Transcript Highlights:

• their dogs are livestock guardian dogs their dogs are livestock guardian dogs when<00:15:35.920>
• task of these dogs has been those dogs task of these dogs has been those dogs have<00:18:38.160>
• c> they owning dogs, breeded dogs that they owning dogs, breeded dogs that they love,<00:19:59.280
• unregister the dog as a livestock dog. unregister the dog as a livestock dog.
• c> that livestock dogs, uh, guardian dogs that livestock dogs, uh, guardian dogs that are<00:26:07.840

Keywords: 1189, house, all

Transcript Highlights:

• have<00:37:40.880> I<00:37:41.040> guess<00:37:41.200> our<00:37:41.440> dog
• , and Dean and I have I guess our dog, and Dean and I have I guess our dog, Buster,<00:37:42.400>
• collaboration, students will have the opportunity to work on hands-on projects in the wood shop, guided
• collaboration, students will have the opportunity to work on hands-on projects in the wood shop, guided
• by seniors who bring years of guided by seniors who bring years of craftsmanship<00:46:33.119> and

Bills: HF2411, HF2471, HF1440, HF1393, HF1631, HF1259, HF280, HF1281, HF1459

Keywords: cultural heritage, funding, White Earth Nation, tribal community, construction, Delano, sesquicentennial, community events, fall of Saigon, Saigon anniversary, Vietnam War commemoration, Vietnamese Minnesotans, Cambodian Minnesotans, Lao Minnesotans, Southeast Asian refugees, Asian American heritage, cultural heritage fund, Minnesota Humanities Center, Council on Asian Pacific Minnesotans, equity funding

Transcript Highlights:

• guidelines they just tell rules and guid guidelines they just tell rules and guid guidelines they just
• after the game I like good hot dog after the game I like good hot dog after the game I like hamburger
• Friday and I don't ate so many hot dog Friday and I don't ate so many hot dog you want to get back uh
• from that time everything was Rogue dog from that time everything was Rogue dog from that time and now
• that they want this is the section dog that they want this is the section dog that they want to come

Bills: SB 26, SB 28, SJR 36, SB 616, SB 565, SB 384, SB 28, SB 28, SR 131, SR 168, SR 174, SR 175

Keywords: teacher compensation, education funding, public school educators, teacher retention, teacher designation, lottery, gambling, internet gaming, mobile application, criminal offenses, aquifer, water management, Edwards Aquifer, sustainability, regulatory framework, SB 565, Texas Water Code, TCEQ, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, compliance agreement

Transcript Highlights:

• weren't supposed to, and I've also seen members of this chamber, you know, run red lights and leave dog
• um<00:24:53.679> and<00:24:54.679> and<00:24:54.840> leave<00:24:55.159> dog
• know Run Red Lights um and and leave dog know Run Red Lights um and and leave dog poop<00:24:55.679
• I believe the bill does mention the standard, and that standard had five guiding principles: it is secure
• principles it is secure by five guiding principles it is secure by Design<01:05:50.359> the<01

Keywords: 1183, house

Transcript Highlights:

• That is what has guided Sen.
• That is what has guided Sen.
• That is what has guided Sen.
• We have seen a reduction in puppy mill production over 40%, approaching 50%—that's 550,000 dogs that
• We have seen a reduction in puppy mill production over 40%, approaching 50%—that's 550,000 dogs that

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

Transcript Highlights:

• We now have a job leveling guide that is standardized on what the level is. Compensation normally.
• Through this process, we looked at job titles, and the leveling guide revealed a mix of either numbers
• We've made a leveling guide to ensure everyone has a job family with a career track.
• What we also did is we have a compensation philosophy now that will help guide compensation decisions
• We'll create that job using the job architecture framework, our leveling guide, our naming, our job title

Transcript Highlights:

• Also, allowing us to define workflows to guide our staff through the different steps that are required
• But based on their role and what they do within the district or the LEA, they're going to be guided right
• If I log in as a parent, we do provide for those first time Parents logging in a tutorial to guide them
• I'm a little worried because that big test that's coming in or I'm sad because maybe my dog is sick.
• And associate it with guiding the vision because the vision is pretty broad but also specific because

Transcript Highlights:

• Overwhelmingly, I would summarize that to say they would apply it to dog catcher if they probably had
• We're going to be creating those quick guides and white papers in our new policy division, Policy and
• Maybe we want to add another bar on procedure, breakdowns and guides on... ...legislature.
• Moving on to the Tour Guide program.
• Senator Hogan moves to continue the Tour Guide program. Okay. Is there a second?

