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• aware of it. This is your copy. aware of it. This is your copy.
• We also wanted to continue to invest in our core assets and core programs, like our safety program.
• plan, bringing that over programming plan, bringing that over programming down<03:24:31.760>
• program.
• the Turnpike program. the Turnpike program.

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• There's a new baby bonds program that's different from the one that was considered.
• It's going to grow 10%, and maybe the growth of that program will be 7%.
• Those are after-school programs, primarily in low-income school districts.
• And then Title IV-B, again, is that community learning centers after school. programs.
• Are we going down at the federal level that really supports programs at the state level?

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• program cost.
• program cost.
• program cost.
• A lot of our programs, we programs.
• Programs such as extension programming.

Keywords: Call to Order and Roll Call – 0:00:00 Workforce Pell Grant Update – 0:03:30 Extension Office Update – 0:33:25 Kentucky Academic Standards for Social Studies – 1:07:08 Early Literacy Outcomes – 1:32:20 Consideration of Referred Administrative Regulations – 1:58:30 Adjournment 2:13:13, 958, all

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• about the Department of Human Services primary responsibility to investigate fraud in the Medicaid program
• agencies that are administering Medicaid dollars to be the primary investigators of fraud within programs
• Uh, I am aware of a lot of the frustrations that the legislature has about the recommendations of the
• Uh I<00:10:40.280> am<00:10:40.480> aware<00:10:40.760> of<00:10:40.880> a
• of a lot of the frustrations I am aware of a lot of the frustrations that<00:10:42.080> the<00

Keywords: 919, house, all

Summary: The committee took up Senate File 856, relating to creation of an independent Office of Inspector General to fight fraud in Minnesota. Representative Norris presented a DE6 author’s amendment that he said fixed constitutional appointment language, expanded the office’s fraud-prevention role, and made other noncontroversial cleanup changes. He emphasized that the bill was still not finished and that more work remained before it would be ready for final House passage. Members raised several concerns. Representative Joy questioned language about who has primary investigative authority in Medicaid-related cases and whether the bill could create confusion over who may freeze funds; Norris responded that federal rules require administering agencies to be primary investigators and said the language was intended to comply with those rules while still ensuring investigations happen. Representative Bahner said the bill was improved, especially on constitutionality and prevention, but noted remaining concerns about agency expertise, duplication of effort, and funding. Representative Quam argued the state already has the Office of the Legislative Auditor and other processes in place, while Norris said an executive-branch office working directly with agencies could help ensure best practices are actually implemented. Several members, including Representative Cleborne and Representative Craft, said they remained concerned about duplication, cost, and language they believed still placed the new office above state law, though they acknowledged the bill was improved and constitutional issues had been addressed. The chair moved the DE6 amendment, which was adopted, and then the committee voted on Senate File 856 as amended. The bill passed on a roll call vote of 13 ayes and 1 nay and was referred to the Judiciary Committee.

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• I think we're well aware of what's happening.
• While I've been made aware that this bill will primarily be for construction on major road projects,
• Everything like that in short order, the STEP is a six-year program, right?
• Bridge Program money to be able to leverage the state investment.
• We do have some meetings for tomorrow, and I want to make sure everyone is aware of them.

Bills: SB2

Keywords: SB 2, State Highway Project Bonds, highway funding, transportation bonds, state road fund, motor vehicle fees, vehicle registration fees, electric vehicle fee, EV surcharge, plug-in hybrid fee, weight distance tax, road construction, infrastructure financing, Department of Transportation, State Transportation Commission, bonding authority, county road funds, municipal road funds, transportation improvement program, state highways

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• This bill simply initiates the secure container replacement program with the understanding that the program
• 42.720> program<00:10:43.040> will understanding that the program will understanding that
• . program. program.
• I am aware of that.
• Yes, I'm aware of that.

