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• Sarah Flock, California Federation of Labor Unions, in support. Good afternoon.
• The motion is due pass and we refer to the Committee on Labor, Public Employment, and Retirement.
• I am proud to present SB 1284, which ensures that billion-dollar corporations do not shift their labor
• We have to ask: Is it fair or sustainable for taxpayers to subsidize the labor costs of billion-dollar
• In fact, the UC Labor Center says that if we had the targets three years ago, families with employer

Summary: The committee heard SB 1377, which would change California’s medical exemption process for school immunizations. The author and supporters argued the bill would restore physician discretion, reduce fear of audits and discipline, and help families with medically vulnerable children obtain exemptions. Opponents, including pediatric, medical, and public health groups, said the current system created by SB 276 and SB 277 is working, that valid exemptions are still being issued, and that loosening oversight could undermine immunization rates and public health. Members debated the data behind claims of a chilling effect, the number of exemptions reviewed or revoked, and the bill’s amendments, which narrowed the measure to current exemptions and added a small additional threshold. Because there was no quorum at the time, action on SB 1377 was delayed until a quorum could be present. The committee then heard SB 995, the Masuma Khan Justice Act, which would create a statewide inspection and enforcement framework for large voluntary residential facilities, including private immigration detention centers. The author and supporters described alleged neglect and abuse in detention facilities, including denial of medication, unsafe food and water, and inadequate oversight, and argued the state should ensure humane conditions and accountability. The California Hospital Association expressed concern about duplicative oversight and possible overlap with existing regulation, while the author said the bill was being refined to avoid constitutional problems and duplication. The committee voted to do pass and re-refer SB 995 to Judiciary, with the roll call showing five votes and the bill placed on call. SB 1089 was also heard, proposing expanded access to GLP-1 medications for state and local government employees through CalPERS and encouraging broader affordability efforts through CalRx. The author framed the bill as a response to chronic weight disease, diabetes risk, and high costs, and described his own experience obtaining and paying for GLP-1 treatment. Supporters from the American Diabetes Association and medical groups said GLP-1s are effective tools for preventing and managing type 2 diabetes and could reduce long-term health costs. No opposition was heard, and the committee voted do pass and re-refer the bill to Labor, Public Employment, and Retirement, with the vote placed on call. The committee also began SB 1221 on Murphy conservatorships, with supporters and opponents debating whether district attorneys should have a larger role in these proceedings and whether the bill would improve public safety or disrupt the civil mental health process; the transcript cuts off before final action on that bill.

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• During the summer, it's a very good time for them to be building their literacy skills and educational
• skills.

Bills: SB61, SB62, SB99

Keywords: rural libraries, funding, cultural affairs, education, community support, appropriation, state investment, public resources, 996, all

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• We're seeing more complex civil matters that require skilled attorneys and greater involvement by the
• A skilled neutral mediator can help them step back, reframe the issues, and focus on what matters most

Summary: The House convened with roll call, prayer, and the Pledge of Allegiance, then approved the journal from the previous legislative day. In committee reports, several measures were printed and referred: House Joint Memorial 9, House Resolution 19, House Concurrent Resolution 22, and House Bills 499 through 506 were assigned to the appropriate standing committees or calendars. Later, House Bills 507 through 510 were also introduced and referred for printing, including a transportation bill on vehicle inspections, a government transparency and ethics bill, and other technical or policy measures. The House also took up House Resolution 20, a State Affairs Committee resolution condemning political violence, honoring victims, and urging Idahoans to reject political violence. During announcements, members noted the Chief Justice’s scheduled address, a birthday recognition for the Sergeant at Arms, a gallery introduction, and an invitation to a legislative reception hosted by the Idaho Association of Building Officials. Committee meeting schedules for the week were also read into the record. Chief Justice G. Richard Bevan addressed the House on the state of Idaho’s judiciary, emphasizing fiscal restraint, rising caseloads, treatment courts, mediation, access to justice, courthouse modernization, security concerns, cybersecurity threats, and civic education efforts. He highlighted the judiciary’s use of existing resources, the importance of peer support in mental health courts, and ongoing collaboration with counties and the legislature. The House responded appreciatively, and then adjourned until 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, January 21, 2026.

