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• So definitely a ripe time for moving forward on that.
• Seeing none, we definitely thank you for joining us.
• But I would definitely concur about the anchor.
• Hi, I'm Min Chang, and I'm CEO for Homebridge.
• This includes changes after the mortgage crisis, pandemic-specific rules, and other similar changes.

Summary: The Assembly Budget Subcommittee 5 on State Administration heard presentations from Go-Biz and the Department of Financial Protection and Innovation on the Governor’s budget proposals. Go-Biz described California Jobs First, the state’s 10-year economic development strategy, and emphasized support for small businesses, workforce development, and targeted investment in sectors such as ag tech, life sciences, semiconductors, and advanced manufacturing. Members raised concerns about federal policy changes, tariffs, tourism, housing, child care, and whether state incentives are truly additive; Go-Biz responded that it tracks federal actions closely, works with chambers and advocates, and uses programs like California Competes to target jobs that would not otherwise come to California. The committee then reviewed the proposal to restore the California Competes grant program with $60 million. Go-Biz said the grant would help businesses that cannot use the nonrefundable tax credit, and explained the program’s five-year contracts, milestone-based awards, and recapture provisions. The Legislative Analyst’s Office said the grant could be effective but recommended stronger oversight and clearer eligibility criteria, while also noting the 30% cap in trailer bill language may be too restrictive given the smaller funding level. Public testimony supported the grant and suggested considering refundability or transferability for the tax credit to broaden access for smaller and startup businesses. Members also heard the CHIPS-related proposal for $25 million to support Natcast’s semiconductor design and collaboration facility in Sunnyvale. Go-Biz and public witnesses argued the state investment would help secure a major federal research facility, retain engineering talent, and leverage billions in broader investment, while the LAO recommended rejecting the item because of its dependence on uncertain federal funding and the state’s budget condition. The committee also considered a $17 million continuation of CA RISE, which supports employment social enterprises; Go-Biz and several grantees cited strong job placement and workforce outcomes, while the LAO recommended rejection absent a more rigorous evaluation, noting prior LA RISE evidence did not show long-term employment gains. Finally, the Department of Financial Protection and Innovation presented budget requests for IT security and rent increases, and a trailer bill to raise fees across several programs. DFPI said decades-old fee schedules, inflation, and new regulatory responsibilities have created a structural deficit and warned the department could face insolvency without adjustments. The LAO recommended approving the fee increases only on a three-year limited-term basis and asked for more detailed revenue plans for programs not covered by the proposal, so the Legislature can assess actual collections and market impacts before making the changes permanent.

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• First include some definition changes.
• > changes.
• First include some definition changes. First include some definition changes.
• Definitions do matter. them to be safe. Definitions do matter.
• Um, and I am definitely...

Keywords: 00:00:06 - Call to Order/Roll Call 00:01:23 - Review of Referred Administrative Regulations 00:02:00 - Discussion of 26RS HB 485 01:00:40 - Roll Call Vote on 26RS HB 485 01:03:25 - Adjournment, 958, all

Summary: The House Standing Committee on Health Services met with a quorum and took up House Bill 485, a major mental health measure addressing both KRS 202C and KRS 202A. The committee first adopted a committee substitute and then approved a committee amendment correcting misspellings in the bill. Members and witnesses described the bill as the product of years of work with judges, prosecutors, defense attorneys, mental health professionals, advocates, and the Kentucky Judicial Commission on Mental Health. Testimony on the 202C portion focused on individuals charged with serious violent offenses who are found incompetent to stand trial. Witnesses, including a circuit judge and a family member whose mother was killed by her mentally ill brother, argued that current timelines require repeated evidentiary hearings and impose unnecessary trauma on victims’ families and strain on courts and KCPC. Supporters said the bill would lengthen review intervals, clarify the role and payment of guardians ad litem, and reduce repeated relitigation while preserving due process and public safety. They noted that 202C cases are few in number but consume a significant share of KCPC bed space. The committee then turned to the 202A portion, which covers civil mental health commitments for people who may not have committed a crime. Supporters said current law leaves courts with only two choices—hospitalization or release—and that the bill would create a third option by allowing court-ordered outpatient treatment and other guardrails such as medication compliance and follow-up care. Witnesses emphasized that the bill defines terms such as “benefit” and “serious mental illness,” expands the definition of danger, and aims to provide a least restrictive alternative to inpatient hospitalization. No final vote on the bill itself was taken during the portion of the meeting provided, but the substitute and amendment were adopted and testimony continued in support of the measure.

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• It also adds some definitions.
• With the current changes of where it is today, are any organizations—have they changed your position?
• He said, no, definitely not. Madam Chair? Yes. With Chris. Yes.
• I would definitely be concerned about this.
• So I remember this bill, and the date was changed. I remember this bill, and the date was changed.

