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• Bradbury also led the Office of Legal Counsel at the Department of Justice, and he clerked at both the
• you're not saving lives and I think that what FAA and at DOT overall is that we've had too much of a light
• we've tried to root out, and that's why we try to pass strong legislation, because we don't want a light
• This just came to light when some, my guess is a whistleblower or someone in the community saw all of
• And unfortunately, that has led to deaths as a result of that.

Keywords: transportation, air traffic control, safety regulations, Boeing 737 MAX, Department of Transportation, infrastructure funding, public safety, legislative oversight

Summary: The committee meeting addressed several pressing issues concerning transportation, particularly focusing on the need for improved safety standards and efficient management at the Department of Transportation. Specific discussions revolved around air traffic control, with members highlighting the urgency for a significant upgrade in systems and personnel. Notably, concerns were raised regarding past practices, especially the handling of safety regulations during the Boeing 737 MAX incidents. The committee expressed a clear intent to ensure rigorous safety oversight moving forward, emphasizing that the health and safety of the public must remain the top priority in all legislative and funding decisions.

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• And it's like all of a sudden you've seen the light here.
• We have two reports where we put a lot of light on.
• Is that what informed the concerns that led to our policy statement?
• There's been a lot of questions about when these things came to light and when.
• Sergeant Hall, do you have your light on?

Bills: SB 28, SB 687, SJR 34, SCR 9, SB 523, SB 62, SB 847, SB 706, SB 869, SB 890, SB 992

Keywords: lottery, gambling, internet gaming, mobile application, criminal offenses, SB 687, land surveyor, land surveying, surveying services, construction contract, anti-indemnity, indemnity, hold harmless, defense obligation, standard of care, professional negligence, civil practice and remedies code, local government code, governmental agency, public contracts

Summary: The meeting was a crucial session for discussing several important bills including SB992, which aims to establish a clear time frame for the Attorney General's approval on outside legal counsel for state agencies. Senator Nichols presented the bill, emphasizing its necessity for timely responses to ensure efficient legal processing. Another notable discussion centered around SB523, which seeks to allow parole and probation officers to use a business address on their driver's licenses for safety and security purposes. This bill passed favorably out of the committee, with public testimony supporting the need for such provisions due to the risks these officers face.

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• You'll have... two minutes the yellow first the green light yellow light comes on in 30 seconds to ask
• So again, two minutes, the yellow light comes on when you have 30 seconds.
• The light will turn from green to yellow.
• Texas has led the way on adult education and workforce investment nationwide.
• As we led up to that change, it just seemed tragic.

Bills: SB451, SB762, SB1490, SB1262, SB1459, SB1750, SB1962, SB2252, SB2253, SB2365

Keywords: instructional materials, public schools, Education Code, adoption, rejected materials, local funds, open educational resources, Texas Education Code, school districts, open enrollment charter schools, funding restrictions, environmental regulation, business compliance, local authority, economic development, state preemption, local control, open education resources, SB 762, Texas public schools

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• And that has led to a, if it was a lawsuit, I would call it a settlement agreement, but that has led
• If you think about an old string of Christmas lights, you know, one light would go out and the entire
• string of Christmas lights would go out.
• That doesn't happen with today's lights: you lose one light and the rest of them stay on.
• seen with actual employees that are making commitments to be better, making commitments that the lights

Bills: SB231, SB584, SB600, SB668, SB841, SB986, SB1003, SB1244, SB1625, SB1960, SB1963, SB1964, SB2026, SB2056, SB2368

Keywords: temporary emergency electric energy facility, temporary generation, emergency power, backup generation, mobile generator, portable generator, grid resilience, power outage restoration, transmission and distribution utility, TDU, Public Utility Commission of Texas, PUCT, Utilities Code Section 39.918, competitive bidding, lease authorization, emergency procurement, bulk power system, locational marginal pricing, reliability model, black start

