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• look at as a state when people are abusing our systems and especially when it's abusing and making amusement
• worse when it's abusing and AMU<00:51:44.960><c> uh</c><00:51:45.480><c> making</c><00:51:45.880><c> Amusement
• </c><00:51:46.400><c> out</c><00:51:46.520><c> of</c><00:51:46.680><c> our</c> AMU uh making Amusement
• out of our AMU uh making Amusement out of our children<00:51:47.359><c> and</c><00:51:47.599><c> exploiting

Bills: HF1169, HF1916

Keywords: child protection, child welfare, paperwork reduction, social services information system, SSIS, Department of Children, Youth, and Families, foster care, children in placement, county social services, Tribal governments, private child placing agencies, case management, administrative burden, information technology, human services, welfare administration, Minnesota tribes, child care assistance, CCAP, program integrity

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• Late this summer, one of my officers was working on a detail at a local amusement park, and a large crowd
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Keywords: 1183, house

Summary: The Public Safety Committee held its first meeting of the session, opened with a quorum present, and reviewed basic decorum expectations and committee procedures. Members and staff introduced themselves and described their districts and backgrounds. The chair said the committee would focus on protecting victims and preventing crime, and that the first presenters would be law enforcement groups as subject-matter experts. The Minnesota Police and Peace Officers Association testified first, warning of serious recruitment, retention, and retirement pressures in law enforcement. The group cited survey data showing most members would not recommend the profession to family, rising assaults on officers, a shortage of roughly 1,000 officers statewide, and more than 2,000 officers nearing retirement eligibility. They also urged continued funding for POST Board training reimbursements and described broader concerns about anti-police rhetoric and public policy. The presentation was interrupted by a disruptive outburst in the room, after which the committee returned to order. The Minnesota Sheriffs Association then outlined its 2025 priorities: expanding mental health treatment beds and revisiting the 48-hour law, making the Fandino-Castile training fund permanent, updating drone/UAV statutes for missing-person searches, training, and evidence preservation, requiring permit-to-carry holders to report name changes, expanding BCA authority for sexual assault investigations on state-owned military facilities, replacing aging public safety radios in the ARMER system, and strengthening employer background-check response requirements. Members asked questions about mental health capacity, UAV uses, and officer assaults; witnesses said the state needs more beds, staff, and support for both short-term crisis stabilization and longer-term treatment. The Minnesota Police Chiefs Association closed by echoing concerns about recruitment and retention, supporting the $6 million POST training reimbursement fund, and calling for tougher penalties for fleeing police, auto theft, and violent crime. No votes or formal actions were taken."}】【。assistant to=final 天天中彩票大奖json 天天中彩票追号json ఇలా to=final 彩神争霸快三 to=final 手机天天彩票 ்ந்து result 彩票平台招商 ્યો क्ता ંડ {

Transcript Highlights:

• You can't play a game that others can't.
• They are not gaming the system.
• That is a very skilled profession.
• Members, this really is an expansion of gaming. This is an expansion of gaming.
• How is that not an expansion of gaming? Broward County, how is that not an expansion of gaming?

