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• amendments.
• I've taken, I think, like, I don't know how many pages of amendments.
• You mentioned the amendments that you've taken.
• So that is the point of the committee amendments. Yeah.
• This bill enjoys a do pass as amended recommendation.

Summary: The committee first heard AB 470, which would change California’s carrier-of-last-resort rules and allow a phased transition away from copper landlines in areas deemed well served by alternative phone options. The author and AT&T argued the bill would protect consumers, preserve 911 access, require public notice and CPUC review, and direct investment toward modern fiber and emergency communications. Supporters included a wide range of business, civic, tribal, and community groups, while opponents from TURN, rural counties, labor, digital equity organizations, and local governments warned the bill could let AT&T shed service obligations too quickly, weaken protections for rural and underserved households, and harm workers. After extensive member discussion about CPUC authority, rural carveouts, labor impacts, and reinvestment, AB 470 was passed do pass as amended to Appropriations, with one no vote and one not voting, and the roll left open. The committee then took up AB 1532, a committee omnibus bill extending funding and surcharge authority for the Deaf and Disabled Telecommunications Program and the TNC Access for All program, while also adding CPUC accountability provisions. Chair Boerner Horvath explained the bill would not raise consumer costs and would require the CPUC to appear at hearings when requested and adopt rules for commissioner attendance. There was no opposition testimony, and the bill was moved do pass and re-refer to Utilities and Energy, though the roll was left open because it had not yet reached the threshold for immediate transmission. Finally, the committee heard AB 353, the Affordable Home Internet Act of 2025, which would establish an affordability floor for home broadband for low-income Californians after the expiration of the federal Affordable Connectivity Program. Supporters said broadband costs remain too high and that families, students, and vulnerable communities need a state solution now; opponents from the wireless industry and rural county representatives argued the bill would amount to an artificial price mandate and could complicate existing rural broadband buildouts. Members generally supported the goal but raised concerns about impacts on small ISPs and rural areas, and the bill was moved forward with a motion and second while discussion continued about possible exemptions and amendments.

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• Uh there's also a title amendment. Uh there's also a title amendment.
• We do have a title amendment. Is there a motion to adopt the title amendment?
• <00:07:42.800> Motion to adopt the title amendment? Motion to adopt the title amendment?
• adopting title amendment say I. I. adopting title amendment say I. I.
• amendment is adopted. Congratulations. amendment is adopted. Congratulations.

Keywords: 958, all

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• Seeing none, we're now in amendments, seeing no amendments, public testimony.
• Seeing none, any amendments? Yes, Chair, we have an amendment.
• You are recognized to explain the amendment.
• Are there any questions on amendment, barcode number 7.9.
• Any public testimony on the amendment?

Summary: The Intergovernmental Affairs Subcommittee heard four bills. HB 37 by Rep. Nix addressed the removal, storage, and cleanup of damaged electric vehicles, allowing towing and storage operators to charge an administrative fee when EVs are stored under enhanced safety standards such as a 50-foot separation or protective barrier. The sponsor and towing industry witnesses described post-crash battery fire risks, while Tesla and Enterprise Mobility raised concerns that the bill was too broad and could lead to triple storage charges even when battery damage is not present. Members largely supported the concept, though some urged further narrowing; the bill was reported favorably after debate. HB 401 by Rep. Tant would cap inmate health care compensation at 110% of the Medicare reimbursement rate for Jefferson County, with the sponsor and Sheriff Matt McNeil saying the measure would help a fiscally constrained county control rising outside medical costs and encourage providers to contract in advance. With no opposition or debate, the bill was reported favorably. The committee also considered HB 4003 by Rep. Benaroch, a local bill for Marco Island that creates a special-election process for council vacancies when the council fails to act; an amendment extended the election window to 130 days and required the governor to call the election if the council does not do so within 30 days. The amendment was adopted and the bill was then reported favorably. Finally, HB 407 by Rep. Snyder would modernize the Martin County Health Care Fund and define indigency criteria for county-funded indigent care, including residency, income, asset, and Medicaid eligibility limits. County and hospital representatives supported the measure, and one member suggested comparing the bill’s indigency definition with existing criminal indigency standards for consistency. The bill also was reported favorably, and the meeting adjourned after all agenda items were completed.