Keywords: 1182, all

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• comment with no intent to change comment with no intent to change anything<00:09:51.120> is
• I have not changed it at all.
• So both the priority guidelines definition and the enrollment cap definition are repealed.
• three changed to exclude that section three changed to exclude priority<00:31:37.279> guideline
• the the priority guidelines definition the the priority guidelines definition and<00:32:02.159><

Keywords: 928, house, all

Summary: The committee held a work session on SB 145, which would require sexual assault evidence kits to be delivered to the state forensic lab within seven business days and analyzed more promptly. Pamela Kyle of the New Hampshire Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence said the bill was developed after survivor concerns and extensive discussions with the Departments of Safety and Justice. She explained that most agencies already deliver kits quickly, but some kits sit for months, and the bill is intended to add structure without penalties while preserving chain of custody. Members discussed the use of common carriers or courier services for transport, the need for clear rules, and whether carriers would know what they were transporting. Representative Papovich offered amendment 2025-2301H to remove the reimbursement program for police shipping costs, arguing it would add administrative overhead and was unnecessary. The amendment was adopted on a roll call vote, and the committee then voted OTPA on SB 145 as amended, with members voting yes on the roll call. The committee then opened a work session on SB 295, and the sponsor presented a replace-all amendment intended to simplify and clarify the Education Freedom Account bill without changing its purpose. The amendment would remove income-cap language, define priority enrollment groups, establish an enrollment cap for the EFA program, and create rolling enrollment rules. It would set a 10,000-student cap for the 2025-2026 school year, allow the cap to increase by 25% if enrollment exceeds 90% of the prior cap, and ensure current participants can remain enrolled. The amendment also provides that certain sections would later be repealed once the Department of Education certifies that applications have not exceeded the cap for two consecutive school years. The sponsor walked through the amendment section by section, explaining that the bill is structured in two phases: one while caps exist and another after they are no longer needed.

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• . changes. changes.
• Um, I do have one testifier, Miss Ellis. definition of lobbying. definition of lobbying.
• do not advocate for broad policy changes or budget changes.
• do not advocate for broad policy changes or budget changes.
• do not advocate for broad policy changes or budget changes.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• But the definition, the expansion of the definition on page 1, line 15, and on the first page, and also
• But the definition, the expansion of the definition on page 1, line 15, and on the first page, and also
• But the definition, the expansion of the definition on page 1, line 15, and on the first page, and also
• But the definition, the expansion of the definition on page 1, line 15, and on the first page, and also
• you know, individuals just a friend, etc., does this change or manipulate the definition in other parts

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• change to um where they can be operated. change to um where they can be operated.
• What we've done with the bill is change that definition to include kind of the next adjacent group of
• What we've done with the bill is change that definition to include kind of the next adjacent group of
• That's the purpose of the bill, to change the existing definitions to incorporate these new electric,
• That's the purpose of the bill, to change the existing definitions to incorporate these new electric,

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• Those changes are regarding two definitions: the general nursing experience definition and the primary
• instructor definition.
• And so our regulations have been revised to reflect the changes in those two definitions.
• Sometimes those requirements change, and so we then change the wording on the website.
• Some of the more significant changes that were recommended by Acos include clarifying the definition

Keywords: 1204, all

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• So times have changed. How many hours a day do you work?
• And I agree that we need to change that.
• It's a condition that the definitions of this bill fail to anticipate.
• One of the amazing things with definitions is that they Expand or change when science advances our understanding
• HB229 is unnecessary because it limits the definition of biological sex.

Bills: HB186, HB201, HB229, HB796, HB1506, HB2702, HB2885, HB3225, HB3909, HB4285, HB5138

Keywords: social media, children, account verification, data privacy, parental control, financial crime, card fraud, motor fuel theft, law enforcement, criminal activity, skimmers, prevention, training, biological sex, government information, definitions, sex-based distinctions, public health, federal directives, state authority

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• So 53 is definitely not sufficient.
• So there is definitely... Jurisdictions improved.
• All state education standards are, by definition, a state issue.
• That's definitely not the end goal.
• So it's definitely one that's available.