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• We're seeing more complex civil matters that require skilled attorneys and greater involvement by the
• A skilled neutral mediator can help them step back, reframe the issues, and focus on what matters most

Keywords: 989, all

Summary: The House convened with roll call, prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and approval of the previous journal. Committee reports then moved several measures: House Joint Memorial 9, House Resolution 19, House Concurrent Resolution 22, and House Bills 499 through 506 were printed and referred to the appropriate committees or calendars. House Resolution 20, condemning political violence and honoring victims, was introduced and sent to Judiciary, Rules and Administration for printing. The House also received first readings of House Bills 507 through 510. These bills would revise militia and military affairs provisions, make changes to highway and bridge laws, limit certain vehicle inspections by the Idaho Transportation Department, and update government transparency and ethics laws, including protections for public employee communications with the legislature and legislative public records requests. All four bills were referred to the Judiciary, Rules and Administration Committee for printing. The main event of the day was an address by the Chief Justice to the House. He described the judiciary’s workload, including rising civil caseloads, criminal and juvenile cases, and the continued use of treatment courts, mediation, remote hearings, and online access tools. He emphasized fiscal restraint, courthouse security, cybersecurity threats, and the need for public education about the courts, while noting recent county courthouse projects and the loss of funding for peer support services in mental health courts. The House thanked the Chief Justice and other judges, then adjourned until the next day.

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• Beyond sharing his skill in martial arts, Beyond sharing his skill in martial arts, Mr.

Summary: The Assembly met in session after a quorum call, with the clerk calling the roll and a quorum eventually declared present. The day began with a prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, followed by routine procedural actions: the previous day’s journal was dispensed with, committee reports were deemed read, and several motions were approved, including unanimous consent to allow specified members to speak on adjournments in memory and to let Assemblymember Ortega have guests in the rear of the chamber. The body also gave one-day notice to remove SB 25 from the inactive file. On the daily file, Assembly Bill 673 was read with amendments and the amendments were deemed adopted. Concurrent items 2 and 3, Governor’s vetoes in items 4 through 77, reconsideration items 79 through 81, and third-reading items 82 through 84 were passed and retained or continued as noted. No substantive floor debate occurred on legislation during the session, which was described as a very short session. Most of the meeting was devoted to adjournment-in-memory tributes. Members honored Monica Lynn Martinez Hayes, a Capitol scheduler and artist; Edwin Silva Brazil, a dairyman and community leader; Grand Master Deng Huiduk, a martial arts instructor and mentor; victims of a Stockton shooting, including four young people; and the victims of the Eaton and Palisades fires. Several members spoke about the fire victims by name and emphasized recovery, resilience, and the need to support affected communities. A moment of silence was observed, the names were ordered printed in the journal, and the House adjourned until Friday, January 16 at 9 a.m.

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• Beyond sharing his skill in martial arts, Beyond sharing his skill in martial arts, Mr.

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• including the Panhandle brush fires. ...another, and Storm Ranch will give responders statewide the skills
• This facility ensures that when the rivers rise, Texas responders... ...have the skills, the confidence

Bills: SB3, SB 3

Keywords: disaster relief, emergency funding, flood management, Meteorological forecasting, local government assistance, training facilities, flash flood, flood warning, outdoor warning siren, emergency alert, disaster preparedness, flood mitigation, Hill Country floods, Texas Water Development Board, municipalities, counties, local government mandate, public safety, grant program, backup power

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• earned a bachelor's degree. from Dallas Baptist and a master's degree from UTA, always taking his skill
• Recognizing his incredible leadership... skills, his ability to tackle big problems, and his love for

Bills: HR34, HR36, HR38, HR39, HR41, HR42, HR43, HR67, HR68, HR73, HR77, HR81, HR104, HR166, HR201, HR202, HR223, HR226, HR233, HR234, HR246, HR264, HR266, HR268, HR271, HR280, HR282, HR286, HR291, HR292, HR296, HR298, HR319, HR326, HR329, HR348, HR354, HR373, HR376, HR381, HR385, HR386, HR387, HR391, HR394, HR395, HR396, HR399, HR400, HR402, HR403, HR404, HR408, HR409, HR410, HR413, HR414, HR417, HR418, HR419, HR422, HR424, HR429, HR435, HR439, HR440, HR22, HR88, HR94, HR136, HR194, HR231, HR302, HR397, HR416, HR420, HR421, HR423, HR430, HR431

Keywords: Ramadan, Islam, Muslim community, spiritual observance, cultural recognition, Eid al-Fitr, celebration, Texas legislation, Mother's Day, family, women, honor, Father's Day, gratefulness, recognition, Diwali, festival of lights, Hinduism, unity, Veterans Day

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• I'm a climate advocate sitting side by side with labor to talk to you about why this bill represents
• I'm a climate advocate sitting side by side with labor to talk to you about why this bill represents
• We also strongly support the labor provisions that were mentioned before Sections 11, 41, and 59.
• I was with the governor, who was at best neutral about having labor standards.
• Next is James McCaffrey. wage and union labor and such.

