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• Second, Lifeline is a subsidy The CPUC is required to adopt maps, but it is also required to include
• data from the very faulty maps that deal with broadband and wireless coverage.
• There are major concerns that the services reported in these maps do not provide customers with accurate
• The individual challenge process comes after the CPUC adopts. rules and maps, which means that customers

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• In other words, if you were handing out maps for people, you wouldn't have to throw all those maps away
• But if you bought new maps, then they should reflect the Gulf of America. new maps, then they should
• If there's like a map or of America.
• All the geology and all the maps have the Gulf of Mexico on them.
• Google Maps has changed it. Apple Maps has changed it.

Keywords: 1136, house, all

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• We've got New Mexico Tech that's been doing the mapping project to map where all of our water is, all
• Uh, they'll go hand in hand to map them.
• When they map that water, we'll know where the water exists.
• President, Senator, some of these have already been mapped, uh, throughout the state.
• They're already mapped in some areas.

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• It also has a map of the most recent detections within 400 miles of the U.S.
• that have brackish groundwater samples, and they are all over the map.
• So we are slowly having fewer aquifers on our upcoming studies map there.
• These maps here show the remaining zones that we have to analyze.
• I think that's shown in the map.

Keywords: 1185, senate, all

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• I just wanted to show a quick map here. We're looking at mostly Washington State.
• This map shows locations of year-round collection sites from the 2024 PaintCare report.
• The map available on this slide shows a location of all the MRW facilities in Washington.
• The map also identifies collection events.
• Access cannot always be measured simply by the number of sites on a map.

Keywords: 904, all

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• a different federal definition of certain exemptions, but I think in general we have an idea how to map
• In general, we have an idea how to map the exemptions between the two programs.
• But I think we have done a more sophisticated mapping, given that we now have...
• We are working through an analysis to map that back to the CalFresh category, which I mentioned, which
• the type of work we're doing to take the information that they've used to process the application, map

Summary: The Assembly Budget Subcommittee on Accountability and Oversight held a hearing on how H.R. 1’s new federal work and community engagement rules will affect Medi-Cal and CalFresh, especially for Californians with behavioral health needs, people experiencing homelessness, and justice-involved individuals. The Legislative Analyst’s Office outlined the scope of the changes, including Medi-Cal work requirements beginning in January 2027 and CalFresh changes beginning in June 2026, and estimated large potential coverage losses if people cannot document exemptions or comply with reporting rules. State departments said they are still awaiting some federal guidance but are already building implementation plans, data matching, outreach campaigns, and system changes to reduce disruption and automatically identify exemptions where possible. Department of Health Care Services and Department of Social Services officials described efforts to use existing data, CalSAWS, and cross-program coordination to streamline exemption screening, including for medical frailty, serious mental illness, substance use disorders, and student status. They said outreach will include text messaging, webinars, county training, and community-based partners, while also acknowledging that many people will still need direct worker contact. County representatives stressed that the new rules will create major administrative burdens, require significant new staffing, and could lead to coverage loss if counties are not adequately funded. They urged the Legislature to release the $20 million in current-year General Fund for CalFresh implementation and to consider a much larger county augmentation next year. Assembly members pressed the administration on outreach strategy, county funding, consistency across counties, and how to avoid harming eligible people through overly aggressive implementation. They also asked about coordination with universities, CDCR, and community-based organizations, and about how exemptions would be documented for mental health and substance use conditions. Department officials said they are working with counties, education institutions, and correctional agencies, and that they are trying to align Medi-Cal and CalFresh rules where possible, but not all federal definitions match. Public commenters from legal aid, counties, labor, and public hospitals warned that work requirements do not increase employment, will worsen food insecurity and health outcomes, and will strain county systems unless the state provides more funding and support.

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• So if I can have your permission to just show the three maps I want to enter into the record.
• This particular map is Exhibit A.
• So can you see this second map? Yes, we can.
• Okay, this map is Exhibit B, which also is part of the 1978 Indian Claims Commission.
• And finally, the third map here is representative of the...

