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• regulatory leviathan with nearly half a million rules, regulations administered by some 230 boards, commissions
• Rulemaking is strictly governed by the Administrative Procedures Act to ensure that policies are expertly
• The Administrative Procedures Act ensures that policies are expertly researched by qualified professionals
• , and the power of the California Energy Commission to make decisions and circumvent the Legislature
• We have destroyed our ability... ...utilities commission, the power of the California Energy Commission

Summary: The Senate Government Organization Committee met without a quorum at first, then later established one and took up a series of bills, many focused on regulatory oversight, state symbols, food insecurity, immigration enforcement, and ethnic media funding. SB 885 by Senator Strickland proposed requiring legislative approval for major regulations with an estimated economic impact over $50 million; supporters argued it would restore accountability and help address affordability, while labor and environmental opponents warned it would delay important health and safety rules. After discussion of committee amendments and concerns about timing, the bill was moved out on a due-pass motion, with the roll held open for absent members. The committee also heard SB 986, a similar regulatory oversight bill by Senator Saryato, which accepted committee amendments and advanced after supporters emphasized separation of powers and opponents raised delay concerns. SB 1025 by Senator Hurtado created an Office of Food Security and Affordability to coordinate food programs across departments; members generally supported the goal but urged stronger reporting and oversight guardrails, and the bill was moved forward with the roll held open. The committee then heard several symbolic designation bills. SB 1214 by Senator Ochoa Bogh would designate the Western monarch as California’s state butterfly; supporters highlighted the species’ ecological importance and conservation value, and the bill advanced as amended. SB 1178 by Senator Reyes would designate the California yellow jacket as the state wasp; testimony emphasized its role in pest control and agriculture, and it also moved forward as amended. SB 1286 by Senator Richardson would designate the California sea lion as the official state pinniped; the author and Marine Mammal Care Center described sea lions as a conservation success story and a sentinel species, and the bill passed out of committee as amended. The committee also considered SB 1171 by Senator Caballero, which would make private entities that contract with ICE ineligible for state-funded loans or grants. Supporters framed it as a response to harmful ICE enforcement practices, while opponents warned it could sweep in providers of essential services such as food, medical care, and legal research for detainees and could invite retaliation against California funding. The bill was approved on a 7-3 vote, with the roll held open. Finally, SB 1358 by Senator Rubio, the Ethnic and Community Media Equity Act, would create a database and contracting framework to direct more state advertising and outreach funds to ethnic and community media; supporters said it would improve reach, trust, and effectiveness in underserved communities, and the bill advanced on a strong vote with the roll held open. The committee also took up the consent calendar after quorum was established, and several items were held open for absent members.

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• And I served on the Bernalillo County Commission, so mostly it's local experience.
• She's the Technical Secretary for the commission that Senator Juan Carlos Loera presides over in the
• Senate, which is the Northern Border Affairs Commission.
• The process is one, right, but states have different procedures and processes.
• The Nuclear Regulatory Commission has an eight-year cycle process.

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• I'm also going to have our mayor here in the commission on Lake Park, where we're with the Town of Lake
• I have to agree that I don't think a council or commission itself, standing as a body, actually has a
• First Amendment right as a commission.
• I don't think we collectively, as... ...has a First Amendment right as a commission.
• Chairman, this bill, SB 1078, addresses technical and procedural gaps identified in, actually, this has

Summary: The committee took up several claims bills first and reported both favorably without debate. SB 20, relating to relief of J.N., a minor, would pay the remaining $400,000 of a $600,000 settlement after an 11-year-old was injured on a Hillsborough County sidewalk with a known defect; SB 14, relating to the estate of Pineal Januier, would authorize payment of the remaining $1.7 million of a $2 million settlement after a drowning at a Miami Beach youth center pool. Both bills were supported by the sponsors and the Senate Special Master’s favorable recommendations, and both passed on roll call votes. The committee then considered SJR 1510 and its implementing bill, SB 1512, both by Senator Avila, which would create a new property tax benefit for owners who lease a non-homestead residential property for more than six months in order to encourage more affordable rental housing. Local governments, the Florida League of Cities, and the Florida Association of Counties opposed the proposal, warning of major revenue losses, impacts on public safety and services, and uncertainty for local budgets; several senators also questioned whether landlords would pass savings on to renters and whether the measure would worsen density and parking issues. Despite the opposition, both measures were reported favorably after the sponsor said the bills would be refined and revised. SB 674, by Senator Wright, was reported favorably with support from property appraisers who said it would let them budget and pay hiring or retention bonuses, similar to authority already given to tax collectors, to help compete for specialized staff. CS for CS SB 268, by Senator Jones, also passed after an amendment adding congressional members; the bill would create a public-records exemption for certain home-address information for elected officials, and debate centered on balancing transparency with safety after members described death threats and harassment. The committee then approved SB 100, by Senator Fine, which would bar government buildings from displaying flags representing political viewpoints and allow active or retired military or National Guard members to use reasonable force to stop desecration of the U.S. flag; the bill drew extensive opposition from transparency, civil rights, and LGBTQ advocates who argued it was vague, unconstitutional, and aimed at pride flags, while supporters said government should not endorse political messages. Finally, CS for SB 1664, by Senator Trumbull, was reported favorably after a strike-all amendment. The bill would require voter reapproval every eight years for certain local discretionary taxes, including tourist development taxes and some local option taxes, unless pledged to revenue bonds. Cities, counties, tourism groups, and the lodging industry opposed it, saying the measure would create uncertainty, threaten tourism marketing and beach restoration funding, and make long-term infrastructure and debt planning difficult. Senator Trumbull argued the proposal simply gives voters a recurring chance to decide whether they still support the taxes and the projects they fund.