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The committee heard testimony on H. 4144, the Governor’s Energy Affordability, Independence, and Innovation Act, with the administration arguing the bill would lower bills in the short and long term while expanding clean energy supply and innovation. The Governor and Secretary said the bill would reduce or restructure charges on customer bills, reform Mass Save, expand securitization as a financing tool, speed interconnection, create energy-ready zones, strengthen consumer protections in competitive supply, and allow broader state procurement of energy resources. They said the package could save consumers billions over time and would help address high energy costs, especially during extreme heat and winter spikes. Committee members pressed the administration on several provisions, especially securitization, asking whether the bill requires an apples-to-apples comparison of total costs over time, including interest and lost tax revenue, versus paying through rates. Administration witnesses said DPU review and public comment would be required and said they would work to clarify the language if needed. Members also questioned the bill’s solar and procurement provisions, including reduced net metering compensation for some large facilities, the scope of all-resource procurements, and whether hydro, solar, and nuclear would be included; the administration said those resources were contemplated and that procurement would still be reviewed by DPU. Other questions focused on the short-term relief from bill changes, the treatment of low- and moderate-income discounts, and whether the bill’s heat pump and Mass Save reforms would help customers who cannot afford upfront costs. Several witnesses and committee members discussed Mass Save reforms, including securitization of program costs, on-bill financing, pre-approval of rebates, and shifting program administration away from gas utilities. Administration witnesses said the changes were intended to reduce volatility, lower administrative costs, and better align costs with long-term savings. Questions also touched on geothermal permitting, municipal participation in offshore wind procurement, and the proposed repeal of the ballot requirement for nuclear power, which the administration defended as preserving future options under heavy review. No votes were taken during the hearing portion described. Supportive testimony came from labor, environmental, business, planning, and development groups. The AFL-CIO, NECA, and the Environmental League of Massachusetts backed the bill, emphasizing lower bills, job creation, labor standards, just transition protections, and cleaner energy. NAIOP, the Massachusetts Business Roundtable, and MAPC supported provisions on energy-ready zones, interconnection reform, microgrids, extreme-heat shutoff protections, and Mass Save improvements. A HEET representative praised the bill’s use of securitization, geothermal, and utility financing tools but urged guardrails and workforce protections. Overall, testimony was broadly favorable, with most witnesses calling for refinements rather than opposing the bill outright.

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• Yvonne Fernandez with the California Labor Federation, a proud co-sponsor of AB 1331...
• We at the Labor Federation, of course, support safety and workplace violence prevention.
• Elmer Lazzardi here on behalf of the California Federation of Labor Unions and Support.
• Elmer Lizar on behalf of the California Federation of Labor Unions in support. Thank you.
• Elman Lazard, on behalf of the California Federation of Labor Unions, in support. Thank you.

Summary: The committee first heard AB 56, which would require social media platforms to display a warning label about potential mental health harms from prolonged use, with amendments shortening the initial warning and allowing immediate access to the platform. The author and supporters, including a parent who lost a daughter to suicide and a therapist, argued that social media contributes to teen anxiety, self-harm, and other harms and that families need clearer public health information. Opponents from tech and civil liberties groups argued the bill would be ineffective, burdensome, and likely unconstitutional, saying it would create warning fatigue and should be replaced by more targeted tools and digital literacy measures. Several members discussed emergency access concerns, language access, and whether the warning should be more actionable; the bill was moved on a 9-0 vote to the Judiciary Committee. The committee then took up AB 358, which would amend CalECPA to allow law enforcement, with the victim’s consent, to inspect certain abandoned tracking or surveillance devices found in a victim’s home, vehicle, or personal property without first obtaining a warrant. The author and a San Diego prosecutor said the bill is narrowly tailored to devices used solely for spying and is intended to help stalking and domestic violence survivors act quickly before evidence is lost. Opponents from EFF and the ACLU warned the bill would weaken warrant protections, create a loophole around CalECPA, and reduce transparency and accountability. Members debated Fourth Amendment issues, abandonment, and the practical need for rapid access; the bill passed the committee on a 9-0 vote to Appropriations. The committee also heard AB 1137, which builds on last year’s CSAM reporting law by allowing any user to report child sexual abuse material, requiring clearer reporting mechanisms, adding human review in some cases, and mandating third-party audits and public reporting. Supporters, including survivor advocates and a parent of a child victim, said the bill would reduce the burden on survivors and improve removal of abusive content. Tech industry opponents said they support the goal but objected to the human-review mandate, public audit disclosures, and enforcement provisions, arguing they could create security risks and compliance burdens. Members generally supported the bill’s intent but raised questions about audit frequency and human review; the bill was moved on call with seven votes at the time of the transcript.