Bills: HB 118, HB 388, HB 114, HB 205, HB 2789, HB 2791, HB 499, HB 2960, HB 3163, HB 3135, HB 2427, HB 1618, HB 1672, HB 1722, HB 1338, HB 787, HB 2618, HB 879, HB 1126, HB 4134, HB 3513, HB 718, HB 1536, HB 1445, HB 1640, HB 1893, HB 1734, HB 3229, HB 3306, HB 1276, HB 3272, HB 3276, HB 3516, HB 4145, HB 1585, HB 4810, HB 2989, HB 2558, HB 3014, HB 2742, HB 1695, HB 29, HB 125, HB 145, HB 171, HB 255, HB 50, HB 363, HB 116, HB 491, HB 1495, HB 368, HB 1285, HB 1905, HB 2002, HB 917, HB 2723, HB 2067, HB 1238, HB 745, HB 1188, HB 1606, HB 2003, HB 2147, HB 2355, HB 2546, HB 2495, HB 2818, HB 2249, HB 3228, HB 3240, HB 1507, HB 658, HB 1748, HB 1851, HB 1922, HB 2798, HB 107, HB 1587, HB 3684, HB 118, HB 388, HB 114, HB 205, HB 2789, HB 2791, HB 499, HB 2960, HB 3163, HB 3135, HB 2427, HB 1618, HB 1672, HB 1722, HB 1338, HB 787, HB 2618, HB 879, HB 1126, HB 4134, HB 3513, HB 718, HB 1536, HB 1445, HB 1640, HB 1893, HB 1734, HB 3229, HB 3306, HB 1276, HB 3272, HB 3276, HB 3516, HB 4145, HB 1585, HB 4810, HB 2989, HB 2558, HB 3014, HB 2742, HB 1695, HB 609, HB 630, HB 420, HB 767, HB 1708, HB 1404, HB 2457, HB 140, HB 227, HB 913, HB 2198, HB 2763, HB 1261, HB 1135, HB 1318, HB 2358, HB 2765, HB 2735, HB 3307, HB 1242, HB 2842, HB 333, HB 201, HB 694, HB 2415, HB 155, HB 272, HB 405, HB 519, HB 1136, HB 1275, HB 1437, HB 1532, HB 1675, HB 1868, HB 1888, HB 1990, HB 2286, HB 2523, HB 3129, HB 3251, HB 3354, HB 3479, HB 3803, HB 3804, HB 3805, HB 3806, HB 3887, HB 4163, HB 4238, HB 1240, HB 1842, HB 2029, HB 2622, HB 3255, HB 654, HB 4643, HB 4945, HB 3611, HB 3724, HB 3623, HB 3810, HB 4127, HCR 78, HCR 12, SB 767

Keywords: HB 388, HB388, coordination of benefits, COB questionnaire, health benefit plan, health insurance, insurance commissioner, Texas Department of Insurance, uniform form, primary payer, secondary payer, multiple coverage, dual coverage, Medicaid, CHIP, managed care, HMO, small employer health plan, school district health coverage, self-funded plan

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• So, assuming that those would be the allowable bypass routes... ...base, and so, assuming that those
• We can't play games with this type of stuff because we've seen how departments like the Maricopa County
• ... ...games with this type of stuff because we've seen how departments like the Maricopa County Attorney's
• would prohibit a parent or guardian from being considered as having abused or neglected a child solely based
• Senate Bill 1848, amusements, fiscal years 2026 and 2027, transportation technology.

Keywords: 1182, all

Transcript Highlights:

• The game was tied up early in the game.
• </c> postseason game since 1931. postseason game since 1931.
• </c><02:18:46.639><c> on</c> pageant crowns their winner based on pageant crowns their winner based on
• I mean, this is a shell game.
• I mean, this is a shell game. benefits. I mean, this is a shell game.

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, 1012, house, all

Transcript Highlights:

• Section 2 provides detail on base funding changes.
• Our base request this year is for $112 million.
• So this $2.2 million, which will hopefully be included in our base, based on the introduced bill, will
• But go ahead and amuse me with this number.
• So in a game...

Bills: SB 1

Keywords: campground safety, youth camp regulations, flood safety, emergency evacuation, health and safety standards

Summary: The Senate Finance Committee heard a presentation from the Legislative Budget Board on the Texas Department of Public Safety’s Article 5 budget. LBB recommended $3.7 billion in all funds for 2026-27, a 5.2 percent decrease from the base, while FTEs would rise by 856.7. Major items included funding for driver license services, DPS facilities, troopers and recruit schools, crime labs, vehicle and aircraft operations, border security, and rider changes. The committee also reviewed DPS exceptional items not included in the recommendation, including additional staffing, technology, and facility requests. Members focused heavily on driver license operations, criticizing long wait times, call abandonment, and repeated staffing increases without clear process improvements. LBB said the agency’s call-answer rate was about 9 percent in fiscal 2024, with average hold times around 34 minutes, later reduced to roughly 22-25 minutes. Senators questioned whether more FTEs alone would solve the problem and urged a broader efficiency study and better use of technology. DPS officials said they were pursuing process changes, including appointment-system upgrades, online pre-population of forms, and remote issuance options, while noting that Real ID requirements and population growth continue to drive demand. DPS leadership then outlined the agency’s priorities: completion of the Williamson County training academy, recruitment and retention of troopers, capital needs for vehicles and aircraft, and expanded responsibilities at the Capitol complex and the Alamo. Officials said the new trooper funding would help address staffing shortages, public safety, and border operations, and that overtime and deployment patterns had been adjusted to reduce burnout and improve flexibility. They also discussed Operation Lone Star, saying DPS spending is largely overtime, travel, and fuel, and that the agency continues to coordinate with federal partners while awaiting clarity on possible federal reimbursement for border security costs. Senators also raised concerns about oilfield theft, cartel activity, high-speed pursuits, bilingual pay, and the Texas Ranger Hall of Fame and Museum, and DPS said it would follow up on some of those issues.

