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• So with that said, I ask your aye vote. Thank you. Thank you, Senator.
• I voted against the block; some of those people were great.
• So I would encourage you to vote yes on this.
• Voting nay: Anderson, Drazan, Gerardo?
• The governor's appointments are confirmed by a 16-aye vote.

Keywords: 907, all

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• So with that said, I ask for your aye vote. Thank you. So with that said, I ask for your aye vote.
• Excused: Gorsek, Hayden, voting nay.
• Gorsek, Hayden, voting nay.
• I voted against the block. Some of those people were great.
• So I would encourage you to vote yes on this.

Summary: The Senate convened with the Pledge of Allegiance and an invocation by Senator Starr, followed by several courtesies recognizing Pride Month, a staff birthday, and later a retirement and a community celebration. Senator Robinson then used remonstrances to warn against expanding surveillance through school bus camera systems, arguing that leaked plans from a vendor could create commercial databases of drivers’ movements and erode privacy. The main business was confirmation of numerous gubernatorial appointments and reappointments to boards and commissions. Senators debated the process at length, with several minority members objecting that the volume of nominees, limited hearing time, and lack of transparency made meaningful advice-and-consent review difficult. Supporters responded that the nominees were qualified public servants and that the Senate should work with the Governor’s office on reforms. The Senate first confirmed a large block of appointments, then confirmed two Sustainability Board appointees, and later confirmed three Quality Education Commission appointees after extended debate. The Quality Education Commission nominations drew the most substantive policy discussion. Opponents argued the commission needs more technical research expertise and broader representation, while supporters emphasized the nominees’ education experience and direct knowledge of Oregon schools. Several senators described Oregon’s education system as in crisis, citing low reading and math proficiency, chronic absenteeism, and the need for urgent reform of the Quality Education Model and school funding. The Senate also received a proposed rule amendment creating an official Senate seal, which was distributed and held on the table, and the chamber adjourned without further action.

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• correlation between students who were getting suspended or having disciplinary issues and then absenteeism
• Issues of absenteeism among students who were missing school a lot were then getting into trouble when
• Dealing with attendance, report cards, student schedules, and absenteeism.
• They identify if a student is chronically absent or if there are trends in absenteeism.

Bills: HB205, HB226, HB234

Keywords: sales tax, use tax, exemption, tax conformity, tangible personal property, Alabama Department of Revenue, retail tax, consumer use tax, nonresident, religious publications, church magazines, Bible class materials, Sunday school materials, tax administration, indirect tax, state revenue, HB226, homestead exemption, ad valorem tax, property tax

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• And by your vote, CS for SB 1036 is reported favorably.
• And by your vote, CS for SB 1136 is reported favorably.
• Yes, and by your vote, SB 920 is reported favorably.
• And by your vote, SB 1216 is reported favorably.
• And by your vote, SPB 7022 is reported favorably.

Summary: The Senate Education Pre-K through 12 Committee met with a quorum and considered several education-related bills. SB 1036 on school counselors was amended with a technical clarification and reported favorably. SB 1136 on dental screenings for K-12 students was converted by delete-all amendment to place the screening definition in the School Health Services Act and align notice and parent-exemption procedures; it also passed favorably, with support noted from PTA and other witnesses. SB 920 on mathematics education was reported favorably after discussion of applied algebra courses tied to career pathways, while preserving Algebra I standards, the end-of-course exam, graduation requirements, and university admission eligibility. SB 1216 on public school personnel compensation, which would give districts more flexibility on pay, cost-of-living adjustments, and advanced degrees, also passed favorably with broad support from educators and former school board members. The committee then approved SPB 7022, which reenacts and extends a public records exemption for classroom examination and assessment instruments through 2031 and expands coverage to district school boards and public schools. SB 464 on observance of Veterans Day in K-12 schools was reported favorably after extensive debate about whether schools should be closed or could instead hold Veterans Day programs; supporters emphasized statewide consistency and honoring veterans, while some members raised scheduling and instructional-day concerns. SB 538 on physical education and extracurricular participation was amended to establish standardized eligibility rules for public, private, virtual, and home education students, limit duplicate participation across schools, require annual participation in the Presidential Youth Fitness Program, and leave coach compensation to district discretion; it was then reported favorably. SB 178 on athletics and public K-12 schools was amended to add a $15,000 annual cap on coach personal spending per team and was reported favorably after discussion about good-faith support for student-athletes, recruiting concerns, and the need for guardrails. A temporary postponement was announced for SB 430 on the oath of school personnel. At the end of the meeting, Senator Osgood recorded a favorable vote on SB 1036, and the committee adjourned without further business.

