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• as an activity.
• I state but also just as as an activity.
• activities activities and<02:08:03.679> that<02:08:04.560> as<02:08:04.800> a<02
• So these are of fishing activity.
• <04:32:20.239> and avidly interested in the outdoors and avidly interested in the outdoors

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• About $163 million is annual spending from the Outdoor Heritage Fund, $304 million from the Clean Water
• <00:04:07.040> heritage, parks and trails, outdoor heritage, parks and trails, outdoor heritage
• I'm the executive director for the Lessard-Sams Outdoor Heritage Council. Um, Mr.
• <00:16:29.920> Chair Outdoor Heritage Council. Um, Mr. Chair Outdoor Heritage Council.
• I'm the executive director for the Lessard-Sams Outdoor Heritage Council. Mr.

Keywords: 919, house, all

Summary: House File 2563, the Omnibus Legacy Bill, was presented as a roughly $779 million package funding projects across Minnesota through the four Legacy funds: Outdoor Heritage, Clean Water, Parks and Trails, and Arts and Cultural Heritage. Chairs Vang and McDonald described the bill as a responsible one-time spending measure with no ongoing base funding, emphasizing habitat restoration, water protection, parks and trails, and arts and cultural heritage. Nonpartisan staff then walked through the spreadsheet, explaining that the bill largely follows the recommendations of the relevant councils and governor, with some additions such as a Wilderness Inquiry partnership, an Ash River sewer extension, competitive grant funding, and several arts and history projects. Staff highlighted the major allocations and structure of the bill: Outdoor Heritage funding for land and habitat projects, Clean Water funding for water-quality work, Parks and Trails funding following the traditional 40-40-20 split, and Arts and Cultural Heritage funding for the State Arts Board, Minnesota Historical Society, Humanities Center, Indian Affairs Council, Department of Education, and other recipients. They also noted policy provisions requiring Clean Water Council recommendations to be broken out by fiscal year, requiring recent 990 forms for arts grantees, limiting arts funds from being used for capital construction except in specified cases, and extending a prior appropriation for the Sunni Lee memorial project. Members asked about land acquisition, the new 990 requirement, and reduced funding for children’s museums; chairs and staff responded that Outdoor Heritage includes land acquisition, the 990 is simply a documentation requirement, and children’s museum funding is lower because more money is now placed in a competitive grant pool. The chairs said the bill reflects compromise and an effort to keep the bill relatively clean of earmarks, while also noting that a Department of Revenue transfer of more than $31 million from legacy funds affected available funding and forced difficult choices. After discussion, the committee laid the bill over, with the chair noting it was also being done in honor of Representative Mary Murphy.

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• Now, there are over 170 businesses, with 51 in New Mexico still active.
• It is not a criminal activity if somebody puts themselves...
• As well as the outdoor air quality where there's, oh, uh, in the workplace.
• My second question, Madam Chair, is on outdoor air quality.
• To address both sides, the indoor as well as outdoor, Madam Chair.

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• educators, wildlife tour guides, outdoor gear product managers.
• educators, wildlife tour guides, outdoor gear product managers.
• architects, outdoor educators, wildlife tour<02:15:20.560> guides,<02:15:21.520> outdoor
• future to help support outdoor future to help support outdoor recreation<02:17:37.439> development
• Tourism,<02:19:40.639> outdoor<02:19:41.040> recreation, Tourism, outdoor recreation, Tourism

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• people can enjoy the great outdoors people can enjoy the great outdoors thank<00:12:58.959> you
• He said it is probably the fastest-growing activity in the state.
• In fact, it actively hinders efficiency.
• In fact, it actively hinders efficiency.
• as to where New Hampshire's outdoor as to where New Hampshire's outdoor Community<05:28:58.520><

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• So, this process is actively ongoing right now, and we expect the entire microwave upgrade for those
• , public safety only served outdoors, public safety only served outdoors, service<00:21:14.960>
• > outdoors,<00:21:16.000> then<00:21:16.400> absolutely<00:21:17.120> that's
• service outdoors, then absolutely that's service outdoors, then absolutely that's a<00:21:17.520>
• So, we are spectators of that process and somewhat active in the designing of the scope of work.

