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• and, I should say, reimbursement as it relates to judgments and settlements.
• We don't... ...reimbursement as it relates to judgments and settlements.
• if they have a fund, the Office of Administration will try to draw from those funds to pay that judgment
• or to allocate money toward that judgment.
• or to allocate money towards that judgment.

Committee: House Crime and Public Safety

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• that prior authorization denials are fair, clinically appropriate, and involve meaningful human judgment
• that prior authorization denials are fair, clinically appropriate, and involve meaningful human judgment
• They are not used to replace clinical judgment.
• </c><00:15:14.000><c> But</c> used to replace clinical judgment.
• But used to replace clinical judgment.

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• What it prevents is a mechanism for a quick resolution of a motion for summary judgment based on a quick
• order versus having to go through a whole trial and at the end of trial doing a motion for summary judgment
• So, and I think Rudy, you would mention this, so it allows you to file a summary judgment earlier?

Committees: House Judiciary , House Judiciary and Civil and Criminal Jurisprudence

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• It changes certified copies to record of judgment.
• It changes certified copies to record of judgment.
• clarifies legislation when a hearing is not requested that it does automatically become a default judgment

Committee: House Transportation and Defense

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• This is one reason to keep your children off social media; their judgment about what to post on the internet
• underscored that the format of our current Oregon QAM cost modeling is categorically a professional judgment
• While I am in full support of modernizing our... ...judgment panel.
• The professional judgment we need to include at the quality education table is that of educators, classified
• in Senate Ed highlighted that Oregon does not yet fully employ best practices of the professional judgment

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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• Representative Handy: Well, the other thing it has to do with judgments, and I am actually going to let—I
• have never been through one of those experiences, but it gives a default of a judgment if you wait so
• board, members of the committee, this bill will seek to replace the certified copies with record of judgment
• It also gives a clarification on default judgment.
• And sir, what is a record of judgment? Josh Thayer: Mr. Chairman, I represent him again.

Committee: House Transportation and Defense

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• SNAP users already navigate judgment from strangers, reduced budgets, and the constant fear of not having
• Washingtonian deserves dignity and the right to choose their own food without fear, embarrassment, and judgment
• Anna: ...fear, embarrassment, and judgment, and Senate Bill 6186 threatens that dignity. Thank you.
• Washingtonian deserves dignity and the right to choose their own food without fear, embarrassment, and judgment
• And Senate Bill 6186 threatens that. fear, embarrassment, and judgment, and Senate Bill 6186 threatens

Bills: SB6007 , SB6186 , SB6212

Committee: Senate Human Services

Keywords: assessment practices, public policy, children, youth, families, evaluation, outcomes, SNAP, nutrition, public health, food access, unhealthy foods, benefit program, assistance, pilot program, state support, public welfare

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• COURTS MUST SCHEDULE PUBLIC FORECLOSURES SCALES BETWEEN 45 AND 60 DAYS AFTER FINAL JUDGMENT EXPANDING
• HAD TO BE DONE AT A CLERK OF COURT AND THE JUDGE FROM MY UNDERSTANDING TAKES THE PROPOSED FINAL JUDGMENT
• LET ME ASK THE NEXT QUESTION, YOU'RE FAMILIAR WITH CREDITS OR LENDERS UP UNTIL THE AMOUNT OF THE JUDGMENT
• WHEN YOU GO THROUGH A FORECLOSURE PROCEDURE THE BIDDING DOESN'T ALWAYS WIND UP TO THE AMOUNT OF THE JUDGMENT
• USUALLY TO 18% SO BY ELONGATING THE TIME IT TAKES FOR MAKING THE SITUATION PARTIALLY WORSE BECAUSE THE JUDGMENT

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• At this time, cross motions for summary judgment are pending.
• And we are now moving to summary judgment.
• And we are now moving to summary judgment.
• And we are now moving to summary judgment.
• And we are now moving to summary judgment. >> All right.

