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• That's all the state contributes to in the homelmes mission.
• So returning $10 million to the state to do that.
• Share him Between Oka and DMH, he has two years of experience in the state of Washington working on the
• So we're still sending testing out of state.
• By the way, it's obvious we got more money than most States.

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• We launched this program with our state universities this past year.
• So we'll have that conversation at the state universities and at UMass.
• I'm Linda Thompson, president of Westville State University.
• University system on behalf of the State University Council of Presidents.
• financial aid, and the state university student success programs.

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• And universities.
• Appointments of Native American people, cultural bearers to the UCs and even Cal State universities,
• Finally, the University of California will continue to implement recommendations made by the state auditor
• We are dealing with some of the most prominent universities in the state of California and the country
• We have had genuine commitment from California State University, Fresno, Dr.

Summary: The joint hearing focused on the University of California’s compliance with NAGPRA and CalNAGPRA and the pace of repatriating Native American human remains and cultural items. The State Auditor said UC has made progress but still lacks urgency and accountability, citing chronic problems with incomplete inventories, limited staffing, inconsistent campus practices, unsecured or loaned items, and weak systemwide oversight. The auditor reported that 12 of 19 prior recommendations remain open, and projected that, at current rates, some campuses would not finish repatriation for many years. The Native American Heritage Commission and its executive director echoed those concerns, saying the work has been too slow for laws that have been in place for decades and that enforcement regulations are being finalized. Tribal representatives and lawmakers stressed the sacred nature of the remains, the need for clearer deadlines, and the need for stronger consequences and legislative oversight if UC does not comply. UC officials responded that the system has substantially reformed its policies since 2019, including new consultation requirements, equal-number campus and systemwide NAGPRA committees, more staffing, and more funding. Teresa Maldonado said UC has repatriated more than 9,000 of about 17,000 ancestors and large numbers of funerary and cultural objects, and that UC is continuing to implement audit recommendations, improve transparency, and expand support for tribes. UC Berkeley, UC San Diego, UC Riverside, and UC Santa Barbara each described campus-specific progress, including more staff, more consultations, more searches of high-risk buildings and labs, updated databases and timelines, and increased repatriations. Berkeley said it has repatriated over 80% of ancestors it held and is on track to meet its federal deadline; San Diego said it has repatriated 73% of ancestors and 53% of cultural items; Riverside said nearly all known ancestors and associated funerary objects have been repatriated or noticed; and Santa Barbara said it has rebuilt its program with clear benchmarks and stronger oversight. Members of the Legislature pressed both sides on whether UC’s efforts are fast enough and whether the university’s reports are specific enough to show real progress. Several lawmakers asked what consequences exist for noncompliance, how the Legislature can use its budget authority without violating UC’s constitutional autonomy, and whether campuses should be required to set clearer completion dates and spend allocated funds more fully. UC and the auditor both said tribal consultation must remain central, but lawmakers emphasized that the current timelines—some extending into the 2030s and 2040s—are unacceptable. No votes were taken; the hearing was informational oversight, with the auditor and UC officials indicating they will continue reporting back through future audits and updates.

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• In the early 1970s, labs in our state pioneered recombinant DNA, In the early 1970s, labs in our state
• Rod later graduated from San Jose State University in 1961 with a Bachelor of Science in accounting,
• While at San Jose State, he met his first wife, Marianne Fudge.
• University.
• University.

Summary: The Senate began with a quorum call, prayer, and the Pledge of Allegiance, then moved through several floor recognitions. Members honored the Natomas Nighthawks boys basketball team for their championship season, and the chamber also recognized the 2026 James Irvine Foundation Leadership Awardees for work on homelessness, education, youth civic engagement, community college success, and mental health. Individual awardees highlighted included Chris Chapman, Leanne Chun, Darla Cooper, Virgil Moorhead Jr. and Amy Matheson, Adrian Hillman and Aaron Garner Ford, and Selina Alvarez. The Senate also welcomed former U.S. Treasurer Rosie Rios Perez and later heard committee and budget subcommittee announcements. On legislation, the body considered and passed Senate Resolution 88 by Senator Blakespear, commemorating the 50th anniversary of modern biotechnology and the 20th anniversary of the California Biotechnology Foundation. The resolution emphasized California’s role in biotech innovation and the industry’s economic and public health impact. The Senate also passed Senate Resolution 90 by Senator Gonzalez, recognizing April 14–16 as Khmer New Year and celebrating Cambodian American culture, especially in Long Beach. The chamber confirmed five gubernatorial appointments: Alan Guy, Henry Nutt III, and Steven Pennelli to the Contractors State License Board; Jacob Arkavakotov to the Medical Board of California; and Dr. V. V. Ling Sai to the Medical Board of California. All confirmations were approved by unanimous or near-unanimous roll call votes. The Senate also suspended a rule to allow Senate Bill 1447 to be heard in policy committees after the deadline, and later announced that the next floor session would be held on Monday, April 13, 2026. The session concluded with adjournment in memory of Rod Diridon Sr., with extended remarks from Senators Cortese, Wahab, and Becker describing his long public service, leadership on transportation and environmental issues, and lasting influence in Santa Clara County and beyond.