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• of cancerous environments, and awareness of hidden dangers.
• <00:03:33.280> of cancerous environments awareness of cancerous environments awareness of
• cleanup program, which was simply to put a two-foot cap of clay on top.
• cleanup program, which was simply to put a two-foot cap of clay on top.
• <00:12:38.720> program<00:12:39.720> uh voluntary incentive cleanup program uh voluntary

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• In our district, we are particularly noticing this in our summer food service program.
• and $150,000 in year too we are aware and $150,000 in year too we are aware that<00:49:58.359>
• alternative programming for funding for alternative programming for non-exclusionary non-exclusionary
• This model would stabilize our CIS offerings and help rural schools to sustain our programs.
• <01:17:40.679> by destabilizing our CIS programs by destabilizing our CIS programs by leaving

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

Summary: The Senate Education Policy Committee met under a co-chair arrangement and heard opening remarks emphasizing civility, direct testimony from school leaders, and a focus on whether state policy is meeting student needs in the least intrusive and most cost-effective way. Chair Coleman asked testifiers to keep remarks brief and policy-focused, and the committee began with a series of superintendents describing local budget pressures and the cumulative impact of state mandates. Anoka-Hennepin Superintendent Corey McIntyre said the district, the state’s largest, is serving about 37,000 students and faces a roughly $26 million deficit even after major reductions, including cutting about $44 million and roughly 250 central office jobs. He cited rising costs tied to compensation, special education and multilingual cross-subsidies, unemployment, paid leave, READ Act implementation, student/staff safety and K-3 discipline requirements, and transportation, saying the district still faces about $50 million in mandate-related shortfalls and may need to reduce class size and student supports. Senator Kunesh responded that summer unemployment claims are paid from a separate state budget line, not the district general fund, and asked about paid leave costs; McIntyre and the chair clarified the district’s concern was the possibility of future costs if state funding ends. Prior Lake-Savage Superintendent Michael Thomas said district revenues are rising only about 2.5% to 3% while expenses are growing 5% or more, driven by inflation and vendor costs. He argued that the state’s inflationary funding tie should be maintained, and asked for an increase in local optional aid of $250 per pupil and more flexibility for districts that struggle to pass local levies. Minnetonka Superintendent David Law argued that schools are being asked to absorb broader community burdens, including food and mental health needs, while still being judged on academics and graduation; he said REACT funding fell short, forcing the district to shift reading funds to staff development, and urged the committee not to roll mandates forward without funding. Fergus Falls Superintendent Jeff Drake said expanded unemployment, earned sick and safe time, and paid family leave are creating staffing and budget challenges for rural districts, estimating unemployment costs could reach $240,000 annually and sick and safe time about $25,000, with added difficulty recruiting support staff and substitutes. No committee votes or formal actions were taken in the portion provided.

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• Does the current MD program here in Hawaii or in general require nutrition as part of the education?
• I am the youth coordinator for the Coalition for Tobacco-Free Hawaii, a program with the Hawaii Public
• So as a result, they're subject matter experts in navigating the VA system, but not necessarily aware
• So as a result, they're subject matter experts in navigating the VA system, but not necessarily aware
• . program. program.

Bills: SB2421, SB2690, SB3103, SB3137, SB3164, SB3206, SB2933, SB3133, SB3315

Keywords: cannabis, marijuana, Hawaii Cannabis Law, legalization, decriminalization, adult use, hemp, taxation, social equity, public health, primary care, health insurance, health carrier, insurance commissioner, Med-QUEST, Medicaid managed care, provider reimbursement, downcoding, prior authorization, utilization review

Summary: The committee heard testimony on several health-related bills. HB 1864, which would require health insurance coverage for standard fertility preservation services for people undergoing medically necessary treatment, drew broad support from SHIPA, the Department of Health, HMSA, the Hawaii Association of Health Plans, and others. Testifiers emphasized that fertility preservation is routine coverage on the mainland and important for patients facing infertility from cancer or other treatment; one patient described incurring more than $20,000 in costs. The Insurance Division flagged possible Affordable Care Act issues, a potential conflict in the bill’s language about using patient history to determine limits, and a mismatch with state medical-necessity standards. Committee discussion also focused on whether the bill should apply to all women of childbearing age rather than a narrower age-based category. HB 2305 would require nutrition and metabolic education as part of physicians’ continuing medical education. The Hawaii Medical Board opposed the measure, arguing that CME should remain flexible and tailored to each physician’s specialty and warning that topic-specific mandates can expand over time. The Office of the Governor supported the bill, saying it would help the state’s rural health transformation application and could improve federal funding prospects, though the exact impact was unclear. Members questioned whether nutrition is already covered in medical training and whether the requirement should be limited to primary care physicians; the board said Hawaii currently has no topic-specific CME mandates and that physicians can already choose relevant courses. The committee also heard strong support for HB 1597, which would establish an Alzheimer’s disease research center at the University of Hawaii. Supporters from the university, the Alzheimer’s Association, AARP, and others said the center could attract federal research dollars, expand clinical trials, and help address the state’s high Alzheimer’s-related health costs. HB 2159, which appropriates funds for health care workforce development, also received broad support from the University of Hawaii, health systems, and advocacy groups, with no opposition noted. Finally, HB 2121, which would prohibit the sale and distribution of disposable electronic smoking devices, drew support from the Department of Health, youth advocates, and public health groups citing youth addiction, environmental waste, and fire hazards; the department said a separate bill, HB 1573, would be more comprehensive and better defined for enforcement and penalties. The committee ended with HB 1913, creating a veteran services mental health coordinator position at Tripler Army Medical Center, which was supported by veteran services officials and others who said veterans need better navigation and coordination for behavioral health care.