Summary: The Senate Committee on Business and Commerce met with a quorum and first took up several pending and uncontested bills. It favorably reported SB 1405, SB 1762, SB 1977, SB 2077, SB 2148, and SB 1968, and also moved SB 2321 to the local and uncontested calendar. The committee then heard SB 819, which would change how the Public Utility Commission reviews proposed utility-scale solar and related interconnection projects. The committee substitute would shift the default so interconnection is allowed unless the PUC affirmatively prohibits it within 180 days, limit denial to cases where harm substantially outweighs benefits, remove public meeting requirements, retain setback and financial assurance provisions, add optional application materials such as national security and environmental information, and restore local control over county tax abatements. The substitute was adopted and SB 819 was favorably reported to the full Senate on a 7-3 vote. The committee then took up SB 231, focused on CenterPoint’s use of large emergency generators after Hurricane Beryl. Senator King explained that the original bill was intended to prevent customers from being charged for non-mobile generators that were leased at great cost and did not match the bill’s emergency-response purpose. CenterPoint’s Jason Ryan apologized for the company’s communication failures and said the company would make customers whole through a combination of rate reductions, foregone storm-cost recovery, and a donation of the 15 large generators to ERCOT for about two years to address a San Antonio-area reliability issue, with the company absorbing the associated costs. PUC Executive Director Connie Corona said the commission could enforce the agreement through its contested-case process. Public testimony included consumer and reliability advocates, one of whom argued utility-scale microgrids should be preserved as a policy option. SB 231 was left pending. The committee also heard SB 986, which would create an alternative process for routine Public Information Act requests so local governments can make initial redactions without sending every routine exception to the Attorney General, while preserving an appeal path and training requirements. Supporters said it would reduce backlog and speed access to records; opponents argued it would shift the burden to requesters and encourage delay. The AG’s office testified that the process could improve efficiency and still fit within current timelines if used promptly. SB 986 was left pending. Finally, SB 584 was briefly laid out to require consumer reporting agencies that buy data from others to ensure the information complies with Texas law on excluded items such as bankruptcies, judgments, and tax liens, and SB 600 was heard on heir property. SB 600’s substitute would strengthen notice, require an attorney ad litem, add an heir’s bill of rights, allow settlement conferences, and require fair-market-value sales protections; supporters said it would curb predatory partition practices, while opponents warned some provisions could burden or diminish minority heirs’ property rights. SB 584 and SB 600 were left pending after testimony.

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• You led with courage, clarity, and conviction. You honored the values that brought all of us here.
• But I've seen the light. So members, I ask you to see the light. I ask you to see the green light.
• And that means we're going to keeping lights on, not only to be able to pay them, but also to provide
• This is a really good bipartisan bill, and I hope we can light up the board.
• Now, the Judiciary Bill that We're going to pass here, led by Co-Chairs Liebling and Scott.

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• For you who are merciful and compassionate, fair and righteous, are the lamp for our feet and the light
• In all that is set before us, may we do our part in word and deed to reflect your divine light and act
• <00:02:21.440> for the lamp for our feet and the light for the lamp for our feet and the light
• The Pledge of Allegiance will be led by the gentleman from Texas, Mr.
• allegiance will be led by the gentleman allegiance will be led by the gentleman from<00:03:10.400>

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Friday, March 27, 2026, 1012, house, all

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• These bills have increased visibility into outside spending groups and have led to a more transparent
• unlimited spending, especially by corporations unleashed by Citizens United, especially important in light
• We are a coalition that represents over 49 Black-led and Black-empowering organizations throughout the
• We led work to engage hard-to-reach Black residents during the census, and we led a statewide campaign
• Nearly 25 years ago, California led the country by passing the California Voting Rights Act, the nation's

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• quantum computing is using quantum things, often really small things like atoms or single particles of light
• The public-private led and operated chip-based packaging facility that's being established in Albuquerque
• This is a partnership that's being led by Central New Mexico Community College's nonprofit research park
• Deployed $25 million for a quantum venture studio and quantum company hub, and selected a proposal led
• It's led by Roadrunner Venture Studios, but includes a lot of folks.