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• I move the DE1 amendment to House File 2440.
• There's been a motion by Chair Pinto to move the amended DE1 amendment to House File 2440.
• amended uh is in front of us. Um Mr. amended uh is in front of us. Um Mr.
• Chair Pinto moves House File 2440 as amended on to Ways and Means.
• House File 2440 as amended is moved to Ways and Means.

Bills: HF2440

Keywords: labor market, employment, economic development, funding, data analysis, 1183, house

Transcript Highlights:

• Both have amendments. I want to row. Both have amendments.
• amendment to this bill, amendment 064s. amendment to this bill, amendment 064s.
• bill or the amendment? bill or the amendment? >> The<01:31:46.719> amendment.
• >> The amendment. >> The amendment. >> The<01:31:47.280> amendment.
• >> The amendment. >> The amendment.

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• Um, anyone have an amendment to offer? >> I have an amendment. >> Okay.
• So, I need to get an amendment on it.
• Um anyone have an amendment to offer? Um anyone have an amendment to offer?
• >> I have an amendment. >> I have an amendment. >> Okay. >> Okay.
• you so much. >> As amended. >> As amended. >> Yes, sir. >> All right.

Bills: HB586, SB107, HB619, HB586, SB107, HB619

Keywords: HB586, Cullman, Cullman County, City of Cullman, annexation, municipal boundaries, corporate limits, local legislation, boundary adjustment, city limits, municipal expansion, zoning, municipal services, property tax, land use, metes and bounds, Alabama Highway 157, Judge of Probate, SSUT, simplified sellers use tax

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• Madam Whip, members, as amended by the Health and Human Services Committee, House Bill 2050 modifies
• Madam Whip, members, as amended by the Health and Human Services Committee, House Bill 2177 requires
• Madam Whip, members, as amended by the Health and Human Services Committee, House Bill 2177 requires
• Madam Whip and members, House Bill 2476 amends the certification requirements for CPAs.
• Thank you. 2256, members, as amended by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.

Keywords: 1182, all

Summary: The meeting covered a long series of bills, mostly in health, education, commerce, federalism, and government. In health, members discussed radiology technology updates (HB 2050), a tribal Medicaid waiver/drawdown measure with no state cost (HB 2177), an emergency medicine study committee (HB 2183), fetal death certificate and remains-transfer requirements (HB 2184), a physician assistant licensure compact (HB 2190), dementia care telemonitoring funding (HB 2202), SNAP error-rate reduction and fraud/eligibility oversight bills (HB 2206, HB 2442, HB 2797), child welfare protections like credit freezes and recorded interviews (HB 2321, HB 2322), and podiatric licensure compacts (HB 2438). Several of these were described as consent-calendar items, while HB 2206 and the SNAP-related measures drew discussion about fraud reduction, administrative burden, and work requirements. In commerce and finance, the committee heard bills on mobile food vendors and local permits (HB 2118), earned wage access services with fee caps and disclosure rules (HB 2309), CPA licensure changes (HB 2476), cash acceptance for retail purchases under $100 (HB 2555), drone delivery and unmanned aircraft guardrails (HB 2875), timeshare salesperson licensing (HB 2877), and a prohibition on state-mandated social credit scoring in lending decisions (HB 2903). The tax and retirement-related items included 529 plan conformity and Roth IRA transfer rules (HB 2477), annual tax conformity to the Internal Revenue Code (HB 2785), ASRS technical and disability-related changes (HB 2089, HB 2090, HB 2092), and a bill on employee health insurance definitions (HB 2089). The Arizona Commerce Authority bill (HB 2754) would add legislative members to the board and shift more control over trade offices and Arizona Competes Fund spending to the legislature. The education section focused heavily on school governance and finance. Bills included patriotic youth group presentations in schools (HB 2312), school board term limits (HB 2318), mandatory training for governing board members (HB 2379), independent municipal advisors for bond elections (HB 2320), restrictions on districts buying operating charter/private school sites to game enrollment formulas (HB 2376), conflict-of-interest limits for school facilities board architects and engineers (HB 2378), public meeting and travel transparency rules for districts (HB 2380), limits on long-term school property leases and reporting requirements (HB 2384), tighter bidding rules for school construction job orders using Building Renewal Grant funds (HB 2482), and a voluntary computer science proficiency seal (HB 2764). Sponsors repeatedly framed these as transparency, accountability, and anti-abuse measures, while some opposition centered on local flexibility, housing use, and existing training providers. In federalism and government, the committee heard bills to give counties more time to mail sample ballots (HB 2006), require courts to identify veterans at first appearance for possible veterans court referral (HB 2226), study veterans’ awareness of benefits (HB 2406), broaden military leave protections (HB 2663), require SAVE verification for voter registration and certain state services (HB 2806), require U.S.-sourced voting machine components by 2029 (HB 2901), affirm the Electoral College (HB 2902), and establish due process protections for justice of the peace courts against outside administrative action (HB 2976). Government committee items included a later deadline for library trustees’ annual reports (HB 2129), a two-year limit on certain adult protective services reports to the Attorney General (HB 2228), and an exemption for public and semi-public cold plunges from ADEQ spa rules (HB 2439). Several bills were reported as consent-calendar items, and a number of sponsors noted committee votes, fiscal neutrality, or favorable testimony in support of the measures.

