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• Potential 15-day extension, is that feasible, even if you get... get your appropriations request and
• The appropriated amounts. So just point that out. Next thing, you know, we.
• I'll be glad to answer any questions and would respectfully We request the right to close.
• Chairman, thank you for filing. this bill and recognizing the need for this new legislation.
• This legislation will promote transparency. transparency, and municipal waste contracting.

Bills: HB5057, HB4519, HB5033, HB3997, HB 1237, HB1904, HB4400, HB 1227

Keywords: solid waste management, exclusive contracts, public agency, contract amendment, notification requirements, Texas Health and Safety Code, Texas Emissions Reduction Plan, TERP, air quality, emissions reduction, clean fleet, alternative fuel, natural gas vehicles, hydrogen fuel, hydrogen infrastructure, diesel replacement, fleet grants, TCEQ, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, clean school buses

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• .<00:06:47.600><c> Um,</c> legislation.
• Um, legislation.
• </c> legislation like this? legislation like this? &gt;&gt; 100%. &gt;&gt; 100%. &gt;&gt; 100%.
• </c> We cannot pass legislation like this. We cannot pass legislation like this.
• </c> behind bringing this legislation behind bringing this legislation forward,<01:38:40.239><c> I</c

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• So in 2021, many of you were here and supported the legislation.
• sessions, including through the 2026 legislative session.
• or linguistically appropriate services.
• and linguistically appropriate services became very difficult.
• I thank you for your hearing on this piece of legislation.

Summary: The House Education Committee held a work session on the Children and Youth Behavioral Health Work Group and its school-based behavioral health and suicide prevention subgroup, followed by a public hearing on House Bill 1634, as amended in a proposed second substitute. Work group leaders Lisa Callan and Tisha Kirschbaum described the group’s statewide, cross-agency structure, its Washington Thriving strategic plan, and the goal of moving toward a more integrated “system of care” for children and youth. They emphasized that behavioral health, physical health, and education are interconnected, that families and schools often face a fragmented system, and that Washington’s youth flourishing outcomes show a need for stronger supports. Committee members raised concerns about regional disparities, rural access, language and cultural responsiveness, and the burden on schools and educators, while the presenters stressed that schools should be supported to identify needs and connect students to outside clinical services rather than carry the full burden themselves. Representative My-Linh Thai and Christian Stark then outlined the school-based subgroup’s work and recommendations. They said the subgroup meets monthly, includes students, parents, educators, providers, and agencies, and has focused on prevention, early identification, early intervention, and crisis response in schools. For the 2026 session, the subgroup recommended maintaining current investments in school behavioral health programs, strengthening statewide guidance on school behavioral health, and creating a coordinated technical assistance and training network for schools. They explained that the proposed substitute for HB 1634 would direct OSPI and the educational service districts to work with behavioral health agencies and community partners to conduct a needs assessment, map resources, and build a statewide framework for technical assistance and training, with public posting required by August 1, 2027. Testimony in support came from school staff, OSPI, behavioral health professionals, students, parents, and advocacy groups, who described high student anxiety, suicide risk, staffing shortages, and the need for coordinated, accessible supports. One witness from a psychiatric watchdog group opposed the bill, arguing it could increase labeling and drugging rather than holistic care. No vote was taken in the transcript provided.

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• I request the withdrawal of the amendment by the Appropriations Committee. Members, discussion?
• But the conflict for legislators, legislators... ...have ways of financial means.
• This particular appropriation...
• unnecessary appropriations we do.
• That's why I put this bill through appropriations. I thought it was very, very appropriate.

Summary: The House convened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, journal approval, guest introductions, and a proclamation recognizing March as International Women’s Celebration Month. Members also welcomed guests from several school districts and the Arizona FFA. The chamber then moved through first readings of numerous Senate bills and took up several motions, including reconsideration of HB 2169 and referral of HB 210 and HB 2103 to an additional Committee of the Whole for further amendment. In Committee of the Whole, the House advanced HB 2100 and HB 2103 with technical amendments and due-pass recommendations. It then considered a series of bills on Calendar 2, including HB 2048, HB 2364, HB 2415, HB 2775, HB 2833, HB 2862, HB 2870, HB 2995, and HB 4067. Debate centered on election administration, sovereignty and international organizations, private school regulation, law enforcement face coverings, domestic violence and coercive control, and voter roll categories. HB 2862 drew the most procedural attention, with a division vote on a substitute amendment; the House rejected a motion to replace the adopted amendment, and the report was later adopted. On Calendar 3, the House considered education bills. HB 2093, which repeals the requirement for K-12 health education to include mental health instruction, prompted extensive debate over student suicide prevention, school counseling, parental responsibility, and whether schools should provide mental health support; it received a due-pass recommendation by a 27-22 division vote. The House also advanced HB 2313, which was described as responding to a Tucson Unified School District work stoppage tied to a political protest, and HB 2423, HB 2478, and other education measures after amendments and, in one case, withdrawal of an appropriations amendment. The session continued into HB 2830 as the transcript ended.

