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• Organizations follow safety protocols, but it turns out that their safety changes aren't durable.
• And the culture of safety goes right down the drain when you're telling everybody in the Floor to be
• We want healing and safety.
• And patient safety never learned anything from these cases.
• Quality Improvement Act, which established patient safety organizations, allowing us to.

Committee: House Legislative Health & Human Services Committee

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• California, causing devastating financial and public safety impacts and issues to our areas.
• Kirstina Menor, rigorous oversight and safety standards. With me today are Dr.
• The physician leadership and direction are both essential in ensuring patient safety.
• The physician leadership and direction are both essential in ensuring patient safety.
• for patient safety.

Summary: The committee heard a long agenda of bills, with most measures drawing support from industry, professional, local government, and advocacy witnesses, and several receiving committee amendments before moving forward. AB 8 on hemp and cannabis drew the most extensive debate: supporters said it would close loopholes around intoxicating hemp products, strengthen enforcement, and bring THC products into the regulated cannabis supply chain; opponents, including small cannabis farmers and environmental groups, warned it could undermine Proposition 64’s closed-loop system, harm California cultivators, and reduce tax revenues for youth, environmental, and law enforcement programs. The author said the bill was intended to protect consumers and children and to work further with stakeholders. AB 476 on copper theft was presented as a public safety and infrastructure bill to tighten reporting, documentation, and penalties for scrap metal theft; supporters from cities, utilities, broadband, and recycling-related groups described major losses and outages from copper theft, and the remaining opposition moved to neutral after amendments, with the bill advancing with committee support. The committee also heard AB 985, which would allow nationally certified anesthesiologist assistants to practice under direct supervision of licensed anesthesiologists to address anesthesia workforce shortages. Supporters, including the California Society of Anesthesiologists, medical groups, students, and patients, said it would expand access and bring California in line with other states; nurse anesthesiology groups expressed concerns and sought further clarification, but there was no formal opposition at the hearing. AB 506, aimed at online pet sales, would void contracts that fail to disclose an animal’s origin or veterinary records or that require non-refundable deposits; animal welfare groups said it would curb puppy mill pipelines and deceptive online sales, and there was no opposition. AB 876, on certified registered nurse anesthetists, generated the sharpest health care policy dispute: supporters said it would codify existing practice and clarify CRNA duties, while physicians and medical associations argued it would expand scope too far and reduce patient safety. After a roll call, AB 876 passed the committee 9-0, as amended, to Appropriations. Other bills advanced with broad support after amendments. AB 432, the Menopause Equity Act, would require continuing medical education on menopause-related care for certain physicians; the author and medical experts said the bill addresses widespread gaps in menopause treatment and research, while CMA and ACOG opposed the mandate as an inappropriate CME requirement, though they agreed the underlying problem is real. The bill passed on call, as amended, to Health. AB 759 would allow eligible architectural candidates to use the title “architect in training” to encourage completion of licensure and improve diversity in the profession; it passed unanimously, as amended, to Appropriations. AB 967 would create an optional expedited licensure fee for out-of-state physicians to reduce delays in bringing doctors into California’s workforce; supporters said it would help address shortages and improve patient access, and the bill was presented with support from medical stakeholders.

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• Of course, we don't hesitate to transport if safety requires it, but many transports could be avoided
• No defined process for how to respond to safety issues, no guidance on when to coordinate with licensing
• standardize its monitoring practices and document the contract monitor's role to strengthen child safety
• protection investigation, including a safety assessment to determine whether abuse occurred.
• And I think we feel that that is a comprehensive way to address the safety of the child.

Committee: Senate Health and Welfare

Keywords: 989, all

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• Exemption of these records protects staff safety, ensures juvenile protection, and mitigates escape and
• So having that handle connection was, again... ...another safety that it was believed would make this
• And we felt that this would incorporate that safety in the bill.
• If people want to change the... ...safety in the bill.
• He is clarifying safety for purposes of operating a boat that already exists in state law.

