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• Item 26, AB 2286 by Brian, entitled Criminal Procedure Attorney Visits Medical Settings.
• AB 1958 will provide procedural clarification for the Process, such as plea offers.
• They are unheard because the procedural path for proving them is unclear.
• They are unheard because of the procedural paths of proving them is unclear.
• AB1958 makes three targeted changes to ...procedural paths of proving them is unclear.

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• industry seeks cost-effective, validated testing methodologies to avoid unnecessary or unproven procedures
• Commission? Thank you. Additional witnesses in opposition? Good afternoon.
• How do you—so then is the procedure to set guidelines and then use independent laboratories to take samples

Summary: The Environmental Safety and Toxic Materials Committee heard four measures and approved one consent item. AB 1617 was taken up on consent and passed to Appropriations. The committee then heard AB 1604, which would phase out bisphenol A in paper receipts by 2027 and all bisphenols by 2028. The author and supporters from Breast Cancer Prevention Partners and Californians Against Waste argued receipts are a source of worker and consumer exposure and waste contamination, while no opposition testified. The bill passed to Judiciary. AB 1642, dealing with post-wildfire smoke and contamination standards for returning to homes, workplaces, and schools, drew extensive testimony. The author, a Caltech professor, and Eaton Fire survivors described heavy metals and other contaminants found in smoke-damaged homes and said California lacks clear science-based clearance standards. Insurance and real estate groups opposed or expressed concern, arguing the bill could overlap with insurance claims handling and add costs, while the author and supporters said it only sets scientific standards and does not regulate claims. The bill passed to Appropriations on a 5-2 vote. AB 1691 addressed copper-based anti-fouling paint on boats and conflicting state water quality and pesticide regulations. The author and the City of Newport Beach said the bill would require DPR and the State Water Resources Control Board to coordinate on studies and consistent standards, while boating groups warned about unintended consequences and the possibility of a de facto ban. The committee also heard AB 1744, a truth-in-labeling bill sponsored by a high school eco club that would prohibit sunscreen from being marketed as reef-safe or reef-friendly if it contains chemical UV filters; it passed unanimously to Privacy and Consumer Protection. After add-on votes, the committee confirmed the earlier actions and adjourned.

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• It was something that came out of the, you can go look online, Securities Exchange Commission.
• So there's a procedural thing here that I need to go back to. ...share my comments.
• So there's a procedural thing here that I need to go back to, but I want to comment.

Summary: The Special Committee on Property Tax Reform met to consider a large committee substitute for House Bills 2780 and 2668, along with related amendments. Early discussion focused on the substitute’s changes, including removal of provisions dealing with nursing homes, apartment buildings, and the blind pension fund, plus a separate amendment to clean up ballot-language requirements so ballot measures would use neutral alphanumeric labels rather than descriptive titles. Members debated whether the labeling language was clear enough and whether clerks or the taxing entities would be responsible for assigning ballot names; the committee ultimately adopted the ballot-language amendment and the blind pension amendment, then rolled them into a new substitute. The committee then considered a more controversial amendment that would have required tax measures to receive affirmative support from 25% of registered voters and would have shifted certain elections to the November general election. Members raised concerns about public vetting, the practicality of the 25% threshold, possible strategic behavior, and whether the proposal would actually increase turnout or instead become a negotiating point. After extended debate, the sponsor withdrew that amendment, leaving the committee substitute with the ballot-language and blind-pension changes only. The committee also took up House Committee Substitute for House Joint Resolutions 148 and 111. An amendment was adopted to address Kansas City Public Schools’ concerns by bringing its levy treatment under Hancock-style rules and clarifying debt levy treatment. Members discussed the impact on school district financing and taxpayer bills, but the substitute and the HJR package were both reported do pass. The committee then reconsidered and re-voted House Bills 2780 and 2668 after a procedural reset, again adopting the substitute and reporting the bill do pass by a 13-3 vote. The meeting adjourned after the committee thanked members for their work and noted further action would continue later.

