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• funding, the Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe's Outdoor Heritage Council is recommending a total of 53 programs
• And of course, this art sounds of the Heritage Council program.
• I'm not aware of what happened there because this all happened a very long time ago.
• And, oh, by the way, on the civil rights violations, some of you may not be aware that the U.S.
• This is quite rare in the Legacy space that I'm aware of, or even in the Legacy space last cycle.

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• Are you aware of any... y'all and we've got a lot of other people coming up to testify.
• Are you aware of the city ever reaching... out to the toll authority or the county.
• Nothing I'm aware of. You're not aware of any of that? No, Chairman. Okay.
• I'm not aware of the documents you have, sir. Okay, but you know what your CAFR is, don't you?
• The limited number of available instructors statewide calls into question the need for this program.

Bills: SB39, SB2129, SB2141, SB2246, SB2323, SB2439, SB2722, SB 39

Keywords: commercial motor vehicle, truck liability, motor carrier, trucking, civil liability, respondeat superior, negligent entrustment, negligent maintenance, negligent loading, negligent repair, bifurcated trial, exemplary damages, punitive damages, personal injury, collision, employer liability, vicarious liability, Civil Practice and Remedies Code, Texas tort reform, commercial truck accident

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• I'm the head of Arctic Sciences in the Office of Polar Programs at the U.S.
• So this is, again, this is this awareness issue of we're trying to get.
• I think the Danish defense investments that have been announced include domain awareness capabilities
• It limits deterrence, it limits presence, it limits our ability to have domain awareness of critical
• For instance, the National Science Foundation's Office of Polar Programs guides critical research on

Keywords: Greenland, acquisition, national security, Arctic, geopolitical, China, Russia, icebreakers, trade routes

Summary: The meeting convened by the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation focused on the potential acquisition of Greenland by the United States. This issue, first raised by President Trump in 2019, has gained renewed significance amidst shifting global dynamics and the strategic importance of Greenland in relation to transatlantic trade routes and national security. The members discussed the geopolitical implications of Greenland's position, especially given the increasing influence of China and Russia in the Arctic region. Notably, the urgency to address military presence and icebreaker capabilities in the Arctic was a major point of contention, with a call for a new fleet to counter foreign dominance in the area.

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• give The geographic preference that has been in the books for a long time in the school lunch program
• The bill establishes the Farm to Families program to alleviate food shortages in the state.
• establishes the farm to families program establishes the farm to families program to<00:55:41.799
• We were made aware; we work with them so that they can take appropriate action, or we can assist them
• We were made aware; we work with them so that they can take appropriate action, or we can assist them

Keywords: 910, house, all

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• California already recognizes limits in other parole programs, such as the youth offender parole program
• The elderly parole program for parole is strenuous.
• I'm a senior program associate at VERA California.
• but also reinforces trust in the Medi-Cal program.
• In opposition, we are aware of the amendments.

Keywords: 987, senate, all

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• Uh, this is a subject near and program.
• locally, working with our vendor to get them programmed.
• locally, working with our vendor to get them programmed.
• locally, working with our vendor to get them programmed.
• locally, working with our vendor to get them programmed.

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• The old program we used to manage lost money.
• We still see some entities coming to join our program.
• Support is funded entirely by transfers within the agency, so from different programs to program support
• And so moving on to the next program.
• So that transfer out of the Risk Management Program into Program support is significantly lower in the

Keywords: 996, all

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• How the various programs we have in Texas are also working.
• The cost of the program is an estimated $10,000.
• The no contact is a condition of this program.
• And after enough of that happened in the science program...
• Neither, up until I was aware of it.

Bills: HB168, HB 1044, HB1534, HB1914, HB2240, HB2530, HB3284, HB3395, HB3515, HB3783, HB4034, HB4213, HB168

Keywords: marriage age, minors, family law, void marriage, rights of minors, Texas marriage law, marriage ceremony, authorized officiants, family code, judges, religious leaders, parent-child relationship, Department of Family and Protective Services, legal rights, notice requirements, HB 1914, Texas Family Code, Chapter 156, conservatorship, custody

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• . program.
• Uh, work closely with the food distribution programs, our tribal health programs, our commodity programs
• > commodity tribal health programs, our commodity tribal health programs, our commodity programs
• I'm not aware. within the tribal code. I'm not aware.
• programs for Arapo schools. programs for Arapo schools. Um<04:07:59.279> Mr.

Keywords: 916, all

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• The certification program identifies the hardening measures, including defensible space, that will let
• But this is the first fundamental step: have the right voluntary certification program.
• County, all of them have brush inspection programs for all homes that are in areas that are like this
• You could really have sort of a whole awareness week going on in the state of California at the same
• That slowed us down by a year here on the voluntary certification program.