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• So, that's just a simple request, maybe you can vote it out today.
• I implore this committee to vote yes for HB 304.
• I also thought of the congressman that didn't want to vote on the spending bill and congressman Bowman
• Please vote yes and protect your children. and mine and everyone's grandchildren from this crime.
• Votes? Ms. Colson, I want to thank you. for sharing your story.

Bills: HB268, HB305, HB307, HB380, HB548, HB727, HB268, HB305, HB307

Keywords: false reporting, emergency response, criminal penalties, restitution, public safety, penalties, emergency services, public institutions, false reports, criminal penalty, pretrial hearings, criminal competency, legal process, court timelines, restoration of competency, fines, community service, credit, criminal justice, defendants

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• The vote is 30, and therefore the petition is sustained.
• The vote is 30, and therefore the petition is sustained.
• In 1994, I believe it was an actual vote.
• It was a vote.
• Do not know if he personally voted on it.

Keywords: 914, all

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• I thank you so much, and I urge you to please vote this bill favorably.
• I thank you so much, and I urge you to please vote this bill favorably out of the committee, and let's
• Employers report a lower absenteeism rate of employees who are part of this program, and not only has
• I urge you to vote in favor of this legislation, and thank you, esteemed members of the committee, for
• And by voting yes, you will say to parents what was once said to me: Don't worry about it.

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development heard testimony on several workforce-related bills, with most of the hearing focused on ESOL and apprenticeship legislation, followed by testimony on a four-day workweek pilot and paid prenatal leave. On ESOL, witnesses including the Boston Foundation, Skillworks, MassINC, MIRA, JVS Boston, Eastern Bank, immigrant advocates, employers, and legislators supported H.2080/S.1326, arguing that Massachusetts has a large backlog of limited-English-proficiency residents waiting for classes, that ESOL is essential to economic mobility and immigrant integration, and that the state needs a coordinated, statewide strategy with more vocational and workplace-focused English instruction. Testifiers cited long waitlists, fragmented delivery across agencies, labor shortages, and examples of workplace English programs helping immigrants gain jobs, advance careers, and support businesses. Committee members asked questions about how vocational ESOL differs from standard classes, and witnesses explained that it focuses on job-specific language and workplace scenarios. The committee also heard strong support for H.2085/S.1303, which would require more use of registered apprentices on public construction projects over $1 million. Labor leaders from the Massachusetts AFL-CIO and Massachusetts Building Trades, along with electricians and apprentices, said the bill would help apprentices complete training by ensuring enough job-site hours, expand access to good union careers, and strengthen the construction workforce for housing, infrastructure, and clean energy work. Several witnesses defended existing apprenticeship ratios and electrical licensing standards, warning against deregulation and emphasizing safety. Committee members asked about project thresholds and apprenticeship ratios, and witnesses said the bill’s phased apprentice-hour requirement was intended to cover most public projects under current cost conditions. The committee then heard testimony on S.1330, a four-day workweek pilot program. Senator Dillon Fernandez and Representative Shirley Arriaga described the proposal as a response to burnout, affordability pressures, and changing workplace norms, arguing that a pilot would let Massachusetts study whether shorter workweeks improve productivity, retention, and worker well-being. Witnesses said the model could help families balance caregiving and commuting while maintaining or improving output. Finally, the committee took testimony on S.1361, establishing paid prenatal leave. Parents, health advocates, March of Dimes, and others said paid leave would help pregnant workers attend critical prenatal appointments, reduce missed care, and improve maternal and infant health outcomes. Several speakers shared personal stories about high-risk pregnancies, pregnancy loss, and the financial strain of taking unpaid time off. No votes were taken during the hearing; the committee primarily received testimony and asked a limited number of questions.