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• </c><00:25:39.840><c> They</c><00:25:40.080><c> are</c> Appropriations Ed Committee.
• They are Appropriations Ed Committee.
• Um, the bill proposes appropriations for the development of an electronic data collection system.
• Um, the bill proposes appropriations<00:35:34.240><c> for</c><00:35:34.480><c> the</c><00:35:34.960><
• We have Ocean Legislative &gt;&gt; Thank you.

Keywords: 910, house, all

Summary: The committee heard testimony on several agriculture-related bills. HB 1602 HD1 drew support from the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity, the Ulupono Initiative, and others, with testimony emphasizing the value of a dedicated grant writer who had secured nearly $9 million in federal funds and was pursuing additional grants. Members discussed how much time grant applications take and how the position helps position projects for implementation. The committee then moved on without objection. HB 1832, relating to aquaculture, received support from state agencies and industry groups, with one individual opposed. HB 1707 HD1, relating to agriculture, also drew broad support. A committee question focused on the bill’s definition of “necessary supplies,” and the Hawaii Farm Bureau said the language was broad enough to cover the inputs farmers need, including transportation-related costs, and would help reduce production costs and food prices. HB 2155 HD1, relating to agricultural statistics, prompted testimony in support of better data collection to help Hawaii compete for federal agriculture funding. The Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity explained that its role would focus on production, import, and export data, distinct from the scientific data collected by another unit, and said it wanted an electronic system tied to existing manifest and GIS tools to avoid duplicative clipboard-based collection. HB 1831 HD1, relating to agricultural lands, was heard with support and no questions. HB 1650 HD1, relating to environmental assessments, drew opposition from several individuals who argued it would weaken environmental protections and resident input; no action was taken. The committee then heard HB 1652 HD1, relating to storm water management systems. The engineering industry supported clarifying that low-risk green stormwater infrastructure such as rain gardens, bioswales, and permeable pavement should not be treated like detention or retention ponds subject to fencing and other safety requirements. Opponents, including family members affected by a drowning and other residents, argued the bill would weaken Act 281’s safety protections and increase liability. The Hawaii Farm Bureau questioned whether agricultural water infrastructure should be exempted from the fencing requirements and said the costs would vary by system, but the committee did not take final action during the hearing.

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• ,</c><00:03:45.160><c> and</c> fiscal note has been requested, and fiscal note has been requested, and
• <00:16:20.040><c> of</c><00:16:20.560><c> 187,000,</c> appropriation of 187,000, appropriation of 187,000
• So this would allow part of the appropriation that was originally appropriated to be used for admin,
• </c> appropriations bill, a governor's bill. appropriations bill, a governor's bill.
• Legislator Wire: Aye. Legislator Runadal: No. Representative Boner: Yes.

Bills: HF4401, HF4466

Keywords: HF4401, Minnesota Medical Assistance, dental reimbursement, dental rates, critical access dental providers, Medicaid dental, MinnesotaCare, managed care plans, county-based purchasing plans, fee-for-service, oral health access, safety-net clinics, federally qualified health centers, rural health clinics, Indian health services, state-operated dental clinics, low-income patients, children's dental care, provider reimbursement, dental access

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• You'll hear me say ABR, additional budget request.
• </c> the ABRs, additional budget request. the ABRs, additional budget request.
• And uh essentially we've budget request.
• So that's what the agencies base their requests on.
• So that's what the agencies base their requests on.