Summary: The House convened with 67 members present, approved the February 11, 2026 journal, and received several communications, including a temporary substitute appointment for Legislative District 19 and a Transportation and Defense Committee recommendation to approve most Idaho Transportation Department rules while rejecting one license-plate provision rule. The chamber also received notice that Governor Little signed House Bill 559 and committee reports on multiple bills and resolutions, including printing and referral actions for new legislation. During third reading, House Bill 540 passed 69-0, expanding juvenile corrections records protections to match those of the Department of Corrections. House Bill 541 also passed 69-0, broadening child enticement law to include 16- and 17-year-olds when the offender is at least five years older, with supporters citing online grooming and sextortion concerns. Senate Bill 1222 passed 69-1, clarifying that prior water-related law applies prospectively and defining subdivisions as five or more lots, and Senate Joint Memorial 108 passed by voice vote urging federal agencies to stop discouraging graziers from seeking wolf and grizzly depredation compensation. House Bill 569, a bill to expand water skiing rules and safety requirements for certain early-morning open-water skiing, failed 31-38 after extended debate over its scope and safety provisions. The House also advanced or held several other measures, including House Joint Memorial 12 and Senate Bill 1225, and announced upcoming committee meetings. The session ended with a motion to adjourn, which passed, and the House adjourned until 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, February 12, 2026.

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• We are convening as the Environmental Safety and Toxic Materials Committee.
• Okay, we're going to move back to File Item 1, Assemblymember Pappin, AB 60, Dealing with Cosmetic Safety
• Safety, come on up. Good afternoon, Chair and members.
• is leading multi-year, multi-million dollar efforts to complete the FDA-requested studies on the safety
• So I don't know that we'll God knows when it is actual decision around the safety of these would come

Committee: House Environmental Safety and Toxic Materials

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• This session is imperative that we look to reform based on equity, public health, and safety and stability
• to ensure that... ...look to reform based on equity, public health, and safety and stability to ensure
• Continued protection of health and safety is also a factor.
• And then finally... ...focus on what truly matters, and that is the safety of the final product.
• My assumption was that the CCC was regulating these products for public safety.

Committee: Joint Joint Committee on Cannabis Policy

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The Joint Committee on Cannabis Policy held a hearing on a broad set of cannabis and hemp bills, with the chairs opening by emphasizing unfinished work on equity, public health, safety, and market stability. The committee heard testimony on House Bill 146, which would create more efficient cannabis testing standards by increasing batch sizes, reducing or eliminating some environmental testing, standardizing lab reporting, and requiring annual scientific review and public data reporting. Industry witnesses, including a representative of the Massachusetts Cannabis Coalition, cultivators, and a testing lab owner, said current testing rules are overly burdensome, costly, and inconsistent, and argued the bill would lower compliance costs while preserving consumer safety. A testing lab witness also said some operators switch labs to obtain higher THC results or pass contaminated batches, and urged greater transparency and better sampling protocols. A major portion of the hearing focused on intoxicating hemp and related bills that would bring hemp-derived intoxicating products under a stronger regulatory framework. Legislators and industry witnesses described products sold in gas stations, smoke shops, and convenience stores as often untested, not age-gated, and sometimes mislabeled or far above the federal hemp THC threshold. Testimony from attorneys and cannabis business leaders said states can regulate these products more strictly under the Farm Bill’s non-preemption language, and pointed to New Jersey and other states as possible models. Some witnesses and committee members stressed that any new rules should avoid harming non-intoxicating CBD businesses or lawful hemp farmers, while others argued that the products are effectively cannabis and should be regulated like cannabis for licensing, testing, age limits, and taxation. The committee also heard extensive public-health testimony in support of bills S. 95, S. 96, S. 97 and their House counterparts H. 191, H. 192, and H. 193. Parents, advocates, and public health professionals urged stronger warning labels, THC potency caps, and improved data collection on cannabis-related harms, citing cannabis-induced psychosis, addiction, anxiety, and youth exposure to high-potency products. Several witnesses said Massachusetts has not done enough to track health outcomes or warn consumers, and referenced other jurisdictions such as Connecticut, Vermont, Colorado, Canada, and Quebec as examples of stronger limits or warnings. No votes or formal actions were taken during the hearing; the committee primarily received testimony and questions.