Summary: The Legislative Procedure and Arrangements Committee met with a quorum, approved the prior minutes, and then took up a draft bill to make legislators’ and candidates’ residential addresses confidential in public records. Legislative Council and the Secretary of State explained the proposal was prompted by security concerns and would protect residential addresses while still allowing election officials to verify residency and keep candidate names and offices public. Members raised concerns about unintended consequences, transparency, and how the change would affect rural districts and residency enforcement. The Secretary of State suggested an amendment to end the confidentiality when a candidate’s term ends, and the committee agreed to hold the bill over for further discussion at the next meeting. The committee also reviewed follow-up materials on legislator security and best practices, including advice on situational awareness, internet hygiene, varying routines, and reporting threats, along with NCSL materials comparing capitol security practices in other states. Members discussed a recent security incident and the need to keep alert contact information current, and staff said they would continue working with the Highway Patrol on legislative-specific notifications. The bulk of the meeting was devoted to Garrity Consulting’s final report on mitigating the effects of legislative term limits. The consultants summarized survey, focus group, and stakeholder input showing concerns about loss of institutional knowledge, leadership turnover, onboarding demands, and workload pressures, while also noting public support for term limits and annual sessions. Recommendations included considering annual sessions or shifting biennial sessions to even-numbered years, restructuring organizational session and interim committee work, creating office hours and more structured orientation and mentorship, expanding ongoing training and staff support, improving public communication and virtual testimony rules, and addressing barriers to service such as employer support and travel costs. Members discussed the tension between making the legislature more effective and preserving a citizen-legislature model, and the report was received as a roadmap for future implementation rather than immediate action.

Bills: SB169, SB180, SB203, SB87, SB195, SB192, SB169, SB180, SB203, SB87, SB195, SB192, HB132, HB37, HB13, HB54, HB126, HB7, SB30, HB188, HB189, HB26, HB264, HB288, HB248, HB249, HB227, HB228

Keywords: Lieutenant Governor, vacancy, governor appointment, Alabama Constitution, state government, media monitoring, government contracts, state agencies, local agencies, media regulations, transparency, dental insurance, medical loss ratio, premium regulation, insurance commissioner, rebate, consumer protection, midwifery, licensed midwives, State Board of Midwifery

Transcript Highlights:

• We are guided by this effort. Thank you. Number 184, Feeding Hawaii Together. Aloha.
• We'll get over the dog issue in just a moment.
• I'm Trudy Fernandez, deputy director of Guide Dogs of Hawaiʻi, on behalf of our executive director, Jeie
• Affiliates okay thank you correct guide Affiliates okay thank you correct guide dogs<05:40:17.280
• director of guide dogs of Hawaii on director of guide dogs of Hawaii on behalf<05:40:27.360>

Keywords: 910, house, all

Transcript Highlights:

• Let truth guide our words and let love of our neighbor guide our decisions.
• And so we offered to pay up to now $5,000 a year for a dog. It's got...
• We offered to pay up to now $5,000 a year for a dog.
• from a level one offense, increasing the minimum sentence imposed for that crime so we can address dog
• from a level one offense, increasing the minimum sentence opposed for that crime so we can address dog

Summary: The Senate opened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and several introductions and memorial remarks, including a moment of silence for service members killed in the conflict in Iran. The chamber then moved to special orders and took up a series of bills, with many measures passing unanimously after brief explanations and, in several cases, substitution of House companions. Early bills included CS/CS/SB 1062 on speech and debate education, which drew extensive supportive debate about the civic value of debate programs and passed 37-0, and SB 1072 on an anti-Semitism task force, which was amended to clarify that criticism of Israel is not prohibited and then passed 37-0. The Senate also approved CS/CS/SB 1230/HB 1019 on PFAS chemicals and firefighting foam, with discussion focused on phasing out AFFF, testing requirements, exceptions for federal aviation and military uses, and support for firefighters and water quality; the bill passed 37-0. Other measures passed without opposition included SB 1706 on the My Safe Florida Condominium Pilot Program, SB 186 on student health and safety and seizure response training, SB 598 on funeral and cemetery services, SB 990/HB 883 on protected cell captive insurance companies, SB 554 on nonprofit corporations, SB 560 on child welfare and foster care medication procedures, SB 684/HB 961 on electronic signatures for salvage titles, and SB 778/HB 569 on forensic client services. Two bills, SB 432 on intoxicating substances and SB 928 on dangerous crimes, were temporarily postponed. A major portion of the meeting was devoted to SB 1134 on official actions of local governments and DEI-related activities. The sponsor argued the bill would prevent counties and municipalities from funding or promoting DEI efforts he described as discriminatory or indoctrinating, while opponents offered amendments to narrow the bill to spending only, add an intent requirement for penalties, and preserve local proclamations and observances. Those amendments were debated at length but were not adopted. The sponsor then continued explaining the bill’s exceptions, including references to holidays, heritage sites, and the Pulse Memorial, and the chamber was still in debate on the underlying measure when the transcript ended.