Bills: HB1982, HB2156

Keywords: Indian rights, treaty rights, convictions, tribal members, criminal justice reform, Attorney General, AG investigators, limited authority peace officer, peace officer certification, economic crimes, financial crimes, white-collar crime, fraud investigation, search warrant service, electronic service, business records, law enforcement authority, criminal background check, training requirements, Washington RCW

Transcript Highlights:

• So if I can have your permission to just show the three maps I want to enter into the record.
• This particular map is Exhibit A.
• So can you see this second map? Yes, we can.
• Okay, this map is Exhibit B, which also is part of the 1978 Indian Claims Commission.
• And finally, the third map here is representative of the And finally, the third map here is representative

Summary: The committee opened with a work session on effective interrogation techniques, hearing from two remote experts, retired homicide detective Matt Jones and former federal agent Mark Fallon. Both argued for science-based, information-gathering interviewing over confrontational or deception-based tactics, emphasizing rapport, open-ended questioning, corroboration, and avoiding coercion, especially with vulnerable interviewees. They said these methods improve reliability, reduce false confessions and wrongful convictions, and better withstand court scrutiny. Members asked for source materials and raised concerns about how friendly or minimization-style questioning could affect victims; the witnesses said they would provide research and noted that some common tactics can be problematic in sexual assault cases. No votes were taken in the work session. The committee then held a hearing on House Bill 1982, which would expand Washington’s existing process for vacating convictions tied to treaty rights. Staff explained that current law mainly covers pre-1975 fishing convictions, while the bill would extend relief to convictions involving treaty fishing, hunting, gathering, and pasturing rights, remove the date limit, include local ordinances, authorize the Office of Public Defense to provide direct representation and consultation, and create a tribal liaison position. The prime sponsor and tribal leaders testified in support, describing the bill as a way to correct historical wrongs and remove barriers to jobs, housing, and other opportunities. The Office of Public Defense said it supports the bill but needs statutory authority and a hub to identify and process cases; an Attorney General’s Office tribal liaison also supported the concept and suggested clarifying amendments. Some members questioned the scope of the affected population, costs, and whether the legislature could vacate the convictions directly, while others raised concerns about competing resource demands and the need for judicial action case by case. No final action was taken. Finally, the committee began hearing House Bill 2156, which would expand the Attorney General’s Office investigators’ authority in limited circumstances. Staff said the bill would let AGO investigators exercise only the authority of the entity granting concurrent jurisdiction, allow them to serve business search warrants only when authorized by a judicial officer, and clarify that they cannot detain, arrest, or carry weapons. The bill sponsor said it would reduce delays in economic-crime cases by allowing investigators to serve electronic warrants themselves instead of relying on local officers. Opponents from the sheriffs and police chiefs association and a retired veteran argued the bill blurs the line between investigation and prosecution, lacks sufficient oversight, and could create constitutional and training concerns. AGO representatives responded that the bill is narrowly focused, that most investigators are retired law enforcement, and that it would mainly streamline service of electronic warrants in cases such as organized retail theft and wage theft. The hearing was still in progress when the transcript ended, and no vote was recorded on this bill.

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• Then we will be having a presentation from the FDOT on statewide mapping programs and their work group
• We are going to go now very quickly to the statewide mapping programs work group presentation.
• Statewide mapping programs work group presentation from FDOT.
• Some common uses are asset management, coastal mapping, property assessment, survey and mapping, and
• Thank you again for the opportunity to present on the state's geospatial data and mapping.