Keywords: 987, senate, all

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• mistaken, there was also a bill in the other body that may somewhat address this, though he was not aware
• the fee for the program to be paid<00:25:18.840> for<00:25:19.120> the<00:25:19.360>
• is is uh situated for uh this program is is uh situated differently<00:29:06.240> than<00:29:
• I would just say that the program did show good results, so I have high hopes for it.
• did show good that this um the program did show good results<00:47:14.000> so<00:47:14.200>

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• The bond directs the bulk of the funding to proven programs in California.
• and the Portfolio Reinvestment Program, California's most effective affordable housing programs.
• Obviously, we need $100 billion in this program right now.
• Obviously, we need $100 billion in this program right now.
• So, well, there are clearly are other cities that want to Programs.

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• We no longer work an accredited program.
• health programs. health programs.
• Minnesota currently also has 14 massage therapy programs, all teaching educational programs at 600 hours
• therapy programs all teaching educational<00:25:47.560> programs<00:25:48.080> at<00:25
• ,<00:26:05.800> wellness rehabilitation programs, wellness rehabilitation programs, wellness

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• She wants to be a social worker, and she was having to decide between programs at a private university
• And so if you are creating your own small business, how do you access public retirement programs like
• Building mentorship, We do that through our HOPE College Leadership Program, which is national.
• They are aware that ICE has attempted to enter their schools in Los Angeles and that children across
• And so that program has really grown this year in an effort to protect folks as they vend.

Summary: The Select Committee on Latina Inequities met at Los Angeles Mission College in Sylmar, hosted by Assemblymember Celeste Rodriguez and joined by Assemblymember Mia Bonta. Rodriguez opened by framing the committee’s work around the economic status of Latinas and the effects of federal policies on the economy and social safety net, while the college president welcomed the committee and described campus services for undocumented and housing-insecure students. Rodriguez also emphasized the local impact of immigration enforcement in the San Fernando Valley and said the hearing would focus on Latinas’ economic conditions, immigration enforcement impacts on the workforce and safety, and H.R. 1’s effects on the safety net. The first panel featured HOPE’s Maria Morales and Dr. Elsa Macias, who presented findings from HOPE’s National Economic Status of Latinas report. They said Latinas are a major and growing part of California’s population and workforce, but face persistent inequities, including a large wage gap, higher unemployment, high uninsured rates, student debt, and affordability pressures around child care, housing, and education. They also discussed entrepreneurship, noting both the growth of Latina-owned businesses and barriers such as limited access to capital, technical assistance, and retirement and health coverage. In response to committee questions, they said higher education can still offer a strong return on investment, but only if students can complete degrees without being overwhelmed by debt and care costs; they also pointed to policy solutions such as SB 642, mentorship, financial literacy, CalSavers access, and support for community development financial institutions. The second panel focused on immigration enforcement and Latina safety in the workforce. Luis Nolasco of the ACLU described arrests tied to apparent ethnicity and Spanish-speaking, the chilling effect on families, and the loss of wages, school attendance, and mobility. Dr. Amada Armenta said immigration enforcement harms California’s economy, public health, and mixed-status families, and noted that undocumented workers are concentrated in agriculture, construction, and child care. SEIU’s Jen Baca Beltran said raids and school-based enforcement traumatize children and families and highlighted the need for Know Your Rights trainings. Megan Ortiz of IDEPSCA described repeated Border Patrol raids on day labor centers, injuries to staff, and the need to protect worker centers, domestic workers, and street vendors. Inclusive Action’s Shannon Camacho said raids have forced many informal workers to stop working, prompted emergency cash assistance and rent relief efforts, and strengthened advocacy for vendor protections and CDFI support. CHIRLA’s Jeanette Zanipatine said the rapid response network has expanded, documented widespread arrests and detention conditions, and is providing direct support and legal referrals; committee members asked about detention, maternal health, and what the state can do, and panelists urged stronger oversight, more legal representation, and protections for pregnant and detained people.

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• program.
• <03:31:39.680> So was not aware of the CATS program.
• So was not aware of the CATS program.
• It's a unique program. program. program. >> I<03:32:15.520> understand.
• Is it some programs? Is it So program? Is it some programs?

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• And I want to tell you swim program.
• Welcome. program together that accomplishes program together that accomplishes something<00:08:28.720
• discretion as to what kind of programs discretion as to what kind of programs they're<00:46:09.040
• Um this is ready community program.
• Senate file 69 and literacy program.