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• United States.
• Idaho will soon designate hunting as a state sport.
• Currently, no other state has officially ever done this.
• I'm a student at Idaho State University.
• I'm a student at Idaho State University.

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Summary: The Resources and Conservation Committee first heard Department of Fish and Game Rule Docket 13-0104-2401, a broad rewrite of licensing and tag rules that incorporated the new nonresident draw framework, moved several licensing provisions into one chapter, added or clarified definitions, and made other cleanup changes. The department also described changes to landowner appreciation and permission hunts, including adding turkey eligibility and a 79-acre minimum for certain landowner properties, clarifying disability certification, combining some deer tag quotas, changing controlled-hunt thresholds, and revising refund and exchange provisions. Members asked about nonresident disabled veteran tag allotments, the acreage standard, and the policy against selling landowner appreciation tags; the department said the tags are separate allotments, the acreage was chosen as a practical midpoint, and the commission does not allow monetization of wildlife tags. The committee ultimately adopted the docket, but struck Sections 700.02 and 800.02 concerning bighorn sheep auction and lottery hunt areas after a tied vote on an attempt to approve the rule without those exceptions. The committee then approved Docket 13-117-2401, a repeal of the bait-for-big-game chapter because its content had been moved into another chapter. After that, it took up Docket 13-0108-2401, the big game hunting rules, which included moving license and tag provisions out, adding a definition for a bow “verifier,” allowing electronic tagging in the future, updating muzzleloader sabots to match statute, creating a center-fire open-site season, removing some bow restrictions, revising motorized hunting rules, authorizing certain private-land predator hunting near feeding sites, adding herd-health kill authorizations, and moving the bait rules into this chapter. A major portion of the docket addressed advanced hunting technology restrictions for big game and wolves, including limits on thermal optics, night vision, drones, and transmitting trail cameras during certain dates, with exceptions for wolves and livestock protection. The department said the proposal came from a lengthy public process and was intended to protect fair chase while preserving wolf management tools and livestock protections. Public testimony on the technology docket was extensive and sharply divided. Supporters argued the restrictions were needed to preserve fair chase, prevent unfair advantages, and protect wildlife populations, while opponents said the rules would hinder wolf management, reduce the ability to find wounded or dead game, and conflict with Idaho law on wolf take methods. Several speakers emphasized the process used by Fish and Game and the need to keep hunting ethical and challenging; others said the proposal would make Idaho an outlier compared with neighboring states. Because of time limits and the volume of testimony, the committee did not vote on the technology docket and instead voted to hold Docket 13-0108-2401 in committee for later consideration.

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• IT HAPPENS ALL OVER THE STATE. BANK YOU FOR YOUR EFFORTS.
• TO ESTABLISH UNIVERSAL SCHOOL CHOICE.
• WE WERE PIONEERS IN GETTING UNIVERSAL SCHOOL CHOICE INTO OUR STATE AND BEING NUMBER ONE IN THE NATION
• FOR UNIVERSAL SCHOOL FREEDOM.
• THERE WERE OTHER STATES SITTING ON THE PANEL WITH ME.

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• </c> state. 75% roughly of Kentucky is rural. state. 75% roughly of Kentucky is rural.
• </c> just to help all the people in our state just to help all the people in our state because<00:04:
• This bill basically in the state.
• A great investment for the state.
• </c> state senator from the second district. state senator from the second district.