Keywords: 00:02 Call to Order and Roll Call 00:55 FB 2026-2028 Executive Branch Budget 15:17 Adjournment, 958, all

Summary: The committee held its first meeting on budget instructions for the 2026-2028 state budget, as required by KRS Chapter 48. Staff from the Office of State Budget Director outlined three recommended changes: restructuring Form B4 for additional budget requests to emphasize the problem, solution, and quantitative data; adding page numbers to the Record P report so agencies’ additional budget requests can be located more easily; and updating the budget calendar to reflect the December 20 presentation of the consensus forecast to LRC under changes made by House Bill 360. Members asked follow-up questions about contribution rates, debt service template rates, and employee health rates. Staff said the fiscal 2026 KS non-hazardous contribution rate is 42.76%, but fiscal 2027 and 2028 rates have not yet been set; debt service rates would be posted later; and employee health rate assumptions are still being discussed with the Personnel Cabinet. Members also asked how program reductions or terminations would be handled, and staff explained that agencies base requests on statutory and federal requirements, while budget reductions are handled through the appropriations act. The committee discussed whether Form B4 should ask agencies to describe alternative options considered and how they were evaluated. Staff said the current instructions do not specifically require that, though some implications may appear in narrative responses, and members agreed to continue working on the instructions. The committee then adopted a motion directing the co-chairs to work with LRC staff to finalize the 2026-2028 budget instructions and present them for adoption, with the motion approved by roll call. Members also noted that federal budget developments, including possible SNAP cost shifts to states, are being monitored but are too early to incorporate into the instructions at this time.

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• They requested it and it was denied. It stayed on the consent agenda.
• And that's why we have a need for legislation like this.
• I just don't know if that's the appropriate role for a school...
• And that's why we have a need for legislation like this.
• I just don't know if that's the appropriate role for a school.

Keywords: 1182, all

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• And I appreciate the support when the appropriate time comes. Thank you.
• And with that, I look forward to supporting this measure at the appropriate time.
• This was not the intent of the initial legislation.
• This legislation would have meant that trained employees could recognize the signs.
• Thank you, and I respectfully request an I vote. Thank you so much.

Summary: The Assembly Higher Education Committee heard a series of bills focused on student access, equity, and campus support services. AB 2660 would codify the CalBridge and ENLACE STEM pipeline programs to help underrepresented students move from high school through Ph.D. and faculty or industry careers; AB 2121 would let community colleges temporarily exclude certain local backfill dollars from the 50% instructional spending law so they can replace lost federal funding for MSI and TRIO programs; and AB 1920 would clarify that students do not lose California College Promise eligibility if they earn a certificate as part of a stackable pathway to an associate degree. AB 1636 would authorize Cerritos College to use voluntary data-sharing agreements with K-12 districts to create ready-to-enroll student records, AB 1845 would add human trafficking training and reporting requirements to campus Title IX-related processes, AB 1784 would extend pregnancy and parenting protections to undergraduate students, AB 2229 would create a CSU reentry support program for stopped-out students, AB 1852 would create a conditional pathway for a Kern County medical school if UC does not act, AB 1928 would allow both an advisor and a support person in campus sexual misconduct proceedings, and AB 2392 would require training before AI tools are deployed to students, faculty, or staff. Testimony was largely in support of the measures, with authors and witnesses emphasizing student success, equity, and removing administrative barriers. Supporters included community college and university officials, student leaders, advocacy groups, and survivors. AB 2121 drew the most mixed testimony: community college leaders and students supported it as a temporary response to federal cuts, while faculty groups opposed it or raised concerns about weakening the 50% law and the need for the proposal. AB 1852 also drew opposition from the CSU Chancellor’s Office, which argued the proposal could have broader operational and governance implications, though supporters said Kern County’s doctor shortage justified a local solution. AB 1784, AB 1845, and AB 1928 were framed as protections for vulnerable students in pregnancy, trafficking, and sexual misconduct proceedings, respectively, while AB 2392 was presented as a modest training and transparency requirement to accompany AI adoption. The committee took action on the bills after testimony. Most measures were approved on bipartisan roll calls and re-referred to the appropriate committees, including AB 1636, AB 1784, AB 1845, AB 1920, AB 1928, AB 2229, AB 2392, and AB 2660. AB 2121 and AB 1852 also advanced, though AB 1852 had several members not voting and AB 2121 drew one no vote. The committee also approved a consent calendar that included AB 1591, AB 2203, and AB 2572, and members were invited to add on to bills after the votes.

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• The bill appropriates funds to hire teachers and teacher assistants and for equipment and services for
• </c> strong support um of the appropriation strong support um of the appropriation of<00:27:29.720><c
• It would be something that would help the legislation as far as the budget is concerned.
• The department supports the measure, the benefits of Community Schools, but requests that any appropriations
• that funds funds will be appropriate and that funds funds will be appropriate and to<01:08:11.400><c>

Keywords: 912, senate, all

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• I think if you had it any other appropriations committee so far, it has been noted that President, all
• Britain's encourage all of our appropriations committees to spend some time examining how our departments
• So each year we get appropriation with the budget.
• 1700 of the 7,000 requests to Rehome Non native pets.
• The most requested species to rehome include red-eared slider turtles ball pythons.