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• states for public education and keeping the focus where it belongs. student achievement rather than procedural
• I think what that is, is one, it's a significant procedural obligation on the agency, but two, it gives
• First, they're going to have reliability and validity, as the commission has sure talked about.

Bills: SB8, SB 8

Keywords: education, accountability, public school assessment, state law, transparency, intervention, performance ratings, sex designation, restroom access, civil penalties, private civil right of action, women's privacy, 1185, senate, all

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• started in the enlisted ranks, um, went to UNM, did RTSy, did some time in the reserves, got my commission
• Representative de la Cruz, that Possible home modifications that somebody may go in for a uh a normal procedure
• that we need assistance with for veterans that they, they required access to their home after a procedure

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• Where they have an independent commission.
• So I don't think the commission would be establishing a law.
• If the commission is established, the commission can issue...” “...or may not, right?
• If the commission is established, the commission can issue no recommendations, or the commission can
• And putting that on a commission, an independent commission, would do that? That is correct. Okay.

Summary: The committee met with a quorum and considered several bills, mostly dealing with open meetings, public records, election administration, and local government notice requirements. Senate Bill 1 by Sen. Jenkins would authorize electronic voting under the Open Meetings Law and apply retroactively to validate prior electronic votes; after brief discussion and support from the Louisiana Municipal Association, it was reported favorably. House Bill 1052 by Rep. Spell would exempt certain child advocacy center and multidisciplinary team work product, forensic interviews, and related sensitive records from public records disclosure to protect child abuse investigations; testimony from child advocacy organizations emphasized the need to prevent misuse of records and preserve court-controlled access, and the bill was reported favorably. Senate Bill 289 by Sen. Abraham, concerning confidentiality of certain university records and negotiations, was amended to clarify protections for proprietary research, donor confidentiality, and limited confidentiality for industry negotiations, then reported favorably as amended. Senate Bill 218 by Sen. Talbot, allowing alternative certification programs for election officials if approved by the State Board of Election Supervisors, and Senate Bill 220, a technical correction regarding the official journal of the state, were both reported favorably. Senate Bill 161 by Sen. Seaball, repealing a requirement that certain high-salary unclassified state employees register vehicles in Louisiana, was also reported favorably after questions about its scope and purpose. The committee then took up House Bill 1193 by Rep. Sawyer, which authorizes the Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority to use indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity construction contracts for maintenance and emergency work. CPRA officials said the model would speed small repairs and pre-construction tasks, improve efficiency, and mirror a similar DOTD approach; an amendment narrowed the public-records language and excluded design-build contracting. Members raised concerns about public records transparency and inclusion of minority and small contractors, but the bill was reported favorably as amended. House Bill 249 by Rep. Green, a constitutional amendment creating an independent compensation commission for elected officials and tying adjustments to CPI, drew extensive debate over removing the legislature from setting salaries, the appointment structure, and whether the state could afford automatic increases. After opposition from several members and a roll-call vote, the bill failed to be reported, 6 yeas to 9 nays. Because HB 249 failed, the companion enabling bill, House Bill 248, was deferred. Finally, the committee heard House Bill 997 by Rep. Edmondson, which would let parishes, municipalities, and school boards use their own websites as an alternative to newspaper publication for public notices. Supporters from the Police Jury Association argued the bill would reduce duplicative costs, preserve all existing notice requirements, and simply add a third option alongside newspaper publication and newspaper-hosted digital publication. An amendment narrowed the bill to parishes, municipalities, and school boards, removing other political subdivisions. Members questioned transparency, enforcement, record retention, and whether the change would undermine newspapers; supporters said courts would still enforce notice requirements and that local governments already maintain the records. The bill remained under discussion at the end of the transcript, with no final action shown in the excerpt.