Keywords: Meeting Start 00:00:00 Roll Call 00:00:10 SB 11 Discussion 00:01:20 SB 11 Vote 00:05:00 SB 41 Discussion 00:5:43 SB 41 Vote 00:15:03 SB 59 Discussion 00:20:30 SB 59 Vote 00:28:15 SB 57 Discussion 00:29:40 SB 57 Vote 00:40:00 SB 125 Discussion 00:42:43 SB 125 Vote 00:50:53 SB 191 Discussion 00:53:19 SB 191 Vote 00:59:38, 958, all

Summary: The committee first took up Senate Bill 11, a proposal to create a matching-grant program for neighborhood storm shelters in rural Kentucky. Sponsor Steve Meredith and supporters from the Kentucky League of Cities and the City of Morgantown said the idea was to use FEMA-style funding to help residents who live far from community shelters, noting that in some rural counties it can take 30 to 45 minutes to reach a shelter during severe weather. The committee adopted the substitute and passed the bill 11-0, with no nay votes. The committee then considered Senate Bill 41, which would require a ballot referendum whenever a taxing entity raises property taxes more than 4 percent, rather than relying on the current petition process. Sponsor Gary Boswell said the bill would give taxpayers more direct control and argued that local governments should simply avoid raising taxes above the threshold. Superintendents from Rockcastle and Casey counties opposed the bill, saying it would weaken local control, add election costs, delay budgets, and make it harder for school districts to keep up with inflation, insurance, transportation, and construction costs. After debate, the committee passed the bill 7-3 with favorable expression. Next, the committee heard Senate Bill 59, which would add criminal penalties to KRS 65.013, the law barring public funds from being used to advocate for or against ballot questions. Sponsor Steve Rawlings said the measure was prompted by reports of school officials using public resources to oppose a 2024 ballot issue and argued the law needs real enforcement to protect taxpayers and election integrity. Members raised concerns about First Amendment issues and the bill’s gray areas, especially for public employees speaking on their own time; Rawlings said the substitute removed volunteer references, allowed balanced issue debates, and clarified that employees acting on their own time and resources would not be prohibited. The committee passed the bill 8-3 with favorable expression. The committee also began hearing Senate Bill 57, as substituted, from Senator Danny Carroll. The bill would create a nuclear-ready site readiness pilot program under the Kentucky Nuclear Energy Development Authority, with up to three projects receiving up to $25 million each to help cover early site permitting and related licensing costs. Carroll, along with witnesses from the UK Center for Applied Energy Research and the Public Service Commission, said the goal is to build a nuclear energy ecosystem in Kentucky, with safeguards including surety bonds, deadlines, and cost-recovery provisions. The discussion was still underway when the transcript ended.

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• </c> we have and in terms of protecting state we have and in terms of protecting state government<00:
• </c> state agencies? state agencies? &gt;&gt; Director<00:20:20.799><c> Grubs.
• </c> throughout the state of Minnesota. throughout the state of Minnesota.
• </c> democratic states for being democratic. democratic states for being democratic.
• ." state." state."

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• </c> from Washington. Thank you, Mr. from Washington. Thank you, Mr.
• </c><01:25:25.600><c> So,</c> in a more inert state. So, in a more inert state.
• So how can we build the state.
• </c> Senator from Washington. Thank you, Mr. Senator from Washington. Thank you, Mr.
• </c> states deal with this in other ways. states deal with this in other ways.

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• COMBINED REPORTING IS A COMMONSENSE POLICY ADOPTED IN 28 OTHER STATES AND WASHINGTON D.C..
• MY NAME IS ALYSSA., SENIOR OF FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY GROUP IN SENATOR PASSIDOMO DISTRICT OF NAPLES
• WAS BORN AND RAISED IN JACKSONVILLE FLORIDA AND AM A STUDENT AT FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY.
• MY NAME IS DAKOTA., SOPHOMORE FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY HERE TO SPEAK IN OPPOSITION OF THE TAX HOLIDAY
• >> MY NAME IS TYLER HOFFMAN., SENIOR AT FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY.

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• He asked how that data compared with what the witness had testified or stated in a State of the State
• > or stated in a state of the uh the state or stated in a state of the uh the state address<01:44:51.360
• Is union participation higher in right-to-work states or non-right-to-work states?
• </c><02:47:13.840><c> and</c><02:47:14.359><c> states</c> data comparing to V States and states data
• </c><03:39:28.120><c> are</c> States so some right to work states are States so some right to work states

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• We have the opportunity today to hear from our University of Idaho folks.
• university for the state of Idaho.
• I think that's fairly important for our state.
• State data has a pretty significant lag.
• There has been some state legislation in that arena.

