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• Well, thank you, Senator.
• Well done, very well done. Excellent. You brought in some great help.
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Committee: Senate Executive Departments and Administration

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• </c> going to ask for a roll call as well. going to ask for a roll call as well.
• So, I want to wish Max well. Um, school. So, I want to wish Max well.
• Well done. And happy pride, Well done. Well done. And happy pride, everyone.

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• well water board.
• Uh, I oversee the state's water well program and, among other things, the water well program is the program
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• Well, well, good morning. Uh, for the record, my name is Jason Stock.
• Well, well, good morning. Uh, for the record, my name is Jason Stock.

Committee: Senate Executive Departments and Administration

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• Well, thank you, Mr.
• Chair, as well.
• Very well. No, I can't love this. I appreciate it. Very well done. Very well done. Thank you.
• I, as well, have been to jail many times, and I believe it saved my life as well.
• a DA there also as well.

Summary: The committee heard several public safety measures, beginning with housekeeping items and the adoption of a four-bill consent calendar. Bills on the consent calendar included AB 476 on metal theft, AB 619 on California Conservation Corps training for formerly incarcerated people, AB 1192 on child abuse or neglect reporting, and AB 1239 on human trafficking data. Several bills were pulled by the authors before hearing, and the committee also announced that AB 379 would be heard with a file notice waiver and AB 63 would be for testimony only. The most extensive discussion was on AB 366, which would require ignition interlock devices for anyone convicted of DUI. The author, Senator Archuleta, and a MADD representative gave emotional testimony about family members killed by drunk drivers and argued the bill would save lives. Support came from law enforcement, fire, medical, auto club, and safety groups. Opposition from public defenders and criminal justice advocates focused on loss of judicial discretion, costs for low-income drivers, and concerns about vendor oversight and effectiveness. The committee voted to pass AB 366 as amended to Appropriations. The committee also heard AB 1380, which would create a permanent pathway into firefighting careers for formerly incarcerated people who served on Cal Fire hand crews. The author and supporters said the bill would recognize service, improve reentry, and reduce recidivism; a fire labor group withdrew its opposition after amendments were discussed. The measure passed to Appropriations, though it remained on call pending one additional vote. AB 461, which would remove criminal penalties for parents of truant K-8 students and replace them with supportive responses, drew broad support from education and justice advocates but no opposition testimony; it was also passed to Appropriations and left on call pending one more vote. ACR 60, recognizing the Downey Police Department’s special-needs communication program for interactions with people with disabilities or sensory challenges, was adopted unanimously. The committee then heard AB 746 on creating an inmate cooperative program and a green reentry reserve for incarcerated workers. Supporters said it would build job skills, dignity, and reentry success; there was no opposition testimony. The bill passed to Appropriations and was left on call pending votes. Finally, AB 379 on human trafficking drew strong support from survivor advocates, law enforcement, and local officials for creating a survivor services fund and targeting buyers, but also strong opposition from survivors and civil liberties groups who warned it would criminalize vulnerable people and revive harmful loitering enforcement. The committee discussion continued with members weighing survivor support, public safety tools, and concerns about the bill’s amendments and scope.

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• It is well beyond the comprehension of, in my opinion, well over half the student population.
• It is well beyond the comprehension of, in my opinion, well over half the student population.
• It is well beyond the comprehension of, in my opinion, well over half the student population.
• </c> Well, thanks, Mr.
• Well, thanks, Mr. Chair.

Committee: Senate Education Policy

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• Um, there was running well already.
• Well, I haven't heard it yet.
• So, I Well, I haven't heard it yet.
• Well, we had that all right.
• </c> Well, there's a housing lunch at noon. Well, there's a housing lunch at noon.

Committee: House Housing

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• Okay, I see him here as well.
• Well, based on the Executive Committee last month, Well, based on the Executive Committee last month,
• Well, is that all right, DeVarme?
• Well, we can delay this issue till October as well and give you time to visit with them. Okay.
• Well, we could.