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• Tessier worked very early to develop the surgical procedures to correct these deficiencies, which now
• from insurance company mandates that set artificially low limits on what dentists can charge for procedures
• Boston's municipal emergency medical services provider and a bureau of the Boston Public Health Commission
• These are basic preventive procedures: cleaning, sealants, fluoride treatments, and screenings that keep
• Patients First allows a patient to request a fee for a procedure.

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The Joint Committee on Financial Services held a lengthy public hearing with more than 70 people signed up to testify, focusing mainly on health insurance and health care access bills. Early testimony centered on H.1257/S.712, which would require insurance coverage for medically necessary treatment of genetic craniofacial conditions. Supporters included legislators, dentists, and medical experts who said these conditions are not cosmetic, can severely affect eating, speech, pain, and social functioning, and often create major financial hardship because insurers deny coverage. A related dental bill, H.1262/S.676, drew technical testimony from the Life Insurance Association of Massachusetts about implementation issues with the 2022 dental loss-ratio law, while the Massachusetts Dental Society supported H.1306/S.696 on transparency in dental network leasing and opposed H.1262. Representative Gentile also testified for H.4013, which would ban for-profit acute care hospitals and for-profit health insurers in Massachusetts, arguing that profit incentives undermine patient care. A major portion of the hearing was devoted to H.1261/S.799, a bill to protect patients from surprise ambulance bills. Municipal fire chiefs, Boston EMS, nonprofit ambulance providers, and the bill’s Senate sponsor said the measure would require insurers to pay ambulance providers directly and promptly, cap patient out-of-pocket costs, and reduce confusion caused by out-of-network billing. Witnesses described ambulance services as essential public health infrastructure and said current billing practices can discourage people from calling 911 or leave municipalities and nonprofits unable to recover costs. Committee members asked about unpaid debt, municipal billing burdens, and how the bill would affect rates and reimbursement. No votes were taken during the hearing. The committee also heard extensive testimony on H.1249/S.805, which would require screening for PANS/PANDAS in medical and clinical settings. Legislators, clinicians, parents, a teen with the condition, and educators described PANS/PANDAS as an infection-triggered inflammatory illness that can present as sudden psychiatric symptoms and is often misdiagnosed as a mental health disorder. Supporters said routine screening at well visits, emergency rooms, and other clinical settings would help identify children earlier, reduce unnecessary psychiatric treatment and hospitalizations, and improve outcomes. Testifiers repeatedly urged favorable action, emphasizing the personal and financial toll on families and the potential for early treatment to prevent long-term harm. The hearing concluded with continued testimony on these bills; no committee action or votes were announced.

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• Before we get into anything else, this is a subcommittee of House Finance, so a lot of the same procedures
• I'm trying to think of other just general Division Two procedural things.
• things I I general division 2 procedural things I I believe<00:06:43.919><c> representative</c><00:06
• Landan, provided us an overview of the procedures for the committee and, um, the overview of what we’
• of the procedures for the committee<00:08:52.120><c> and</c><00:08:52.839><c> um</c><00:08:53.519><c

Keywords: 928, house, all

Summary: The meeting was an introductory House Finance Division Two session focused on committee procedures, staffing, and the upcoming budget process. Mickey Landrian, the division analyst, introduced himself and explained that the subcommittee operates more informally than the full committee, does not hold executive sessions or public hearings itself, and makes recommendations back to House Finance. Members were told that public hearings on legislation occur in the full committee, while Division Two will hold work sessions and vote on recommendations such as ought to pass, retain, or ITL. The chair also welcomed new members and a new clerk, and noted that meetings will be recorded and streamed, with microphones required for audio capture. A substantial portion of the meeting covered the division’s workload and schedule. Landrian outlined the agencies assigned to Division Two, including Safety, Fish and Game, Transportation, Education, the Lottery Commission, Police Standards and Training, the University System, and the Community College System. He explained the different fund types the division will handle, especially Education Trust Fund, Highway Fund, and Fish and Game Fund, and reviewed reference materials distributed to members, including agency budget requests, prior recommendation tracking sheets, and surplus statements. He emphasized that the agency budget requests and related handouts are available online and useful for members to review before budget work begins. Members discussed the compressed timeline for the session, with a target date of March 26 for completing Division Two recommendations. Landrian said only a few bills had been referred to Finance so far, none yet to Division Two, but that more bills and amendments were expected, including many amendments to House Bill 2. He noted that the committee would need to move efficiently and frontload meetings. Representative Papich added that Fish and Game may require closer scrutiny than in prior years because of its push for direct general fund appropriations, and members also discussed the importance of getting preliminary budget documents before the governor’s budget is finalized. No votes were taken and no formal actions were reported beyond the procedural overview and distribution of materials.

