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• Failure to pay the balance by February 6th may result in continued noncompliance and suspension of driving
• Then in January, he was communicating with someone he believed to be Jennifer Aniston via Facebook, who
• Then again, in January of this year, she came back.
• On January 6th, we were contacted by one of our bankers on the task force.
• And by January 14th, the kiosk company responded back to our office, and that consumer was able to receive

Summary: A joint House-Senate Insurance and Commerce meeting focused on the growing threat of financial fraud in Arkansas, with members hearing from bankers, regulators, law enforcement, AARP, and mortgage and insurance industry representatives. Witnesses described a wide range of scams, including spoofed bank calls and texts, fake websites and social media impersonation, romance and investment scams, business email compromise, gift card fraud, check fraud, wire fraud, reverse mortgage scams, and crypto kiosk schemes. Several speakers emphasized that fraud is increasingly organized, technology-driven, and amplified by artificial intelligence, and that seniors are disproportionately targeted and often suffer the largest losses. Testimony highlighted both prevention and recovery efforts. Bankers said institutions spend heavily on training, customer education, and fraud detection, but often cannot stop losses once customers have been convinced to authorize transfers. The Attorney General’s office described its Consumer Protection Division, a new Financial Fraud Task Force, and examples of recovering funds quickly from crypto kiosk and wire fraud cases. The State Bank Department and Securities Department said Arkansas’s 2025 crypto ATM legislation and related education requirements have helped, and they urged continued public education. The Insurance Department reported major insurance-fraud trends, including fake insurance cards, forged policies, premium-finance schemes, and staged auto accidents, and said it prosecutes these cases aggressively. Members asked about reporting scams, the security of tap payments, how fraud losses are tracked, the role of crypto kiosks, and whether Arkansas should pursue model legislation or stronger action against telecom and social media companies. Witnesses said tap payments are generally safer than chip or swipe, that crypto transfers are often unrecoverable, and that spoofed caller ID and impersonation ads remain major problems. Paul Benda of the American Bankers Association urged state and federal action against telecom and social media platforms and supported national scam legislation. No new bills were voted on at the meeting, but members approved the November 3, 2025 minutes and several witnesses offered to share model legislation, consumer education materials, and state-by-state fraud data with the committee.

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• Failure to pay the balance by February 6th may result in continued noncompliance and suspension of driving
• Failure to pay the balance by February 6th may result in continued noncompliance and suspension of driving
• Then in January, he was communicating with someone he believed to be Jennifer Aniston via Facebook, who
• On January 6, we were contacted by one of our bankers on the task force.
• In 24 hours, we were able to send the complaint over to the kiosk company, and by January 14, the kiosk

Summary: A joint House-Senate Insurance and Commerce meeting focused on the growing threat of financial fraud in Arkansas, with members and witnesses describing scams targeting seniors, small businesses, and working families. The committee first approved the November 3, 2025 minutes, then heard from the Arkansas Bankers Association, the American Bankers Association, banks, the Attorney General’s Consumer Protection Division, the Arkansas Mortgage Bankers Association, the State Bank and Securities Department, the Insurance Department, and AARP. Witnesses described common schemes including spoofed bank calls and texts, government imposter scams, romance and investment scams, business email compromise, fake job postings, gift card scams, check fraud, wire fraud, reverse mortgage scams, identity theft, and insurance fraud. Several witnesses emphasized that cryptocurrency kiosks and crypto transfers make recovery difficult or impossible, and that artificial intelligence is making scams more convincing and scalable. Witnesses repeatedly stressed education, verification, and coordination among banks, law enforcement, regulators, and consumers. Bank and mortgage representatives urged consumers to slow down, independently verify wire instructions, avoid clicking unexpected links, use tap-to-pay rather than chip or swipe when possible, and never share account credentials or one-time codes. The Attorney General’s office said it investigates consumer complaints, mediates disputes, works with social media platforms to remove scam ads, and recently created a Financial Fraud Task Force with bankers and other stakeholders. The State Bank and Securities Commissioner highlighted the Safe AR Act, the state’s crypto kiosk framework, and fraud education efforts such as “fraud bingo,” while the Insurance Department described its law-enforcement role and a range of insurance-related fraud schemes it prosecutes. AARP said fraud is widespread and underreported, especially among older adults. Members asked about reporting scams, how losses are handled, whether tap is safer than chip, how crypto fraud works, whether Arkansas has model legislation to address telecom and social media impersonation, and how local law enforcement and state agencies coordinate investigations. Witnesses said banks generally absorb much of the financial loss under federal rules, while consumers bear the inconvenience and account changes. Several witnesses said Arkansas should consider additional legislation to hold telecom companies and social media platforms accountable for spoofed caller IDs and impersonation ads, and one witness said a federal Scam Act is moving in Congress. No additional votes or formal actions were taken beyond approval of the minutes, but witnesses agreed to share consumer education materials and model legislation with committee staff.