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• So it just basically sets them aside from the incentive program that is meant to help really push good
• But this incentive program actually needs to get pulled out so that there is no look of what you just
• We operate school programs, community programs, student coalitions, leadership opportunities, positive
• .whether they had enough self-awareness beforehand when distributing those pills.
• There’s nothing in here about some sort of treatment program. There’s no way to address...”

Bills: SB1095, SB1127, SB1170, SB1208, SB1211, SB1237, SB1239, SB1240, SB1243, SB1244, SB1259, SB1283

Keywords: gender transition, minors, irreversible surgery, health professionals, puberty-blocking drugs, medical procedures, prohibition, Arizona Revised Statutes, reporting abuse, child neglect, mandatory reporting, child safety, medical treatment, faith exemptions, penalties, narcotic drugs, fentanyl, sentencing, drug offenses, juvenile justice

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• So like I said, it was a successful pilot program.
• Our program is a wonderful example of what agriculture programming can be. It's hands-on.
• I'm the program director for Agriculture Education on the Move, which is an agriculture education program
• And it truly is an impactful program.
• And so a little bit about the pilot program.

Keywords: 959, house, all

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• Um, and you are you aware of Thank you.
• My understanding is not aware of that.
• Do either of the 12, uh, tier... programs in June of 21. Uh other states programs in June of 21.
• And I awareness for real opportunity.
• spill over into the unemployment program spill over into the unemployment program and<02:16:26.079

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• program modernization and flexibility. program modernization and flexibility.
• way, but as a homelessness program. way, but as a homelessness program.
• but um, that is all that I'm aware of. but um, that is all that I'm aware of.
• But I think that if even the audience and the public, if they were aware of some programs that really
• they were aware of some programs<02:06:23.119> that<02:06:23.360> really<02:06:23.760><

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• We have to be very, very aware of that.
• . 21st Century is the largest federal program...
• Program that funds after-school programs, and they have a lot of data on the outcomes that out-of-school
• My concern is that some programs might be designated...
• we fund out-of-school time programs through this bill.

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• Currently, our statutes just say that students in a publicly funded program for preschool or kindergarten
• Be aware of the real world. It's really easy to lose track of the real world.
• Be aware of the relationships you are making online, but be more aware of your relationships in real
• Be aware of the real world. It's really easy to lose. Lose track of the real world.
• I mean, Chair Jordan, Representative Miller, not aware of any case law on that or any, you know, it's

Keywords: 1183, house

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• Senate Bill 11, an act relating to a residential safe room rebate program. Senator Meredith.
• Senate Bill 22 with Senate floor amendment one, an act relating to dual credit scholarship programs.
• residential safe room rebate program. residential safe room rebate program.
• <00:05:22.720> Senator credit scholarship programs. Senator credit scholarship programs.
• Senate Bill 90, an act relating to the behavioral health conditional dismissal program.

Keywords: 958, all

Summary: The Senate convened, opened with invocation and the Pledge of Allegiance, called the roll, excused absent members, and approved the prior day’s journal. The clerk then reported second-reading bills, including measures on a residential safe room rebate program, planning commission membership, dual credit scholarship programs, missing persons, school transportation, and behavioral health conditional dismissal, which were referred to the Rules Committee. New bills and resolutions were also introduced, including Senate Bill 103 on prescription drugs and Senate Resolution 44 recognizing Kentucky Arts Day. The main floor debate centered on Senate Bill 7, which would allow county officials in counties without permanent regional licensing offices to handle driver’s license renewals and duplicates, including Real ID renewals, with a $25 fee on top of the existing license cost. Supporters argued the bill would reduce long drives, long lines, missed work and school, and restore local access and accountability; several members described it as a necessary but imperfect starting point and noted rural residents were especially burdened by the current system. Opponents or skeptics said the bill was only a band-aid, raised concerns about implementation and whether the executive branch should fix the issue administratively, and some noted they would prefer a stronger statewide solution. After extended debate and several questions about fees, online renewals, and the bill’s limited scope, the Senate voted on SB 7. The bill passed 34-1. Following passage, the Senate recessed briefly for Rules Committee and Committee on Committees meetings, then received committee reports referring additional bills and posting several measures for future consideration. The chamber also adopted Senate Resolution 43, honoring Graville Reed Jr., and announced it would not meet on Monday for Martin Luther King Jr. Day, with the next session scheduled for Tuesday at 4:00 p.m.