Summary: The committee approved the January 14, 2026 minutes and then heard a presentation from the University of Idaho on the financial condition of Idaho agriculture in 2025. Presenter Brett Wilder said Idaho agriculture is a major part of the state economy and forecasted record cash receipts of about $12.1 billion, driven largely by livestock, especially cattle and dairy. He contrasted strong livestock performance with weaker crop markets, noting declines in potatoes, sugar beets, wheat, and barley, along with rising labor, storage, transportation, and interest costs. He also said export activity remains important, with agriculture accounting for a large share of Idaho exports, and projected overall net farm income to rise modestly in 2025 despite continued pressure on crop producers. Committee members asked about cattle herd rebuilding, heifer retention, dairy-beef crossbreeding, Canadian cattle imports, processing capacity, hemp, land values, and producer leverage. Wilder said herd expansion appears to be starting, but the official federal inventory data was still pending; he also said beef-on-dairy production and the eventual reopening of the Mexican border could help rebuild supplies. On the crop side, he described severe financial stress from low prices, high debt, and reduced capital spending, and said sugar beets were likely to see the largest further drop in value in 2026. He added that land values remain strong but are closer to fair value than the peaks seen a few years ago, and that he was tracking rental rates and regional land trends. Wilder also discussed the broader supply chain, saying the beef sector depends on multiple links from genetics through processing and that packers and processors need enough cattle flow to remain viable. He said current conditions favor cow-calf producers more than processors, while crop producers face continued margin pressure. The committee thanked him for the presentation, asked no further questions, and adjourned the meeting until Thursday at 1:30 p.m.

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• </c><00:18:42.799><c> uh</c> but that there might be some State uh but that there might be some State
• </c> there is virus circulating in your state there is virus circulating in your state in<00:36:10.880
• </c><01:25:28.600><c> of</c> through deers for the entire state of through deers for the entire state
• </c> MDA and consultation with University MDA and consultation with University extension<01:27:11.440
• </c> that cannot be paid the mesal State that cannot be paid the mesal State cattman<01:30:31.440><c>

Bills: HF601, HF271, HF1101, HF979

Keywords: agriculture, depredation compensation, livestock, crop damage, elk, wolves, wildlife management, skills path program, career and technical education, CTE, dual credit, postsecondary options enrollment, apprenticeship, apprenticeship readiness, dual training, work-based learning, career pathways, skilled trades, workforce development, high school to career

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• tool in wolf management in other U.S. states and Canadian provinces where wolves occur, and other states
• Oregon, Wyoming, Washington, Idaho, and Montana follow.
• California has that slightly smaller than what other states have.
• For instance, there isn't a whole lot of fladry in the state.
• Society of the United States.

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• I’m from District 9, Washington, Payette, and Canyon County.
• on me to uphold state law?
• Other states have these laws for years. Utah just did it last year.
• Bruce Gog, District 10, Star, Middleton, Nampa areas of our great state.
• I represent District 9, Payette, Washington, and Canyon County.

Summary: The House Judiciary and Rules Committee approved the minutes from March 17, 2026, then took up several bills. House Bill 896, sponsored by Representative Shirts for Speaker Moyle, would create a process for certain state and local leaders to refer alleged law violations to the Attorney General, allow notice and an opportunity to cure, authorize enforcement actions and attorney’s fees, and permit disqualification from public office or employment for uncured violations. Supporters said it was a measured way to ensure laws are followed; opponents argued it lacked a probable-cause threshold, could be weaponized politically, and improperly exempted the legislature. Despite those concerns, the committee sent HB 896 to the floor with a do pass recommendation, with Representative Gannon recorded as opposed. The committee then advanced House Bill 856, which tightens Idaho’s laws on human remains by prohibiting the sale, purchase, or lease of dry human remains and making violations a felony. Representative Scott and testifiers described online and retail sales of human remains, grave-robbery concerns, and the need to close loopholes in current law. The bill drew support from the Idaho Association of Counties, the Idaho State Association of County Coroners, and the Ada County Chief Legal Advisor, and it was sent to the floor with a do pass recommendation. The committee also unanimously advanced Senate Bill 1250, which exempts photos of deceased individuals from public disclosure under the Public Records Act while preserving a family-request exception after proceedings conclude; testimony emphasized privacy, dignity, and avoiding trauma for families, while the press club supported the balance struck in the bill. Later, the committee approved Senate Bill 1260, which clarifies Idaho’s immigration-related law by refining definitions and limiting application to adults, and Senate Bill 1369, which revises venue rules so certain civil cases may be filed where the incident occurred rather than only where the defendant resides. Both were sent to the floor with do pass recommendations, with one recorded no on SB 1260. Finally, the committee heard and passed Senate Bill 1311, which requires ignition interlock vendors to report proof of installation to the Transportation Department and notify prosecutors when a device prevents a vehicle from starting. AAA, MADD-related advocates, and victims’ families supported the bill as a way to close loopholes and improve DUI enforcement; the committee sent it to the floor with a do pass recommendation and no recorded opposition.