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• It's very procedurally important that we do that.
• My understanding of the testimony, there was not a point of intention on the procedural component of
• Procedure-wise, I think they're going to do it.
• Would you say that your procedure of using the corn feeders would be a responsible management tool in
• He said the project was undertaken by the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission, with help from the University

Summary: The committee heard House Bill 706 by Representative Riser, which would set a more detailed process for commercial saltwater disposal wells, including site-specific modeling and pressure review. Riser and industry witnesses argued the bill would provide clearer, more predictable rules for operators who have faced long delays and changing requirements, while Department of Conservation and Energy officials said they are already developing guidance and that any pressure standard must remain site-specific to avoid fracturing confining layers, protecting drinking water, and staying within EPA primacy requirements. The department emphasized that geology varies widely across Louisiana and that a fixed pressure number in statute could be unsafe in some locations. Members also discussed the fiscal note, the need for additional staff, and whether the bill would tie the department’s hands or force approvals; witnesses said the bill’s modeling requirements were conservative, but opponents warned the statutory pressure ranges could conflict with site-specific safety determinations. After a technical amendment was adopted, the committee voted on the bill and it failed on a 6-6 tie. The committee then took up House Concurrent Resolution 4 by Representative McCormick, which would suspend Louisiana’s deer baiting ban for 18 months in areas affected by chronic wasting disease (CWD). McCormick and Hunter Nation representatives argued that baiting bans have not stopped CWD in other states, that deer feeders and food plots are part of hunting culture, and that Louisiana should rely on science and a more flexible approach. They cited Wisconsin as an example where CWD spread despite long-standing feed bans and said there has been no proven human transmission. Department of Wildlife and Fisheries officials said bait bans are one of the few tools available to reduce artificial congregation of deer and help limit disease spread, and they explained that the department is also working with a CWD task force and another proposal that would tie restrictions to a 1.5% prevalence threshold rather than an across-the-board suspension. The discussion ended with the department providing information on the impacts of both measures, but no final action on HCR 4 was recorded in the transcript.

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• It's very procedurally important that we do that in respect to this legislation.
• My understanding of the testimony was that there was not a point of contention on the procedural component
• Procedure-wise, I think they're going to do it.
• Would you say that your procedure of using the corn feeders would be a responsible management tool in
• It was a project undertaken by the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission, with the help of the University

Keywords: 965, house, all

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• Prime Therapeutics is changing its appeal procedure, which has resulted in Oklahoma pharmacies having
• successfully defended Oklahoma's law to prohibit minors from receiving certain gender transition procedures
• Last year, we also completed a comprehensive update of the policies and procedures.
• There are different procedures that have to be taken.
• Did you submit that as a request to the Long Term Long Range Capital Commission, which is, you know,

Keywords: 914, all

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• I am the chair of the Governmental Affairs Commission. &gt;&gt; Senator<01:13:06.880><c> Mann.
• In practice, that means hospitals could be required to follow certain procedures while still having no
• </c> be required to follow certain procedures be required to follow certain procedures while<01:41:54.200
• are not part of the civil procedures are not part of the civil immigration<01:47:38.480><c> process.
• The bill requires facilities to adopt policies and procedures, and those should be flexible based on