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• In 2015, we launched Truancy Court to address the challenges presented by chronic absenteeism.
• In 2015, we launched Truancy Court to address the challenges presented by chronic absenteeism.
• In 2015, we launched Truancy Court to address the challenges presented by chronic absenteeism. rhods
• <00:31:39.440> by<00:31:39.600> chronic presented by chronic presented by chronic absenteeism
• the key is early absenteeism the key is early intervention<00:31:43.240> so<00:31:43.440>

Keywords: House Agenda:, 910, house, all

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• landowners in the state of Wyoming, and we're seeing an increase of absentee landowners for the purpose
• The roll call vote on Senate File 25, as amended. Senator Boner: No. Senator Hicks: Aye.
• Chairman, Senator Hicks has left an absentee vote of I. >> Senator Jones? >> I. >> Senator Schuler?
• Chairman, Senator Hicks has left an absentee<01:24:48.719> vote<01:24:48.960> of<01:24:
• absentee vote of I. absentee vote of I.

Bills: SF0025, SF0027, SF0043, SF0066

Keywords: landowner licenses, hunting, wildlife management, quota hunt areas, game and fish commission, game management, hunting regulations, black bear, tracking dogs, wildlife conservation, conservation, contracting, supervisor, funding, districts, hunting licenses, donated licenses, life-threatening illness, vision impairment, nonprofit organizations

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• , students face difficulty with academics and memory, lower standardized test scores, increased absenteeism
• , students face difficulty with academics and memory, lower standardized test scores, increased absenteeism
• test and memory, lower standardized test scores,<00:14:57.120> increased<00:14:57.680> absenteeism
• ,<00:14:59.120> and scores, increased absenteeism, and scores, increased absenteeism, and

Keywords: 958, all

Summary: The Kentucky Senate convened with an opening prayer and Pledge of Allegiance, then completed roll call, excused absent senators, and approved the journal from February 3, 2026. The chamber received second readings for Senate Bill 5 on Kentucky-grown agricultural product procurement and Senate Bill 73 on tallow-based cosmetic products, and heard committee reports advancing Senate Bill 18 with a committee substitute, along with Senate Bills 33, 85, and 132. The House also communicated passage of House Bill 1694 and requested concurrence. Senate Bill 162, relating to children, was introduced, and Senate Bill 34 was passed over while retaining its place on the calendar. The Senate adopted Senate Citation 4 recognizing National School Counseling Week, with remarks emphasizing the role of school counselors in student academic and mental health support. The body also adopted Senate Resolution 71 honoring Dr. Samantha Shaver for her service as president of the Kentucky Dental Association; the sponsor and other members praised her leadership and oral health advocacy. Later, the Senate received a committee report posting Senate Bills 5, 12, and 73 to the regular orders and referring several bills to committees, including Senate Bills 129, 136, and 183 to Economic Development, Tourism, and Labor, Senate Bill 71 to Education, and Senate Bill 9 to State and Local Government. Members made several co-sponsorship requests for bills including Senate Bills 9, 12, 33, 132, 143, 153, 154, 159, and 183. A lengthy floor statement from the Senator from Clay praised Senator McConnell’s long service and recent federal funding achievements for Kentucky, including education, transportation, defense, and economic development projects. The Senate also received a floor amendment to Senate Bill 33, introduced Senate Bill 163 on unemployment insurance and Senate Resolution 78 honoring the CSX Santa Train, and then adjourned until 2 p.m. on Thursday, February 5, 2026.