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• Texas has led our nation in protecting preborn lives.
• In light of this well recognized concept, it only makes sense that we would implement the same dynamic
• OK, so it could be student-led, but it, it could be faculty-led, is that right?
• this legislation is carefully written to ensure that participation is entirely voluntary and student-led
• quiet, brief, and personal, not the same as when you're in a classroom and it could be potentially led

Bills: SB 6, SB 11, SB 33

Keywords: electric power, interconnection, utilities, ERCOT, large load customers, water supply, sewer service, demand management, school prayer, Bible reading, religious text, public schools, Texas Education Code, student prayer, silent prayer, meditation, religious liberty, First Amendment, Establishment Clause, church and state

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• that people do not have to buy new life jackets but can put reflective tape as an option for adding light
• brief background on this: the city of White Bear Lake experienced a significant low water level that led
• And so these are the kinds of things that have led to where we are out there.
• We ask that you further debate these issues in light of the changes. Thank you for your testimony.
• I am the Executive Director of Minnesota Interfaith Power and Light.

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• You can see there we were able to collaborate with OLHC on three projects, and then we led the charge
• And so if ready to go as soon as that rain lights up and cut that grass.
• Today you highlighted that you had a multitude of projects that led to a savings of $26 million that
• This one just recently came to light for me.
• We just brought in Chelsea Harris-D., from LED to lead the marketing and communications division within

Summary: The committee met for an information-only hearing with no votes or other action items. DOTD Secretary Glenn LaD and Deputy Secretary Beau Black gave an update on the department’s transformation efforts, focusing on faster project delivery, improved construction administration, and new technology. They said monthly contractor payment approvals have been reduced from roughly 35 days to 15 days or less, change orders from about 40-45 days to around five days, and that DOTD delivered 86% of its advertised projects in the last fiscal year. They also described new tools such as Headlight for field inspections, Smart PM for schedule tracking, Hall Hub for e-ticketing and work-zone mapping, and a pilot using advanced sensors on district vehicles to identify potholes, guardrail damage, and other asset issues. The department also outlined a district reorganization that replaces the area engineer model with dedicated district points of contact for construction, maintenance, and operations, with no increase in total staff. Members raised concerns about local maintenance issues, especially mowing, drainage, culverts, potholes, and communication with district offices. Several members asked for clearer coordination on jurisdictional questions, more frequent meetings with district administrators, and better public updates on long-running projects. LaD said DOTD would schedule follow-up meetings, use the coming customer service portal to track complaints, and improve public communication through project information officers, social media, and other outreach. Questions also covered contractor accountability, utility relocations, road transfer maps on the DOTD website, and whether maintenance work adjacent to capital projects should be handled by district crews or through new IDIQ contracts. The secretary also reviewed the Highway Priority Program process, saying DOTD will work between June and September to review projects not included in the prior program, explain why, and refine a five-year fiscally constrained plan before the fall road show. He said the department is using IDIQ authority to award bridge maintenance and other task-order work, and that this should help address a two-year bridge repair backlog. Members discussed whether current funding levels are enough to reduce the statewide backlog, and DOTD said the current program likely maintains rather than eliminates it absent new revenue. The hearing ended with a project-specific update that a barge struck the Black Bayou Pontoon Bridge that morning, causing significant damage; DOTD said divers and staff would inspect it and determine emergency repairs. After DOTD’s presentation, Archie Chesson of the Office of Louisiana Highway Construction gave a brief update on that office’s first year, describing its use of consultant pools, master service agreements, a public GIS map, and a data tool to prioritize rural road and bridge projects, with several early projects already completed or under construction.

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• All the cities surrounding me are supportive of this light rail.
• When I was mayor in Downey, I spoke in favor of the light rail.
• When I was mayor in Downey, I spoke in favor of the light rail.
• Well, I think you... aren't supportive of light rails.
• near the light rail.

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• I'd ask that everyone please rise for the invocation to be led today by Executive Director Desiree Bernard
• for the New Mexican Interfaith Power and Light here in Santa Fe, New Mexico.
• I'd ask that you remain standing for the Pledge of Allegiance to be led today by Senator Tobiassen, the
• Pledge of Allegiance in Español to be led today by Senator Pete Campos, and the Salute to the New Mexico
• flag to be led today by Senator Linda López.