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• The amendment is adopted. Uh, and you have an additional A4 technical amendment.
• I do have the A4 technical amendment.
• amendment as amended by the A4, detailed spreadsheet timestamp of 9:12 a.m. in the top right corner.
• <00:12:51.760> amendment Senate file 2298 A2DE amended amendment Senate file 2298 A2DE amended
• Section 9 amends the institution.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• 57 House bills, and returned 36 House bills with amendments.
• The bureau reports Senate Bill 259 without amendments, Senate Bill 295 with amendments, Senate Bill 312
• without amendments, Senate Bill 348 without amendments, Senate Bill 444 without amendments, and Senate
• Bill 486 without amendments, respectfully submitted, Sody Hart and Chair.
• , 348 without amendments, 444 without amendments, and Senate Bill 486 without amendments, Sody Hart and

Bills: HR320, HR321, HR308, HR309, HR310, HR311, HR312, HR313, HR314, HR315, HR316, HR317, HR318, HR319, SCR65, SCR74, SCR76, HR245, SCR30, SCR40, HB1259, SB4, SB52, SB57, SB83, SB145, SB152, SB194, SB276, SB319, SB333, SB448, SB450, SB465, SB484, SB501, SB509, HR73, HR118, HR144, HR196, HR237, HR249, HR260, HR267, HR272, HR278, HCR85, HCR100, HCR105, HCR107, HCR114, SCR5, SCR29, SCR33, SCR37, SCR63, HB62, HB193, HB210, HB220, HB246, HB364, HB420, HB475, HB584, HB622, HB772, HB784, HB949, HB953, HB1043, HB1070, HB1092, HB1134, HB1162, HB1176, HB1196, HB1214, HB119, HB129, HB233, HB283, HB538, HB789, HB850, HB870, HB1236, HB1241, HB378, HB509, HB1090, SB80, SB131, SB143, SB251, SB254, SB279, SB367, SB384, SB388, SB389, SB398, SB408, SB431, SB468, SB469, SB496, SB149, HB463, HB998, SB123, SB353, SB479, SB495, SB82, SB97, SB283, SB326, SB518, SB197, SB268, HB901, HR20, HR74, HR168, HCR65, HCR71, HCR98, HB284, HB306, HB341, HB366, HB393, HB458, HB577, HB603, HB605, HB614, HB625, HB646, HB733, HB752, HB773, HB798, HB911, HB955, HB996, HB1035, HB1069, HB1113, HB1140, HB1180, HB1191, HB1240, HB1255, SB89, HB74, HB134, HB258, HB359, HB468, HB956, HB1117, SB29, SB42, SB43, SB78, SB217, SB274, SB300, SB379, SB382, SB441, SB449