Committee: Joint Select Committee on Pension Policy

Summary: The Executive Committee of the State Committee on Pension Policy approved the June minutes and received updates from staff and counsel. The attorney reported on two class action matters: the Fowler/Probst Fowler teacher interest case, where a court ordered the state to pay $118 million and the state has appealed and sought a stay, and the Dawson case challenging last year’s HB 2034 related to the LEOFF 1 plan, where the complaint was amended and the state plans to move to dismiss. The actuary also provided a brief update on asset smoothing and offered to provide additional education on the topic. The committee then focused on interim work planning and the September agenda. Members discussed an ad hoc COLA for PERS and TRS Plan 1 retirees, with staff explaining options for making a COLA part of the base budget or otherwise structuring it. The committee agreed to move forward with a bill for a Plan 1 ad hoc COLA and to have it considered in October, with a request for fiscal analysis. The committee also heard from a Washington State Patrol Troopers Association representative about survivor medical benefits, and staff said a cost estimate could be prepared for October if the proposal included retroactive coverage. For September, the committee set the agenda to include PERS eligibility for animal control officers, a LEOFF 1 medical study update with possible action, and the Plan 1 ad hoc COLA item. Staff said the work plan would also add the ongoing Plan 1 COLA and survivor medical topics to October, along with preliminary 2027 meeting dates. The meeting ended with informal approval of the September agenda and adjournment.

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• Sounded like it was well attended and had a good time. Yeah.
• Well, with that, we'll move right along.
• Well, first, it's great to be back on LEAP. Yeah, thanks.
• Well, thank you. I don't know of any other... We got her done. All right. Well, thank you.
• I wish all of you well, some of you that are up for our election. I wish you well as well.

Committee: Joint Legislative Evaluation & Accountability Program

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• Well, we didn't caucus.
• And once a Well, we didn't caucus.
• Well, I do. And I I don't. Well, I do.
• Well, I know that feeling.
• Well, I know that feeling. Maybe. Well, I know that feeling.

Summary: The House meeting consisted of announcements and a series of tributes honoring Representative Larry Gagne, a Vietnam-era Navy veteran and longtime member of the Veterans Committee. Representative Moffett introduced the recognition, describing the VA Vietnam-era veterans award and noting Gagne’s service, including his Navy enlistment in 1961, his role in the honor guard for Alan B. Shepard, and his service aboard the USS Noah, which recovered John Glenn after his 1962 spaceflight. Gagne was escorted to the front of the chamber and applauded by members. Former Speaker Steve Shurtleff also spoke in tribute, recalling his long acquaintance with Gagne dating back to police training and their later work together in the House, especially on the Criminal Justice Committee. He emphasized bipartisan cooperation, saying criminal justice should not be partisan, and praised Gagne as a friend and effective legislator. Shurtleff also noted Gagne’s later service on the State and Federal Veterans Affairs Committee and thanked Chair Moffett, saying they could disagree without being disagreeable. Gagne then responded briefly, joking about his long tenure and recalling shared memories from the police academy, including a graduation snowball fight and finding an old photo of himself and Shurtleff. He said he planned to run again, reflected on both good and difficult times in the House, and closed by stressing respect across party lines and the importance of getting along. No formal votes or legislative actions were taken during the session.

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• Well, this is actually to address... Or is this a comment?
• Well, this is actually to address. Or is this a comment?
• So that’s, well, our...
• Very well spoken. Thank you. Thank you.
• Well, didn't say doctor here. Well, I call me Travis. It's OK, Senator Carroll.

Bills: SB1013 , SB1023

Committee: Senate Regulatory Affairs and Government Efficiency

Keywords: merit-based hiring, public employees, non-discrimination, employment practices, Arizona Revised Statutes, optometrists, eye exams, eyeglass prescriptions, healthcare, vision care

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• GONE TO RURAL AREAS OF THE STATE. 106 PROJECTS FOR DEPLOYMENT HAVE BEEN FUNDED THROUGH THIS FUND AS WELL
• WITH THE AMOUNT OF PEOPLE MOVING TO FLORIDA CAPACITY ISSUES IN URBAN AREAS IS A CONCERN AS WELL.
• THE PANHANDLE AS WELL.
• JOHN'S AREA AND ALSO NOW SCATTERED THROUGH THE PANHANDLE REGION AS WELL.
• THEN INTO THE RURAL AREAS AS WELL OVER IN CALHOUN COUNTY.

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• Well, that the public or the reporters could know what's going on.
• </c><00:03:55.280><c> Well,</c> What do you mean exactly, Eric?
• Well, What do you mean exactly, Eric?
• Well, I think that know what's going on.
• Well, the shake out over uh today?

