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• And first of all, I had prepared notes that I wanted to read, but first of all, I want to go back to
• I am a resident of Las Vegas.
• During wildfires, ranchers are the first responders.
• I don't see anyone else in Las Vegas. Thank you. I don't see anyone else in Las Vegas.
• During wildfires, ranchers are the first responders.

Bills: AB93, AB204, AB414, AB504, AB598

Keywords: public employees, police officers, benefits, appropriation, law enforcement, medical debt, collection agency, healthcare, consumer protection, financial assistance, occupational safety, air quality, greenhouse gases, employee monitoring, safety program, hemp, hemp products, cannabidiol, CBD, cannabis

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• And let's turn it over then to our first panel.
• So I'm really excited for this first panel.
• First, I want to...
• Arts for LA is an... much for the opportunity to be here today.
• I think they had the first school; this is the second.

Keywords: 987, senate, all

Summary: The Joint Committee on the Arts held an informational hearing on California’s first sector-specific creative economy strategic plan, “California’s Future: Creative Strategies for Cultural Resilience, Economic Growth, and Global Leadership.” Chair Allen opened by framing the creative economy as a major state asset and urged support for arts funding in the May Revision, including California Humanities, museums, public media, cultural districts, LA28 arts programming, and AB 2319, which would create a $100 million post-production incentive. He also emphasized the need for next-step funding to implement the strategic plan and noted concerns about federal headwinds and declining creative-sector jobs. California Arts Council Director Danielle Brazel, Institute for the Future’s Rachel Hatch, CDE’s Allison Frenzel, and Workforce Development Board representative Michael Weoff described how the plan was developed through AB 127 and related legislation, a 30-plus-member work group, and an interagency process. They outlined the plan’s phased approach and six priority areas, including preparing the workforce, stabilizing businesses, increasing revenue through cultural tourism, leveraging state incentives, defining and tracking ROI, and building state capacity. Testimony highlighted workforce pipelines, apprenticeship and pre-apprenticeship programs, digital badging, and cross-agency coordination, with speakers stressing that the sector is shaped by AI, climate change, affordability, capital access, and social cohesion. A second panel of artists and advocates described on-the-ground implementation and the need for better data and support. Ricarlo Handy discussed the Handy Foundation’s apprenticeship pipeline into film and TV jobs and the difficulty of capturing freelance and 1099 creative work in state data. Joanna Reynolds described Arts for LA’s Creative Jobs Collective, which aims to create 10,000 living-wage creative jobs in Los Angeles County by 2030. Alejandro Gutierrez Chavez urged the state to embed artists in health, aging, behavioral health, and climate resilience systems, and Roxanne Messina Kaptur spoke about the need to treat arts careers as viable professions and expand residency and school-based artist programs. Senator Rubio, who joined the hearing later, shared her own background in teaching and the arts, supported arts education and small theaters, and raised concerns about AI, asking how schools and educators can adapt. In the final panel, Rebecca Ratzkin reported on 26 town halls across eight regions, where more than 1,100 people attended and generally affirmed the plan while asking for better access to information, new financial models, clearer definitions and data, and stronger networks. Julie Baker of California for the Arts and California Arts Advocates argued the plan is an urgent blueprint for a sector that generates $288 billion and more than 820,000 jobs, but remains below pre-pandemic employment levels and is losing market share. She and others called for funding, statewide definitions, better data collection, and cross-agency implementation, while committee members and witnesses repeatedly emphasized that the plan will require political will and resources to move from strategy to action.

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• Gentleman from Bernalillo, Representative de la Cruz. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
• First, we have the Chairman of Bernalillo County Commission, Eric Olivas.
• house, the city of Las Cruces, and that Bernalillo County...
• I want to acknowledge that it's Las Cruces Day in Santa Fe today. Thank you.
• The city of Las Cruces is soon to produce a new land-use...

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• We welcome anybody here in Carson City and Las Vegas.
• It's my first time here in Senate Ed.
• Las Vegas, Nevada. Thank you. Thank you so much. AVH, do we have another caller?
• The first bill on the... We just heard the last two.
• The first bill on the first bill on, As a reminder, we do not advocate for or against any measure.

Bills: SB175, SB277, SB374, SB400

Keywords: military, veterans, education, teaching, Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps, licensure, certification, public schools, charter schools, school social worker, school counselor, school psychologist, internship, practicum, student support services, mental health, harassment, bullying, power-based violence, school safety

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• If you're here in Carson City or down in Las Vegas, please turn on the microphone.
• First name is A-T-H-A-R, last name H-A-S-E-B-U-L-L-A-H.
• Initially, we were not proponents when we saw the first iteration of the bill.
• The first offense would be a misdemeanor.
• I don't see anyone in the Las Vegas hearing room.

Keywords: 909, all

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• Many of us may have experiences where we have this in Las Cruces.
• And then what about this first priority?
• Madam Chair and members of the committee, buenos días de la La Seneca Land Grant.
• So, again, that's the first step.
• So, again, that's the first step.

