.719
• what our costs are and they're determine what our costs are and they're not<01:09:57.280> providing

Bills: HF1005

Keywords: health insurance, medical assistance, behavioral health, reimbursement rates, primary care services, physician fee schedule, managed care, residential services, 1183, house

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• But furthermore, just trying to determine break-even, particularly as we think of today’s agriculture
• But furthermore, just trying to determine break-even, particularly as we think of today’s agriculture
• But furthermore, just trying to determine break-even, particularly as we think of today’s agriculture
• Those grants are overseen and determined by the Minnesota Department of Agriculture.
• <01:25:18.480> by<01:25:18.560> the overseen and and uh determined by the overseen

Bills: HF711, HF653

Keywords: agriculture, agricultural education, leadership development, Minnesota Agricultural Education and Leadership Council, MAELC, chapter 41D, grant funding, general fund appropriation, commissioner of agriculture, farm education, youth agriculture programs, ag literacy, workforce development, extension education, research funding, extension services, technology transfer, grant programs, 1183, house

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• And we’re determined that our Texas students deserve it. ...and we’re determined that our Texas students
• And curious, just talk a little about how you determine that amount.
• And curious, just talk a little about how you determine that amount.
• And we are all very determined.
• And we are all very determined.

Summary: The Senate Committee on Education K-16 convened with a quorum, adopted its committee rules, and heard opening remarks from members introducing staff and outlining priorities for the session. Members from both parties emphasized education as a major issue, while several Republicans framed the committee’s work around school choice and parent empowerment. Senator West and other Democrats stressed protecting public schools, listening to Texans, and considering the effects of vouchers or education savings accounts on school districts and communities. Chairman Creighton laid out Senate Bill 2, the Texas Education Freedom Act, describing it as a universal education savings account program modeled on similar programs in other states. He said the bill would provide about $200 million for a universal eligibility pool and additional funding for students with disabilities and lower-income families, with priority weighting for former public school students. He also highlighted anti-fraud measures, vendor pre-approval, criminal background checks, cybersecurity protections, annual testing requirements for participating students, and the use of the Comptroller rather than TEA to administer the program. Creighton repeatedly said the bill is not a voucher and argued it would not take money from public schools, which he said would receive separate historic funding increases. Members questioned Creighton about the 500% of federal poverty line definition, the adequacy of the $10,000 ESA amount, whether the program would favor students already in private school, how microschools and homeschool pods would fit, and whether the bill protects religious liberty and private-school autonomy. Democrats raised concerns about disability protections, 504 students, foster children, public-school funding, open records, and the historical context of vouchers. Republicans generally supported the bill as a way to expand options for parents and students, while also asking about administration, fraud prevention, and data security. After member questions, the committee began invited testimony, with EdChoice President Robert Inlow presenting in support of SB 2 and citing the growth and reported success of school choice programs nationwide.

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• We don't get to determine who lives or dies in that way.
• who lives or dies in that way. determine who lives or dies in that way.
• <01:04:03.200> to at the factf finding determination to at the factf finding determination
• 04.400> guilty<01:04:04.799> or determine whether they were guilty or determine whether
• <02:56:15.600> if reviews these bonds and determines if reviews these bonds and determines

Keywords: 1136, house, all

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• We would give ourselves 30 days to process and make a determination, but, as I said last time, it was
• <00:22:44.240> I eligibility is determined or after.
• I eligibility is determined or after.
• And I agree that determination is also important to know as soon as possible.
• at some point in need to be determined at some point in the<03:47:47.520> future.

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• how you determine which but then there's how you determine which but then there's a<00:36:03.720>
• if people did you get a to determine if people did you get a memo<01:10:29.159> regarding<01:
• <01:45:04.840> that<01:45:05.119> the able to determine that the able to determine
• the policy at the board level determine the policy at the board level or<02:15:56.159> you<02
• <03:29:00.319> if position because the determination if position because the determination

Keywords: 912, senate, all

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• can all agree that an AI algorithm or any type of algorithm should not be making final medical determinations
• But in its consideration of that approval would be required that a determination is made that the system
• so that we know that this new system, this innovative system, this system which has benefits as determined
• This particular amendment would require a study to determine what additional things these folks could

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The Senate considered a series of amendments to a primary care health care bill and also took up a separate literacy bill. Several amendments were withdrawn, including one on artificial intelligence in health care and others related to cost controls, direct primary care, and provider studies. The Senate adopted amendments on preserving access to treatment for serious mental illness, modernizing the definition of primary care, clarifying payment rates for community health centers, excluding pharmaceutical spending from primary care expenditure calculations, and strengthening health equity reporting. Other amendments on rate bands, alternative payment systems, private equity reporting, scope of practice, and ownership disclosure were rejected. The Senate then approved the Ways and Means amendment and ordered the primary care bill to a third reading. The chamber also took up final passage of An Act Relative to Teachers Preparation and Student Literacy, with senators describing it as a long-awaited compromise focused on improving early reading outcomes. Supporters said the bill requires evidence-based K-3 literacy curricula, regular student screening and family notification, dyslexia screening protocols, professional development for teachers, and a free state-developed curriculum option. Senators emphasized the need to address declining third-grade reading proficiency and equity gaps. The bill passed to be enacted by a unanimous roll call and was sent to the Governor. After the literacy bill, the Senate returned to the primary care bill, where senators again debated cost containment, innovation, and access. The final version included the adopted amendments and was passed to be engrossed by a roll call vote of 35-4. The Senate then adopted an adjournment order and recessed, adjourning in memory of Henry Thomas III, former Representative Ben Swan, and Mr. Dennis Frane.