Transcript Highlights:

• I hate to—I don't want to sound like I'm dogging it, but because we hired a new...
• I'm going to be referring to this guide, and Deborah has one too.
• This is the guide that we're going to be talking about.
• Using these identified interests, DRTC developed a structured and scalable curriculum to guide meaningful
• The student was completing her capstone project and helped create this community-based resource guide

Summary: The meeting focused on integrated employment and related services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, with testimony from several provider agencies and state officials. Robin Arder and Belinda Stevens of ThinkAbility described how their organization supports people through residential services and self-created businesses because community employers often are not ready to hire people with disabilities. They said rigid service rules, difficulty fitting individuals into existing job definitions, and reimbursement requirements can prevent person-centered employment supports. They also reported that, in their experience, employees had not lost benefits when work was coordinated carefully with Social Security and benefits management. Tina Hannah of South Central Industries described a broad business model that includes manufacturing, janitorial and highway contracts, state-use products, a food truck, and an entertainment trailer, along with an adult day program and residential services. She said the organization uses a temp-service style model to make employers more comfortable and noted barriers such as employer concerns about productivity, lack of awareness of tax credits and accessibility resources, and the need for consistent job coaches. Miranda Figueroa of A New Leaf said her agency is moving toward a more person-centered model, including a Transition Academy for young adults that combines independent living instruction, community college classes, internships, and follow-along support; she said the program has an 85% placement rate but is expensive and not eligible for traditional student aid because it is not accredited. She also cited barriers including dual diagnoses, workforce readiness, and low reimbursement rates. Angela Decker and Deborah Copeland of DRTC described their long-running enclave contracts and a new Community Skills and Connection program that uses interest-based cohorts, community exploration, and volunteer experiences to build skills and networks tied to employment. They said the agency is phasing out its 14(c) subminimum wage certificate by the end of the year and is trying to expand community-based opportunities. DRTC and other providers emphasized the need to blend DDS and DRS services more effectively, reduce restrictive rules such as line-of-sight requirements, and better support people in congregate living settings. DRS representatives said the agency does provide school-based transition services, employer accommodations, and job carving support, and noted federal reporting requirements tied to wage outcomes. Members also discussed safety concerns, employer education, data collection, ABLE accounts, and the role of schools in preparing students for work and community life. The co-chairs proposed organizing the task force into three working groups: in-school/transition services, program support and service blending, and community integration/employer engagement. No votes were taken, and the meeting ended with plans for further working-group discussion and follow-up on data and policy ideas.

Transcript Highlights:

• by one big mansion, that impact on the grocery store, the gas station, the bait shop, the fishing guide
• by one big mansion, that impact on the grocery store, the gas station, the bait shop, the fishing guide
• by one big mansion, that impact on the grocery store, the gas station, the bait shop, the fishing guide
• just trickles down to everyone guide just trickles down to everyone else<00:21:49.880> so<00:
• represented these Resorts I have no dog represented these Resorts I have no dog in<00:37:36.200>

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

Transcript Highlights:

• Dog loves it. He needed the medicine anyways.
• <02:30:43.040> Dog<02:30:43.359> loves<02:30:43.600> it.
• Dog loves it. He That's not negative. Dog loves it.
• <03:48:11.520> Tell Just give me your your voter guide.
• Tell Just give me your your voter guide.