Bills: SB47, SB110, SB122, SB143, SB168

Keywords: food recovery, composting, waste management, solid waste surcharge, organic waste reduction, environment, grants, advisory group, bosque management, Rio Grande, environmental protection, water resources, fiscal appropriation, drinking water, well owners, water testing, water treatment, public health, agriculture, New Mexico Department of Agriculture

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• >> Representative La Roshelle. >> Representative La Roshelle. >> Yes.
• La Rochelle, >> Representative La Rochelle, >> yes.
• La Rochelle, >> Representative La Rochelle, >> no.
• first before we can have a discussion? first before we can have a discussion?
• Representative La Rochelle. Yes. >> Representative La Rochelle. Yes. >> Representative La Rochelle.

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• So first what I'm showing is our spring snowpack.
• So why do we care about La Niña?
• Years, and then the green are during La Niña.
• First, in terms of fish and ecosystem impacts.
• First, in terms of fish and ecosystem impacts.

Summary: The committee heard first from Deputy State Climatologist Karen Bumbacco, who reviewed the weather and snowpack conditions that contributed to Washington’s 2025 drought. She said the state had a very warm and dry water year, with April through September ranking among the warmest and driest periods on record, and that three straight years of below-normal snowpack and precipitation had compounded drought impacts, especially in the Yakima Basin. She also explained that a weak La Niña could bring a wetter-than-normal winter, though temperature forecasts were less certain, and noted that long-term climate projections point to continued snowpack decline and earlier runoff timing. Department of Ecology staff Rea Burns and Caroline Melor then described the state’s drought declaration process and response. They said Washington’s statutory drought threshold is less than 75% of normal water supply plus a hardship finding, and that Ecology extended the Yakima drought declaration in April and expanded it statewide in June. They discussed reliance on federal monitoring data and staffing at NRCS, USGS, Reclamation, and NOAA, and said federal staffing and funding instability has created concerns for snowpack and water data. They also reviewed drought response funding, noting that grants have supported projects in the Yakima and Dungeness basins and that the drought emergency account still has a balance available for current needs. Burns gave a detailed update on the Yakima Basin, saying it experienced unprecedented conditions this year, including nearly empty reservoirs, curtailment orders sent to about 1,500 water users, and the first time even the most senior 1855 surface water rights were turned off. She said widespread compliance occurred, though the process exposed areas for improvement, especially coordination with federal partners. Committee members asked about the long-term basis for climate projections, the 75% drought threshold, federal impacts, drought insurance, reservoir storage, and whether the state should consider more drought funding or new storage projects. No votes or formal actions were taken during the meeting.

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• Jane Garcia has served as the CEO of La Clinica De La Rasa for 40 plus years, providing culturally appropriate
• and the city's first Black female mayor.
• Becoming the first Black woman elected and the city's first Black female mayor pro tem.
• Now she is the first African American woman to lead the LA County Federation of Labor and holds key roles
• He is the very first Vietnamese American district attorney here, not only in California, but the first

Summary: The Assembly convened after a quorum call and prayer, then dispensed with the reading of the prior journal and handled routine motions, including re-referring AB 432 and AB 564 to committees. The main item of business was House Resolution 14, proclaiming March 2025 as Women’s History Month. Majority Leader Aguiar-Curry opened on the resolution, and members from the LGBTQ, Native American, Asian American Pacific Islander, Black, Latino, Jewish, and other caucuses spoke in support, emphasizing women’s historical contributions, ongoing inequities, and the importance of representation and parity in public life. Assemblymember DeMaio also supported the resolution while urging attention to girls’ sports. The resolution was adopted by voice vote after 78 coauthors were added. The chamber then held its annual California Women of the Year ceremony, with Aguiar-Curry and other members recognizing honorees from across Assembly districts for leadership in education, health care, public service, advocacy, business, and community work. The lengthy roll call highlighted a broad range of women’s accomplishments and community impact. Guest introductions followed, including Sacramento District Attorney Tien Ho, VSP Vision Care executives celebrating the company’s 70th anniversary, and EMTs and ambulance support staff being honored by the California Ambulance Association. The Assembly also took up the second-day consent calendar, which was adopted 71-0. Assemblymember Schultz then delivered an adjournment in memory of Barbara Beckley, founding member and artistic director emerita of the Colony Theatre Company, praising her contributions to Los Angeles theater and the arts. The House then adjourned until Thursday, March 13 at 9 a.m., with a Revenue and Taxation Committee hearing scheduled upon adjournment.

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• And just 40 years ago, the first Latina, Gloria Molina.
• Would you like the first roll to be open for co-authors?
• Jane Garcia has served as the CEO of La Clinica De La Raza for 40 plus years, providing culturally appropriate
• and the city's. first black female mayor pro tem.
• Virgin Galactic's first fully crewed spaceflight.