Keywords: Arsenal, Arsenal F.C., Premier League, English football, soccer, football club, Mikel Arteta, Emirates Stadium, North London, Tottenham Hotspur, Gunners, sports resolution, commendation, celebration, championship, silverware, Louisiana House Resolution, ceremonial resolution, domestic violence, forensic medical examinations

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• WILL BE TAKEN UP AN AMENDMENT THAT IS A BLANK AMENDMENT TO REPLACE SENATE BILL WITH A BLANK AMENDMENT
• SPEAKER. >> Speaker: READ THE FIRST AMENDMENT. >> REPRESENTATIVES PERSONS-MULICKA OFFERED THE STRIKE
• ALL AMENDMENT BARCODE 859199 REMOVE EVERYTHING AFTER THE ENACTING CLAUSE AND INSERT AMENDMENT. >> Speaker
• : REPRESENTATIVE PERSONS-MULICKA YOUR RECOGNIZED TO EXPLAIN THE AMENDMENT. >> Representative: MEMBERS
• SHOW THE AMENDMENT PASSES. READ THE NEXT AMENDMENT >> NONE ON THE DESK MR.

Keywords: 998, house, all

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• and then a couple of amendments.
• I believe we have two technical amendments. Uh, let's do technical amendments.
• This extends it um for all of amendment. Any questions on the A3 amendment?
• The amendment is adopted. Uh, to the DE4 as amended. Any discussion on the DE4 as amended?
• amended. Is there any discussion? amended. Is there any discussion?

Bills: HF2446

Keywords: agriculture finance, broadband development, Department of Agriculture, Board of Animal Health, Agricultural Utilization Research Institute, Office of Broadband Development, food safety, food handler license, cottage food, home processed food, livestock dealer, meat packing company, milk marketer, milk marketing license, grain buyer, grain storage, beginning farmer, emerging farmer, farm down payment assistance, livestock investment grant

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• The motion carried 16 to 0, and the amendment will go on consent.
• The motion carried 16 to 0, and the amendment will go on consent.
• <00:25:16.600> was 11 um it require the the amendment was 11 um it require the the amendment
• I move ought to pass as amended. This was a replace-all amendment.
• Amendment Amendment so<00:47:00.000> good<00:47:00.119> to go<00:47:06.359> I<00

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• So my proposed amendment under number 10 is a mom with lived experience; number 11 proposed amendment
• These amendments are for more equity and decision-making, and I suggest these amendments because you'd
• <01:11:54.679> are days um so my proposed amendments are days um so my proposed amendments
• > follows um technical amendments needed follows um technical amendments needed for<01:21:49.920>
• <01:33:14.040> for amendments um some amendments just for amendments um some amendments just

Keywords: 910, house, all

Summary: The committee heard testimony on several measures related to housing, homelessness, caregiving, and tax relief. On HB 431, which appropriates funds for the CAL initiative and HHFDC, the Department of Human Services supported the bill and noted the Governor’s request for $50 million per year for HMS, the need for more permanent supportive housing, and a technical issue with establishing a special fund in session law. The Statewide Office on Homelessness and Housing Solutions strongly supported the measure, describing it as unprecedented funding for CAL projects and linking it to goals of reducing homelessness and expanding housing inventory. Catholic Charities Hawaii, the ACLU of Hawaii, and the Reimagining Public Safety in Hawaii Coalition also supported the bill, emphasizing permanent supportive housing, diversion from jail, and public safety benefits. The chair redirected one testifier to stay on the measure when testimony drifted to another program. Written support was also noted from several organizations and agencies. The committee then heard HB 225 on squatting. DHS said it appreciated the intent and deferred to the Attorney General and task force members, while noting that outreach on public lands differs from private land, where owner consent is required. The Office of the Public Defender supported the bill and wanted a voice in finding a solution. The Statewide Office on Homelessness and Housing Solutions also said it supported the intent, while opposition from the Kingdom of the Hawaiian Islands and support from one individual were noted. For HB 280, which would make the community outreach court permanent and appropriate funds, the Judiciary strongly supported the bill, describing the court as a mobile, community-based program serving vulnerable populations and connecting participants to services. The Office of the Public Defender also supported the measure, saying the program has helped people move off the streets and into stable housing and that permanent funding would allow expansion. Written support from the Hawaii Substance Abuse Coalition was noted. The committee then moved to HB 71, creating a refundable family caregiver tax credit, where the Department of Taxation provided comments, the Executive Office on Aging and AARP Hawaii supported the measure, and the Tax Foundation of Hawaii raised concerns about duplication with an existing dependent care credit and the lack of incentives for cost control. The committee next heard HB 753, which would increase the applicable percentage for the household and dependent care services tax credit. Support came from the Executive Office on Aging, Catholic Charities Hawaii, AARP Hawaii, and Hawaii Children’s Action Network, while the Tax Foundation again raised technical concerns about complexity and administration but noted the bill adds guardrails against abuse. No votes were taken during the portion of the hearing provided.