Keywords: 981, all

Summary: The House convened, established a quorum, approved the journal, and then moved through announcements and committee scheduling notices. Members recognized visiting groups, including the Adams 12 girls wrestling team and the Northwest Chamber of Commerce, and several representatives announced upcoming committee hearings on bills including House Bill 1317, House Bill 1225, House Bill 1322, Senate Bill 18, and others. The chamber also took a short recess while another committee was meeting. On third reading, the House first laid over Senate Bill 43 until the next day, then considered House Bill 1339, which changes the voluntary legal holiday name on March 31 from Caesar Chavez Day to Farm Workers Day. Supporters said the bill recognizes farmworkers and survivors and reflects recent allegations involving Cesar Chavez; the bill passed 64-0 with one excused. The House then adopted House Bill 1214 on controlled substances licensing (43-21), House Bill 1242 on interlock restricted licenses for impaired drivers (56-8), House Bill 1260 on childcare assistance programs (63-1), House Bill 1188 on securities regulation sunset continuation (43-21), House Bill 106 on designating state higher education institutions as thriving institutions (43-2), House Bill 1197 on the vessel registration program (55-10), and House Bill 1269 on transit access (43-2). The chamber also agreed to make House Bill 1320, Senate Bill 118, House Bill 1195, Senate Bill 88, and House Bill 1304 special orders later that morning. After that, the House resolved into committee of the whole for House Bill 1320, which concerns statutory requirements for ballot title language and accessible language for ballot titles. Representative Luck offered amendment L004 to let proponents of citizen initiatives submit a draft title that would be presumed sufficient unless the title board needed to modify it to meet constitutional and statutory duties. Luck and Bradley argued the change would reduce bias and treat citizen initiatives more fairly compared with legislator-driven measures, while preserving clarity and readability in ballot language. The transcript cuts off before final action on the amendment or bill.

Transcript Highlights:

• received reports that registered voters in county jails are not receiving their voter information guides
• This is generally happening because these voter information guides tend to be held together with staples
• AB 331 requires that both state and county voter information guides be delivered to jails in a format
• Whether even if it's a dog, you stay there.
• She can only spell cat and dog. I don't know how to explain it. She's a kid.

Summary: The committee heard AB 82, which would expand privacy and safety protections for patients and providers of reproductive and gender-affirming care. The author and supporters said the bill is needed because of rising harassment, doxing, and threats, and because sensitive health data could be used by hostile actors; opponents argued it would create constitutional problems, enable abuse of safe-at-home protections, and improperly shield providers and records from scrutiny. Public testimony was heavily divided, with many advocates in support and many privacy, civil liberties, and anti-trafficking or sex-based policy groups in opposition. The bill was moved on a due pass recommendation and remained on call. The committee then heard AB 331, which would clarify that county election certification is a ministerial duty, prohibit misleading ballot return envelopes, and require voter information guides to be delivered to jails in an acceptable format. The Department of Justice and several good-government groups supported the measure, the Secretary of State had no position after amendments, and a committee member noted ongoing concerns but supported it after the changes. The bill passed on a do pass recommendation to Appropriations and was placed on call. AB 1178 followed, proposing to protect undercover peace officers’ names, images, and likenesses in public records while preserving disclosure of sustained misconduct records. Law enforcement and public safety groups supported the bill as a needed safety measure, while journalists, transparency advocates, and civil liberties groups opposed it, saying existing law already protects officers and the new language could lead to overbroad withholding. After discussion about the scope of undercover status and the need for judicial discretion, the bill passed as amended to Appropriations. The committee also adopted a consent calendar. Later, AB 981 was heard, creating a five-county pilot program requiring intelligent speed assistance devices for certain reckless driving convictions. Supporters, including traffic safety advocates and crash victims, said the bill could reduce repeat speeding and save lives; opponents raised concerns about cost, installer oversight, liability for automakers, and the breadth of the pilot. The bill passed as amended to Appropriations. AB 22, which would repeal Proposition 57 and restrict release of sexually violent predators and certain sex offenders, drew strong opposition from youth justice, public defender, and civil liberties groups who said it would be unconstitutional and harmful; the chair recommended no, no motion was made, and the bill was held. Finally, AB 897, a squatter-removal bill, was presented with the author arguing it would protect property owners through a faster due-process process; the transcript cuts off during early support testimony and does not show a final action on that measure.

Transcript Highlights:

• And then who will help to guide them into a healthy lifestyle so they, too, can have the best life outcomes
• ...unique skills, and then who will help to guide them into a healthy lifestyle so they, too, can have
• She brought a therapeutic dog, which was really interesting.