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• She is the president and CEO of the Greater Las Cruces Chamber of Commerce.
• First, it has invested more than $100 million in research.
• House Bill 162 introduced by representatives De La Cresne.
• Okay, I'm going to have to look at it first. Just do it now. And House Bill 65.
• First, before I get to the room number, Mr.

Keywords: 996, all

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• Representative Jacob, being the first member here this morning, had plenty of time to review the minutes
• Chairman, members, I am not aware of a similar issue occurring in recent LA audits.
• I have been with LA for a little more than a decade.
• But I do want to see if I can answer your question first. No, that was really helpful.
• With respect to the LA findings, I was pleased to see that, in the vast majority of cases, the LA found

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• We have our sergeant at arms, La OHA OHA OHA elvenia.
• We have our sergeant at arms, La OHA OHA OHA elvenia.
• We have our sergeant at arms, La OHA OHA OHA elvenia.
• Adair we have our sergeant of arms La Adair we have our sergeant of arms La OHA OHA OHA elvenia<
• Representative La, happy birthday.

Keywords: 910, house, all

Summary: The House was called to order with 47 members present. After the journal reading was deferred and there were no messages from the Governor or Senate communications, members offered several introductions recognizing visiting guests, including tourism and hospitality representatives, Kahakai Elementary School students and staff from Kona, a Portuguese delegation from the Luso American Development Foundation, and other constituents and aides. The chamber then moved to floor presentations. House Resolution No. 84 was presented, commending the United States Air Force Reserve Command 624th Aeromedical Staging Squadron Medical Operations Flight for humanitarian service providing mental health support after the Maui wildfires. Representative Perck moved adoption, Representative Cochran seconded, and the resolution was read into the record describing the unit’s work with state and nonprofit partners to distribute supplies and support survivors’ emotional recovery. The House adopted the resolution by voice vote, and the motion carried. Following the presentation, the House recessed briefly so members could congratulate the honorees. When the House returned, there were no resolutions for action, and announcements included the Women’s Legislative Caucus Easter basket drive, recognition of Hawaii Iron Workers Stabilization Fund visitors, birthday greetings, and a reminder that substantive resolutions were due by 6:00 p.m. The House then voted to keep the journal open until 6:00 p.m. for resolution introductions and adjourned into recess until 12:00 noon Monday.

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• Delete Section 8.7 of the second part of the first reprint. Thank you.
• I believe we have somebody in Las Vegas. Go ahead. Thank you, Chair.
• My first apologies to the committee.
• First, I want to give a birthday shout-out to my teacher friend, Linda Houghton.
• First, I want to give a birthday shout-out to my teacher friend, Linda Houghton.

Bills: SB507

Keywords: SB507, Nevada, governmental administration, Office of Nevada Boards Commissions and Councils Standards, Department of Business and Industry, professional licensing boards, occupational licensing, regulatory fees, state account, nonreverting fund, Commission on Postsecondary Education, taxicab, taxi technology fee, Nevada Transportation Authority, Taxicab Authority, transportation network company, TNC, rideshare, Uber, Lyft

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• Senator Charley, this is my first. Yeah.
• Cruces, and Las Vegas.
• But we also believe that we'd be able to add in both Silver City, Las Cruces, and Las Vegas as just three
• In regards to the rural areas, I think you mentioned Las Cruces, Silver City, and Las Vegas.
• The first step was to do. Thank you. The first step was to develop these plans.

Bills: SB5, SB6, SB8

Keywords: physician residency, healthcare, rural communities, medical education, appropriation, education, medical school, New Mexico, construction, behavioral health, funding, mental health services, general fund transfer, 996, all

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• So since we have some opposition, let's hear from the opposition first online.
• They need to go to the Water Trust Board first.
• Getting to the home in the first place?
• The first is that we have about 500 wildfire starts per year.
• Senator Zell, you know, I guess we need to give them the benefit of the doubt first.

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• Juan Sanchez, with La Merced de Pueblo of Chile.
• Let's go ahead and head into the first item on our agenda: HB 21, the La Luz and Merceda Acequia Infrastructure
• The first is it removes the delay repeal language.
• First up, we have Representative Lord. Good morning, Madam Chair.
• And I always try to make sure my land grants are taken care of first.

Keywords: 996, all

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• Passing the Care No Matter What Act is a first step towards fixing the damage done.
• It's time for our leaders to put Texans' health first.
• If Texas legislators truly care about health outcomes, they must put politics aside and put people first
• And the Care No Matter What Act is the first critical step in ensuring that Texas women are healthy,
• Savemo loquesus deo selimina latencia medica la gente suffre.

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• So first, I will cover the demographic profile of New Mexico.
• First question, Madam Chair. Presenters, good job.
• We've really been seeing a lot of development in Las Cruces.
• The first thing we did was create a multi-family zone.
• We're slightly over 10,000 in Las Vegas.

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• Uh, my first.
• Uh, practice there in Las Vegas.
• OK, yeah, Las Cruces, Las Cruces in August is not our best bet. Thank you, Madam Chair.
• Madam Chair, I would love to offer Las Vegas.
• First, Is there any Expertise.