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• Team unity is so important in strengthening the safety of our community.
• Law enforcement is there to ensure that patient's safety.
• The law enforcement is there to ensure that patient's safety and the nurse's safety, because there have
• building safety and promoting healing day in and day out.
• It's safety.

Keywords: 965, house, all

Summary: The first meeting of the Human Trafficking and Emergency Department Task Force focused on implementing Act 267 of 2025, which created the body to develop a statewide human trafficking protocol to be incorporated into regional sexual assault response plans. Chair Rep. Kelly Hennessy Dickerson and Office of Human Trafficking Prevention Director Mary Kate Andrepont outlined the task force’s goal of producing a practical, transferable protocol for hospitals and emergency departments across Louisiana, with help from Heal Trafficking. Members and presenters repeatedly emphasized that the protocol should be trauma-informed, survivor-centered, multidisciplinary, and adaptable to different regions and health systems. Hospital, SANE, and advocacy presenters described current practices and gaps. Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport’s Operation Rahab and FMOLHS’s policies highlighted staff education, badge buddies, private screening, reporting pathways, and coordination with the National Human Trafficking Hotline, law enforcement, DCFS, and local advocates. SANE nurses and forensic staff stressed that most trafficking victims pass through emergency departments and that subtle behavioral indicators, rapport-building, and broad staff education are critical. LaFASA described statewide sexual assault advocacy services, emphasizing 24-hour crisis response, legal support, and the role of advocates in helping survivors understand options and regain control. Child and youth trafficking specialists from DCFS-contracted programs, including Unbound Now and BCFS/Common Thread, explained Louisiana’s Act 662 response for minors, which routes reports into coordinated advocacy and care coordination. They said their teams respond statewide within 90 minutes, provide crisis support, and work with CACs, hospitals, and law enforcement. Members raised concerns about major service gaps, especially for adults, transportation, safe housing, and specialized placements for survivors with disabilities. Presenters also noted that male survivor housing remains limited, though Eden Centers now offers some beds. The task force also reviewed a needs assessment showing many hospitals lack mandatory trafficking training, screening practices, written protocols, and confidence in identifying victims. Members discussed expanding education beyond ED staff to residents, nursing schools, student health, mental health, housekeeping, maintenance, and law enforcement. No formal votes were taken, but the chair said the survey results and testimony would be used to draft a protocol before the next meeting, with a final draft to follow after further review and feedback.

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• The State Patrol and House security staff are present to ensure everyone's safety.
• And to me, the licensure part of that is About establishing public trust and public safety.
• I don't see any immediate public safety concerns.
• I don't see any immediate public safety concerns.
• Thank you. thoughtful, compassionate model that prioritizes safety patients, safety and dignity.

Bills: HF3454 , HF3917 , HF2906 , HF3832 , HF3769

Committee: House Health Finance and Policy

Keywords: social work, licensure, employment titles, health occupations, professional standards, medication repository, drug donation, healthcare, Minnesota Statutes, pharmacy, public health, controlled substances, psilocybin, psilocin, psychedelic, psychedelic medicine, hallucinogen, mushrooms, magic mushrooms, therapeutic use

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• Welcome, everyone, to the House Community Safety Committee. Today is Monday, January 26th, 20206.
• This is a public health problem, in my opinion, and this is also a public safety problem.
• They get out in debt, and that does not promote public safety.
• This bill is about something very basic: communication, transparency, and public safety.
• That's not how a public safety system should function.