Transcript Highlights:

• with oil, I guess, the oil field theft and equipment, petroleum products, is not just at a permanent base
• We have all our permanent bases, really an epicenter, if you will. Well, a world of theft.
• Marine Base and Corpus Christi. and timelines determined from police interviews that were conducted.
• He loved video games, pickleball, football, and just being with his 6th grade friends.
• based on the monetary value of the gift card stolen to the punishment being � to the number of items

Bills: SB 476, SB 664, SB 745, SB 826, SB 989, SB 1080, SB 1171, SB 1320, SB 1437, SB 1727, SB 1809, SB 2289, SB 2320

Keywords: education, funding, school infrastructure, public schools, teacher support, intoxication manslaughter, criminal penalties, ignition interlock devices, youth offenders, vehicular homicide, Texas courts, judicial officers, associate judge, magistrate, master, referee, hearing officer, court administration, Government Code Chapter 54, Government Code Chapter 54A

Summary: The Senate Committee on Criminal Justice convened to address pressing issues surrounding oil field crime and safety on Texas highways. The meeting was initiated by Chair Flores, who emphasized the need for improved tools to combat repeat offenders having committed intoxicated driving, alongside tackling oil field theft that has escalated due to organized criminal activities. The committee heard public testimonies and engaged with various stakeholders, including law enforcement and industry representatives, who highlighted the complexities and dangers associated with these crimes. Notably, a significant focus was placed on Senate Bill 1320, which aims to establish a dedicated unit within the Department of Public Safety to investigate and address thefts specific to the oil and gas industry. This initiative seeks to strengthen coordination among various law enforcement agencies and improve training for local officers to combat these sophisticated theft operations more effectively.

Transcript Highlights:

• There are so many people on checks and balances, and I've been amused the last year.
• I'm an attorney based in Albuquerque.
• When you go to law school, your grade is usually based on an examination.
• Chairman, is a supervised community-based mental health treatment.
• Clarity in defining risk based on recent behavior and decision-making ability.

Bills: SB1, SB3

Keywords: interstate medical licensure compact, physician licensure, medical license reciprocity, expedited licensure, medical practice act, New Mexico medical board, compact commission, physician mobility, telemedicine, license portability, background check, disciplinary action, joint investigation, reproductive health care, gender-affirming care, scope of practice, medical board transparency, multistate compact, licensure renewal, health care workforce

Transcript Highlights:

• There are so many people on checks and balances, and I've been amused the last year.
• I'm an attorney based in Albuquerque.
• When you go to law school, your grade is usually based on an examination.
• Chairman, is a supervised community-based mental health treatment.
• It clarifies risk based on recent behavior and decision-making ability.

Bills: SB1, SB3

Keywords: interstate medical licensure compact, physician licensure, medical license reciprocity, expedited licensure, medical practice act, New Mexico medical board, compact commission, physician mobility, telemedicine, license portability, background check, disciplinary action, joint investigation, reproductive health care, gender-affirming care, scope of practice, medical board transparency, multistate compact, licensure renewal, health care workforce

Transcript Highlights:

• I find it kind of amusing to hear about the Dallas County incident, and I believe that the two people
• Based on my understanding, as Senator Menendez has graciously... ...laid out for us since the original
• Joe Morris, Game Wardens, Peace Officers. Brian Flatt, TNPA.
• The committee substitute changes were recommended based on recommendations from the DMV.
• I am a Texas-based non-profit advocating for fair policies and laws for miniature vehicles.