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• Programs that it would also impact, is that minuscule? Mr.
• Are you aware of this?
• That program has been somewhat impeded.
• Representative, that is another methodology of funding these types of programs.
• Are you aware of the LFC's concern regarding future program funding while relying on uncertain oil and

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• But at the center of the Human Space Flight program here in this country, we flow 9 successful massacre
• And as I'm sure you're all aware, you know, that court of our company isn't just a business north of
• We have a much, much spaceport improvement program.
• And this We have a much, much spaceport improvement program.
• And I'm excited about this program and what it offers for the state and for the industry.

Keywords: 999, senate, all

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• We are endeavoring to create a pilot program.
• And so he is working to put a program in place.
• Court approval is required before anyone enters the program.
• This is not a release program.
• This is not a release program.

Summary: The committee first approved the minutes and then heard House Bill 1033, which expands the definition of critical infrastructure to include airports, heliports, spaceports, aerospace facilities, certain government and military sites, and oil and gas platforms. Supporters said the bill is part of a broader effort to position Louisiana for aerospace and defense investment, while opponents from the Sierra Club warned that repeatedly broadening critical infrastructure could chill protest and free-speech activity. The bill was reported favorably. The committee then heard House Bill 1034, which authorizes local officials to declare temporary protection zones for public safety for up to 72 hours, with one extension. The sponsor and the Department of Economic Development said it would be a tool for aerospace and defense projects and other public-safety needs; ACLU testimony raised concerns about notice, property rights, and possible impacts on public waterways. The bill was also reported favorably. The committee next considered several criminal justice bills. House Bill 51, barring post-conviction bail for defendants convicted of aggravated offenses against children, and House Bill 55, limiting public disclosure of juror information to protect juror privacy, both received broad support and were reported favorably. House Bill 635, aimed at protecting Louisianians from transnational repression by foreign governments through penalty enhancements for underlying crimes, was supported by a national security advocate and reported favorably. House Bill 133, increasing penalties for students who commit attacks on teachers or other students, was amended to address juvenile procedure and exceptionalities; teachers testified about serious injuries they suffered, while the ACLU and criminal defense lawyers raised concerns about mandatory minimums and individualized sentencing. The bill was reported with amendments. The committee also heard House Bill 676, which creates the crime of fraudulent patient referrals, or “body brokering,” in the substance-use treatment industry. The sponsor and Blue Cross Blue Shield representatives described schemes that steer vulnerable patients into fraudulent treatment arrangements for profit; the bill was reported favorably. House Bill 159 created a Caddo Parish pilot program for pretrial home incarceration with electronic monitoring to reduce jail overcrowding. The sheriff said the jail is far over capacity and that the program would be limited to nonviolent, non-sex-offense defendants with risk assessments, court approval, and behavioral-health check-ins. Witnesses supported the concept but urged tighter liability language; the committee adopted an amendment and reported the bill with amendments. House Bill 106, dealing with unauthorized administration of melatonin to children in child care settings, was reported favorably. Later, the committee amended and reported House Bill 108, which changes juror qualifications to exclude people convicted of crimes of violence or sex offenses from criminal juries, after opponents argued it would unnecessarily bar citizens from jury service. House Bill 784, a cleanup bill on sex offender registration and notification, was amended and reported with technical changes. Senate Bill 388, which removes a trigger clause tied to a border compact and authorizes review of state contracts for foreign-adversary benefit, was amended and reported. Finally, House Bill 772, a bail-procedure reform requiring accurate mailing and electronic notice information and consolidating notice rules, was presented as a fairness and efficiency measure and had support from the bail industry and prosecutors; the transcript ends before final action on that bill.

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• There's this BA to MD program at UNM.
• And then once we're in, it's a four-year program.
• So we're aware of that when we practice in New Mexico.
• So, to train physicians, we think let's strengthen our training programs.
• Thus, state policymakers and agencies administering the programs have to.

Keywords: 996, all