Summary: The committee heard public hearings on several bills, with testimony limited because of the large number of sign-ups. House Bill 2146 would expand the crime of sexual exploitation of a minor to include causing a minor to view sexually explicit conduct that is being photographed or shown in a live performance. The prime sponsor, Olympia police, and Pierce County prosecutors described cases involving adults masturbating in front of children and argued the current law leaves a gap by treating such conduct as only misdemeanor indecent exposure or communication with a minor. Committee members asked about comparisons to other states, forensic interviews, and whether related offenses could be enhanced. House Bill 2349 would expand notice requirements for sexually violent predator releases, conditional releases, address changes, discharges, and escapes to include local elected officials such as sheriffs, county executives, city officials, and legislators. The sponsor said the bill would codify a practice already occurring in some cases and help officials respond to community concerns with accurate information. DSHS supported increased communication but requested technical amendments. Several city officials testified in support, saying they had not always been notified in advance of placements in their communities. Defense advocates opposed the bill, warning that broader notification could fuel public pressure, vigilante responses, and constitutional problems for the civil commitment system. The hearing on the bill was left open for amendments. House Bill 2532 would make it a gross misdemeanor to sell or distribute nitrous oxide canisters or similar containers, with exemptions for medical, dental, food, industrial, and automotive uses. The sponsor and supporters described rising misuse among youth and young adults, public health harms, and incidents involving impaired driving and overdose deaths. Tribal representatives, the Attorney General’s Office, the Washington Poison Center, and public health officials supported the bill, while veterinary representatives asked for clarification or an amendment to preserve veterinary use. The committee also heard testimony on House Bills 2430 and 2457, which both concern the crime victim penalty assessment. Representative Barno’s bill would restore the assessment for certain offenses involving victims, while Representative Davis’s bill would increase the assessment and add a surcharge for defendants with substantial financial resources. Victim advocates, prosecutors, and sheriffs supported the bills as needed to restore funding for victim services, while defense groups opposed them as burdensome fees on indigent defendants. The chair directed the two sponsors to work together on a single proposal, and the hearings were held open.

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• I personally heard from constituents who were concerned about the public safety implications of changes
• So those are questions that the CPUC will have to explore and look into into what are the safety nets
• We've already discussed it, which is public safety. It's a very good and important point.
• They're keenly aware old networks are incompatible with modern public safety communication systems.
• It's not advancing public safety. It's not advancing addressing the digital divide.

Committee: House Communications and Conveyance

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• Her expertise was food safety and that type of thing.
• She was not a safety consultant. She was not a safety expert. She was not a risk assessment person.
• The safety plan is sent to the youth safety coordinator within their department, if I'm getting the title
• Could the girls at that point have walked to safety? Yes.
• Well, it just depends on what the walk to safety is.

Keywords: 1185, senate, all

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• We recognize that these reforms cannot come at the expense of safety. Thank you.
• firefighter safety.
• They're just talking about the safety issues.
• it makes it a safety concern.
• it makes it a safety concern.

Committee: House Housing and Community Development

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• </c><00:05:25.280><c> and</c> talk first briefly about safety and talk first briefly about safety and
• As safety and security request today.
• </c><00:13:08.240><c> and</c> which is why our judicial safety and which is why our judicial safety and
• </c><00:21:16.880><c> and</c> the judicial branch's safety and the judicial branch's safety and security
• Um 611A safety about that.

Bills: HF3874 , HF3875 , HF3378

Committee: House Judiciary Finance and Civil Law

Keywords: judicial funding, Chief Justice security, fiscal year 2028, court system, judicial branch, judiciary, court notices, restitution, child protection, publication process, human services, Optum reports, data privacy, transparency, legislative oversight, 1183, house

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• equipment would substantially increase their child's safety and provide parents a much-needed sense
• One of the main characteristics is that these children and individuals do not have safety skills.
• They don't have safety skills.
• </c><01:15:30.360><c> that</c><01:15:30.800><c> those</c> provide the safety that those provide the safety
• </c><01:23:59.400><c> swim</c> local provider of water safety swim local provider of water safety swim

Bills: HF2296 , HF1566 , HF1854 , HF1385 , HF1142

Committee: House Housing Finance and Policy

Keywords: landlord-tenant, victim confidentiality, domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, tenant privacy, housing law, eviction, unpaid rent, damages, release of information, shared database, protective order, victim of violence, Minnesota Statutes 504B.206, housing finance, civil law, autism, rental properties, reasonable accommodation

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• </c><01:12:42.199><c> net</c> zones however it's it is a safety net zones however it's it is a safety
• You can only do health and safety.
• You can only do health and safety.
• </c> is more than just health and safety is more than just health and safety General<01:35:06.520><c>
• This is not a fire safety bill.