Keywords: 999, senate, all

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• </c> this was a uh local police or requested this was a uh local police or requested uh<00:06:17.599>
• to ask the basically bring legislation to ask the legislators<00:34:56.280><c> to</c><00:34:56.560><
• c> allow</c> legislators to allow legislators to allow uh<00:34:58.520><c> the</c><00:34:58.760><c> the
• It sends an annual request for this data; however, they have had MullenLowe send that request in the
• </c> of equal with our other record request of equal with our other record request and<04:25:04.640><

Keywords: 1189, house, all

Summary: The committee first took up HB 713, which would require mile markers on Route 112, the Kancamagus Highway. The sponsor and DOT testimony described the road as a heavily traveled but isolated corridor with little or no cell or radio service, frequent accidents and breakdowns, and serious public-safety problems when emergency responders cannot quickly locate incidents. Members discussed where markers should be placed, how frequently they should appear, whether both sides of the road should be marked, and the potential cost; DOT said the project could be done with federal funds and might be combined with other work to reduce mobilization costs. The committee agreed the bill was straightforward and voted OTP 18-0, with discussion that a friendly amendment might be offered later to refine the language. The committee then heard HB 563, concerning calculation of adequate education grants. Testimony explained that the bill would add fiscal capacity disparity aid in FY 27 and increase the special education differentiated aid factor, while also reducing extraordinary needs grants so the overall fiscal impact would be net neutral. Members noted the changes were limited to the second year because of the budget process and school district ballot timing. Supporters argued the fiscal capacity aid would help property-poor towns and should be expanded, while others emphasized the bill’s budget-neutral structure. The committee voted to retain HB 563 for further consideration in the budget process. Finally, the committee opened HB 675, which would limit the authority of school districts to make certain appropriations. A Derry resident and former local official testified in favor, arguing that property taxes are too high, that school spending has outpaced town-side tax caps, and that local voters should have more control over school budgets. Committee members questioned whether the issue should instead be handled locally through existing processes or broader governance changes, and one member noted the state’s constitutional obligation to provide an adequate education. The discussion continued, but no final action on HB 675 was taken in the portion provided.

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• </c> from the 8% requirement is appropriate. from the 8% requirement is appropriate.
• </c><00:18:07.840><c> extra</c> federal government appropriated extra federal government appropriated
• </c> out from a capital appropriation out from a capital appropriation Um,<01:07:54.559><c> we</c><01
• </c> appropriation from three budgets ago. appropriation from three budgets ago.
• ,</c><01:32:30.639><c> we</c> Governor Cenounu's uh request, we Governor Cenounu's uh request, we submitted

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• </c> The measures identified in our request The measures identified in our request will<00:19:04.320>
• </c> appropriate to offer my A2 amendment. appropriate to offer my A2 amendment.
• ><c> to</c><01:19:30.480><c> promote</c> the legislation has been to promote the legislation has been
• </c><01:47:53.199><c> that</c> committee uh we have uh requested that committee uh we have uh requested
• </c><02:26:38.399><c> It's</c> improper legislative process. It's improper legislative process.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• At the appropriate time, I'd like to move favorable. All right.
• And at the appropriate time, I'd like to move favorable.
• Is that a motion at the appropriate time? Yes. Representative...
• Owen on our discussion in appropriations. And I agree.
• You guys are doing the reset in this legislative body.

Keywords: 965, house, all

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• and ensure that that policy is carried out appropriately.
• It's a simple request.
• I'm aware of the California legislation. This is different.
• So I'm proud of the work that we've done drafting this legislation.
• My role as a legislator is, in fact, different from my role as a lawyer.