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• <00:20:54.280><c> homes</c> Hawaiian under the Hawaiian homes Hawaiian under the Hawaiian homes commission
• act in order to become a commission act in order to become a state<00:20:56.799><c> of</c><00:20:56.919
• act and to this day homes commission act and to this day that<00:21:06.120><c> has</c><00:21:06.320>
• just approved our month the commission just approved our pilot<00:21:33.360><c> project</c><00:21:33.679
• </c><01:16:41.320><c> is</c> permitting regulatory procedures is permitting regulatory procedures is

Keywords: 910, house, all

Summary: The House Committee on Housing held a public hearing and moved quickly through a long agenda, beginning with HB 606 on the Department of Hawaiian Homelands. DHHL and several community testifiers strongly supported the bill, describing it as a way to fulfill long-standing promises to Native Hawaiians, reduce the DHHL waitlist, keep families in Hawaii, and support housing production and the broader economy. Testifiers emphasized the cultural and economic importance of stable housing and noted the large number of people still waiting for DHHL homes. The committee then heard HB 1086, also relating to DHHL, which would allow the department to use a $75 million appropriation from the dwelling unit revolving fund as collateral for loans. DHHL, HHFDC, and other supporters said the measure would help DHHL obtain better loan terms and preserve trust funds for other uses. Members asked detailed questions about how the collateral would work, whether other agencies use similar structures, and what would happen if the collateral were drawn upon; staff explained that the funds would be encumbered for the loan and that a similar model had been used for a HUD-backed project. The committee also heard HB 739, which would create the COM homes program to fund counties to buy voluntary deed restrictions from eligible homeowners or buyers. Supporters said the program could help keep local workers in Hawaii by using existing housing stock and cited examples from places like Aspen and Vail. The Attorney General’s office recommended amendments to remove duration requirements to avoid right-to-travel concerns, and the Tax Foundation suggested clarifying the conveyance tax exemption so it also covers the instrument imposing the restriction. Members asked whether tax dollars would be used to buy homes, who would be eligible, and how enforcement would work; supporters said the program is voluntary and income-blind, with restrictions tied to living and working in the state. No votes were taken during the hearing.

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• Aaron to the Public Employee Relations Commission. Thank you, Mr. President.
• Aaron to the Public Employee Relations Commission. Is there a debate?
• Jeff Aaron to the Public Employees Relations Commission.
• He is a subject-area specialist in those items that would come before this commission.
• I was chair of that very Citrus Commission in the early 2000s. J.J.

Summary: The Senate first handled a large batch of executive appointments reported by the Ethics and Elections Committee. Senators debated several nominees, with some members objecting to particular appointees over their views or past conduct. The report on the first group of appointments was adopted 31-0, and Jeffrey Aaron’s separate confirmation to the Public Employee Relations Commission was approved 26-10 after extended debate centered on his role as counsel to the Hope Florida Foundation and allegations that he helped facilitate the transfer of Medicaid settlement funds into political activity. The chamber then considered Chavon Harris as Secretary of the Agency for Health Care Administration. Supporters praised her work on Medicaid directed payments and hospital funding, while opponents criticized her prior tenure at the Department of Children and Families, citing problems with Medicaid redeterminations, postpartum coverage, Hope Florida oversight, and a women’s shelter case. The Senate adopted her confirmation report 32-5. Next, Taylor Hatch’s confirmation as Secretary of the Department of Children and Families was taken up; the committee report noted ongoing concerns about SNAP/EBT compliance, child welfare practices, audits, and Hope Florida, but recommended confirmation based on her stated commitments to reform. After debate over DCF’s performance and accountability, the Senate adopted her confirmation report 33-4. After a brief recess, the Senate held a recognition ceremony for outgoing President Kathleen Passidomo. Senators from both parties offered lengthy remarks praising her leadership, diligence, humor, and support for members, often recalling personal interactions and her role in shaping legislation and mentoring newer senators. The ceremony emphasized her service as Senate President and continued leadership as Rules Chair, and included a presentation of a handmade keepsake box filled with letters and mementos from staff and colleagues.