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• As well, what is yours allowed to do? Yes, uh, thank you, Mr. Chair.
• Okay, well, we have a public... Questions? Okay, well, we have a public hearing as well.
• Yeah, well, we’re going to...
• So you have a shop as well? So, you have a shop as well as a farm? Are you selling?
• Well, I think we're moving really rapidly.

Bills: HB194 , SB87 , SB237

Committee: Senate Healthcare

Keywords: healthcare, advanced practice nursing, nurse collaboration, medical board, nursing board, committee structure, midwifery, licensed midwives, State Board of Midwifery, licensure fees, professional liability insurance, complaints investigation, emergency care plan, out-of-hospital care, hemp, hemp beverages, psychoactive cannabinoids, psychoactive hemp products, delta-8 THC, delta-9 THC

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• Very well. Here we go.
• Very well. Here we go.
• Very well. Seeing none. We have no one. Very well. Seeing none.
• "Well, thank you, Mr. Chair.
• Very well.

Summary: The Intergovernmental Affairs Subcommittee heard and passed two measures before receiving a staff presentation on the local bill process and local delegation meetings. HB 4007, by Rep. Snyder, would cap reimbursement for certain inmate emergency medical services in Martin County at 110% of the Medicare rate, with a higher cap if a provider shows it is operating at a loss. Snyder said the bill is intended to create predictability and save taxpayer dollars; members asked about fiscal effects and whether other counties could adopt similar language. Public testimony came in support from Martin County and related local officials, and the bill was reported favorably by a 17-0 vote. The committee also passed HM 4005, by Rep. Daly, which urges Congress to increase Florida National Guard force structure. Daly argued Florida’s troop allocation is outdated and inadequate for the state’s population and disaster demands, contributing to burnout and recruiting problems. Members asked about the basis for the current allocation, possible budget and infrastructure impacts, and the National Guard’s needs; there was no opposition or public testimony, and the memorial was reported favorably by a 17-0 vote. After the votes, Reps. Holcomb and Kendall gave a detailed presentation explaining how local bills differ from general laws, constitutional limits on local legislation, required local delegation meetings and notice, certification and economic impact forms, and amendment procedures. Members asked several process questions, including about multi-county delegations and Miami-Dade’s special status. The meeting ended with a few recognitions and adjournment before session.

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• AS EACH INDIVIDUALS -- I SHOULD HAVE ASKED THIS AS WELL. MAYBE LATER YOU CAN COMMENT.
• IT SERVES THEM WELL AND IT SERVES THE STATE WELL AND IT HELPS US BE MORE ROBUST IN THE HEALTHCARE SYSTEM
• ALSO, THE PARTNERSHIP WITH LIVELY AND TALLAHASSEE AS WELL. LET ME GO BACK.
• IT'S WORKING VERY WELL. THE INNOVATION PIPELINE STARTS EARLY.
• YOU ARE REALLY USING THE UNIVERSITY SETTING AND INTEGRATING IT VERY WELL TO THE LAB SCHOOL.

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• This is also armed as well? Not armed. We took that out. This is also armed as well? Not armed.
• Well, there's been changes in the systems, leadership, as well as different presidents have been swapped
• And yes, they have well-funded legal teams.
• She did well on her ACT. She gave it her first shot and did really well.
• It is well, well supported.

Committee: Senate Education

Summary: The Senate Education Committee met to hear several education-related measures. It reported favorably, without objection, on House Bill 1215, which would transfer certain removed historical statues and monuments to the Office of State Parks, prohibit re-erection in the parish where they were removed, and require interpretive signage. The committee also advanced House Bill 682, which creates a school guardian program for honorably discharged veterans employed or contracted by local school systems or charter schools; testimony emphasized that guardians would be unarmed, trained, and used for mentoring and school safety. House Bill 1079, giving enrollment preferences in charter schools to children in early childhood programs, military families, foster children, and children in custody disputes, was also reported favorably, as was House Concurrent Resolution 81, directing the Department of Education to study options for districts facing declining enrollment. The committee then took up House Bill 1084, which would allow public postsecondary institutions to raise tuition and mandatory fees by up to 15 percent annually, with higher increases requiring Board of Supervisors approval. The bill drew extended debate over affordability, TOPS, student retention, and whether universities should have more autonomy to set prices. Members raised concerns about fee burdens on families and whether the state should first study the issue; supporters argued the bill would increase transparency and let institutions respond to funding needs and market conditions. Senator Mazzell offered an amendment lowering the cap from 15 percent to 10 percent, and the committee adopted the amendment before reporting the bill favorably as amended. Finally, the committee heard House Bill 342, which would shift the burden of proof in special education due process hearings from parents to local education agencies. The author and parents testified that the current system places an unfair burden on families of children with disabilities, who often lack access to records and legal resources, and that schools already control the documentation and should have to show compliance with IEP obligations. Jefferson Parish school officials opposed the bill, arguing it would increase legal costs, require more staff and attorney time, and potentially lead to more hearings; they also questioned the fiscal note. The Legislative Fiscal Office said the fiscal impact was indeterminable, and the committee continued hearing testimony from parents and school representatives as the transcript ended.