Keywords: 989, all

Summary: The committee first considered RS 33178, a proposed constitutional amendment on management of state endowment and public lands. Representative Britt Raibald said the amendment would shift emphasis away from maximum long-term financial return alone and toward ongoing revenue generation, public access for recreation/hunting/fishing/trapping where it does not interfere with revenue-producing uses, and sale or exchange only when those priorities cannot be met. He said it would also preserve exchange practices, account for existing rights and obligations on any newly acquired federal lands, and create a dedicated fund for revenues from those lands. Members raised concerns about wildfire impacts, tribal rights, appraised value, and whether the proposal could encourage land sales; Raibald said the legislature would set policy and that the measure was intended as a backstop and a way to broaden the Land Board’s options. The committee voted to introduce RS 33178. The committee then heard House Bill 542, which would regulate social media access for minors. Representative Jaron Crane and Chelsea Yeoman of Alliance Defending Freedom described the bill as a first-in-the-nation approach aimed at social media addiction and youth mental health, citing depression, anxiety, body image issues, and suicide statistics. They said the bill would use platform age-estimation tools to identify minors, require verified parental consent for users 16 and under, disable certain addictive interface features, prohibit targeted advertising based on children’s data, and provide a private right of action and attorney general enforcement. Supporters, including Idaho Family Policy Center, argued it would empower parents and protect children. Opponents and skeptics, including the Computer and Communications Industry Association, argued the bill would violate minors’ First Amendment rights, regulate content moderation and software design, and invite litigation. Some members raised concerns about constitutional vulnerability, federal preemption, and the cost of defending the law, while others said the problem warranted action even if the bill might be litigated. After public testimony and committee discussion, the motion to send HB 542 to the floor with a due pass recommendation passed.

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• this legislation and vote it inexpedient to legislate.
• this legislation and vote it inexpedient to legislate.
• this legislation and vote it inexpedient to legislate.
• And, again, we oppose HB 691 and request that you go in expedient to legislate. Thank you.
• And, again, we oppose HB 691 and request that you go in expedient to legislate.

Keywords: 928, house, all

Summary: The committee took up several bills in executive session, beginning with HB 568 on subdivision regulations concerning water supply. Representative Donnelly moved ITL, arguing the bill would create costly studies, that towns already have jurisdiction over needed studies, and that the issue was not widespread. The committee voted ITL 9-7. HB 582, dealing with safety requirements for personal watercraft, was also moved ITL on the grounds that existing law already covers the issue and the bill was unnecessary after recent action on personal flotation devices. Representative Derby opposed the ITL, saying the bill was a common-sense safety measure and would restore a misdemeanor penalty, but the committee voted ITL 9-7. The committee then retained HB 595, relative to coastal resilience zones, after members said the bill was important but needed more work and time because of its complexity. Members noted it should be revisited later, and the motion to retain passed 16-0. HB 607, funding the Hampton Beach Area Commission and making appropriations, received an ought-to-pass recommendation 15-1, with support from members who described Hampton Beach as an important economic driver and one dissenting member saying the state should not bear the full cost. The committee also adopted Amendment 2025-3 on HB 624, establishing a local river management advisory committee grant program, by a 16-0 vote; the amendment shifted funding decisions to the Department of Environmental Services based on demonstrated need and a first-come, first-served process. The bill as amended then received an ought-to-pass recommendation 16-0 and was placed on consent. Later, the committee retained HB 629, funding the operation, maintenance, and repair of state dams, after members said the dams need attention but the bill required more work because suggested amendments had just been received. That motion passed 16-0. HB 644, concerning drones in state parks, was ITL’d because the Department of Parks and Recreation is already working through rulemaking on UAS use in remote areas, and the committee voted 16-0 for ITL. HB 657, the short notice booking act access for New Hampshire residents to state parks, was also ITL’d at the request of the prime sponsor, passing 16-0. The committee then adjourned and announced a later hearing on HB 663, which would allow the Division of Historical Resources to use a portion of Moose plate funds for administering its grant program; testimony from the sponsor and the division supported the bill as clarifying existing authority, and no final vote on HB 663 was included in the transcript excerpt.

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• appropriations.
• appropriations.
• And it's not dependent on legislation And it's not dependent on legislation legislative<00:19:24.680>
• </c> at the appropriate time. at the appropriate time.
• </c> this legislation. Yes. this legislation. Yes. Thank<01:31:57.360><c> you.

Keywords: MS Senate Floor - 7 January, 2026; 10:00 AM, 925, all

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• </c><02:15:15.520><c> for</c> Common Sense gun safety legislation for Common Sense gun safety legislation
• Our constituents sent us here to legislate. Legislating is hard work.
• Our constituents sent us here to legislate. Legislating is hard work.
• Speaker, I request the yeas and nays. The yeas and nays are requested.
• for the consideration of request for the consideration of legislation<05:34:54.638><c> fourth</c><05

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Friday, January 3, 2025, 1012, house, all

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• >> Yes, it was the first request.
• We had planned to request it if she appeared before the committee, but she did not, so we made the request
• </c><00:10:26.320><c> I</c> federal legislation. I federal legislation.
• request request in<00:14:26.320><c> this</c><00:14:26.560><c> subpoena</c> in this subpoena in this
• </c> right here in the subpoena request. right here in the subpoena request.

Keywords: 1183, house