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• 00:08:12.680> rail<00:08:13.560> commuter<00:08:14.000> rail<00:08:14.639> Light
• <00:08:14.879> Rail heavy rail commuter rail Light Rail heavy rail commuter rail Light Rail
• The Council appointed by Governor Ventura, led by Ted Mondale, along with county commissioners in Anoka
• The Council, appointed by Governor Ventura and led by Ted Mondale, along with county commissioners in
• by Ted Mondale by Governor Ventura led by Ted Mondale along<00:13:23.639> with<00:13:23.839><

Keywords: 919, house, all

Summary: The committee took up House File 269 and House File 749 together, both aimed at ending Northstar Commuter Rail service. The bill author described HF 269 as directing the Metropolitan Council and MnDOT to request a federal waiver and discontinue Northstar operations, with HF 749 setting performance requirements that would trigger a similar termination request. Supporters argued Northstar has low ridership, high operating subsidies, and large maintenance costs, and said the agencies now agree with the intent to terminate the line and possibly replace it with bus rapid transit. The chair moved HF 269 to the general register while also laying HF 749 over in committee, and testimony was heard on both bills at once. Testimony split sharply. Supporters of termination, including the bill author and Annette Meeks, said Northstar has consistently underperformed ridership projections, has required large taxpayer subsidies, and should be ended rather than extended. Opponents, including Jesse Cook, Darwin Scherlan, Joel Mueller, Katie Nicholson, and Annie Buckle, argued the line still serves riders, workers, and communities, that low frequency and underinvestment are the real problems, and that the state should improve service rather than shut it down. Several opponents emphasized Northstar’s role for commuters, special events, and future growth, especially the St. Cloud corridor. Met Council Chair Charlie Zelle and MnDOT Commissioner Danenberger said they support carefully evaluating alternatives to commuter rail and acknowledged the subsidy is not acceptable, but they also said the agencies are working with the federal government and BNSF on possible next steps. Zelle said the agencies believe bus service could provide more frequent and direct service, and when asked directly, he confirmed they are in favor of terminating Northstar and replacing it with bus service if feasible. No final disposition beyond the motion on HF 269 and the laying over of HF 749 was recorded in the excerpt.

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• And for the last six years, as the president pro tem of the state senate, Dave led a caucus that raised
• The Pledge of Allegiance will be led by the gentleman from South Carolina, Mr. Wilson.
• legislation, including the Fraud... legislation, including the Fraud Prevention Accountability Act, led
• Wade to bring to light the devastating impact that the Supreme Court's decision has had on our country
• The conditions that led to that decision did not materialize overnight. It took a long, long time.

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, 1012, house, all

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• This morning, we will be led in prayer by our own Senator Richardson, after which please remain standing
• This morning, we will be led in prayer by our own Senator Richardson, after which please remain standing
• Where there is darkness, let us sow light, and where there is sadness, let us sow joy.
• Where there is darkness, let us sow light, and where there is sadness, let us sow joy.
• Senator Richardson, I'm going to let my light shine.

Keywords: 987, senate, all

Summary: The Senate took up a series of bills focused on consumer protection, housing, worker safety, privacy, and local fiscal authority. Measures discussed included SB 1312 on abandoned cemeteries, SB 1112 on towing fee notices, SB 877 on insurance claim transparency after wildfire losses, SB 1046 on Cal/OSHA standards for Tijuana River Valley pollution exposure, SB 1091 on anti-displacement housing preservation, SB 951 on notice and protections when AI displaces workers, SB 1030 repealing the “man in the house” rule for public assistance, SB 1218 tying vehicle registration to unpaid illegal dumping fines, SB 1013 regulating automated license plate reader data, SB 1116 making technical changes to the starter home housing law, SB 1201 protecting veterans from food assistance cuts, and SB 1164 strengthening state voting rights protections. The Senate also considered SCR 171, declaring May 20, 2026, California Nonprofits Day, and welcomed Berkeley Mayor Adina Ishii during floor introductions. Debate was often divided along policy and fiscal lines. Supporters of the local tax authorization bill AB 1768 argued it would let voters in Los Angeles and Contra Costa counties decide whether to backfill major health and human services cuts tied to federal changes, while opponents said it would raise costs, bypass normal tax-policy review, and worsen affordability. SB 1013 drew strong support from senators who said ALPR data needs tighter safeguards, but opposition warned the bill would hamper law enforcement investigations. SB 951 on AI-related layoffs received support as a worker-protection measure, while SB 1164 drew opposition over concerns about litigation and expanded Attorney General oversight. SB 1030 was framed as a long-overdue repeal of a discriminatory welfare rule, and SB 1201 was presented as a way to shield vulnerable veterans from federal food assistance cuts. Most measures passed on strong bipartisan votes, often unanimously. SB 1312, SB 1112, SB 877, SB 1046, SB 1091, SB 1030, SB 1218, SB 1116, SB 1201, SB 1164, and SCR 171 were adopted, and AB 1768 passed as an urgency measure after extended debate. SB 951 also passed, with some no votes. The Senate then announced committee meetings for budget subcommittees and adjourned until the next floor session.