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• OK, so if um I, I applaud your efforts to protect our Texas um uh licensing procedure and it sounds like
• The chair calls um our first panel with Health and Human Services Commission, Cecily Young, Emily Zalovsky
• My name is Cecily Young, executive commissioner of the Texas Health and Human Services Commission, and
• The chair calls our second panel with Health and Human Services Commission Office of the Inspector General
• We have commissioned peace officers who work in our state-supported living centers and state hospitals

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• Okay, so if I applaud your efforts to protect our Texas licensing procedure, and it sounds like we've
• The chair calls our first panel with the health and human services commission.
• I am Executive Commissioner of the Texas Health and Human Services Commission, and I want to thank you
• We have commissioned peace officers who work in our state-supported living centers and state hospitals
• There's the Code of Criminal Procedure, which the attorney. general, through the Medicaid Fraud Control

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• have one item of administrative business, and Michelle Urick from the Legislative Coordinating Commission
• I’m the executive director of the Legislative Coordinating Commission, and I’m here to provide a bit
• charter is that we’re suggesting that the name be changed and modified to identify it as operating procedures
• Um, was procedures for the task force.
• ><00:09:07.760><c> we'll</c> proposed operating procedures as we'll proposed operating procedures as

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• , to provide for the investigation of insurance fraud matters, to provide for the powers of the commission
• would allow that unlicensed persons would go through the same process under the Administrative Procedures
• would allow that unlicensed persons would go through the same process under the Administrative Procedures
• vehicles registered in jurisdictions outside of the state, to provide for enforcement and impoundment procedures
• vehicles registered in jurisdictions outside of the state, to provide for enforcement and impoundment procedures

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• We could mention the need for our doctors to do defensive medical procedures.
• Majority that in January, we won't only pass the Dr. in a version that will be accepted by the Compact Commission
• insurance is important because Medicaid and Medicare normally pay less than the cost of whatever the procedure
• What we're talking about is healthcare for no one, essentially, because if you can't pay for the procedure
• But the shortfalls for Medicaid and Medicare when you actually pay for a procedure.

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• Currently, our laws and governance procedures give outsized power to those objecting to change, ...on
• Currently, our laws and governance procedures give outsized power to those objecting to change, creating
• Chris Lee with Politico Group here on behalf of the Nevada County Transportation Commission.
• NRDC analysis, as well as Manetta Transportation Institute analysis commissioned by CalSTA, validates
• NRDC analysis, as well as Manetta Transportation Institute analysis commissioned by CalSTA, validates

Summary: The committee heard several transportation and public safety bills, largely focused on traffic violence, e-bike regulation, and DUI enforcement. AB 1588 on sideshows and street takeovers drew support from the author, San Francisco officials, law enforcement, and the League of California Cities, who said the bill would close loopholes, add motorcycles and dirt bikes to the sideshow framework, and align penalties with speed contests. ACLU California Action opposed it, but members generally supported the bill, noting the need for stronger tools against dangerous takeovers. The committee also heard AB 1654 on commercial driver’s licenses and federal verification rules, with the author arguing California must comply with federal law to avoid losing CDL authority; the chair and others objected that the bill could wrongly affect U.S. citizens and codify changing federal rules. The bill was discussed but not advanced in the portion provided. AB 1976 sought to speed delivery of bicycle and pedestrian safety projects by limiting some public meetings, restricting cancellation of contracts without findings, lowering petition thresholds for traffic calming, and updating the Pedestrian Mall Act. Supporters said current procedures delay life-saving projects and give too much power to opponents, while counties and cities opposed the limits on local public input and budget authority. After discussion, the committee voted to send AB 1976 to Local Government, with several members expressing support but also concerns about preserving community participation. The committee also heard AB 2015, which would direct Caltrans to study the effects of navigation apps on local roads and safety. Supporters said apps can divert traffic onto residential streets and undermine local traffic calming, while members suggested the bill should also consider built-in vehicle navigation systems. AB 2168, on the Active Transportation Program, would update the definition of safe routes to transit, prioritize transit-rich and underserved areas, and add stronger spending accountability; it drew support from bicycle and transit advocates and some local agencies, with a few technical concerns left to resolve. Finally, AB 1942 on e-bike registration and license plates for Class 2 and 3 e-bikes drew strong support from law enforcement and medical witnesses citing rising injuries, but broad opposition from bicycle groups, micromobility advocates, and some local governments who said it would burden lawful riders, create DMV problems, and not address illegal e-motos. The committee also heard AB 1685 and AB 1687, both DUI-related bills from the same author: AB 1685 would increase DMV points for gross vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated, and AB 1687 would extend license revocation for a third DUI conviction to eight years with an interlock option after four years. Both bills received strong support from law enforcement and victims’ advocates, with ACLU California Action opposing them as duplicative or overly punitive; both bills were advanced by committee vote.