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• Aaron to the Public Employee Relations Commission. Is there debate?
• Jeff Aaron to the Public Employees Relations Commission.
• Aaron is a subject-matter specialist in the items that would come before this commission, and that is
• He is a subject-matter specialist in the items that would come before this commission, and that is why
• I was chair of that very Citrus Commission in the early 2000s. J.J.

Summary: The Senate convened with a quorum, opened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, and recognized several guests, including a state champion Crossroads Academy girls basketball team and a Florida State University student intern. The chamber then turned to executive appointment confirmations reported by the Committee on Ethics and Elections and other reference committees under Rule 12.7, with Chair Don Gates explaining that the committee had reviewed the qualifications and suitability of the nominees and held public hearings where required. Members debated several confirmations at length. The report containing 186 appointments was adopted 31-0 after Senator Polsky explained her no votes on three nominees, citing concerns about past comments and ideological views. The Senate then confirmed Jeffrey Aaron to the Public Employee Relations Commission by a 26-10 vote after sharp debate over his role as counsel to the Hope Florida Foundation and allegations tied to the diversion of Medicaid settlement funds; supporters argued he was a competent lawyer and no formal action had been taken against him. Chavon Harris was confirmed as Secretary of the Agency for Health Care Administration by a 32-5 vote, with supporters praising her work on Medicaid funding and opponents criticizing her prior leadership at DCF and the Hope Florida-related issues. Taylor Hatch was confirmed as Secretary of the Department of Children and Families by a 33-4 vote, despite concerns raised about SNAP/EBT compliance, child welfare practices, audits, and DCF’s handling of Hope Florida; supporters emphasized her commitment to reform and the difficulty of the agency’s mission. After a brief recess, the Senate held a lengthy recognition of outgoing President Kathleen Passidomo. Senators from both parties offered personal tributes focused on her leadership, toughness, humor, mentorship, and support for colleagues, especially women in the chamber. Several speakers also referenced her handling of difficult bills, her post-presidency service as Rules Chair, and her resilience after personal loss. No further legislative action was taken during the recognition segment.

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• The commission I am referring to is the Public Utilities Commission.
• <c> I'm</c> not a commission make the commission I'm not a commission make the commission I'm referring
• commission commission make<00:12:48.360><c> the</c><00:12:48.480><c> only</c><00:12:48.959><c> opposition
• Commission Commission and<00:19:29.240><c> countless</c><00:19:29.720><c> other</c><00:19:30.000><c>
• </c><00:19:32.280><c> are</c> federal committees and commissions are federal committees and commissions

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• Examine the policies and procedures of the Health and Human Services Commission, HHSC, regarding murderers
• That is that when it used to be the Texas Youth Commission, all this started with sexual abuse at that
• Sure, I'm Lee Spiller and with the Citizens Commission on Human Rights.
• Sure, I'm Lee Spiller and with the Citizens Commission on Human Rights.
• Pretty much everything I was going to say is in my with the Citizens Commission on Human Rights.

Keywords: 1185, senate, all

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• Their employees sit on many boards and commissions and nonprofits in our city.
• What's the procedure for this particular thing?
• What's the procedure for this particular thing?
• I was at our public utilities commission, the PUC, who at the state level helps relicense.
• The thing about the California Coastal Commission is, you can imagine, the California Coastal Commission

Keywords: 908, all

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• Yeah, commission.
• commission? commission?
• </c> what's the need for a commission then? what's the need for a commission then?
• </c> this study commission will even happen. this study commission will even happen.
• You can put commission to explore.

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• The Commission, which **Mr.
• So we're pursuing that, and we're looking for support—grant support from our water commission as well
• So I don't have that number offhand, but I can tell you that, just at our last commission meeting, we
• I worked for the Crime Victims Reparation Commission for about 15 years and was their Bureau Chief until
• Their case is before a judge, and at that point, there are procedures for the judge to find that the