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• We've been at this since the University of Arizona did this for us.
• There are co-talkers from all those states.
• of New Mexico, the 50 states, and also the world.
• We have the state, the University of Arizona plans, but they're all concepts.
• The final meeting will be November 5th in the state capitol.

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• If you’ll state your name for the record and proceed with your testimony.
• If you’ll state your name for the record and proceed with your testimony.
• No other state, with the exception of California, bans keys.
• </c><00:31:23.919><c> the</c> testing method that study stated the testing method that study stated the
• </c><00:35:32.240><c> of</c> currently all keys in the state of currently all keys in the state of Minnesota

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Summary: The committee took up House File 737, which would amend Minnesota’s lead- and cadmium-related product restrictions and was re-referred to the Committee on Environment, Finance and Policy. Representative Bjorn Olson said the bill was prompted by a constituent who could no longer make cadmium-based art supplies in Minnesota, and he argued the law unintentionally swept in professional art materials that are used safely and are important to Western art culture. The committee first adopted the author’s A2 amendment, which broadened the bill to include additional exemptions beyond paint and pastels, including certain pens, mechanical pencils, and vehicle keys/key fobs. Testimony in support came from Darren Reenie of Wet Paint Artist Materials and Framing, who said artist paint and related supplies account for a significant share of sales and that the ban threatens independent art supply businesses and artists’ access to essential pigments. Josh Fiser of the Alliance for Automotive Innovation supported the key and key fob exemption, saying the current law is overly broad, exposure risk is minimal, and Minnesota should align with California and European Union standards. Bill Morgan of the Arts and Creative Materials Institute and Writing Instrument Manufacturers Association also supported the amendment, arguing there was little scientific basis for including pens, mechanical pencils, and professional artist materials, and citing prior reviews in the Consumer Product Safety Commission and the European Union. The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency, through Assistant Commissioner Kirk Kadelka, opposed broad exemptions and emphasized that no amount of lead is safe for children. He said the law was based on evidence from consumer products associated with elevated blood lead levels and argued that safer alternatives exist for many of the items in the amendment, including pens, mechanical pencils, and some key components. He also raised concerns about exposure during production and disposal. Committee members questioned the scope of the exemptions and whether the industry had workable alternatives. The A2 amendment was adopted, and the bill was then advanced for further consideration and re-referred as noted by the chair.

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• </c><00:03:59.439><c> of</c> Minneapolis, including the University of Minneapolis, including the University
• We will not be taking any public testimony today, but representatives of some of the state agencies and
• </c><00:09:47.440><c> in</c> $18,000 to the Secretary of State in $18,000 to the Secretary of State in
• </c><01:08:33.279><c> And</c> predating state fire code repealed.
• And predating state fire code repealed.

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• </c> both United States and Taiwan as well. both United States and Taiwan as well.
• ><c> States</c><00:09:21.600><c> Taiwan</c> including the United States Taiwan including the United States
• </c> state level to do anything about it. state level to do anything about it.
• </c> 15 states that test every kid. 15 states that test every kid.
• </c> is happening within our state. is happening within our state.

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• They're out-of-state visitors, so we're capturing the out-of-state component.
• sources versus in-state?
• sources versus in-state.
• I noticed that the states of California and Washington, two of the most liberal states in the country
• state laws to allow more homes.