Summary: The Senate Committee on Pre-K through 12 Education received a Department of Education presentation from Deputy Commissioner Juan Copa on Florida’s K-12 assessment system, including FAST progress monitoring, end-of-course exams, science, writing, alternate assessments, English language acquisition testing, and VPK progress monitoring. Copa reported year-over-year gains in ELA and mathematics, noted that end-of-course and science results also improved, and explained how assessment data are used for school grades, third-grade promotion, graduation requirements, and other accountability measures. He also reviewed the independent study required by SB 1048, which recommended keeping PM3 as the primary accountability measure, proceeding cautiously on further test-length reductions and remote testing expansion, and using PM1/PM2 only as supplemental evidence in limited cases. Committee members focused on whether the new system is improving student outcomes enough, what supports teachers and schools need to use the data effectively, and how Florida compares nationally. Chancellor Dr. Burns said the department is emphasizing implementation of the new standards, high-quality instructional materials, coaching, professional learning, collaboration, and school improvement support, and also pointed to resiliency education standards and mental health supports. Copa said Florida’s latest NAEP results remain mixed but still generally outperform the nation in some grades, while members pressed for more information on best practices, other states’ approaches, and how districts are using the data. Several members requested follow-up information, including the independent review report, breakdowns of PM1/PM2/PM3 results by grade and subgroup, details on VPK outcomes by provider type and full-day versus half-day programs, and data on use of the CLT versus SAT/ACT for graduation concordant scores. The committee also discussed third-grade retention outcomes, computer-based testing, district assessment calendars, and whether some districts still administer additional local testing. No votes were taken on legislation, and the meeting adjourned after Senator Davis moved to adjourn.

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• on pages four and five are just in keeping with the definition we already covered, changing small bits
• :03:35.519> we just in keeping with the definition we just in keeping with the definition we we
• > small<00:03:37.400> bits we already covered changing small bits we already covered changing
• is on page three change uh Third change is on page three line<00:13:10.160> item<00:13:10.440
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Keywords: Meeting start 00:00:00 Roll Call 00:00:12 Discussion on 2025 Regular Session Proposals 00:01:00 Discussion for Future Meetings 00:18:25, 958, all

Summary: The Investments in IT Improvements and Modernization Projects Oversight Board met for its first meeting, approved the minutes from November 13, 2024, and then discussed BR 355, a bill draft intended to revise and clarify the board’s governing statute based on its first year of experience. The draft would rename the body as the Information Technology Oversight Committee, add or refine definitions for cybersecurity projects/systems and legacy projects/systems, move the annual submission deadline earlier, and require a six-year outline and funding-source information for transition planning. Members and staff said the bill was largely a codification of current practice, with no major controversy. State Budget Director John Hicks and CIO Jim Baird offered technical comments and suggested several drafting changes: using “system” instead of “project” for legacy and cybersecurity references, adjusting the first reporting deadline to give agencies more time if the bill becomes law in March, and clarifying that the statute should ask agencies for estimated expenditures and funding sources rather than implying an electronic link to the budget request. They also suggested that the linkage to the budget process could be handled through budget instructions rather than statute. Members discussed whether the six-year outline should be biennial and agreed that the April timing fit the capital planning process. After the discussion, the board agreed in principle to revise the draft along those lines, including changing the terminology, making the six-year outline biennial, and refining the budget-related language. The board also discussed future meeting dates and agreed to meet on Fridays upon adjournment, with February and March meetings to be scheduled later. The meeting ended with a motion and second to adjourn, which passed.

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• We definitely need to revisit that piece, and we can provide...
• That would definitely be something for us to consider.
• have you maybe changed or bolstered as a result of these changes?
• So when we’re talking about this, we need to talk about change.
• We definitely looked at different options to do that.

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• changes the bill for the most part.
• The definition of drag in entertainment. The definition of drag in HB67 is so broad.
• So that's the definition from the bill.
• We can, you know, change it, but you... ...is.
• We can, you know, change it, but you can't change facts. Chairman, may I add one thing? Yes, sir.

Bills: SB320, HB67, HB247, HB161, HB165, HB91, HB90, HB471, HB363, HB479

Keywords: liquefied petroleum gas, safety regulations, public gathering places, cylinder storage, proximity regulations, parental rights, drag performances, public schools, public libraries, overnight programs, gender identity, minor safety, Gulf of America, name change, state compliance, educational materials, local resources, historical reference, building codes, standardization

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• as opposed to a definition in criminal jurisprudence.
• less statute's existing criminal definition of pool, which is less expansive than the definition that
• So whatever would apply to that, we're not changing any of that.
• So we changed the definition of public swimming pool to a watertight structure of concrete, masonry,
• The amendment simply changes the wording from 'acting' to 'engaged.'