Keywords: 916, all

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• here to benefit from our public programs here to benefit from our public programs pay<00:03:35.799
• <00:05:01.160> to hospitals but using public programs to hospitals but using public programs
• attestation can qualify for this program attestation can qualify for this program and<00:10:10.959
• consider how we can make the program consider how we can make the program work<00:18:51.679>
• program program often<00:23:29.440> using<00:23:29.840> our<00:23:30.000> immigrant

Bills: HF10, HF27

Keywords: undocumented immigrants, state funding, MinnesotaCare, scholarship ineligibility, state assistance, permit to carry, concealed carry, handgun permit, firearm permit, pistol training, sheriff, application process, electronic filing, mail application, fax submission, certified mail, certified delivery, gun rights, Second Amendment, firearms regulation

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• , including 50 million dollars for a new grant program to create or expand food.
• . 75 million for the agriculture and aquaculture natural disaster loan program and 119 million dollars
• and the Silk Coat Culture Disaster Recovery Grant program.
• Are you aware that fluoride is a naturally occurring? Substance and water senators are now?
• Are you aware of that? This McBride?

Keywords: 999, senate, all

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• We also have the Alliance program.
• This program allows Cal/OSHA, employers, and community-based organizations and faith-based groups to
• I'm not aware of these discussions happening at that level. Who do you talk to about it besides us?
• Cal/OSHA needs the staff to ramp up program inspections.
• It's a much-needed solution to design a first-of-its-kind recruitment, training, and pipeline program

Summary: The hearing focused on a state audit of Cal/OSHA titled “The Division of Occupational Safety and Health: Process Deficiencies and Staffing Shortages Limit Its Ability to Protect Workers.” Committee leaders and the audit team described serious workplace tragedies, argued that California’s worker protections are not being adequately enforced, and said the audit was prompted by concerns that Cal/OSHA was too often relying on letters instead of inspections, delaying investigations, and closing cases without enough documentation. Members repeatedly emphasized that the issue was not just staffing, but also outdated policies, weak oversight, and inconsistent enforcement. State Auditor Grant Parks said the audit found a 32% vacancy rate in 2023-24, heavy reliance on hard-copy files, outdated or unclear policies, and inconsistent decision-making in complaints, accidents, citations, and fine reductions. He said Cal/OSHA conducted on-site inspections in only about 20% of complaints, used letter investigations more than 80% of the time, often lacked evidence that hazards were corrected, and sometimes failed to inspect serious injury cases on time. The audit also found weak documentation for fine calculations and settlement reductions, with some penalties reduced substantially without clear explanations. Parks said the agency had accepted the findings and would provide progress updates later in the year. Committee members pressed the auditor on vacancy rates, the use of letter investigations, the low rate of criminal referrals, and whether fines were being reduced too often. Cal/OSHA and DIR officials responded that the vacancy rate had fallen to 12% partly because 66 vacant positions were eliminated in a statewide budget reduction and partly because of hiring; they said 126 people had been hired in the first half of the year. They also said they had hired a policy writer, were updating several policies, were planning periodic internal audits, and were developing a new data management system expected to go live in late 2026 or early 2027. On fines, officials said Title 8 sets base penalties and allows adjustments based on factors like employer size, history, and good faith, with appeals and informal conferences also affecting final amounts. No votes or formal actions were taken during the hearing.

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• But what we are is we're part of the participation program, and we're also a part of the other program—I
• But what we are is we're part of the participation program, and we're also a part of the other program—I
• so we're part of both of those programs, but we weren't eligible for any of the grant programs because
• You're saying you're not aware of grant programs. Sounds like Mr.
• You're saying you're not aware of grant programs. Sounds like Mr.

Keywords: 1183, house

Summary: House File 2581 was presented as a request for a $1 million state investment in Fortis Capital, a Minnesota nonprofit economic development lender. The bill was described as supporting entrepreneurship and wealth-building by expanding access to capital for businesses that are underserved by traditional lending, especially in rural areas, communities of color, immigrant communities, and low-wealth areas. Testifiers argued that conventional underwriting standards leave viable businesses without financing and that Fortis provides flexible gap financing to help deals close, complementing rather than replacing banks and CDFIs. Brian Smith, co-founder and CEO of Fortis Capital, said the organization was established in 2019 and has deployed 37 loans totaling over $4 million since 2021, leveraging an additional $29.5 million through partnerships. He said Fortis seeks to increase lending capacity, reduce risk in innovative capital structures, expand statewide partnerships, and accelerate small business growth and job creation. In response to questions, he said Fortis typically charges about 6.12% on average, has had two defaults, and operates as a revolving loan fund. He also explained that Fortis already participates in some Department of Employment and Economic Development programs, but is not eligible for certain grant programs because those grants go directly to borrowers. Committee members asked how the proposal fits with existing state economic development efforts and whether competitive grant programs exist for this kind of work. A DED representative said he would need more detail to compare the proposal to agency programs, though he mentioned the emerging entrepreneur loan program as a possible fit. Members also discussed broader concerns about direct appropriations versus competitive grants. No public testimony was offered. Chair Frasier closed by saying the bill addresses a real need and laid House File 2581 over for possible inclusion in a budget bill.