Summary: The meeting opened with routine business, including approval of the January 13, 2026 minutes, and a brief recognition of Autism Awareness Month. The task force then heard a presentation from the University of Arkansas College of Education and Health Professions on two student support programs: the Empower Program for non-degree-seeking students ages 18–24 with mild intellectual disabilities, and the Autism Support Program for degree-seeking students with autism. Speakers described academic coaching, peer and career coaching, residential supports, person-centered planning, internships, and scholarship/fee structures, noting that both programs charge a $5,000 per-semester fee and rely on scholarships and fundraising to offset costs. Members asked about dorm arrangements, individualized plans, and how students transition in and out of supports; presenters explained that Empower students remain in the program throughout, while Autism Support Program students may enter or leave services as needed. The committee next heard from Pulaski Technical College’s 3D program, a three-year transition and post-secondary program for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities focused on culinary, baking, and hospitality training. Presenters outlined integrated classes with traditional students, faded support over time, internships, and outcomes such as 97 students enrolled since the program began, 57 graduates, strong completion rates, and many graduates obtaining and retaining jobs in the food service industry. Members asked about how success is measured, why rates are not 100 percent, the role of integrated classes, tuition, and community partnerships; staff explained that grading includes technical and professional skills, tuition is $5,700 per semester, and scholarships such as GETS and FAFSA help reduce costs. They also noted plans to expand offerings and pursue accreditation through the Inclusive Higher Education Accreditation Council. Finally, the task force received a presentation from SLS Community, a Fayetteville nonprofit serving neurodivergent adults through residential supports, supported employment, community activities, and advocacy. Leaders described a long-term vision tied to the Cato Springs mixed-use development, where housing, jobs, clinical services, and community amenities would be integrated in a “live, work, play” model. They discussed a residential program, a new vocational program called Program Forge, community events, and the challenges of the “services cliff” after age 21, especially for adults with complex support needs. Members and parents spoke about the importance of trained direct support professionals, ABA-based supports, and the need for better funding and service models for adults. The meeting ended with announcements about upcoming autism-related events and a request for future discussion on task force appointments and broader issues around ABA oversight and misuse.

Transcript Highlights:

• It clarifies stakeholder needs guides solution evaluation, and help identify where gaps makes this between
• I believe at the time when they did, it was view all of the game that feature and benefits top of a dog
• transition is absolutely perfect like nothing I have seen yet at this committee. >> So just to out of guide

Transcript Highlights:

• DURING MY TIME ON THE SCHOOL BOARD I LOOKED OF FLORIDA EDUCATION POLICY AS A GUIDE FOR THE SCHOOL DISTRICT
• MY HUSBAND SCOTT WHO SOME OF YOU MAY KNOW AND OUR TWO DAUGHTERS KENDALL AND SARA KATE AND OUR THREE DOGS
• I WANT NOTHING MORE THAN TO SEE UW F FLOURISH GUIDED BY THE BEST LEADERSHIP.

Keywords: 999, senate, all

Transcript Highlights:

• Senator Arrington: So does your bill train or guide military personnel on what desecration of a flag
• So does your bill train or guide military personnel on what desecration of a flag is or what reasonable
• Fine has sponsored over the years that only exist to be messaging tools and dog whistles.

Summary: The Committee on Governmental Oversight and Accountability met with a quorum present and took up two bills and one presentation. Senate Bill 108, on administrative procedures, was presented by Senator Burgess on behalf of Senator Grall. The bill would require agencies to systematically review rules over five years old, submit annual regulatory plans and reports, and take action on reviewed rules; it also would speed publication of proposed rules after new rulemaking authority and expand transparency for incorporated materials and rule histories. Americans for Prosperity appeared in support, there was no debate, and the bill was reported favorably on a roll call vote. The committee then heard a presentation from State Board of Administration Executive Director Chris Spencer on implementation of statutory investment restrictions affecting state funds. He reviewed the SBA’s structure and fiduciary duties, said the agency must maximize financial return using only pecuniary factors, and described the Protecting Florida’s Investments Act restrictions involving Northern Ireland, Cuba, Venezuela, Israel, Sudan, Iran, and China. He noted recent changes, including expanded Iran restrictions after the October 7 attacks, the addition of China-related divestment requirements, and the SBA’s move to eliminate China and Hong Kong from its global equity benchmarks; he said the agency is ahead of schedule on required divestment and in compliance with the law. Senate Bill 100, on display of flags by governmental entities, was then presented by Chair Fine. The bill would prohibit political flags on government buildings and allow active-duty service members and veterans to use reasonable force to stop flag desecration. The committee heard extensive public testimony, with supporters arguing government buildings should not display political messages and opponents raising First Amendment, vagueness, and enforcement concerns, especially regarding LGBTQ-related flags and school settings. Senators also questioned the bill’s definitions and the reasonable-force provision. After debate, the committee voted to report SB 100 favorably, with Senators Arrington and Polsky voting no and Senators Brodeur, McClain, Rodriguez, Fine, and Chair DeSiglie voting yes. At the end of the meeting, Senator Rodriguez was recorded as voting yes on SB 108, and the committee adjourned.

Transcript Highlights:

• But one of the things that guides me, particularly, is hearing from those moms that are literally begging
• But one of the things that guides me and particularly is guiding me today is hearing from those moms
• Across the country, veterans are finding success through programs such as equine therapy, service dog

Keywords: 988, house, all