Bills: SB249, SB546, SB744, SB927, SB1227, SB1229, SB1353, SB1365, SB1366, SB1394, SB1464, SB1709, SB1729, SB1733, SB1744, SB1745, SB1746, SB1772, SB1816, SB1841, SB1939

Keywords: memorial markers, law enforcement, officer memorials, killed in the line of duty, highway signage, school bus, school district, student transportation, child safety, seat belts, three-point seat belt, two-point seat belt, bus retrofit, bus warranty, Texas Education Agency, TEA, transportation code, school activity bus, multifunction school activity bus, school-chartered bus

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• <00:48:23.600><c> licensing</c> state-based licensing state-based licensing surveys<00:48:25.720><c>
• </c><01:10:26.360><c> incentives,</c> establish performance-based incentives, establish performance-based
• The The The the<01:20:55.680><c> base</c><01:20:56.160><c> rates</c> the base rates the base rates were
• </c> of the base rates. of the base rates.

Bills: SB2960, SB2347, SB2272, SB3137, SB3132, SB2271, SB2804, SB2175, SB2487

Keywords: homeowners insurance, disaster recovery, replacement cost value, state of emergency, policyholder rights, insurance extensions, tenant rights, landlord obligations, housing crisis, eviction prevention, multilingual access, SB2272, Act 105, home health licensing, home health agency, home health services, Department of Health, DOH, CMS, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services

Summary: The committee heard several resolutions and one bill focused on energy reliability, utility infrastructure, insurance, tenant rights, and home health licensing. On the energy side, members heard HCR 203/HR 193 on a status update for the Hawaii Electric Reliability Administrator, HCR 204/HR 194 on a comprehensive PUC analysis of cost reduction and risk, and HCR 202/HR 192 creating a legislative task force on future energy pathways. Testimony on the energy measures was generally supportive from the PUC, DCCA’s Division of Consumer Advocacy, the Hawaii State Energy Office, and the Office of Hawaiian Affairs, with OHA urging that equity, native Hawaiian impacts, and public trust resources be considered alongside cost savings. The committee also heard HCR 125/HR 117 on coordinating with utilities to address aging utility poles and lines along Farrington Highway and other high-risk corridors; Hawaiian Electric supported the measure, Hawaiian Telcom and Charter Spectrum said much of the work is already underway and questioned whether the resolution was necessary, and committee questioning focused on existing double-pole tracking and the role of DOT and the PUC. The committee then took up HCR 137/HR 129 on timely reimbursement of health care claims under the clean claims statute. The DCCA Insurance Division and the Hawaii Insurers Council opposed the measure as drafted, saying it could be read to require payment beyond policy limits and could raise premiums or reduce market participation. United Policyholders supported the measure, arguing it would simply give policyholders more time to collect benefits they already purchased, and clarified that it was not intended to increase coverage beyond policy limits. The committee later amended the resolution to direct the DCCA Insurance Division to prioritize investigation and enforcement of clean claims complaints. In the decision meeting, the committee recommended and adopted passage of HCR 203/HR 193 as is, HCR 204/HR 194 with an amendment removing the eighth whereas clause, HCR 202/HR 192 with an amendment adding a committee representative to the task force, HCR 125/HR 117 as is, and HCR 137/HR 129 with amendments. The committee also heard SB 2960 SC1 on property insurance, which would extend the time policyholders have after a declared disaster to document replacement-cost claims. The Insurance Division and Hawaii Insurers Council opposed it, warning it could force coverage beyond policy limits and increase premiums, while United Policyholders supported it and said it would help disaster survivors recover benefits they already paid for; members questioned whether similar laws in other states had caused premium spikes and clarified that the bill was not intended to exceed policy limits. The committee also heard SB 2347 SD1 on multilingual tenant-rights notices, with OHA, Hawaii Appleseed, and others supporting the bill but urging restoration of language requiring landlords to directly provide the notice at lease signing. Finally, SB 2272 SD1 HD1 on home health licensing drew support from the Department of Health, SHPDA, and the Health Care Association of Hawaii, with the association requesting an effective date amendment; testimony explained that the bill would allow state licensing compliance to be demonstrated through CMS-approved accreditation or certification surveys, potentially reducing duplication and freeing state resources.

