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• And so, after an in-depth look at the severity of the issue, I introduced legislation as a work force
• , the Laredo sector commander, along with Border Patrol in 2006.
• Which commands us, commands us to love the stranger for you were strangers in the land of Egypt.
• Allah commands justice, excellence, and forbids oppression.
• But I also serve as a co-chair to Legal Pathways that work task force that is part of the President's

Bills: HB232

Keywords: disaster recovery, natural disaster, weather disaster, emergency relief, flood relief, hurricane relief, storm damage, wildfire, tornado, hail, windstorm, extreme heat, ice storm, snowstorm, property damage, personal injury, temporary housing, relocation assistance, lost wages, state emergency management

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• This proposal, it's a recommendation from the Illinois Local Journalism Task Force, was one idea that
• from the Illinois Local Journalism Task from the Illinois Local Journalism Task Force,<00:20:32.640
• , was one idea that received Force, was one idea that received bipartisan<00:20:34.840> support
• And so much like the earlier one was, I forget who had it, talking about the chain of command of who
• of who and when chain of command of who and when suspicion<00:54:24.200> of<00:54:24.320>

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• green task force, and the Ardsley green task force, and the Ardsley Pollinator<00:27:40.559>
• His staff assignments included service at the Pentagon, Alaska Air Command, and the Fifth Air Force.
• In his final active duty assignment, he was commander of Air Force ROTC Detachment 440 at the University
• As chair of the new DIMS coalition affordable housing task force, I helped develop a housing action plan
• As chair of the new DIMS coalition affordable housing task force, I helped develop a housing action plan

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, 1012, house, all

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• If you want them to keep doing fine, you'll this software, this research force.
• It's blunt force tool.
• , and frankly, I would assume that if the governor nominates someone. they're up to the task, but that
• They don't have to go through the nomination committee. task, that responsibility should be delegated
• I've ever seen that was a successful organization did have something like a chain of command where it

Bills: SB37, SB1489, SB452, SB724, SB1067, SB1741, SB1273

Keywords: higher education, curriculum review, governing board, faculty council, ombudsman, faculty governance, decision-making, transparency, public meetings, department head, employment approval, public institutions, institutional oversight, education, funding, accountability, state budget, school performance, employment, Texas legislation

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• There is a minor change to include a rework of the recommendation of the sustainable housing task force
• The insurance task force was removed from this bill and may be moving separately in the commerce bill
• task force was removed uh the insurance task force was removed from<00:52:38.400> this<00:52:
• The language about the SGU forces was in the bill when we already passed it.
• That was my elder commanded to soldier.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• I also like to introduce Lieutenant Colonel Jordie Womack, United States Air Force and Air National Guard
• It's an essential force of economic mobility and community strength, and it's helping individuals unlock
• Socorro, New Mexico, and just five months before graduating high school, a serious health condition forced
• Speaker and gentlemen, on page two, physical restraint means the use of physical force, without the use

Bills: HB111, HB103, HB60, HB108, HB120, HB145, HB154, HB164, HB291, HJR6, HR1, HJM2, HJM3, HJM1, HM7, HM17, HM4, HM22, HM23, HM24, HM26, HM2, HM16, HM32, HM13, HM47, HM11, HM14, HM21, HM34, HM50, HB38, HB47, HB63, HB64, HB127, HB165, HB184, HB200, HM20, HM51

Keywords: water law, state engineer, civil penalty, compliance order, water rights, overdiversion, illegal diversion, groundwater storage and recovery, well license, permit violation, water enforcement, New Mexico water code, irrigation district, conservancy district, water diversion, unauthorized water sales, measuring device, district court appeal, water resources, water compliance

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• And while I'm glad this proposal was not finalized, the uncertainty surrounding Basel III forced banks
• that you will work with Democrats and Republicans in Congress if Doge's next move is to try to commandeer
• All right, by forcing the CFPB not to do its job, President Trump, Elon Musk, and the author of Project
• The labor force participation rate went up from 61 percent to 62.5 percent, and that's a combination
• was not in command.

Bills: SB257

Keywords: supply chain resilience, critical supply chains, critical goods, manufacturing, domestic manufacturing, reshoring, nearshoring, supply chain security, supply chain shock, supply chain disruption, critical infrastructure, emerging technologies, semiconductors, microelectronics, artificial intelligence, quantum computing, robotics, advanced manufacturing, blockchain, cybersecurity

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• And then lastly, we have a little bit about the HCR 23 task force.
• The reason why is because the commission was actually asked to chair that task force, and so we included
• And then lastly, we have a little bit about the HCR 23 task force.
• The reason why is because the commission was actually asked to chair that task force, and so we included
• Right, which is key to have the correctional force on your side.