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• ><c> of</c><03:08:34.880><c> 19</c> HB1212 creates a commission of 19 HB1212 creates a commission of
• 39.520><c> drafts</c><03:08:40.080><c> of</c> commission would review all drafts of commission would
• </c> proposed commission. proposed commission.
• c> tasked</c><03:13:38.160><c> with</c> the commission is uh tasked with the commission is uh tasked
• </c> responsibilities of the commission is. responsibilities of the commission is.

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• And these policies govern all phases of the grant-making process, including procedures that must occur
• And these policies govern all phases of the grant-making process, including procedures that must occur
• </c> is executed as well as to for procedures is executed as well as to for procedures that<00:02:39.120
• </c> grant-making policies and procedures. grant-making policies and procedures.
• </c><00:52:42.160><c> on</c> Legislative Citizen Commission on Legislative Citizen Commission on Minnesota

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• All Then it goes before the commission.
• I'm the chairman of the Workers' Comp Commission.
• This is Commissioner commission.
• </c><01:34:01.280><c> done</c> We have simply not procedurally done We have simply not procedurally done
• commission commission um<01:34:42.480><c> we</c><01:34:42.800><c> are</c><01:34:42.880><c> spreading

Keywords: Appropriations - Room 216, 13 January, 2026; 1:45 PM, 925, all

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• I move adoption of the commission."
• And if mistakes were made, if there are procedures that need to be changed, people need to be able to
• </c><00:15:50.160><c> stuff</c> language on some pre procedural stuff language on some pre procedural
• </c><00:17:43.039><c> are</c><00:17:43.280><c> but</c> with me of what those procedures are but with
• procedure procedure for<00:30:33.679><c> people</c><00:30:34.000><c> who</c><00:30:34.240><c> are</c

Keywords: Public Health and Welfare - Room 216, 24 February, 2026; 3:00 PM, 925, all

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• Finally, Senate Bill 1754 instructs ADE to adopt policies and procedures for state complaints that meet
• Finally, Senate Bill 1754 instructs ADE to adopt policies and procedures for state complaints that meet
• Chairman, members, Senate Bill 1423 continues the Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education
• My name is Demi Mikalau, and I’m the president of the Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education
• They don't have good student discipline procedures, and we need to address that.

Summary: The committee began with brief announcements, including an invitation from Chad Heinrich of the University of Phoenix to an upcoming lunch-and-learn on artificial intelligence and education, and then members and staff exchanged end-of-session धन्यवाद and appreciation. The committee then took up several education-related bills, hearing sponsor presentations, public testimony, and member questions before voting on each measure. SB 1497 would require larger school districts that operate self-insurance programs to obtain quotes for coverage and services at least every four years and to receive certain information from providers in advance. Supporters said the bill would increase competition, transparency, and cost savings for school employee health benefits; it passed 10-0. SB 1711 would direct the State Board of Education and ADE to compile and post age-appropriate resources on preventing and recognizing inappropriate contact, and to make those resources available to schools and families. Supporters framed it as a voluntary, parent-facing safety tool, while opponents argued it should include stronger evidence-based and trauma-informed requirements; it passed 7-3. SB 1798 would create a FAFSA awareness program recognizing schools that designate a FAFSA point person and promote financial aid completion. Supporters said it would help students access postsecondary funding, especially given Arizona’s low FAFSA completion rate and unclaimed federal aid; it passed 8-2. SB 1143 would require schools and districts to submit federal civil rights data to ADE and would require ADE to publish an annual school safety report. Supporters said it would improve transparency for parents, while opponents called it duplicative and raised privacy and scope concerns; it passed 7-3. SB 1684, as amended, would create a private cause of action against public schools for serious physical injury caused by bullying after a prior report and school negligence, with an amendment limiting the claim to bullying on school property or at school events and requiring written reports. The committee adopted the amendment and then passed the bill 6-3, after debate over litigation risk, school discipline, and whether the bill should also cover private schools. The committee also passed SB 1754, which would require ADE’s special education division to help complete incomplete complaints, post redacted complaint reports, and adopt related procedures; members emphasized transparency and privacy protections, and the bill passed 9-0 after an amendment extending the posting timeline and clarifying report contents. SB 1423, continuing the Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education until 2036, passed 8-1, with one member objecting to the long sunset extension. Finally, SB 1763, dealing with school district “additional monies” funds and financial reporting, was discussed with an amendment to remove unemployment-compensation transfers and require board approval for expenditures, but the transcript cuts off before the final vote on that bill.