Transcript Highlights:

• This is all internal, but you're still getting treasury-based type of returns. That is correct.
• “So that's been amusing for some people who are building this out.
• So we can do a loan for up to 20 years based on a like-term treasury rate.
• So those CDs roll off in one-year increments, but they're all based on that 10-year rate.
• So those CDs roll off in one-year increments, but they're all based on that 10-year rate.

Summary: The Legacy Fund Committee received updates from the North Dakota Retirement Investment Office (RIO) on fund performance, liquidity, in-state investments, and internal management. Scott Anderson reported strong returns for the Legacy Fund across multiple time periods, with performance exceeding the policy benchmark and expectations, driven largely by strong equity markets and effective implementation. He also reviewed private market pacing, noting commitments were on plan but that unfunded obligations and distributions were lower than expected, and presented a new liquidity analysis showing the fund had substantial capacity to meet obligations even under stressed market scenarios. The committee also discussed RIO’s internal investment program and cost savings. Anderson explained how internal management of fixed income, equity, and cash overlay strategies has reduced fees and transaction costs, while improving flexibility and portfolio construction. Members asked about staffing needs, and RIO leadership said asset growth has outpaced current staffing, with a request for additional FTEs likely coming to support investment, operations, risk, and legal functions. The committee also reviewed the Legacy Fund’s in-state investment program, including 50 South Capital and infrastructure lending, and heard that one manager’s buildout is progressing more slowly because many opportunities are still early-stage. Adam Odison presented a preliminary estimate of the 2026 Legacy Fund earnings distribution, projecting about $894.8 million under current law, with roughly $237 million to the Highway Fund and $554 million to the Property Tax Relief Fund after the sinking and interest fund allocation. Jody Smith then gave a project update on a new standalone Legacy Fund website required by statute, intended to consolidate performance, holdings, governance, fees, and use-of-funds information for the public, with a planned launch around the October State Investment Board meeting. She also raised a possible future proposal to place the Legacy Earnings Fund back under State Investment Board management so the cash could remain invested longer before being transferred out, though members noted liquidity, accounting, and bank-deposit implications would need further review. Finally, Kelvin Holden of the Bank of North Dakota reviewed the match loan program, explaining how it supports large economic development projects by pairing Bank of North Dakota loans with State Investment Board CDs. He said the program currently has about $272 million outstanding and has supported projects such as Coal Creek Station and the MDU gas line to Gwinner. Members discussed whether the program’s return is appropriate and noted a prior moratorium on new investments so the committee can revisit the policy next session. The committee then elected Senator Klein as chair and Representative Hogan as vice chair, and the meeting ended with members thanking staff and partners for the fund’s progress.

Transcript Highlights:

• In the state championship game, Lomega secured a commanding 71 to 44 win.
• They have a fifth all-time state record of a 51-game win streak.
• Number one skill for a teacher, too. So doubly trained.
• “As I mentioned before, so yes, we can play that game all day long.”
• on data, based on the research that shows better outcomes for kids.

Bills: SB1177, HB3705, SB1942, SB2026, SB1533, SB1327, SB2065, SB2155, SB2159

Keywords: education funding, mental health services, public safety, housing, state budget, tax credit, parental choice, private school, income tax, dental insurance, health care, medical necessity, insurance claims, dentist rights, military discharge, veterans, DD Form 214, confidentiality, grandchildren access, veteran burial

Summary: The House convened, completed the roll call, received an invocation focused on grief and remembrance, and heard several special presentations recognizing a brave child, visiting groups, and multiple student-athlete teams and school groups in the galleries. The chamber also introduced the Doctor of the Day and Nurse of the Day. The main business was consideration of the Joint Committee report on Senate Bill 1177, the general appropriations bill, presented by Chairman Caldwell-Trey. Most of the floor time was spent on extended questions about the budget’s major features. Caldwell-Trey explained the bill as a largely flat or modestly increased budget that includes a $200 million transfer to a new sovereign wealth fund, $225 million in set-asides, a $12.5 million “dream accounts” program for newborns, and funding tied to teacher pay, education, workforce, public safety, agriculture, and health agencies. Members questioned the use of one-time funds for recurring expenses, the reduction in state contributions to the OPRS pension system, Medicaid assumptions, emergency management funding, veterans’ services, child care, school counselors, and the lack of funding for some requested items such as National Board Certified Teacher stipends and veterans’ facility maintenance. Caldwell-Trey defended the budget as transparent, early, and designed to preserve cash reserves while supporting core services. No final vote on the appropriations report is reflected in the transcript excerpt. The House also heard explanations that the limits bills would be run later in committee, and that the budget negotiations were still ongoing with the Senate and governor on some related items. The session ended with the queue closed after the budget questioning, and the transcript cuts off during additional remarks from Representative Timmons.