Summary: The Criminal Justice Subcommittee met to consider three bills. HB 199, relating to Veterans Court, was presented as a repeat measure aligning Veterans Court procedures with mental health and drug court laws and allowing post-adjudicatory referrals. A technical amendment was adopted, numerous witnesses waived in support, and the bill passed unanimously 17-0. The committee then took up HB 45, which would add public swimming pools and public bathing places to existing sex offender residency, work, volunteer, and visitation restrictions. The sponsor argued it would protect children and apply only to specified sex offenses. Several members and public witnesses raised concerns that the bill’s definitions were overly broad, could effectively ban registrants from much of Florida, and could increase homelessness and make offenders harder to track. An amendment narrowing the bill’s scope and definitions was adopted after debate, and the bill passed 11-5 as amended. Finally, HB 17, the Jason Rayner Act, was heard to clarify that force may not be used to resist an arrest by an officer acting in the performance of official duties, retain good-faith language, add manslaughter to offenses requiring a life sentence when reclassified, and increase the severity level for battery on a law enforcement officer. The sponsor said the bill was intended to strengthen protections for officers; opponents argued it could sweep in accidental or less culpable conduct, while supporters said existing law already covered serious cases. A clarifying amendment was adopted, and the bill passed 16-0 as amended. The committee then adjourned.

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• Definitely, and I think especially changing the makeup of this advisory committee and having them review
• There's nothing in your bill that actually changes the definition of a youth camp, is that correct?
• So would it be your testimony that we need to look at changing the statutory definition of a camp to
• With only one-third, it sounds like you're saying we need to change the definition.
• It does not change the definition of youth camps. I heard that brought up many times.

Bills: HB 265, HB25

Keywords: youth camp, safety regulations, advisory committee, child welfare, health standards, summer camp, camp safety, child abuse reporting, child neglect, mandatory reporting, background check, criminal history check, sex offender registry, CPR training, first aid, public health, child protection, camp operator, camp counselor, Health and Safety Code

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• <00:03:49.520> defined and they have definitively defined and they have definitively defined
• needed at this time. definitely needed at this time.
• <00:20:38.840> My Cities to get some language changed.
• My Cities to get some language changed.

Keywords: 958, all

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• That would be one of the changes. So the new definition would give four thresholds.
• One of the changes.
• Okay, so the definition, I guess, may change a little bit? It might.
• One concern I believe that I have is just the changing definition from truancy to chronic absenteeism
• What would the changing this definition to chronic absenteeism do with the ability for the courts to

Keywords: 994, senate, all

Summary: The committee first approved the minutes from its prior meeting and then took up House Bill 5537, a bill to repeal several obsolete or outdated code sections. Counsel explained that the bill would remove provisions related to professional development, a behavioral interventionist pilot program, county lists of facilities for child daycare, and high school graduation rates, with a proposed amendment adding another outdated education code section from 1923. The committee adopted the amendment and reported HB 5537 to the full Senate with a recommendation that it do pass as amended. The committee then considered House Bill 4656, which would shift truancy policy toward chronic absenteeism and earlier intervention. Counsel said the committee substitute would replace punitive status-offense treatment with wraparound services, student support specialists, and a new child-in-need-of-supervision process, while also ending compulsory attendance at age 18 and removing criminal penalties for 18-year-olds. Members questioned how the new thresholds would work, including the role of attendance directors, prosecutors, judges, and the Department of Human Services, and whether the bill would change current diversion funding or court authority. Witnesses from Fayette County, Greenbrier County, and Taylor County largely opposed the bill or urged caution. The Fayette County attendance director said current truancy procedures, including school-based probation and court involvement, help secure family participation and services, and warned that removing the status offense would weaken enforcement. A Greenbrier County probation officer said diversion programs are effective and that court involvement often leads to needed services. A Taylor County juvenile prosecutor said status-offense jurisdiction gives courts meaningful leverage and flexibility, and asked that counties be allowed to keep existing approaches that work locally. After testimony, the committee voted to report HB 4656 to the full Senate without recommendation and with a recommendation that it be re-referred to the Committee on Education, then adjourned.

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• we might want to narrow the definition we might want to narrow the definition of<00:27:03.360>
• change and not have any issues. Correct. change and not have any issues. Correct.
• <00:49:31.440> of um uh li uh it limits the definition of um uh li uh it limits the definition
• And that's that to add a definition.

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• <00:36:08.560> applies on 11.13 if that same definition applies on 11.13 if that same definition
• I don't see any change in the service.
• <00:58:33.359> worth think that that's um definitely worth think that that's um definitely
• something um that that we definitely something um that that we definitely want<00:59:01.520>
• So the bill has morphed and changed.

Keywords: 1183, house

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• Definitely timing also matters.
• and it's definitely not about favors. and it's definitely not about favors.
• After Definitely timing also matters.
• So I'm just very broad definition.
• ; that's not like a permanent change.

Bills: HF1667, HF2526, HF68

Keywords: correctional fees, supervision fees, probation, Department of Corrections, criminal justice funding, electronic home monitoring, drug testing, restitution collection, community service work, postprison supervision, court-ordered services, fee sunset, fee phaseout, offender fees, community corrections, supervised individuals, 1183, house