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• to vote or whether they're<00:52:22.960> voting.
• vote to be able to vote. vote to be able to vote.
• vote? vote?
• <01:16:12.607> [snorts] to vote. [snorts] to vote.
• Voters are voting to or from a particular address, especially when you consider absentee ballots, and

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• Sometimes things sometimes votes votes votes happen<00:59:00.280> and<00:59:00.400> in<
• Were they all voted on, or were just some voted on?
• uh with a voice vote. uh with a voice vote.
• in regard to that vote. in regard to that vote.
• the vote.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• And this does restrict this activity during the period beginning on the first day of the absentee voting
• The chair's been here and voted down and led that vote.
• The chair's been here and voted down and led that vote.
• The chair's been here and voted down and led that vote.
• . voting. voting.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• to vote yes on this file. to vote yes on this file.
• He urged members to vote yes, saying a yes vote supports kids, families, and educators, while a no vote
• A vote what what a vote on this bill is.
• Voting<01:10:21.360> no. Voting no. Voting no.
• to all vote in affirmative. to all vote in affirmative.

Bills: HF3435, HF3409

Keywords: school access, school site, school district, charter school, federal agents, DHS, Department of Homeland Security, ICE, Immigration and Customs Enforcement, CBP, Customs and Border Protection, USCIS, immigration enforcement, judicial warrant, student privacy, school safety, sanctuary schools, warrant requirement, federal warrant, school grounds

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• House Bill 773 relates to elections, absentee voting, cure process legislation, excuse me, the Governor's
• I would like to move that we reconsider a vote so that a member can change his vote.
• vote.
• vote.
• I urge you to vote no.

Keywords: April 22, 2026 - Reconvened Session, 976, house, all

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• The second is through early voting, and the third is through day of in-person voting.
• In-person voting occurs at voting convenience centers.
• Importantly, New Mexico's voting rules are the same regarding the number of days of early voting and
• Never mind, not early voting.
• Ensure that those who want to vote are and are eligible to vote can vote.

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• It should be voted down, and I'll be voting no. Thank you.
• IT SHOULD BE VOTED DOWN. AND I'LL BE VOTING. NO THANK YOU.
• I vote aye.
• I vote aye.
• I vote aye.

Keywords: 993, senate, all

Summary: The Senate opened with the Pledge of Allegiance and an invocation, then approved the prior day’s journal and proceeded to a lengthy third-reading calendar. Early business included several motions to discharge Assembly bills from committees and substitute identical Senate bills, along with a few bills laid aside for the day. The chamber also recalled two bills from the Assembly, restored one bill to the Third Reading Calendar after reconsideration, and received amendments on two other bills without changing their calendar status. The Senate then took up a large number of bills across topics including labor, energy, insurance, consumer protection, environmental conservation, health, banking, elections, public service, education, workers’ compensation, criminal justice, local government, and tax law. Most measures passed with broad support, though several drew recorded opposition. Notable debate included Senator Mayer’s explanation for a bill intended to prevent treatment-court participants, including veterans, from losing their driver’s licenses twice after completing diversion programs; Senator Ryan’s support for a bill expanding prosecutors’ ability to treat repeat sexual abuse as persistent abuse; and a sharp exchange on a bill repealing New York’s HIV/STI criminalization law, with Senators Borrello and Chan opposing it and Senator Salazar defending the repeal as necessary to reduce stigma and protect survivors. The chamber also adopted and recognized several resolutions and guest presentations. Members welcomed the Tri-Valley Secondary School girls cross country champions, Miss America Cassie Donagan and Miss New York Teen Nadia Anwar, and the Hudson High School varsity boys basketball team. Later, the Senate took up a resolution proclaiming May 2026 as Maternal Mental Health Month, with multiple senators speaking in support of greater awareness, reduced stigma, and improved care for pregnant and postpartum New Yorkers. At the end of the session, the sponsors opened the day’s resolutions for co-sponsorship, and the Senate adjourned until Monday, June 1 at 12 noon, with intervening days designated as legislative days.

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• Representative Haroldson left an absentee vote of aye. Representative Pendergraft. >> Aye.
• Seeing none, let's go ahead and vote on the bill. >> Roll call vote.
• Representative Haroldson left an absentee vote of aye. Representative Pendergraft. >> Aye.
• >> representative Harelton left an absentee >> representative Harelton left an absentee
• So regardless of our vote, committee.