Keywords: 912, senate, all

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• The Texas State Aquarium is recognized as a significant economic force contributing $195 million to the
• Shepard Air Force Base is a major military installation that contributes to the national defense. and
• In national security, as Senator Perry mentioned, Air Force Base provides critical military training.
• You know, about half of all Air Force personnel are trained at Shepard Air Force Base, and the base contributes
• Dwayne Nauman, who recently retired from the Texas State… Guard as Commander Sergeant Major that was

Bills: SJR3, SB5, SB21, SB72, SB703, SB764, SB790, SJR36, SJR3, SJR34, SJR18, SCR9, SB616, SB565, SB384, SB5, SB21, SB72, SB140, SB262, SB370, SB372, SB495, SB627, SB703, SB764, SB842, SB971, SB790, SB767, SB480, SB1066, SB929, SB765, SB523, SB62, SB19, SB18, SB666, SB688, SB707, SB888, SB687, SB706, SB847, SB869, SB890, SB992, SB1145, SB494, SB290, SB766, SB11, SB10, SB13, SB263, SJR3, SB5, SR172, SR176, SR177, SR190, SR193, SR194, SR202, SR203, SR208

Keywords: dementia, Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, research funding, state budget, prevention, healthcare, medical research, Dementia Prevention and Research Institute, research institute, funding, grants, state health initiatives, cryptocurrency, bitcoin, investment reserve, economic resilience, financial security, vehicle rental, damage waiver

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• Some seem to be forced in nature.
• So if you have somebody minding the store, you can force them through the federal court system or the
• And then we ended up converting it to a study resolution to create a task force to make recommendations
• That task force gave us recommendations on how to streamline operations, how to eliminate duplication
• It's a difficult and challenging task. Change is hard, and big change is big hard.

Summary: The committee first adopted Amendment Set 527 without objection, then adopted Amendment Set 5327, which adds a compliance officer requirement and related qualifications for the Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority. Supporters of Senate Bill 56 argued that the Lafitte levee district lacks sufficient recurring revenue to maintain its system and that the West Bank flood authority could provide professional management, coordination, and financial support. Testimony also raised concerns about governance problems at SLFPA East and about unresolved landowner damage claims tied to prior levee work. The committee reported SB 56 favorably with amendments. The Department of Transportation and Development secretary then gave an update on the agency’s transformation initiatives, including outsourcing, construction process improvements, faster contractor payments, quicker change-order approvals, and higher project delivery rates. The committee next reported Senate Bill 171 favorably, which cleans up language for the recreation, economy, navigation, and transportation authority board, and Senate Bill 252 favorably, which allows driver’s license records to reflect both acceptance and refusal of anatomical gift authorization. Senate Bill 72, dealing with electronic vehicle titles and registration, was amended extensively to modernize OMV processes, require electronic lien and title functions for certain users, and set implementation timelines; it was then reported with amendments. House Bill 939, which would create a Louisiana Vehicle Commission by consolidating the motor vehicle commissions, was amended with a substitute but then voluntarily deferred to allow more stakeholder work. Senate Bill 129, creating a Master Combat Infantry Specialty license plate and adding a special plate provision for designated state officials tied to Supreme Court parking/security concerns, was reported with amendments. Finally, House Resolution 243, urging safety warning signage on the Tickfaw River after a fatal boating accident, was amended to shift responsibility to parish governing authorities and was reported with amendments.

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• first Trump administration, where you worked on congressional oversight and the Religious Liberty Task
• Forces.
• I believe my professional experience lends itself well to these tasks, and I have seen many related issues
• President Otto Penn was the commander-in-chief.
• concurrence, is that the apex, when you have congressional delegation or poor Article II powers as Commander-in-Chief

Keywords: John Eisenberg, assistant attorney general, national security, China Initiative, Department of Justice, judicial authority, executive actions, nomination hearing

Summary: The committee meeting primarily involved discussions around key nominations and pressing legal issues pertaining to the Department of Justice. Notable discussions included the nomination of John Eisenberg for assistant attorney general for national security, where concerns over the revival of the China Initiative were raised. Senators expressed significant apprehensions regarding previous actions taken under this initiative and its implications for national security. Additionally, there were critiques of the broader implications of executive actions that challenge judicial authority, aligning with ongoing dialogues about the integrity of the judiciary and executive oversight.