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• get the A1 Amendment to the amendment<00:02:41.519> represent<00:02:42.239> Driscoll<00
• :02:43.239> chairman amendment represent Driscoll chairman amendment represent Driscoll chairman
• <00:05:15.880> to defer that a to amendment to defer that a to amendment to representative
• <00:08:59.440> mend not the bill author or the amend mend not the bill author or the amend
• <00:16:09.319> we Amendment now to the bill as amended we Amendment now to the bill as amended

Bills: HF837

Keywords: health insurance, premium security plan, federal funding, state innovation waiver, Minnesota, 1183, house

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• House Committee Substitute, House Bill 2974, as amended.
• First amendments, yes, sir.
• But then they also added amendments.
• And then there were other amendments relating to health care.
• We've added some amendments on this here in the House.

Keywords: 959, house, all

Summary: The House opened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, then approved the House Journal for the 57th day by a 125-0 roll call vote. The chamber then spent significant time on points of personal privilege honoring former member Kenny Waller and commemorating Keaton O’Neill of Rawls County, a teenager who died after a battle with brain cancer; the House observed a moment of silence for O’Neill. Members also introduced several special guests, including military family members, interns, and relatives, and the Speaker announced committee reports and Senate messages. The House took up several Senate-amended bills. On House Bills 2637 and 3155, the House voted to refuse the Senate substitute and request the Senate recede, with a conference committee to be formed if needed. Members discussed the bill’s technical sentencing and effective-date changes, sex offender registry revisions, drone restrictions tied to World Cup events, health care treatment provisions, and prosecutor salary-related language. The House then adopted and finally passed House Bill 2593, the military and veterans bill, by 137-1 and 138-1 votes after debate highlighting expanded military leave, TRICARE and Service Members Civil Relief Act protections, cybersecurity and emergency-response provisions, and National Guard benefits. House Bill 2974, dealing with licensed reciprocity and telehealth access, plus interstate compacts for certain health professions, was adopted and finally passed by 109-29 and 108-30 votes. House Bill 2108, a land conveyance and local infrastructure measure for Jefferson City’s viaduct area and related property transfers, was adopted and finally passed by 138-1 and 138-2 votes after discussion of safety, parking, and additional property language. The House also received Senate messages stating that the Senate refused to recede on HB 2596 and on HB 2637/3155, and appointed conference committees for those bills. The Speaker named House conferees and also appointed conference committees for budget bills HB 2002 through HB 2013. The day ended with committee meeting announcements and adjournment until Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at 10 a.m.

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• Senator Gillespie asks an amendment.
• Senator Kirk, to explain your amendment. Thank you, Mr. Ir.
• Will there be questions on the amendment. Debate on the amendment.
• Of the questions on the amendment, will there be debate on the amendment? See none.
• The amendment is adopted. Back on the bill as amended. Senator Reinhart, thank you, Mr.