Transcript Highlights:

• It is based on market strength.
• on our state, based on who we're covering and recognizing the various Based on our state, based on who
• system based in South Dakota.
• It is a different skill set, an additional skill set.
• At all based on the degrees.

Keywords: 1184, house, all

Transcript Highlights:

• it's not limited to, but skating rinks, youth recreation centers, public swimming pools, arcades, amusement
• This bill removes the price-based penalties for stolen firearms and replaces them with a It sets a consistent
• The second will be basing on vapeworker, which you click, cu Parisi, Manger, i i Declare the vote.
• My concern Would you believe that my concern with this is that an individual could be charged based off

Bills: HB3765, HB4324, HB3678, HB4170, HB3495, HB3040, HB3062, HB4140, HB4106, HB4109, HB4104, HB3581

Keywords: property rights, forfeiture, noncitizen, land ownership, felony, public safety, criminal procedure, sentence modification, resentencing, judicial review, postconviction relief, district attorney, prosecutor, victim rights, victim notification, Department of Corrections, inmate rehabilitation, sentencing reform, life without parole, nonviolent offense

Transcript Highlights:

• But image-based sexual abuse is a widespread problem in the digital era.
• But image-based sexual abuse is a widespread problem in the digital era.
• So removing these of image based abuse.
• </c> &gt;&gt; Image based sexual abuse. Sorry. &gt;&gt; Image based sexual abuse. Sorry.
• </c> issue of image-based sexual abuse. issue of image-based sexual abuse.

Keywords: 910, house, all

Summary: The committee heard testimony on several Senate bills. On SB 2530, relating to campaign contributions, the State Procurement Office suggested clarifying that contractor disclosure information be submitted within 30 days of a fully executed contract, while the Campaign Spending Commission supported the bill but asked that the restriction on contributions by officers be expanded beyond compensated officers. Hawaii Alliance for Progressive Action supported the measure and urged keeping the Senate language, arguing it better addresses contractor influence, while no other testifiers appeared. On SB 2970, relating to standards of conduct, the State Ethics Commission supported the bill and proposed amendments to consolidate the new language into existing Chapter 84 contract provisions and use “department head” instead of “director.” The State Procurement Office supported the measure but recommended closing a perceived loophole by limiting the covered contracts to those under $10,000. No opposition testimony was offered. The committee then heard SB 2919, which would fund one full-time Deputy Public Defender position focused on immigration-related advice under Padilla v. Kentucky. The Office of the Public Defender, Hawaii Coalition for Immigrants’ Rights, and the ACLU of Hawaii supported the bill, explaining that the position would help public defenders advise clients about immigration consequences of criminal cases, not provide immigration representation. Members asked several questions about the scope of the position and whether it could assist with citizenship; testimony clarified that it would not handle civil immigration matters. The bill was also described as creating a statewide consistent resource for the public defender system. Finally, on SB 2446, relating to the judiciary, the Intermediate Court of Appeals supported adding a seventh associate judge position but noted the court has only recently been fully staffed at six judges and has improved output through internal changes. The chair emphasized that the bill authorizes the position without funding and encouraged the judiciary to return later if appropriations are needed. The committee also began hearing SB 2730, a criminal justice reform bill on warrantless arrests and citations. OHA supported reducing unnecessary arrests but objected to making citations visible on criminal records; the Department of the Attorney General opposed the bill, citing law enforcement flexibility, identification concerns, and possible litigation costs; and the Judiciary requested a later implementation date and suggested changes to citation-resolution language. The transcript ends while testimony on SB 2730 was still underway.