Keywords: Call to Order and Roll Call- 00:00:02 Statewide Emergency Response System Monthly Update- 00:02:23 Shock Probation: Administrative Office of the Courts-00:34:28 Shock Probation: Department of Corrections Oversight-01:04:04 Adjournment-01:12:22, 958, all

Summary: The committee received an update on Kentucky’s statewide emergency responder voice system (SERVS) and the supporting microwave network, known as KYeS. Michael Brandon Marshall, the state’s statewide interoperability coordinator, explained that the project began as a replacement for Kentucky State Police’s radio system and has expanded into a statewide public-safety trunked radio system. He reviewed work completed in phases 1 and 2, including upgrades to existing tower sites, construction of new sites, installation of generators and DC power plants, and replacement of microwave routers and stations. He said the microwave upgrade is a separate but necessary part of the project and that the remaining microwave work on existing sites is expected to be finished in 2026, with roughly 20 more sites likely to move from blue to green by the next monthly report if conditions allow. Members pressed Marshall on the pace of deployment and the lack of coverage in parts of Eastern Kentucky. Senator Thomas said the coverage map was especially unfavorable to counties from Whitley and McCreary up to Lewis County and asked when that gap would be fixed. Marshall said the eastern buildout is planned, but those areas have not yet been funded; he estimated that by the end of 2026 the areas around Posts 14, 8, and 11 should be live, while other eastern post areas would remain unbuilt until additional funding is provided. He said the decision to start in Western Kentucky was technical rather than political, based on terrain and the relative ease of building coverage over flatter ground. Senator Wheeler asked whether newer low-orbit satellite systems such as Starlink could reduce the need for tower construction. Marshall said satellite technology could be a useful tool, especially for outdoor or disaster-response communications, but it cannot replace terrestrial radio for public safety because responders often work indoors and need reliable penetration through buildings. He also noted that lower-frequency spectrum such as 700 MHz is better suited for that purpose. Representative Smith asked about contracting and delays; Marshall said the Finance Cabinet’s DECA manages the construction contracts, while his office helps define the scope of work and reviews whether it is adequately met. The committee indicated it will continue to receive monthly updates on the project.

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• The city's own pre-vote materials described indoor and outdoor space.
• The city's own pre-vote materials described indoor and outdoor space.
• The city's own pre-vote materials described indoor and outdoor space.
• The city's own pre-vote materials described indoor and outdoor space.
• The city's own pre-vote materials described indoor and outdoor space.

Keywords: 919, house, all

Summary: Representative Hicks presented House File 4194, which would change how Rochester’s approved local option sales tax funds could be used for a regional athletics facility. Hicks argued the city’s 2023 ballot materials promised substantial community and stakeholder engagement and an indoor/outdoor community recreation complex, but that the project shifted to an outdoor-only plan without meaningful public input. She said the bill was needed to center Rochester residents’ voices and prevent a precedent of approved projects being changed after the vote. Rochester City Council President Randy Schubring opposed the bill, saying the city is following the 2023 authorization and building as much as possible within the approved funding. He said the ballot question passed with 53% support and urged the committee not to overturn local election results, while asking lawmakers to work with the city and Rochester delegation on the remaining funding shortfall. Testifier Kamau Wilkins also opposed the city’s current direction, saying voters were promised indoor recreation facilities but are now getting mostly outdoor baseball diamonds, which he described as a bait-and-switch. Several members supported Hicks’ concerns, saying legislators have a duty to ensure local sales tax projects match what voters were told. Representative Lee raised a broader issue about legislative oversight of local option sales taxes and referenced a possible St. Paul-related fix. Hicks closed by saying she supported the tax originally but no longer believes the project matches what voters approved. The committee then laid House File 4194 over for possible inclusion in the omnibus tax bill.

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• for businesses whose primary source of revenue is from certain government relations or lobbying activities
• Higher Education Compact, the Legislative-Citizen Commission on Minnesota Resources, the LCCMR, the Outdoor
• resources the Commission on Minnesota resources the lard<00:26:19.760> Sam's<00:26:20.760> outdoor
• c><00:26:21.320> Heritage<00:26:22.120> Council<00:26:23.120> the lard Sam's outdoor
• Heritage Council the lard Sam's outdoor Heritage Council the Iron<00:26:23.520> Range<00:26:24.039

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• He serves as junior class president, is an active member of the Venture Club, Visual Arts and GT program
• Dean is highly involved in school activities and has a strong passion for the outdoors.
• Her activities and hobbies are competitive soccer, art, video games, fishing, and learning.
• Grant County is home to significant outdoor recreation areas, including the Catwalk Recreation Area,
• President, she is active in her extracurricular activities and athletic programs, participating in varsity

Keywords: 996, all

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• All right, now what are the eligible activities?
• All right, now what are the eligible activities?
• Inventory control and removal of outdoor advertising.
• outdoor advertising. outdoor advertising.
• to<00:39:53.400> transportation activities related to transportation activities related to