Bills: SB1290, SB1332, SB1369, SB1379, SB1381, SB1386, SB1390, SB1428, SB1584, SB1696, SB175, SB1778, SB1794, SB1806, SB1836, SB201

Keywords: 2-1-1 services, revolving fund, Department of Human Services, crisis pregnancy, abortion, legal funding, housing, infrastructure, water projects, Oklahoma Water Resources Board, economic development, zero-interest loans, clawback provision, local contractors, mental health, crisis services, 988 Lifeline, suicide prevention, behavioral health, human trafficking

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• There are two amendments. Let's take up Amendment Barcode 474598 by Senator Truenow.
• The amendment is adopted. Let's take up amendment... All in favor of the amendment say aye. Aye.
• All in favor of the amendment say aye. Aye. Opposed, nay. The amendment is adopted.
• All in favor of the amendment say aye. Aye. Opposed, nay. The amendment is adopted.
• We are back on the bill as amended. Are there questions on the bill as amended?

Bills: S0806

Keywords: right to repair, repairability, consumer repair, independent repair provider, authorized repair provider, portable wireless device, smartphone repair, cell phone repair, mobile device, agricultural equipment, farm equipment, tractor, combine, diagnostic information, repair manuals, parts availability, tools, embedded software, firmware, security module

Summary: The Committee on Agriculture took up SB 806, a consumer and agricultural equipment right-to-repair bill sponsored by Senator Truenow. The bill was described as expanding repair options for portable wireless devices and farm equipment while protecting trade secrets. Two amendments were adopted: one clarified that portable devices do not include motor vehicles, and another was a technical staff amendment. Testimony included support for the general goal of repair access, but opposition from a John Deere dealership representative, who warned the bill could weaken local dealer support, reduce parts inventory, increase downtime, and create emissions-compliance risks. The Consumer Technology Association also opposed the bill in its current form, citing concerns about a patchwork of state laws, a private right of action against manufacturers, and inconsistencies with other states’ repair laws. After closing remarks from Senator Truenow, the committee voted to report CS for SB 806 favorably. The committee then heard a presentation from Florida 4-H state officers and alumni, who highlighted 4-H’s role in youth development, leadership, agriculture, STEM, and healthy living. They described statewide participation of more than 216,000 youth, the impact of camps and hands-on programs, and efforts to raise funds for facility improvements, including Camp Cherry Lake and Camp Timpoochee. Members asked about how youth discover 4-H, what drives participation, and the organization’s growth goals, including reaching 300,000 youth. Next, Florida FFA state officers presented on agricultural education and FFA’s role in preparing students for careers in agriculture and related fields. They emphasized the three-part model of classroom instruction, supervised agricultural experience, and FFA leadership activities, and noted Florida’s membership growth to more than 65,000 students, supported by state funding that allows all agricultural education students to participate at no cost. Members discussed the need for technology and AI to help meet future food-production demands, and the presenters stressed innovation, urban agriculture, and efficiency as key to feeding a growing population. The meeting concluded with general comments of support and a request for a group photo with the students.

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• . >> And there is an amendment if we could please take up Amendment bar code 2, 6, 4, 9, 0, 4, also by
• Is it technical amendment and aligns with the House version? That is the amendment.
• Show the amendment adopted.
• Now you are recognized to explain the Amendment. >> 3, 9, 6, 0, 4, 6, The Amendment establishes a Florida
• Show that amendment adopted. We're back on the bill as amended members are there questions.

Keywords: 999, senate, all

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• The<00:31:07.600> amendment. The amendment. The amendment. So,<00:31:09.520> Mr.
• Okay. >> One more copy of the amendment. >> I know the amendment.
• Oh, got to get a second. >> I have the amendment. >> I don't have the amendment. >> Second on the amendment
• >> I have the amendment. >> I have the amendment.
• amendment amendment >> of<01:47:41.199> my<01:47:41.360> amendment?

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• What are the amendments?
• I believe you have an author's Amendment I believe you have an author's Amendment first<00:02:47.879
• The next amendment that we will take up is the A14, and that's my amendment. we took the words waste
• the a15 is adopted um the next amendment the a15 is adopted um the next amendment that<00:04:13.200
• <00:05:05.880> does<00:05:06.080> any the amendment does any the amendment does any

Bills: HF25, HF1, HF428

Keywords: pregnancy support, women's health, maternity homes, nonprofit organizations, grant funding, abortion, family services, Office of Inspector General, inspector general, legislative audit, fraud prevention, waste and abuse, public funds, grant oversight, state grants, grant management, whistleblower protection, retaliation, subpoena power, data practices