Summary: The Transportation Committee heard SB 356 by Senator Wright, which would create an opt-in framework allowing counties and municipalities to designate certain roads for utility-terrain vehicles (UTVs) under local conditions, including driver licensing, insurance, and speed-limit restrictions below 55 mph. Senator Wright said the bill would give law enforcement clearer authority and mirror the local-option approach used for golf carts. Supporters included a retired Volusia County sheriff and county commissioner, who argued UTVs are safer than golf carts and are already being used on roads, while opponents from the Recreational Off-Highway Vehicle Association and Honda warned that UTVs are designed for off-road use, lack federal safety standards, and pose crash and tire-blowout risks on public roads. Several senators raised safety concerns, especially about speed and crash severity, but the committee ultimately voted to report SB 356 favorably. The committee then held a lengthy discussion on seaport infrastructure and funding, beginning with a moment of silence for JaxPort COO and former FDOT employee James Bennett. FDOT presented data showing Florida’s 16 deepwater seaports generate major cargo volume, jobs, and economic impact, and described state funding programs such as FSTED, SPI, and the construction aggregate grant program. Port representatives from Port Everglades, PortMiami, Port Tampa Bay, and the Port of Palm Beach described record cargo and cruise activity, major capital projects, and the need for continued state and federal support for dredging, bulkheads, cranes, rail, and terminal expansion. Senators asked about ROI, trade shifts, intermodal connections, fuel and LNG availability, leverage and reserves, and operational risks such as flooding, sea level rise, and channel depth; port officials emphasized resiliency, private partnerships, and long-term master planning. The committee also confirmed appointees to the Tampa Hillsborough County Expressway Authority and the Tampa Port Authority in one vote, with no objection. Finally, FDOT presented the statewide mapping programs work group report required by SB 1662, explaining that coordinated statewide use of LiDAR and aerial imagery could reduce duplication, improve emergency management and planning, and support insurance and storm-damage assessment. FDOT recommended a formal statewide coordination program, shared procurement and cost-sharing agreements, dedicated staffing, and statutory updates to Chapter 334 to support interagency agreements and recurring funding.

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• Then we will be having a presentation from the FDOT on statewide mapping programs and their work group
• Statewide mapping programs work group presentation from FDOT.
• In other words, the perspective can be a flat map or a 3D view.
• Some common uses are asset management, coastal mapping, property assessment, survey and mapping, and
• Thank you again for the opportunity to present on the state's geospatial data and mapping.

Summary: The Committee on Transportation heard SB 356 by Senator Wright, which would create an opt-in framework for counties and municipalities to allow utility-terrain vehicles (UTVs) on certain local roads with posted speed limits below 55 mph, subject to local safety determinations, licensing, insurance, and other restrictions. Supporters, including a retired sheriff and a Florida Sheriffs Association representative, argued the bill would give law enforcement clearer authority and reflect the reality that UTVs are already being used on roads, while opponents from the Recreational Off-Highway Vehicle Association and Honda warned that UTVs are not designed for public roads and lack key safety features. Several senators raised safety concerns, especially about speed and crash risk, but the bill was reported favorably after debate, with Senators Martin, McClain, and Truenow expressing reservations. The committee then held a lengthy discussion on seaport infrastructure and funding. FDOT presented data showing Florida’s 16 deepwater seaports generate major cargo volume, jobs, and economic impact, and described state funding programs such as FSTED, SPI, and the construction aggregate grant program. Port representatives from Port Everglades, PortMiami, Port of Palm Beach, and Port Tampa Bay described record cargo and cruise activity, major capital projects, and the importance of state and federal grants, private partnerships, and long-term planning. They also discussed challenges including limited land, bulkhead and berth maintenance, channel deepening, workforce needs, fuel access, resiliency, and intermodal connectivity. Senators asked about return on investment, trade patterns, financing, cruise-versus-cargo balance, and operational risks; the ports emphasized that they are largely enterprise-funded but still depend on public investment for major infrastructure. The committee also approved a block of appointments to the Tampa Hillsborough County Expressway Authority and the Tampa Port Authority without objection. In addition, FDOT presented the statewide mapping programs work group report required by SB 1662, recommending a coordinated statewide aerial imagery and LiDAR program, shared procurement and cost-sharing arrangements, and statutory updates to improve interagency coordination and access to geospatial data. Senators briefly discussed potential uses for the data in insurance, emergency management, and property assessment, and the presentation concluded without further action.