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• teacher and then with the changing of the standards where they've dispersed Louisiana history throughout 6th
• and 8th grade, this really touches on a 6th grade standard right now predominantly.
• But many of the 6th grade teachers that we have in Louisiana were world history teachers prior to the
• He served as a military leader, and by January 1, 1777, he was the acting governor of Louisiana.

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Summary: The Louisiana Commission on Civic Education met with quorum, approved the minutes from its previous meeting, and took several action items related to the Legislative Youth Advisory Council (LIAC). The commission unanimously approved the 2026-27 LIAC membership slate after reviewing recommendations from the selection committee, and it also approved the council’s budget and mileage reimbursement guidelines, noting the only change was an updated IRS mileage rate. Members thanked the legislature for continuing to fund LIAC after earlier years when it relied on outside donations. The meeting featured presentations on civic education resources and America 250 programming. Brandon Burris, representing the Lieutenant Governor’s office, highlighted Louisiana state parks, the Checkout Louisiana library backpack programs for parks and museums, Keep Louisiana Beautiful’s anti-litter campaign, and Homework Louisiana. Liam Julian of the Sandra Day O’Connor Institute discussed national civics education trends, teacher discomfort with controversial topics, and the institute’s teacher training, student camps, debate programs, and civics app. Louisiana Public Broadcasting’s Katie Stark and Nancy Torren presented America 250-related materials, including a PBS Kids feature on a Louisiana child and LPB’s “Louisiana’s Hidden History” videos and teacher resources on Bernardo de Galvez and Spanish Louisiana. LIAC members then reported on their work, including school safety efforts, digital service-hour tracking, AP self-study access, minor work permits, AI-generated harassment concerns, and local civic engagement projects. Peggy Cotonia of the Louisiana Center for Law and Civic Education reported 87 Law Day presentations and 287 total Law Day and Constitution Day presentations reaching about 9,400 students, along with updates on awards and a shortened but still free summer institute for teachers. Barry Irwin reported that legislation to clean up outdated commission membership and quorum language had passed the House and been heard in Senate Education, moving toward final passage. The commission adjourned after no further business.

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• teacher and then with the changing of the standards where they've dispersed Louisiana history throughout 6th
• and 8th grade, this really touches on a 6th grade standard right now predominantly.
• But many of the 6th grade teachers that we have in Louisiana were world history teachers prior to the
• He served as a military leader, and by January 1, 1777, he was the acting governor of Louisiana.

Summary: The Louisiana Commission on Civic Education met with a quorum, approved the minutes from its prior meeting, and unanimously approved the 2026–27 membership slate for the Legislative Youth Advisory Council after hearing that more than 300 students applied. The commission also approved LIAC’s budget and mileage reimbursement guidelines, which were updated to reflect the IRS rate increase. Members thanked the Legislature for continuing to fund LIAC after earlier years of sponsor-based support. The meeting featured several civic education presentations tied to the nation’s 250th anniversary. Brandon Burris of the Lieutenant Governor’s office described state parks, museums, library backpack programs, Keep Louisiana Beautiful, and Homework Louisiana as civic and educational resources. Liam Julian of the Sandra Day O’Connor Institute discussed national trends in civics education, teacher discomfort with controversial topics, and the institute’s teacher training, student camps, debate programs, and civics app. Louisiana Public Broadcasting’s Katie Stark and Nancy Torren presented America 250-related materials, including a PBS Kids feature on a Louisiana child and a PBS Learning Media series on Bernardo de Gálvez and Spanish Louisiana, along with teacher training events. LIAC members John Parker and Brandon Routon reported on their work over the year, including school safety efforts, digital service-hour tracking, AP self-study access, minor work permits, AI-generated harassment of minors, and school advisory councils. The Louisiana Center for Law and Civic Education reported on Law Day and Constitution Day programming reaching thousands of students, its summer institute, student and teacher awards, and a proclamation marking the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution. Barry Irwin also reported that legislation to clean up the commission’s membership and quorum provisions had passed the House and been heard in Senate Education. The commission adjourned after thanking staff for managing the meeting during severe weather.