Summary: The Judiciary Committee held an informational briefing on the State of Hawaii’s affirmative litigation against the federal administration, with no public testimony. Attorney General Lopez and deputies said the office’s goal is to enforce the rule of law, not make partisan points, and noted that Hawaii is involved in 27 ongoing cases. They grouped the cases into four broad areas: immigration, funding freezes and grant terminations, federal agency dismantling/reductions in force, and protecting elections, health, and safety. Several immigration-related cases were discussed in detail. These included a challenge to the federal sharing of Medicaid data with DHS for immigration enforcement, a similar challenge to USDA’s demand for SNAP applicant and recipient data, and litigation over immigration-enforcement conditions attached to federal grants. The office also described the birthright citizenship executive order, saying it conflicts with the 14th Amendment and Supreme Court precedent; lower courts granted preliminary relief, and the U.S. Supreme Court later addressed only the scope of nationwide injunctions, not the merits. In the Department of Transportation case, the court granted a preliminary injunction against the “Duffy directive,” finding the immigration conditions lacked statutory authority, were arbitrary and capricious, and violated the Spending Clause and APA. The briefing also covered multiple funding disputes. In the education funding freeze case, the Department of Education and OMB withheld about $6 billion in formula funds, including roughly $33 million for Hawaii; after suit was filed, the funds were released. Other cases included the termination of over $11 billion in public health grants, which affected Hawaii Department of Health grants, the NIH indirect cost cap case, and NIH grant terminations tied to DEI, transgender issues, and vaccine hesitancy. The speakers said some cases have already resulted in preliminary or permanent injunctions, while others remain on appeal or are still being litigated.

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• paragraph 9 about bringing the civil suit, and you know how civil suits go, you could get a $10 million judgment
• or you can get a $10,000 judgment.
• So if you get the lower judgment, If you get the lower judgment and it's $10,000, and you have brought

Committee: House Children and Families

Summary: The committee heard Senate Bill 1135, “Bentley and Mason’s Law,” which would require a person convicted of driving drunk or otherwise impaired and causing the death of a parent or parents to pay child support-like maintenance to the victim’s children until age 18, or 21 if in college. The sponsor explained that the amount would be determined through a clerk and court process similar to child support, based on the offender’s finances and the children’s prior standard of living. The bill also includes a provision intended to avoid “double dipping” by barring the maintenance claim if the family has already pursued a civil case against the insurance company, and it allows a one-year grace period after release from prison before payments begin. Committee members asked about the amount, whether health care or FAFSA would be affected, and whether penalties would apply for nonpayment; the sponsor said those issues were not fully specified and could be strengthened later. Members also raised concerns about enforceability and bankruptcy, while others supported the bill but suggested possible amendments. Public testimony was strongly in favor. Brooke Stewart described how her husband was killed by a drunk driver in Tennessee and said Bentley’s Law has provided her children with restitution that will help support them through adulthood, including college. She said the offender had prior DUI-related arrests and that the law gave her family relief and accountability. Heather Elder of Mothers Against Drunk Driving testified for the bill and said Missouri should pass it without amendment, noting that similar laws exist in other states and territories. She said the bill was created in response to Cecilia Williams’ family tragedy and that Bentley and Mason, the children named in the bill, have been attending hearings and understand what the legislation means. Witnesses also referenced related impaired-driving and social-host bills as broader prevention efforts. No one testified in opposition, and the committee took no vote, ending the hearing after the public testimony.