Bills: SF0101

Keywords: Second Amendment, firearm regulation, state legislation, public safety, civil penalties, 916, all

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• Studying student truancy and absenteeism.
• If not, I will have the clerk call the vote on the amendment. Mr.
• If not, I will have the clerk call the vote for a do not pass, so he do not want it to pass the vote.
• Have the clerk call the vote for a do not pass, so he do not want it to pass the vote.
• Seeing none, we'll have the clerk call the vote for a do pass on 1540.

Keywords: 908, all

Summary: The committee first took up House Bill 1012, the Department of Health and Human Services budget. Senator Dever walked through the amended budget, highlighting a roughly $5.85 billion all-funds total, major one-time items for IT, child care, housing, behavioral health, juvenile justice, rural EMS, and supportive housing, along with funding for Medicaid expansion, CCBHCs, opioid settlement uses, and several studies and reporting requirements. Members discussed the provider inflation increase, with Senator Mathern urging a 2%/2% rate instead of 2%/1.5%, but the committee adopted the subcommittee amendment and then passed the amended bill 15-0 with a do-pass recommendation. Senator Dever was named as carrier. The committee then considered House Bill 1540, a school choice/education savings account-style bill. Senator Shibley explained the subcommittee amendments, including clarifying the Bank of North Dakota as administrator, adding a means test at 400% of the federal poverty guideline, and adjusting the fiscal note to about $21.7 million for the second year. In debate, members raised concerns about the bank being assigned duties outside its normal role, the lack of DPI involvement, and whether the means test should be tiered rather than a hard cutoff. The committee rejected a do-not-pass motion 5-10-1, then approved a do-pass motion on the amended bill 9-6-1, with Senator Wobama noted as the likely carrier. The meeting ended with the chair announcing the committee would adjourn and reconvene the next morning.

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• They drive up health care costs for employers, reduce productivity, and increase absenteeism.
• Our chronic absenteeism in the 2023-24 school year was 28%, which I believe is below the state average
• Chronic absenteeism<00:37:23.280> is<00:37:23.599> defined<00:37:24.079> by<00:37
• :25.200> um<00:37:25.440> averaging absenteeism is defined by um averaging absenteeism
• in the 23 24 school year was absenteeism in the 23 24 school year was 28%<00:37:35.599> which

Keywords: 1. Call to Order and Roll Call – 00:00:00 2. Approval of Minutes – 00:01:32 3. Getting to Know the Foundation for a Healthy Kentucky – 00:02:26 4. Healthy Kids Clinic – 00:26:58 5. Pharmacy Payment Parity – 00:56:36 6. Ibogaine – 01:17:37 7. Consideration of Referred Administrative Regulations – 01:53:05 8. Adjournment – 01:53:19, 958, all

Summary: The committee first approved the prior meeting minutes and recognized Eric Clark for his service, noting this may be his last meeting before he leaves state government. The main presentation was from Allison Adams, president and CEO of the Foundation for a Healthy Kentucky, who described the organization’s history, nonpartisan mission, and focus on health equity, prevention, and upstream policy solutions. She said Kentucky’s poor rankings in chronic disease, preventable hospitalizations, and life expectancy show the need to shift resources toward prevention and community-driven strategies rather than relying mainly on treatment after people become sick. Adams emphasized leading health indicators, arguing that lawmakers should track actionable measures such as quit attempts and smoke-free policies instead of only lagging indicators like disease rates and mortality. In response to questions, she said accountability should be shared across communities and systems, with possible incentives and disincentives tied to outcomes, and she supported creating a public data utility or dashboard, ideally with university partners, to help legislators and communities monitor progress. She also cited examples of accountable health community models and said Kentucky could adapt similar approaches. The committee then heard from Meade County Schools Superintendent Mark Martin and district health coordinator Karen Kotche about the Healthy Kids Clinic partnership with Cumberland Health. They described a seven-year effort that led to full implementation in the district, which now has a nurse in every school and a nurse practitioner, allowing services such as sports physicals and other clinic functions to be provided on campus. They said the program has been a strong investment for students and the community and began explaining how the district built the partnership after earlier efforts and delays, including the pandemic.