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• We look forward to the results of that study, due to the legislature by January 15, 2026, and in the
• January 15 2026 and in the meantime January 15 2026 and in the meantime moving<00:17:41.600> forward
• The first appointment was scheduled for September 6th.
• <00:52:54.040> the was scheduled for September 6th the was scheduled for September 6th the
• morning<00:52:54.920> of<00:52:55.119> September<00:52:55.559> 6th<00:52:56.000

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• so<00:24:53.919> it<00:24:54.080> would<00:24:54.159> be<00:24:54.320> January
• is my first term, so it would be January is my first term, so it would be January of<00:24:54.880
• Dates it was December 6th.
• Uh first uh by February 6th when the plaintiff filed the stipulations of dismissal uh that were required
• <01:19:29.679> filed<01:19:30.239> the 6th when the plaintiff filed the 6th when the

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• It recommended two additional judges for the 6th District Court of Appeal. You remember that?
• That is a newly created appellate court that was established effective January 1st of 2023.
• The clerks of the Supreme Court and the 6th District Court of Appeal are constitutional officers.

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• Most of the counties that responded actually began getting cases prior to January 1st.
• Prop 36 has had different cases come start in January.
• We moved quickly in January to respond to the increase of the $42 million, and again, that allowed the
• We are fully supportive of the funding identified in the Governor's January budget for these dedicated
• Good evening, I'm Jonathan Grossman from the 6th District Appellate Program and we work with the 6th

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• They were formed back on January 28, 1926. Anniversary. They were formed back on January 28, 1926.
• this resolution says to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Louisiana Municipal Association on January
• Therefore, be it resolved that the Legislature of Louisiana does hereby designate Wednesday, May 6th,
• Proud of the work you guys do, and we would like to designate today, May 6th, as Recreation and Park.
• And we would like to designate today, May 6th, as Recreation and Park Association Day at the Louisiana

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Keywords: disclosure, local law, public notice, legislative transparency, Artists at the Capitol Day, art education, Louisiana Art Education Association, recognition, community engagement, House Resolution 247, HR247, Laura Lewis, birthday commendation, 104th birthday, centenarian, longevity, St. James Parish, Louisiana House of Representatives, Mount Calvary Baptist Church, ceremonial resolution

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• 6th of 2026.
• ,<01:04:35.440> she Commissioner of MMB here in January, she Commissioner of MMB here in January
• 6th, or some of it, at least starting statutory authority.
• <01:07:55.320> 6th,<01:07:56.160> or the audit came out in January 6th, or the audit
• came out in January 6th, or some<01:07:56.520> of<01:07:56.640> it,<01:07:57.040> at

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• I hope members of surrounding January 6th. They will bring surrounding January 6th.
• <02:49:23.439> We protected all of us on January 6th.
• We protected all of us on January 6th.
• Finally, they're also rewriting the history of January 6th.
• <03:29:26.800> 6th, subcommittee to investigate January 6th, subcommittee to investigate January

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• Yet the GOP is trying to gut Minnesota's paid leave law before it even takes effect on January 1st, 2026
• c><00:04:33.120> into<00:04:33.440> effect<00:04:33.919> on<00:04:34.120> January
• <00:04:34.520> 1st into law go into effect on January 1st into law go into effect on January
• There's no indication that we will not be prepared to go January 1, 2026.
• The power-sharing agreement we've talked about and was published in the Journal on February 6th would

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• You're excused. dated January 20th, 2026. dated January 20th, 2026.
• January 20, 2026.
• and on<03:24:57.279> Tuesday,<03:24:57.680> January<03:24:58.319> 6th.
• on Tuesday, January 6th. on Tuesday, January 6th.
• It's similarly begins on January 22nd. It's similarly begins on January 22nd.

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• I'd like to call the May 6th, 2026 hearing of the Assembly Elections Committee to order.
• Indeed, in January, The New York Times released an interview.
• In January of this year, the FBI also executed a warrant to seize ballots from the 2020 presidential
• Officials were served a subpoena from the FBI for records relating to the 2020 presidential election in January

Summary: The Assembly Elections Committee met on May 6, 2026, with a quorum present and heard one bill, SB 73. The author described the measure as a response to perceived threats to California elections, including restrictions on armed or non-uniformed personnel at polling places, protections for ballots and voting equipment, and limits on law enforcement access to election materials without a court order. The chair reviewed a set of agreed amendments, including removing a section conflicting with AB 1664, deleting proposed criminal penalties, clarifying the role of the Attorney General and Secretary of State, and refining language on signature challenges, law enforcement support, and certified voting technology. Supporters, including AAPI Force, CHIRLA, the League of Women Voters of California, and Common Cause, argued the bill would protect voters from intimidation and preserve election integrity. Opponents from CALA argued the bill was unnecessary, would hinder legitimate investigations, and reflected distrust of law enforcement and federal oversight. Committee discussion focused heavily on whether the bill was responding to real-world threats and on the ballot seizure in Riverside County. Members questioned how the measure would affect signature challenges, chain of custody, and investigations into possible fraud. The author and supporters said ballots should remain in election officials’ custody and that federal or local agents should not be able to interfere with election materials or intimidate voters. The chair and other members also discussed the urgency clause and the need to move the bill quickly despite the proximity of the June election. The committee voted to do pass and re-refer SB 73 to the Committee on Public Safety. The roll call initially showed the bill passing 5-1, then after the absent member arrived, the final vote was 6-2, and the bill was reported out of committee.