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• is involved with a health care facility in Vermont from interfering with health care providers' judgment
• is involved with a health care facility in Vermont from interfering with health care providers' judgment
• is involved with a health care facility in Vermont from interfering with health care providers' judgment
• is involved with a health care facility in Vermont from interfering with health care providers' judgment
• in making healthcare decisions judgment in making healthcare decisions or<01:11:46.520><c> from</c><

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• post-conviction relief where they can petition the court based on some legal basis that the legal judgment
• possibility, probability, that that particular form of bias that was used actually impacted the judgment
• As shared by the Assembly Member, this bill requires, when courts determine deferred entry of judgment
• As shared by the Assembly Member, this bill requires, when courts determine deferred entry of judgment
• It found only that the agreement demonstrated, quote, poor judgment, but was otherwise perfectly within

Summary: The committee heard testimony on several public safety bills, with most of the discussion focused on AB 1650, AB 2014, AB 1886, AB 2126, AB 2624, and AB 2257. AB 1650 would require clearer identification on privately owned vehicles rented or leased to government agencies for enforcement operations; supporters framed it as a transparency and safety measure in response to ICE activity, while no opposition testified. AB 2014 would allow post-conviction habeas relief where gender bias or stereotypes were used at trial and may have affected the outcome; supporters described cases involving sexist and anti-LGBTQ stereotypes, while the California District Attorneys Association opposed the bill as overbroad and likely to restrict relevant evidence, though the author said recent amendments removed the evidence-code provisions and left only the habeas remedy. AB 1886 would extend a 12-month probation presumption to youth in out-of-home placements and those discharged from secure youth treatment facilities; youth advocates supported it as a fairness and rehabilitation measure, while judges, probation officials, and district attorneys opposed it as undoing a recent compromise and limiting individualized decisions. AB 2126 would speed hiring of peer partners in child welfare by creating a narrow exemption process for certain foster-youth-related offenses; it drew broad support and no opposition. AB 2624 would expand the Safe at Home address-confidentiality program to immigrant service providers, employees, and volunteers; supporters cited threats, doxing, and harassment, while one journalist opposed it over possible effects on reporting, and the author and committee members said the bill preserves press protections and is narrowly aimed at threats and harassment. AB 2257 would restore county authority to create a separate corrections department to run jails instead of the sheriff; supporters argued it would improve accountability and address jail deaths and fiscal problems, while sheriffs opposed it as unnecessary and said sheriffs are already subject to oversight. The committee also noted several bills pulled by their authors and adopted a consent calendar of unrelated measures. Votes were not always taken immediately because the committee was waiting for a quorum, but AB 2624 was moved on a do-pass-as-amended motion to Appropriations and left on call, and the chair indicated support or favorable recommendations on several of the other measures.

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• responsible for exercise In our states and is responsible for exercising discernment and professional judgment
• It says that the lawful exercise of judgment in exercising or in engaging in discretionary activities
• It says that the lawful exercise of judgment in exercising or in engaging in discretionary activities
• The people of the county said this is a sheriff who uses good judgment about what he will prioritize
• The people of the county said this is a sheriff who uses good judgment about what he will prioritize

Bills: HB2720 , HB2073 , HB2487 , SB5816 , SB5919 , SB5995 , SB5831 , SB6134 , SB6136 , SB6137 , HB2689 , SB5922 , SB5944 , SB5957 , SB5988 , SB5994 , SB6011 , SB6065 , SB6103 , SB6151 , SB6244 , SB5420 , SB5868 , SB6044 , SB6132 , SJM8002 , HB2720 , HB2073 , HB2487 , SB5816 , SB5919 , SB5831 , SB6137 , SB6244 , SB5420 , SB5868 , SB6044 , SB6132 , SJM8002

Keywords: behavioral health, emergency services, health insurance, provider access, mental health funding, premium assistance, funding, healthcare, subsidies, insurance tax, state regulation, insurers, taxation, budget impact, juice grapes, agriculture, commerce, market access, fire safety, insurance incentives

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• That means if we even if we win in the case and we get a judgment, if we get the judgment after 15 years
• That means if we even if we win in the case and we get a judgment, if we get the judgment after 15 years
• That means if we even if we win in the case and we get a judgment, if we get the judgment after 15 years
• That means if we even if we win in the case and we get a judgment, if we get the judgment after 15 years
• That means if we even if we win in the case and we get a judgment, if we get the judgment after 15 years

Committee: House Finance

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• >> They already have a judgment. They receive the civil judgment. It's a final judgment.
• They receive the civil judgment.
• </c><03:14:24.560><c> judgment.
• </c><03:14:25.120><c> If</c><03:14:25.359><c> they</c> judgment. It's a final judgment.
• If they judgment. It's a final judgment.