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• Well, and that is the problem.
• Well, thank you. And I think another association,” “Graduates in this state. Well, thank you.
• Well, this is not about body checks.
• Well, perhaps you should.
• Well, I guess my wife could help.

Summary: The House first established a quorum after a quorum call, then moved into House Bills for Perfection. House Bill 2297, a fence-law bill, was presented as a way to let livestock owners enter up to 10 feet onto neighboring property to repair fence lines and remove brush or debris on the fence line without being treated as trespassers. Supporters said the current law leaves livestock owners responsible for fences but without a practical way to fix them, creating safety and liability problems; the bill was described as a long-running issue in rural areas. Members discussed property-rights concerns, but the substitute was adopted and the bill was ordered perfected and printed. House Bills 2142 and 2058, dealing with the Missouri film tax incentive program, were then taken up. Sponsors said the program has produced strong economic returns, more productions, jobs, and spending in Missouri, and the bill would modernize the program by combining separate film and TV funding buckets while removing the proposed sunset extension. An amendment to keep the original sunset was adopted, and the bill as amended was perfected and printed after debate over tax credits, workforce development, and whether the incentives should be expanded or curtailed. The House also perfected House Bill 3004, a truth-in-labeling measure for wood products. The sponsor said the bill would protect Missouri’s hardwood industry by requiring products sold in the state to be labeled accurately if they are actually laminate, plastic, rubber, or other non-wood materials. Supporters called it a consumer-protection and industry-preservation bill, while one member questioned how it would apply to online and out-of-state sellers and expressed some reservations. The substitute was adopted and the bill was ordered perfected and printed. House Bills 3283 and 3306 were taken up together and described as a framework for resolving municipal public-employee contract disputes, especially for firefighters and other public employees under the State Board of Mediation. The bill sets a timeline for bargaining, mediation, and arbitration and defines good faith in negotiations; an amendment clarified that teachers and law enforcement are excluded under existing statutory definitions. Supporters said it would prevent years-long contract stalemates and save taxpayer money, while one member raised concerns about whether it would alter existing authority of public governing boards. The amendment and substitute were adopted, and the combined bill was perfected and printed. Finally, House Bill 2536, a restroom and private-space designation bill, drew extensive debate. The sponsor said it would require government-controlled multi-occupancy restrooms, changing rooms, and sleeping quarters to be designated by biological sex, with exceptions for custodial work, emergencies, law enforcement, and adults assisting children or people with disabilities. An amendment was adopted to clarify duties for the Department of Corrections and public safety officers. Supporters framed the bill as a privacy and safety measure for women and girls, citing incidents at schools and Kansas City International Airport; opponents argued it would not prevent crime, could lead to intrusive enforcement, and would harm transgender people and families. The transcript ends with the bill still under discussion, with no final vote shown on the underlying measure.

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• We said, well, we're here.
• To the family as well.
• It doesn't include APD's data as well.
• Every person has to be well-informed and well-trained.
• Well, our communities are ravaged with crime.

Committee: House Courts, Corrections & Justice Committee

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• My own committee in provisions as well.
• Well, if we don't fund accountable for.
• Well, and again, so I think equally?
• Well, there's a lot around? Um, right.
• I mean, well, one Yeah. And here. Yeah. I mean, well, one Yeah. And one<00:26:23.520><c> Yeah.

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• No, well, early. Welcome. Well, thank you. I'm in support of Senate Bill 747.
• Well, the blessing of perseverance is six.
• Well, it's inappropriate. Isn't that interesting?
• Well, again...
• Well, no, it doesn't.

Bills: SB604 , SB843 , SB1636 , SB2395 , SB571 , SB1224 , SB1832 , SB2392 , SB747 , SB2623 , SB2624 , SB2185

Committees: Senate Education , Senate Education K-16