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• Sergeant Schmidt served as a lead Humvee commander tasked with protecting convoys across dangerous terrain
• Sergeant Schmidt served as a lead<00:13:37.600> Humvey<00:13:38.279> commander<00:13:39.279
• > tasked<00:13:39.920> with lead Humvey commander tasked with lead Humvey commander tasked
• <00:24:26.000> Rugie,<00:24:26.880> and Their strength and sacrifice are the driving force

Keywords: 1183, house

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• One, we have a new commandant.
• We have a new commandant there that I am now meeting with personally.
• force on making these people accountable.
• No, you wouldn't be forced into the program at all.
• policy, and use of force reporting.

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The hearing was held in Clinton Town Hall as part of the Joint Committee on Ways and Means’ budget review, with local officials welcoming legislators and noting the long agenda of many panels. The main presentation was from Secretary Terrence Reedy of the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security, who outlined the Healey-Driscoll administration’s FY26 proposal for the secretariat, including a $1.7 billion budget and a 7% increase over FY25. He described investments in emergency preparedness, hate-crime prevention, reentry programming, technology modernization, internships, and public safety training, while also noting some reductions driven by resource constraints, including cuts to certain grant programs and administrative costs. Committee members also raised concerns about federal uncertainty and how it could affect state budgets and public safety planning. A major portion of the questioning focused on the Department of Correction. Secretary Reedy and Commissioner Sean Jenkins said the biggest challenges are staffing, officer wellness, facility safety, and contraband—especially K2. They described steps taken at MCI Souza and other facilities, including reducing population at the maximum-security unit, changing management, removing metal products and free weights, improving screening and roll calls, adding a rapid response team, and increasing investigative and technological efforts to combat K2. They also discussed the closure of MCI Concord, saying it was driven by high maintenance costs and staffing needs, and explained that savings are being used to improve staffing patterns and address deferred maintenance over time rather than producing immediate large budget reductions. Members also questioned the budget’s impact on police training and community policing. The administration defended the increase in police academy tuition from $3,200 to $6,000 as reflecting true training costs and said it would still be subsidized by the state, while acknowledging the burden on small municipalities. They said the MPTC is expanding regional training and considering proposals such as Greenfield Community College’s. On community policing, officials emphasized uniform statewide training, de-escalation, and communication skills. The State Police also announced an outside review of the academy by the International Association of Chiefs of Police and said the next class will be split into two smaller groups to improve oversight and allow quicker implementation of recommendations. Other topics included ICE and federal immigration enforcement, with Reedy saying state law prohibits Massachusetts law enforcement from acting in a civil immigration capacity and that no state dollars were used in the Tufts-related ICE operation mentioned by a member. Senators and representatives also raised the upcoming FIFA World Cup, warning that it will require significant public safety resources and likely federal funding. Additional discussion covered restorative justice and juvenile diversion, health care costs in DOC, electronic health records, and the need for more diverse and culturally competent public safety staffing. No votes were taken during the hearing.

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• situation where the court saw an opportunity to be helpful in making sure that this very important task
• officer of ...assignment was the commanding officer of Team Yankee, which is a joint service reserve
• And I commanded the largest joint service reserve field mass casualty exercise on the East ...field mass
• It involved over 3,000 service members from all branches of the Armed Forces Reserves.
• Chairman, welcome and again, thank you for your service in taking on this Herculean, I guess, task.

Keywords: 928, house, all

Summary: The Fiscal Committee opened by approving the May 15 minutes and then recognized Pam Ellis for her long service with the Legislative Budget Assistant’s office and upcoming retirement. The committee adopted the consent calendar with two items removed for separate consideration, then approved transfers for the Administrative Office of the Courts and the Department of Environmental Services after questions about court benefit costs and dam project funding. The Department of Health and Human Services also received approval for a general fund transfer item. A major portion of the meeting focused on the Youth Development Center settlement fund. New administrator Jared Boyle, joined by the Attorney General, described the fund’s remaining caseload, the payment matrix, and the need for additional funding to begin hearings in August. Members raised concerns about administrative costs, attorneys’ fees, payday loans, structured settlements, and the long-term fiscal impact on the state. Boyle requested $55 million, but the committee ultimately approved a reduced appropriation of $20 million, with members noting the possibility of returning for more funding later depending on revenues and the October revenue review. The Department of Corrections then received approval for a smaller shortfall transfer and a larger overtime-related transfer, with officials citing a 52% corrections officer vacancy rate, ongoing recruitment, academy classes, and efforts to use civilian staff in some non-security roles. A late item from the Veterans Home was also approved to cover overtime, holiday pay, and indirect cost shortfalls within its existing budget. The committee then heard an informational presentation on implementation of Senate Bill 134 and the new federal Medicaid work-requirement rule. DHHS said it plans to submit a state plan amendment, seek approval for hardship exceptions, start with one eligibility check cycle, and use existing federal grant funding to make system changes. Finally, the committee received a performance audit of the Doorway opioid treatment program, which found weak written procedures, incomplete data use, reimbursement delays, and problems with the Governor’s Commission on Addiction Treatment and Prevention. Members discussed follow-up reporting, and the next Fiscal Committee meeting was scheduled for August 21 at 11:00 a.m.