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• The Board of Parole Hearings exists for one fundamental purpose: to determine whether a dangerous person
• Regarding length of incarceration, this body has passed legislation that determines length of incarceration
• Regarding length of incarceration, this body has passed legislation that determines length of incarceration
• Through determination and perseverance, she regained her mobility and dedicated herself to helping others

Keywords: 987, senate, all

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• Yeah, I think I heard Senator Hauschild say once that your zip code shouldn't determine your level of
• 20.280> shouldn't say once that your zip code shouldn't say once that your zip code shouldn't determine
• <00:08:22.680> So,<00:08:23.240> you determine your level of care.
• So, you determine your level of care.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• When a patient and their physician has determined that a non-opioid treatment is the best option, the
• When a patient and their<00:13:04.280> physician<00:13:05.280> has<00:13:05.520> determined
• <00:13:06.080> that<00:13:06.200> a their physician has determined that a their physician
• has determined that a non-opioid<00:13:07.280> treatment<00:13:08.080> is<00:13:08.200

Keywords: 00:00 - Call to Order/Roll Call 01:17 - Discussion of 26RS SB 137 07:15 - Roll Call Vote on 26RS SB 137 09:42 - Discussion of 26RS SB 147 10:48 - Roll Call Vote on 26RS SB 147 11:56 - Discussion of 26RS SB 56 13:48 - Roll Call Vote on 26RS SB 56 14:43 - Discussion of 26RS SB 116 20:17 - Roll Call Vote on 26RS SB 116 21:23 - Adjournment, 958, all

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• endured harsh conditions and overcame racism and sexism, yet persevered with skill, discipline, and determination
• 03.120> and persevered with skill, discipline, and persevered with skill, discipline, and determination
• .<00:12:04.760> Their<00:12:04.960> mission<00:12:05.400> extended determination
• Their mission extended determination.

Keywords: Senate streaming session for Monday, March 9, 2026, 960, senate, all

Summary: The Maryland Senate opened with an invocation by Reverend Rodney Hudson, who was introduced by the Senator from the 40th District and recognized for his work as a pastor, teacher, and community leader in West Baltimore. The chamber also welcomed several district night visitors, AFSCME members, and a new group of student pages from schools across the state. The Senate then took up a resolution honoring the Maryland Council for Social Studies and its Social Studies and Civics Educator Award recipients, with remarks praising their work in education and a unanimous celebratory vote. The named honorees included educators recognized for elementary and secondary social studies, new teacher of the year, instructional leader of the year, a related organization professional, and civic education educator of the year. The Senate also adopted a resolution recognizing the women of the 6888 Central Postal Directory Battalion during Women’s History Month. The sponsor highlighted the battalion’s all-Black, overseas World War II service, its work clearing a massive mail backlog for troops, and the racism and sexism the women overcame. The resolution honored the service and legacy of the unit and was approved unanimously. In addition, the Senate passed Senate Bill 56, authorizing external data sharing by the Maryland Longitudinal Data System Center for multi-state reporting, and Senate Bill 100, concerning early voting centers and bus stops, both by 44 affirmative votes. Later, a late-filed bill was introduced after suspension of the rules: Senate Bill 1006, the Maryland State Flag Protection Act, a constitutional amendment intended to protect the state flag in the constitution. The bill was referred to the Rules Committee. The session concluded with caucus announcements, including a Democratic caucus meeting the next morning, a Republican caucus meeting at 8:30 a.m., and notice of a Jewish Caucus event marking the 200th anniversary of the Jew Bill. The Senate then adjourned until March 10 at 10:00 a.m.

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• Current statute requires a reasonable attempt when practicable to determine status when reasonable suspicion
• The A.G. and SCOT is... when practicable to determine status when reasonable suspicion already exists
• Officers cannot prolong a stop or arrest solely to determine immigration status.
• Representative, the current statute, ARS 11-1051, Section B, specifically, requires a reasonable attempt to determine

Bills: SB1032, SB1055, SB1107

Keywords: corrections oversight, funding, state budget, criminal justice, reform, immigration enforcement, law enforcement, illegal aliens, state legislation, civil penalties, peace officer certification, police certification, law enforcement licensing, Arizona POST, peace officer standards and training, military police, veterans, honorably discharged, veteran hiring, abbreviated academy