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• So let's see if this Google map pulls it up as I zoom in.
• I'm curious about the map with the blue lines. You said those are SAMHSA cameras.
• GIS model or GIS mapping.
• They actually integrate all the video footage into a public-facing map.
• And so, if we already own a GIS mapping system, if it could be customized to use.

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• They combine that with being able to map out the areas where they're driving in advance and compare that
• Currently, obviously, our process is to go out and we map everything. We do it.
• map.
• The TPF funds, the mapping funds that we've had, we're in full swing on those right now.
• If you turn over to page 9, this is an overall summary, a map of our transportation project fund.

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• an adoptee platform, a centralized platform, integrating all panic alert systems and digital school maps
• Mister Chair Gerba also talks about the mapping system and that the maps electronic maps being available
• Now that we're adding FDLE in law enforcement to be able to have electronic maps of the school's, if
• The map of the school after you. If FDLE has this information, is that available to the public?
• Is this map of the school public information?

Keywords: 999, senate, all

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• And so we provide provided a couple of slides up front with some photos and maps of where some of the
• So here you can see the MMBI route map on the right. This is also available on our MMBI website.
• Here we can see the MMBI network map with the FFA grant locations in blue.
• Can we go back to my trusty map that I have?
• But when you, sorry, when you look at this map, there's a lot of lines and there's little blue dots.

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• That's what we're seeing on this map here. Drought declaration on April 8th.
• That's what we're seeing on this map here.
• Drought Monitor map sometimes looks different than the state drought declaration map. The U.S.
• The state map on the upper right of each shows where the watershed at hand is located.
• The state map on the upper right of each shows where the watershed at hand is located.

Summary: The committee met with a quorum and first elected Rep. Reeves as chair and Rep. Dent as vice chair for the coming year, with the vote appearing unanimous. After a brief discussion about who would chair the rest of the meeting, the committee proceeded to its regular agenda focused on the 2026 drought situation in Washington. The Washington state climatologist, Karen Mbacca, and Department of Ecology drought staff presented data showing a statewide drought declaration issued April 8 due to very low snowpack, warm winter temperatures, and resulting water supply concerns. They described the state’s statutory drought criteria, current reservoir and streamflow conditions, Yakima Basin water supply forecasts, likely summer temperature and precipitation outlooks, and the possibility of an El Niño developing later in the year. Ecology said the declaration makes $3 million in drought response grants available and allows expedited water transfer processing, and staff said they are already hearing concerns about impacts to agriculture, fish, and drinking water systems. Committee members discussed the need for longer-term drought preparedness, possible legislative tools, and whether additional funding or reservoir/storage strategies should be considered. Rep. Dent and others asked about available grant money and future mitigation planning, while Ecology said it is open to working with the legislature and stakeholders on resilience measures. The committee then heard a contrasting presentation from Dr. Cliff Mass of the University of Washington, who argued there is no current drought emergency because reservoirs are full, precipitation and soil moisture are near or above normal in many areas, and agriculture is performing well; he said the state’s drought declaration is not justified by current conditions. Members questioned him about reservoir capacity, drought definitions, and forecasts, and the meeting ended with several members thanking departing legislators and noting the importance of continued water planning.

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• camps with overnight cabins to post on the interior doors. of an emergency evacuation, the evacuation map
• and relocation maps, as well as an alternative route if the primary evacuation route is obstructed.
• Redundancy is how you teach them what the map and the route is, and this is a way that they can see that
• map and they can see that there is actually a plan.
• campers additional peace of mind that even in emergency situations, they know what they can identify—a map

Bills: HB1, HB 2, HB 3, HB 5, HB20, HB 22

Keywords: youth camps, emergency preparedness, safety standards, health regulations, camp licensing, disaster preparedness, emergency management, flooding, mass fatality, mass casualty, fatality tracking, body recovery, autopsy, justice of the peace, medical examiner, county judge, sheriff, mayor, emergency coordinator, emergency manager license

Summary: The committee meeting primarily focused on the discussion and passage of several key bills, including SB5, which pertains to supplemental appropriations for disaster relief. This bill was passed unanimously, highlighting the committee's commitment to addressing disaster preparedness. HB20, aimed at reducing fraudulent charitable solicitations during disasters, also saw significant debate, with positive sentiments expressed by its sponsor, Mr. Darby. Additionally, HB22, which expands the authority of the comptroller to fund emergency communication systems, was passed with overwhelming support, indicating a consensus on improving emergency response capabilities within the state. The session concluded with discussions about future legislative measures aimed at strengthening infrastructure against disasters.