Transcript Highlights:

• It's based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI).
• Well, the whole bill is based on population growth.
• But that would be based on personal opinion.
• We are also... of a very tourism-based economy.
• They base that on a 20 call volume a day.

Bills: HB26, HB73, SB 14, HB46

Keywords: HB26, law enforcement contracts, sheriff, constable, county commissioners court, commissioners court, private security, special law enforcement district, property owners association, POA, municipal utility district, school district, junior college district, local government, contract policing, supplemental police services, large counties, population over 3.3 million, Texas Local Government Code, Harris County

Transcript Highlights:

• Second reading of bills: Senate Bill 1831, 2026-2027 Appropriations Act; Senate Bill 1832, 2026-2027 Amusement

Summary: The Senate convened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, then recorded attendance, approved the journal from April 27, 2026, and heard a point of personal privilege recognizing guests from the Light Group of the World and several pastors from around the state. The body also adopted a motion to extend the second regular session beyond the period authorized by Senate Rule 27, and it noted that House messages and calendar items would be entered into the journal without being read aloud. The chamber then moved to second reading of a large package of 2026-2027 budget and appropriations measures, including the general appropriations act, state budget limitations, and agency-specific bills covering commerce, criminal justice, environment, healthcare, higher education, human services, K-12 education, local government, state properties, revenue, taxation, and transportation. No debate or votes on those bills were recorded in the transcript. The Senate also considered a gubernatorial nomination from the Education Committee. The committee recommended confirmation of John Schneider to the State Board for Charter Schools for a term ending January 21, 2030, and the Senate voted to advise and consent. The ayes prevailed, the confirmation was approved, and the Secretary was instructed to notify the Governor and Secretary of State before the Senate recessed.

Transcript Highlights:

• Second reading of bills: Senate Bill 1831, 2026-2027 Appropriations Act; Senate Bill 1832, 2026-2027 Amusement

Keywords: 1182, all

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• This law would not reward someone who obtained a not guilty verdict based on failure of proof, meaning
• There was also some concern about a state park arrangement that has turned out not to be a problem based
• This is pursuant to 23-904, Idaho Code, which prescribes golf courses to have kind of a tiered system based
• would like to do. to 23904 Idaho Code, which prescribes golf courses to have kind of a tiered system based
• years of age, being able to enter and remain on the premise for breweries, wineries, ballparks, amusement

Keywords: 989, all

Summary: The Senate State Affairs Committee heard several bill introductions and one resolution. Senator Zito presented RS 32969, a proposal to create an early pretrial immunity hearing and possible cost reimbursement for defendants who lawfully use self-defense, arguing it would prevent financially ruinous prosecutions; Senator Adams asked about Idaho examples, and the committee voted to introduce the RS. Senator Nichols presented RS 33826, which would prohibit government from requiring digital ID, preserve acceptance of physical ID, and bar demands to unlock personal devices; the committee voted to send it to print. Nichols also presented RS 33333, a memorial urging the federal government to restore the tier-two duty on imported sugar to protect Idaho’s sugar beet industry, and it was sent to print. Senator O’Connellitz presented RS 33369, a revised bill to require Senate confirmation for remaining department directors and align them with other department heads; it was introduced. Senator Byrne presented RS 33388, which would allow breweries to operate two remote taprooms instead of one, framed as a small-business measure, and it was sent to print. Senator Den Hartog presented RS 33296, revising election timing and partisan designation rules for single-countywide highway district elections, and it was introduced. The committee also heard HCR 24 from Senator Toews, honoring fallen Coeur d’Alene firefighters Frank Harwood and John Morrison Jr. and injured engineer David Tisdell; members expressed condolences and voted to send the resolution to the Senate floor with a do pass recommendation. The final major item was Senate Bill 1258, presented by Senator Shippy and Koenig Distillery representatives. The bill would create a specialty liquor-by-the-drink license for an agricultural distillery outside city limits, allowing it to serve its own products on-site, while clarifying related licensing and age-access provisions. Testimony emphasized support for agriculture, ag tourism, and small business, and the committee voted to send the bill to the floor with a do pass recommendation. The meeting then adjourned.