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• That’s a quote from the four-star general who is the commander of the United States Transportation Command
• <01:24:19.080> of fourstar general who is the commander of fourstar general who is the commander
• the United States Transportation command the United States Transportation command from<01:24:22.320
• Efficient market forces.
• <05:04:50.680> a could make more they could command a could make more they could command a

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• criticizing the city planners for prioritizing bike lanes that often sit empty, while drivers are forced
• will have a voice and that local leaders have time to plan and that no community in the future is forced
• , forced to react after the damage is already done and I'm happy to answer any questions.
• But I, I'm concerned that it's that it's pretty early to be able to put this, this forceful of a law

Bills: HB 341, HB 469, HB 971, HB 1624, HB 2721, HB 2959, HB 3365, HB 3731, HB 3793, HB 3861, HB 3946, HB 3966, HB 4348, HB 4401, HB 4402, HB 4924, HB 4966, HB 5563

Keywords: affordable housing, zoning, development, community support, local regulations, bicycle lanes, traffic collisions, Texas Department of Transportation, study, public safety, bicycles, electric bicycles, scooters, road safety, transportation study, commercial vehicle, safety standards, enforcement, Texas counties, transportation

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• of the school um out at the command of the school um out at the command post.<01:29:47.520> You
• commander or our version of an incident commander, you really need three things to be successful.
• You need the guts to take command, which, as we've seen from recent events, doesn't always happen.
• <01:34:58.080> commander battlefield as a ground force commander battlefield as a ground force
• commander, or our version of an incident commander, you<01:35:00.800> really<01:35:00.960>

Keywords: Call to Order and Roll Call – 0:00:04 Approval of Minutes – 0:03:57 United Way of Southern Kentucky –0:04:30 Preschool Education – 0:36:46 School Safety Updates – 1:01:41 Kentucky Association of School Superintendents – 1:41:47 Educational Cooperatives – 1:55:18 Adjournment – 2:07:37, 958, all

Summary: The committee opened its sixth meeting of the 2025 Interim Joint Committee on Education, confirmed a quorum, recorded attendance votes, and approved the minutes. Chair Lewis reminded presenters to keep remarks brief because of the full agenda and limited time. The first presentation was from United Way of Southern Kentucky, with Anne Puckett, Craig Browning, and Warren County Schools Superintendent Rob Clayton introducing a regional early childhood initiative. The presenters argued that kindergarten readiness and early childhood support are critical to later academic and life outcomes. They cited research and statistics about brain development in the first five years, the effects of unprepared kindergarten entry, and links between low literacy, school discipline, dropout rates, and incarceration. They said their region’s readiness scores fell during COVID and after a tornado, and that the most effective response was in-home parent education to help families support children from birth to age five. They described the model as voluntary, community-based, and not requiring new buildings, and said similar programs have been successful in Missouri. The group said it had already raised more than $1 million in private donations and committed three years of funding for four additional staff, expanding service in Allen, Logan, and Warren counties. They requested $600,000 per year for the next two-year budget cycle to add 12 more educators, serve about 360 families and 660 additional children, and build evidence for a possible statewide model. Members generally expressed support for the concept, with Representative Tipton and Representative Jackson discussing a prior home-based preschool pilot and the importance of starting early. Representative Calloway questioned whether increased family chaos and government involvement justified the approach; presenters responded that the program uses community educators, not a government-run organization, and is aimed at helping overwhelmed families. Representative Stalker asked about eligibility and early intervention, and presenters said the program serves children from birth to age five and can help identify needs early enough to connect families with services such as First Steps.