Committee: Senate Judiciary

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• What it provides is a mechanism for a quick resolution of a motion to summary judgment based on a quick
• order versus having to go through a whole trial and, at the end of trial, doing a motion for summary judgment
• So, and I think Rudy, you would mention this or repeat, so it allows you to file a summary judgment earlier

Committee: House Judiciary and Civil and Criminal Jurisprudence

Summary: The committee held a public hearing on Senate Bill 1067, a Uniform Public Expression Protection Act intended to deter meritless “SLAPP” lawsuits that can chill free speech by forcing defendants into costly litigation. The bill sponsor explained that it would apply to speech on matters of public concern, including social media and political speech, and would allow an expedited motion and immediate appeal so a plaintiff must show early that the case has merit. Members asked about examples, whether defamation and true harmful speech would still be actionable, and whether the bill would strain courts; the sponsor said it would not eliminate valid claims and would likely reduce court burden by resolving weak cases sooner. Witnesses testified in support, including the Missouri Press Association, the Institute for Free Speech, the Missouri Broadcasters Association, and Missouri Right to Life. Supporters said journalists, broadcasters, and ordinary citizens are frequent targets of meritless suits meant to silence reporting or other protected expression, and noted the bill was similar to prior versions that had advanced with bipartisan support. One witness said the measure mirrors language adopted in many other states and simply moves the summary-judgment-type review earlier in the process, before lengthy discovery. No witnesses spoke in opposition or for informational purposes. The hearing concluded without a vote, and the committee adjourned after closing the public hearing on SB 1067.

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• AI therapists cannot replace the clinical judgment, training, duty of care, and human instinct that a
• Decisions like this should be made by people who have judgment, context, and compassion.
• complement that judgment, not replace it.
• complement that judgment, not replace it.
• should complement that judgment, not replace it.

Summary: The committee heard several bills focused on AI, privacy, and surveillance. SB 903 would prohibit AI from independently providing psychotherapy or presenting itself as a licensed mental health provider, require disclosure and informed consent, and protect psychotherapy records under confidentiality laws. The bill was presented with powerful testimony from Maria Rain, whose son died by suicide after prolonged interactions with ChatGPT, and was supported by behavioral health groups, labor organizations, and privacy advocates. Tech and medical groups opposed unless amended, arguing the bill could restrict beneficial clinical uses of AI, create conflicts around triage and screening, and raise privacy and innovation concerns. The committee voted 4-0 to send SB 903 to Appropriations. SB 1119, a companion measure to AB 2023, would create a broader regulatory framework for chatbot interactions with children, including annual risk assessments, crisis-response protocols, parental controls, notice and time-limit requirements, limits on advertising and use of children’s data, public incident reporting, audits, and a private right of action. Maria Rain again testified in support, describing how ChatGPT allegedly encouraged and coached her son Adam Raine toward suicide. Supporters said the bill is needed to prevent sycophantic, addictive chatbot behavior and protect minors. Opponents, including CalChamber, TechNet, the California Medical Association, and others, raised concerns about overlapping requirements with SB 243, vague standards, prescriptive design mandates, audit confidentiality, and the private right of action. The committee voted 4-1 to send SB 1119 to Judiciary. The committee also heard SB 1013, which would require annual DOJ audits of automated license plate reader users, stronger employee training, and a 30-day retention limit for ALPR data. Supporters argued the bill would address widespread misuse and over-retention of data that mostly tracks innocent drivers. Law enforcement groups opposed, saying the 30-day limit would hinder investigations, especially in older or complex cases, though they supported stronger safeguards and audits. The bill passed 4-1 to Appropriations. SB 1292, dealing with automated curb-management enforcement in six cities, passed 4-1 to call after supporters said it would help cities manage loading zones, bike lanes, and AV-related curb use, while privacy advocates warned against expanding automated surveillance and pilot programs. The committee also approved SB 1101, requiring higher education institutions to notify students, faculty, and staff when personal information is shared with federal agencies; it passed 5-0 to Appropriations. Finally, SB 951, the California Worker Technological Displacement Act, was introduced to require advance notice and reporting when AI or other technology displaces workers, with labor support and Chamber opposition; testimony began, but no final action on that bill appears in the transcript excerpt.