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• , legislative chaplain, and remain standing for the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag, which will be led
• May our lives be a reflection of your faithfulness, and may others see your light through our honesty
• I believe I heard Senator Kelly explaining that ICE agents, who are shamefully led, are creating volatile
• and violent situations that have led to the tragic shooting and deaths of innocent American citizens
• They are lighting a fuse that places innocent men and women in the crosshairs with a sanctity of their

Keywords: 1182, all

Summary: The Senate convened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, approved the prior journal, and heard several guest introductions, including Arizona agricultural producers and suppliers and sixth graders from James W. Rice Elementary School. The chamber then moved through a lengthy calendar of first- and second-reading bill references and committee reports, with no substantive debate on those items in the transcript. The main floor action centered on Senate Resolution 1036, which criticized Attorney General Chris Mays for public comments about the use of force and law enforcement, and called on her to retract the statements, support law enforcement, issue corrective guidance, and resign. The Senate first voted to suspend rules and place the resolution into Committee of the Whole, then debated a motion to read the resolution by number and title only, and later considered a floor amendment adding findings about law enforcement organizations’ criticism and alleged use of state resources to target ICE officers. Supporters argued the Attorney General’s remarks were dangerous, misleading, and politically motivated; opponents said the resolution distorted her comments, was a partisan stunt, and skipped normal committee review. After extensive debate, the Committee of the Whole recommended the resolution do pass, and the Senate adopted SR 1036 on third reading by a vote of 17 ayes to 13 nays. Following passage of SR 1036, members continued to offer personal privilege remarks, including an introduction of visitors connected to civics education. The Senate then recessed and adjourned until Monday, February 2, 2026.

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• OMB and OPM have led efforts to indiscriminately fire tens of thousands of probationary employees. including
• Where he led a variety of operating functions leading up to the company's acquisition in 2007.
• I've led numerous organizations from five to 10. to a 1,300-person, globally distributed, $1 billion
• a hearing on in this committee, so I urge the chairman to work with us to be able to bring that to light
• In light of even most recent news regarding widespread use of signal by top administration officials,

Keywords: nominations, Scott Cooper, Eric Ulan, federal workforce, Office of Personnel Management, Office of Management and Budget, accountability, collective bargaining

Summary: The committee convened to discuss the nominations of Scott Cooper for Director of the Office of Personnel Management and Eric Ulan for Deputy Director at the Office of Management and Budget. This meeting highlighted the critical roles both positions play in managing the federal workforce, which comprises over two million civilian employees. Concerns were raised regarding the current administration's approach to federal employment, citing issues like mass firings and the undermining of collective bargaining rights. Members expressed the need for better accountability and transparency within the federal system, emphasizing the importance of attracting talented public servants.

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• You will see a yellow light come on when you have 30 seconds left.
• And then the red light and the buzzer will go off when your three minutes are up. All right.
• Watch the yellow light. That will give you a 30-second warning. Welcome.
• Where's the light again, so I know? Look, that yellow light right there.
• No red lights. We are still considered very rural. We have no hazmat units.

Keywords: 965, house, all

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• Uh Sam led the work for MAD on this topic, and I just want to say she did a wonderful job and to thank
• <00:10:16.480> Uh<00:10:16.880> Sam<00:10:17.279> led<00:10:17.680> the
• Uh Sam led the >> thank you, Chair Elkins.
• We kind of have a kind of a light touch regulatory scheme here. >> I'd say even in the markets where
• light touch regulatory scheme here. light touch regulatory scheme here.

Keywords: 1183, house