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• agreement and that do not include a project labor agreement.
• Project labor agreements is a totally different subject.
• Domestic violence and labor exploitation go unnoticed.
• >> Government, Labor, and Elections. >> Government, Labor, and Elections.
• The Labor Subcommittee of Government, Labor, and Elections will be holding its inaugural organizational

Keywords: House streaming session for Thursday, February 12, 2026, 957, house, all

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• um but examples of tier one skills um but examples of tier one instruction<00:59:14.359><c> is</c><00
• And, you know, if it's one thing we know in K through 3, there's a wide variety of reading skills and
• And, you know, if it's one thing we know in K through 3, there's a wide variety of reading skills and
• And, you know, if it's one thing we know in K through 3, there's a wide variety of reading skills and
• </c> Workforce and life transition skill Workforce and life transition skill services<01:20:15.719><c

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• All right, the Senate Budget Subcommittee Number 5 on Corrections, Public Safety, Judiciary, Labor, and
• The third part of Part A, which we're working on right now, is Labor.
• Eunice handles transportation and Diego handles labor, but you are certainly the overarching champion
• Eunice handles transportation and Diego handles labor, but certainly you are overarching champion that

Summary: The Senate Budget Subcommittee No. 5 on Corrections, Public Safety, Judiciary, Labor, and Transportation met with a quorum present and took up a vote-only agenda on a large set of budget issues across corrections, public safety, judiciary, labor, and transportation. One public commenter, Edward Hasbrook of the Identity Project, opposed the DMV state-to-state Real ID proposal, arguing that uploading driver data to the AMVA/Spex database would expose Californians’ information to federal and out-of-state access and should be removed from the budget for fuller consideration. The committee then voted on multiple grouped items in Part A, Part B, and Part C, generally adopting staff recommendations. Most votes passed with either unanimous support or two-to-one margins, with Senator Seyarto occasionally voting no or not voting. The actions were described as reflecting the Senate’s budget plan and were intended to be folded into the broader budget agreement. In closing comments, the chair and members highlighted several issues they want to continue pursuing in negotiations, including privacy and security concerns with the Real ID state-to-state system, rehabilitation and reentry programming, workforce training, and expansion of the Wildfire Mitigation Grant Program. Senator DeRazzo also emphasized support for justice-system programs, public defenders, trauma recovery centers, and workforce initiatives, while Senator Seyarto stressed transportation funding, court capacity for Prop. 36 implementation, and broader workforce and business development. The chair thanked public participants, staff, consultants, sergeants, and the Department of Finance and LAO, and the subcommittee adjourned.

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• With respect to cobalt, they use forced labor and child labor to pick the cobalt by hand.
• or mines in Congo, but then they also are willing to buy from artisanal miners where they use child labor
• and forced labor, essentially slaves, to mine this cobalt.

Summary: The committee first called the roll and established a quorum, then heard Senate Bill 1553, sponsored by Senator Curtis Gregory. The bill is aimed at reshoring critical supply chains to the United States through tax credits and related incentives for production of pharmaceuticals, critical minerals, materials, and metals. Gregory said the Senate version added clarifying language tying eligible materials to federal critical-materials and FDA lists. Witnesses in support described the bill as a national security measure and an economic development tool for Missouri, citing dependence on China and India for medicines and materials, forced labor concerns in cobalt supply chains, and examples of Missouri companies and institutions already working in pharmaceutical and mineral production. Several supporters noted the bill’s incentives would be difficult to use without additional federal support, and one witness said the transferable tax credits were a key strength, though the scope could be narrowed in the future. Support testimony came from Douglas Jost of Jost Chemical Company, Jared Hankinson of the Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Matt Thompson of the API Innovation Center, Michael Givens of Doe Run Company, and Matthew Smith of Associated Industries of Missouri. Their comments emphasized supply-chain vulnerability, national security, and Missouri’s existing manufacturing base. No opposition or informational testimony was presented, and there were no substantive questions after the witnesses. The committee then moved into executive session and voted unanimously, 9-0, to report Senate Bill 1553 do pass.