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• And then I was forced to compile or try to answer some assignment.
• Special Operations Task Force.
• Air Force E9 with over 49 years of law enforcement experience.
• Are we forced to be homeless?
• This fear will force many people to leave. Texas.

Bills: HB17, HB34, HB41, HB 118, HB 119, HB 127, HB 128, HB 129, HB 130, HB132, HB133, HB17, HB41, HB118, HB119, HB127, HB128, HB129, HB130, HB132, HB133

Keywords: foreign ownership, real estate, national security, designated countries, Texas property law, lobbying, foreign adversaries, compensation prohibition, transparency, civil penalties, higher education, foreign adversary, research security, trade secrets, academic partnerships, HB 128, sister city, sister-city agreement, international exchange, municipal diplomacy

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• You did it all the while attending college full time, and you handled a wide variety of tasks, which
• It's an impossible task, and she jumped in right away and not only understood it, but helped us.
• commander, and then I kept volunteering to deploy to combat zones.
• Moody moves the House of Representatives... ...and the completion of administrative tasks. Mr.
• . ...of messages, signing of bills and resolutions, and completion of administrative tasks.

Summary: The House met on sine die and began with prayer, pledges, quorum verification, and a series of announcements and recognitions. The chamber received Senate messages reporting adoption of conference committee reports on SB 268 and SB 2972, and Senate concurrence in House amendments to SB 1637. Members also referred several resolutions and announced the signing of numerous House and Senate measures by the presence of the House. Technical correction resolutions were adopted: HCR 171, authorizing corrections to HB 46, passed 138-0, and SCR 55, making a wording correction in SB 1964, passed 126-12. A large portion of the meeting was devoted to memorials and recognitions. The House honored Pastor Dave Welch, with several members offering condolences and reflections on his work organizing pastors and engaging in civic life, followed by a moment of silence. Members also recognized the Ganado High School Maidens for winning the 2025 UIL 2A Division I softball state championship, Waco police K-9 Andor after being shot in the line of duty, Region 7 DPS for Capitol Complex security, and various restaurants, staff members, interns, caucus staff, and caucus freshmen of the year across Republican, Democratic, Black, Progressive, LGBTQ, IT, Energy and Climate, and Mexican American Legislative Caucuses. The chamber also heard a retirement-style address from Rep. Tony Tinderholt, who reflected on his six sessions in the House, his military service, and his decision to step aside to focus on family, while colleagues from both parties praised his service, discipline, and willingness to work across differences. The House then continued with additional staff and caucus recognitions, including committee staff, district office staff, and interns, with members repeatedly thanking their teams for their work during the session.

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• And Lieutenant Commander Dave Fawson with the California Highway Patrol.
• With me is Lieutenant David Fawson, the commander of our collision investigation unit.
• A remote driver is one that actually can perform the driving task from a remote location.
• A remote driver is one that actually can perform the driving task from a remote location.
• A remote driver is one that actually can perform the driving task from a remote location.

Keywords: 988, house, all

Summary: The Assembly Transportation Committee heard testimony on the DMV’s finalized autonomous vehicle regulations, with a focus on how the rules update California’s oversight of testing, deployment, reporting, and enforcement. DMV and CHP officials said the new framework expands data collection beyond crashes to include immobilizations, hard-braking events, system failures, and notices of noncompliance, while also creating clearer requirements for first responder interaction, remote operations, and heavy-duty AV testing and deployment. Members raised concerns about safety, emergency response delays, freeway and work-zone operations, and whether the state has enough data to compare AVs with human drivers. Witnesses from consumer and labor-related groups emphasized transparency and accountability, arguing that the prior rules were outdated and that public access to the collected data is important for regulators, researchers, and injured parties. Industry representatives said California now has the nation’s most comprehensive AV permitting and reporting system, with phased permits, mileage thresholds, and broad DMV authority to restrict or suspend operations. They supported the regulations as a path to safer, more transparent deployment, while noting that the rules stay within state operational authority and do not replace federal standards for vehicle design and performance. A second panel focused on first responder interactions and remote operations. The San Francisco Fire Department described AVs blocking emergency scenes and generating “sleeper calls” when passengers fall asleep, consuming significant fire and EMS resources. Waymo said it maintains 24/7 emergency contacts, first responder plans, geofencing protocols, and remote support that can help move vehicles or allow first responders to override them. Members asked about license requirements for remote personnel, redundancy during communication outages, and how companies handle sleeping passengers before calling 911. No votes were taken; the hearing was informational.