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• Section two is for the office of the attorney general for judgment settlements and legal fees.
• Its capital expense funds in the amount of $796,572. for judgment settlements and legals for judgment
• Then there's another section that is judgment settlements and fees. That is 720,000. >> Okay.
• </c> &gt;&gt; There's one section for judgment &gt;&gt; There's one section for judgment settlements<
• </c> that is judgment settlements and fees. that is judgment settlements and fees.

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• And I mean, I think that's a question for those that make the judgment, but in my experience, I don't
• And I know it's problematic because we leave it to the prosecutors to make that judgment call when to
• And I know it's problematic because we leave it to the prosecutors to make that judgment call when to
• And I know it's problematic because we leave it to the prosecutors to make that judgment call when to
• And I know it's problematic because we leave it to the prosecutors to make that judgment call when to

Bills: SF0007 , SF0008 , SF0009 , SF0010

Committee: Senate Judiciary

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• The bill allows local governments to obtain an order for a money judgment for unpaid fines after the
• The bill allows local governments to obtain an order for a money judgment for unpaid fines after the
• The bill allows local governments to obtain an order for a money judgment for unpaid fines after the
• As a result, a judgment was entered against him. This meant that the tenant was forced to move out.
• As a result, the judicial officer refused to set aside the judgment and give this tenant a chance to

Committee: House Judiciary

Summary: The committee heard testimony on several bills. AB 416 would allow emergency room physicians to initiate 5150 psychiatric holds, with supporters saying it would reduce delays in emergency departments and speed access to psychiatric care; counties and behavioral health directors opposed the bill, and members raised concerns about juvenile use and whether the measure was a band-aid for a larger system problem. The bill was later approved on a unanimous roll call after amendments. AB 446, the Surveillance Pricing Act, would prohibit businesses from using personal data to set individualized prices; supporters framed it as a consumer fairness and anti-discrimination measure, while business and industry groups argued the bill was too broad, could chill discounts, and should be enforced by a public agency rather than a private right of action. After extensive discussion of exemptions, discounts, and enforcement, the bill passed on a divided vote. AB 632 would give local governments a faster way to collect unpaid administrative fines for serious code violations, including illegal cannabis activity, unsafe housing conditions, and fire hazards, by allowing money judgments and clarifying ordinary property lien authority. County, city, and code enforcement representatives supported the bill as a tool to improve compliance and reduce costly litigation; there was no recorded opposition, and the bill passed unanimously as amended. ACA 7, a constitutional amendment from Assembly Member Jackson, was presented as a clarification of Section 31A of the California Constitution to curb misuse and align it with voter intent; it received support from Education Trust-West and was placed on consent after committee approval. AB 649 would create a longer, six-year incentive period for businesses that proactively obtain a CASp accessibility inspection and correct identified barriers, giving them a 120-day right to cure later claims during that window. The author and small business witness argued the bill would encourage voluntary compliance and reduce predatory ADA litigation, while disability rights groups ultimately moved to neutral after amendments and committee members debated whether the bill might weaken enforcement or create confusion between state and federal claims. The committee also discussed the need for better public awareness of CASp inspections and the broader problem of repeat litigation against small businesses. The bill was approved as amended.