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• I will call to order the Labor and Commerce Committee, please be To order the Labor and Commerce Committee
• The subcommittee notes this is similar to HB 316, patroned by Delegate Hope, which passed Labor and Commerce
• It is similar to HB 1439 from Delegate Shin, which reported from labor from this committee by a vote

Keywords: House Room A, General Assembly Building, 976, house, all

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• HB 2835, laborers prohibition. HB 2836, prohibition. HB 2836, prohibition. HB 2837, prohibition.
• misclassification task force, 2464 repealed right to work, 2465 citizenship status documentation, 2466 employment labor
• inter-natural tree Commission, 2774 Mellick examiners, 2777 chiropractic assistance, 2782 corporation, 2783 labor
• organizations, 2787 federal nullification, Mexican wolf. 2783 labor organizations, 2787 federal notification

Summary: The House convened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and approval of the journal. Members then introduced the Doctor of the Day, Dr. John Lynch, and recognized several guest groups in the gallery, including Arizona electric co-op representatives, March of Dimes participants, CRNAs, AEA retirees, a University of Arizona legislative fellow, and ACLU visitors. Attendance was recorded at 58 present, one absent, and one excused. The chamber handled routine floor business, including temporary committee replacements, referral of HB 2677 from Judiciary to Public Safety and Law Enforcement, and the first reading and referral of a large number of House bills and one concurrent resolution. The bill list covered a wide range of topics, including education, appropriations, housing, taxes, health care, public safety, energy, water, labor, elections, and several measures related to abortion, firearms, and tribal affairs. Second reading of bills was also announced for another extensive set of measures. During announcements, members promoted a blood drive, a Veterans Caucus coffee-and-donuts event and lunch with a Department of Defense speaker, and several committee meetings or cancellations. No substantive debate or votes on legislation occurred beyond the procedural motions and the final motion to adjourn. The House adjourned until 10 a.m. on Thursday, January 22, 2026.

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• , TPD Agriculture, Ways and Means; HB 2836, TPP Contracting; HB 2834, Claims, Commerce; HB 2835, Laborers
• misclassification task force, 2464 repealed right to work, 2465 citizenship status documentation, 2466 employment labor
• appropriating ADOT, 2760 inter-natural tree Commission, 2777 chiropractic assistance, 2782 corporation, 2783 labor
• organizations, 2787 federal nullification, Mexican wolf. 2783 labor organizations, 2787 federal notification

Keywords: 1182, all

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• Senator Peters Adding CCP Labor Abuses Act, introduced with Senators Lummis and Curtis, will keep the
• And we are considering also the Peters Lummis Curtis bill on China and combating labor abuses of 2025
• As amended by the Cruz Substitute as modified, S-580, the Combating CCP Labor Abuses Act of 2025.
• this bill goes after Russian and in particular Chinese fishing fleets which oh by the way use slave labor

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• And on top of that, over half of the young men in our care have also been labor trafficked.
• The labor trafficking problem is huge.
• So, we see labor trafficking in the daytime and sex trafficking at night, big problems.
• So, labor trafficking in the daytime and sex trafficking at night are big problems.

Bills: SJR36, SB2, SR9, SR10, SR16

Keywords: American Public Works Association, public works, infrastructure, Texas, recognition day, local government, municipalities, APWA, Texas Chapter, community development, engineering, professional recognition, community impact, Texas Society of Professional Engineers, Lubbock leadership, recognition, professional achievement, Alpha Kappa Alpha, sorority, social service

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• To ensure that educators have the knowledge and skills to improve the performance of our students in
• in the state through a system of aligned accountability policies and supports. the knowledge and skills
• from an educator implementation lens, but also identifying for policymakers and industry leaders skills
• We work to ensure students leave our schools with not just a high school diploma, but a plan, skills,
• Working with Teach Plus, my group has spent the last year researching teacher beliefs, skill levels,

Keywords: 1184, house, all