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• Committee fit in with developing procedural rules?
• my understanding of it, which is Joint Procedure is really the structure.
• Joint Procedure is the main place that happens for the procedural rules coming out of the Supreme Court
• Procedures are part of it.
• And so I struggle with this one because we do have rules and procedures.

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• Commission. Okay. >> More of a commission. Yes. >> Okay. >> Any other representative?
• Commission. Okay. >> More of a commission. Yes. >> Okay. >> Any other representative?
• Commission. Okay. >> More of a commission. Yes. >> Okay. >> Any other representative?
• Commission. Okay. >> More of a commission. Yes. >> Okay. >> Any other representative?
• </c><02:26:12.880><c> Um</c> procedure when I'm Anyway. Um procedure when I'm Anyway.

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• The unsheltered procedurally outlawed.
• to purposely exclude normal existing procedures from this.
• Representative Ray Rrower. existing normal procedures why we would existing normal procedures why we
• </c><00:34:24.879><c> from</c> exclude normal existing procedures from exclude normal existing procedures
• Um, and we commissioned uh a board.

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• , your Committee on Natural Resources, having under consideration SB 1418 relating to corporate commission
• You talked about procedure, so just to that point, and I'll let that lie, is they also have the choice
• Moved to 1520. for training expenses for sign usage, training employees, updating policies, and procedures
• It's the Supreme Court that's granted the right to make procedural rules that apply to attorney discipline
• Navy ushered in the nuclear age with the commissioning of the USS Nautilus in 1954.

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• indicated they will be acceptable to the commission.
• action against the commission.
• One commission might have accepted it.
• One commission might have accepted it.
• And they were negotiated again with this particular Commission, which was a different Commission representative

Summary: The committee first took up House Bill 12, the physical therapy licensure compact. The sponsor and supporters said the bill would increase access to care and help recruit physical therapists in New Mexico, especially in rural areas and for neurodivergent patients. Support came from the Greater Albuquerque Chamber of Commerce, Desert States Physical Therapy Network, Think New Mexico, the state Health Care Authority, and Americans for Autism Advocacy. A trial lawyer raised concerns about immunity, venue, and loser-pays language, and committee members discussed whether New Mexico-specific amendments would be accepted by the compact commission. Two amendments were adopted, including clarifying language on background checks, data, federal court standing, and repeal procedures, plus an immunity-related amendment. The bill was then reported out with a 9-0 due pass recommendation. The committee then considered House Bill 10, the physician assistant interstate compact. Supporters again emphasized workforce shortages, telehealth access, and the need to join the compact to qualify for Rural Health Transformation Program funding. The Health Care Authority said the compact was part of New Mexico’s commitments tied to federal funding, and a trial lawyer again raised concerns about loser-pays language. Two amendments were adopted to clarify New Mexico’s authority over reproductive and gender-affirming care issues, confidentiality of New Mexico licensee data, joint investigations, and contingent repeal procedures. After discussion about malpractice exposure, oversight, and the need for compact commission approval of language changes, the bill received an 8-0 due pass recommendation. House Bill 34, dealing with school nurse licensure provisions, was presented as a cleanup bill to clarify implementation issues from last session. The changes would add charter schools, align contract language with teacher contracts, and adjust supervision and evaluation rules for tiered school nurses in small districts. The New Mexico School Nurses Association supported the bill, and it passed unanimously with an 8-0 due pass recommendation. The committee also heard Senate Memorial 21, which would direct the Department of Health to study overdose prevention centers and other harm reduction strategies. Supporters from the ACLU, All Safe New Mexico, the Drug Policy Alliance, and Families and Youth Innovations Plus argued that New Mexico’s overdose crisis remains severe and that evidence-based interventions could save lives and connect people to treatment. The Department of Health provided background on overdose trends and said it was neutral but available for technical questions. After discussion about fentanyl trends, drug prices, and public health approaches, the memorial was approved on a 7-1 due pass vote. The committee also announced that Senate Bill 130 would be rolled over to Sunday’s meeting because a new substitute needed review.

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• So as many of us know on procedures.
• . procedures. procedures.
• </c> restrictive procedures anymore. restrictive procedures anymore.
• <c> need</c> procedure.
• We don't need procedure.

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