Committee: House Housing

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• This change maintains the safety requirement for background screening of visitors in these homes, but
• This change maintains the safety requirement for background screening of visitors in these homes, but
• This change maintains the safety requirement for background screening of visitors in these homes, but
• Finally, the materials must address additional safety hazards in the home setting and evidence-based
• It is an investment in safety, prevention, and the future of kids like me.

Summary: The Appropriations Committee on Health and Human Services heard public comment on several health and human services funding concerns before moving through a series of bills. Testimony at the start focused on the AIDS Drug Assistance Program, with a client warning that proposed changes to eligibility and drug access could disrupt care for thousands of people living with HIV/AIDS, and urging the Legislature to intervene. Another speaker asked for support for the iBudget waiver, saying provider costs have risen and requesting about a 7% increase for direct support professionals to help stabilize the developmental disabilities workforce. The committee then unanimously reported favorably several bills. SB 428 expanded Florida’s swim lesson voucher program from children ages 0-4 to ages 1-7, based on drowning-prevention recommendations. SB 68 required hospitals with emergency departments to adopt pediatric emergency care policies, training, equipment standards, and readiness assessments; an amendment aligned reporting dates with the House version. SB 1718 changed the definition of when an adult visitor in an out-of-home placement becomes a non-visitor, reducing repeated background checks, made the Step Into Success pilot permanent, adjusted foster youth stipends, and created a best-practices program within the Florida Institute for Child Welfare. The committee also approved SB 606, which adds drowning-prevention and safe-bathing education to postpartum materials provided to new parents and requires hospitals and birthing centers to document compliance; members highlighted bathtub drownings as a key concern. SB 96 expanded eligibility for the Veterans Dental Care Grant Program to veterans up to 400% of the federal poverty level, while an amendment removed the bill’s specific appropriation so funding can be handled in the budget process. SB 340 required nursing students to complete a two-hour human trafficking course before taking the NCLEX. SB 1480 created a grandfathering process for certain health care providers in federally designated areas of critical need if an area is de-designated, to avoid disrupting patient-provider relationships. All bills were reported favorably, and the committee adjourned at the end of the agenda.

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• Monago was deployed to Italy where he was assigned to bring injured soldiers back to safety from the
• Monago was deployed to Italy where he was assigned to bring injured soldiers back to safety from the
• Monago was deployed to Italy where he was assigned to bring injured soldiers back to safety from the
• Monago was deployed to Italy where he was assigned to bring injured soldiers back to safety from the
• Uh, Jasmine Pontillus Dave, Hawaiian Affairs and Public Safety and Military Affairs.

Keywords: 912, senate, all

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• This bill also protects the Department of Food Safety Inspectors.
• of the campus community receive threats to their physical safety.
• Senate Bill 488 is the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles agency package.
• Public safety must always come first.
• With at least one water or pool safety feature.

Keywords: 998, house, all

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• they want to make sure that everything is legal and they have the regulations and everything and the safety
• then tell me more about your bill. >> That's Senate File 4010, and it kind of talks about public safety
• in relation to talks about public safety in relation to autonomous<00:03:56.799><c> vehicles.
• So, and the safety, they're out of the right way.
• </c> safety, they're out of the rightway. safety, they're out of the rightway.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• Our goal is to eliminate injuries through improvements in workplace safety and preventative strategies
• Interest arbitration is a statutory right granted to work groups that provide critical public safety
• Police officers, firefighters, and emergency dispatchers who serve on the front lines of public safety
• This is a matter of equity, parity, and operational safety within Washington's correction systems.
• This is a matter of equity, parity, and operational safety within Washington's correction systems.

Bills: SB5944

Committee: House Labor & Workplace Standards

Keywords: language access, collective bargaining, labor relations, employment rights, worker protections, 904, all