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• We have a very robust data and mapping program that has been even longer.
• Uh, since 2008, the state has been mapping out broadband infrastructure.
• ><c> has</c><00:02:02.479><c> been</c><00:02:02.880><c> even</c> mapping program that has been even mapping
• <c> broadband</c> been mapping out broadband been mapping out broadband infrastructure.<00:02:08.319>
• </c><00:03:59.519><c> So</c> updated our interactive map. So updated our interactive map.

Bills: HF3508, HF3548, HF3549

Keywords: dairy assistance, agriculture, investment, relief initiative, farm support, farm assistance, down payment, state funding, loan modification, grain indemnity, financial security, crop insurance, Minnesota agriculture, 1183, house

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• </c> "Make sure you get the pathway maps "Make sure you get the pathway maps done
• We got the pathway maps done. done." We got the pathway maps done.
• Um, right now our maps are pretty kids.
• Believe it or not, this mapping didn't exist.
• Believe it or not, this mapping didn't exist.

Bills: SB2901, SB2902, SB2903, SB2904, SB2905, SB2906, SB2907, SB2908, SB2909, SB2910, SB2911, SB2912, SB2913, SB2914, SB2915, SB2916, SB2917, SB2918, SB2919, SB2920, SB2921, SB2922, SB2923, SB2924, SB2925, SB2926, SB2927, SB2928, SB2929, SB2930, SB2931, SB2932, SB2933, SB2934, SB2935, SB2936, SB2937, SB2938, SB2939, SB2940, SB2941, SB2942, SB2943, SB2944, SB2945, SB2946, SB2947, SB2948, SB2949, SB2950, SB2951, SB2952, SB2953, SB2954, SB2955, SB2956, SB2957, SB2958, SB2959, SB2960, SB2961, SB2962, SB2963, SB2964, SB2965, SB2966, SB2967, SB2968, SB2969, SB2970, SB2971, SB2972, SB2973, SB2974, SB2975, SB2976, SB2977, SB2978, SB2979, SB2980, SB2981, SB2982, SB2983, SB2984, SB2985, SB2986, SB2987, SB2988, SB2989, SB2990, SB2991, SB2992, SB2993, SB2994, SB2995, SB2996, SB2997, SB2998, SB2999, SB3000

Keywords: geological subsurface characterization, groundwater, geothermal resources, environmental review, Hawaii groundwater and geothermal resources center, scientific research, non-extractive, public trust doctrine, clean energy, greenhouse gas, carbon sequestration, climate change, energy policy, Hawaii state energy office, emissions reduction, sustainable development, fare-free transportation, greenhouse gas emissions, public transit, tax on petroleum

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• You may not be able to see it on the map that's in black and white, but Minnesota's a brown state.
• If you're a brown or yellow state on this map, you've got a big problem.
• </c> a brown or yellow State on this map a brown or yellow State on this map you've<00:03:04.560><c>
• But I think if you look at a zoning map from the Ely area and you look at a zoning map from where Representative
• :45.199><c> where</c> look at a zoning map from where look at a zoning map from where representative<

Keywords: 1183, house

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• many cases, there are, they are working without the critical information they need, such as detailed maps
• mandates that certain critical infrastructure facilities provide standardized detailed emergency response maps
• These maps will include key information like building layouts, utility shutoffs, and the location of
• And administrative authority for the MAP grant program from DPS to to the Criminal Justice division in
• that can register it with us and we basically keep that data and then put it into a little arc GIS map