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• I'd like to call the May 6th, 2026 hearing of the Assembly Elections Committee to order.
• Indeed, in January, the New York Times released an interview.
• In January of this year, the FBI also executed a warrant to seize ballots from the 2020 presidential
• In January and again in March, Steve Bannon suggested that the president would deploy ICE at voting locations

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• Communications from the governor: February 6th, 2026, the governor signed and transmitted the following
• These same items, JLBC declined to review at its January 29th meeting.
• These same items, JLBC declined to review at its January 29th meeting. declined to review at its January

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• 14th and January 24th are, I believe, the term is moot.
• , if that had happened on March 7th instead of in January, what then?
• , if that had happened on March 7th instead of in January, what then?
• , if that had happened on March 7th instead of in January, what then?
• :22.119> instead<01:36:22.360> of<01:36:22.480> in<01:36:22.679> January<

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• On January 6th, a violent mob broke through police lines, injuring 140 members of law enforcement, entering
• On January 6th, a violent mob broke On January 6th, a violent mob broke through<00:24:28.240> police
• The pardoning of the January 6th insurrectionist by President Trump is a slap in the face to law enforcement
• On January 6, 2021, U.S.
• <01:45:05.840> 6 January 6 January 6 protesters.<01:45:09.280> Despite<01:45:09.760>

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• So just starting with the Interagency Council on Homelessness, the council has met monthly since January
• So we implemented January 1st, $500 a day for therapeutic leave days, right?
• We're working on expanding, since we had to implement this pretty quickly January 1st.
• We gather data from January through April 2026.
• In 2018, we had 30 DD licensed providers, and in January we had 51 licensed providers.

Summary: The committee first heard an update on North Dakota’s Interagency Council on Homelessness and Continuum of Care funding. Jennifer Henderson of the North Dakota Housing Finance Agency reported that homelessness remains driven by tight housing markets, low incomes, rising rents, and barriers to rental assistance, public benefits, and disability determinations. She said the state’s one-time North Dakota Homeless Grant is serving all regions but reaches far fewer households than the former Rent Help program, and that aging homelessness, shelter staffing shortages, and limited affordable units are growing concerns. Members discussed the need for more housing supply, better coordination with Health and Human Services, landlord engagement, reentry housing, and possible continued one-time funding for the $10 million Homeless Grant and $25 million Housing Incentive Fund. Henderson also warned that federal Continuum of Care funding is uncertain, with HUD expected to issue a new notice June 1 and possible shifts away from permanent supportive housing toward transitional housing and other models. The committee then took testimony on accessibility of government services for people who are blind, visually impaired, deaf, or hard of hearing. Paul Olson of North Dakota Vision Services School for the Blind described the school’s services for infants, children, and adults, including screenings, mobility training, assistive technology, and outreach across the state. He said the agency works closely with Vocational Rehabilitation and is also involved in improving website and document accessibility, especially for PDF materials. Public testimony highlighted barriers such as inaccessible CAPTCHA systems, online forms, driver’s license requirements on job applications, and limited transportation in rural areas. A deaf resident urged broader use of video remote interpreting and video relay services, along with training so people know how to use them effectively. Finally, Kay Larson presented the final report on the child care provider licensing study. The report recommended streamlining North Dakota’s child care licensing structure into three provider types plus a preschool designation, while preserving health and safety standards and maintaining eligibility for child care assistance. The committee discussed simplifying training and qualification rules, revising ratio and group-size requirements, and adjusting age bands for infants and toddlers. The report also noted that some changes would require statutory amendments and later administrative rule changes, with a transition period likely extending through 2029. No formal votes were taken in the transcript, but the committee accepted the updates and scheduled follow-up presentations for a later meeting.

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• Assembly chamber Sacramento, Thursday, January 16th, 2025, the assembly met at 7 AM.
• representatives from the CASA program and in connection with ACR 26 that will commemorate February 6th

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