Keywords: 00:05 Call to Order and Roll Call 01:55 Bridge Improvement Program 18:56 County Priority Projects Program 38:10 Transportation Alternative Program 51:47 Adjournment, 958, all

Summary: The committee met for the first interim meeting of the 2025 Budget Review Committee on Transportation and heard from Bobby Jo Lewis, commissioner of Rural and Municipal Aid at the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet. She reviewed the new County City Bridge Improvement Program, created in the 2024 regular session, reporting that phases one and two are complete, 45 bridges have been funded so far, and about $18.45 million has been authorized. She said roughly $6.549 million remains for phase three in the current fiscal year, with about $26.445 million in bridge applications still pending. For fiscal year 2026, the program will again have $25 million and will use four application phases. She also described a training resource, Local Bridges 101, and said a new executive advisor, Greg Meredith, has been brought in to help with the bridge program. Members asked how rollover applications would be handled, whether they would be re-evaluated with new applications, how the program would account for bridge longevity and load posting, and how isolated communities would be prioritized. Lewis said applicants not funded in FY25 would be contacted and could choose to roll their applications into FY26, and all applications would be evaluated together at the end of each phase. She said preservation projects are assessed for how much they extend a bridge’s life, and isolated community access bridges or closed bridges with no detour access receive priority. She also said the department aims for equitable distribution across regions and plans to produce a map showing where funds have been awarded. Lewis then turned to the County Priority Projects Program and the Local Assistance Road Program established in House Bill 546 and related resolutions. She said the application cycle opened June 1 and closes October 1, with 106 memoranda of agreement being prepared for awards in House Joint Resolution 46. She described updated application and reporting forms, a scoring matrix, and a County City Pavement Evaluation Manual used to rate projects based on preservation of assets, average daily traffic, recent improvements, safety, cost, and district priority. She said projects must be rehabilitation projects designed to restore the original condition of the road, cannot exceed $500,000, and must use local match percentages tied to the economic development grant program formula. She also reported on funding status for prior road projects, including completed, partially completed, pending, and underrun amounts that may be reauthorized. Committee members asked about photo documentation, online access to project materials, how to measure whether projects truly restore roads to original condition, and what happens when project costs exceed estimates. Lewis said the department is still working on how best to store and share the large volume of photos, and that projects are certified through district offices and local sign-off after completion. She said overages are the responsibility of the applicant because the state does not have additional money beyond the awarded amount. No formal votes were taken during the discussion.

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• It expands the definitions of qualified law enforcement officer to include active correctional probation
• And it is to provide conservation-based public outdoor recreational uses, public access, and related
• And also to be managed on a conservation-based public outdoor recreational uses that include, and we
• State parks are intended to provide access to the public to recreate, get outdoors, and enjoy Florida
• Yes, people don't want to see some of these golf courses and some of these big activities, but should

Summary: The committee took up a series of criminal justice, health, and public safety bills, with several measures reported favorably after brief sponsor presentations and mostly no opposition. CS for SB 1782 on dangerous excessive speeding, CS for SB 306 on Medicaid provider network access, CS for SB 716 on mandatory minimums for certain sexual offenses by registered offenders, CS for SB 1084 on intimate image dissemination and digitally forged images, and CS for CS for SB 1604 on corrections-related litigation and sentencing changes all passed the committee. Members also approved CS for SB 1838, which increases protections for court officials from tampering, harassment, and retaliation, and CS for SB 1252, which directs FDLE to study a statewide pawn data database. CS for SB 468 on fleeing or eluding, CS for SB 490 on off-duty concealed carry for certain officers, and CS for SB 890 on blood clot screening and treatment also received favorable votes, with SB 890 drawing supportive testimony from the bill sponsor, medical and patient advocates, and family members affected by blood clots. The most extensive debate centered on CS for CS for SB 1804, which would create a capital offense for adults trafficking children under 12 or mentally incapacitated persons for sexual exploitation. Senator Martin defended the bill as a response to especially heinous crimes and argued it fit within constitutional punishment principles, while several members raised concerns about the Eighth Amendment, the risk of lengthy and costly litigation, and the possibility of retraumatizing victims. The Florida Conference of Catholic Bishops and the Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers testified in opposition, citing moral objections, due process concerns, and constitutional precedent; the bill nevertheless was reported favorably. The committee also approved CS for CS for SB 572, the “Pam Rock Act,” which tightens dangerous-dog rules, adds enclosure, microchip, insurance, and penalty requirements, and allows stronger enforcement actions after serious attacks. The Rock family and animal control supporters testified in favor, describing the bill as a response to fatal dog attacks and urging stronger accountability for owners. For SB 572, members discussed insurance requirements, the role of local authorities in classifying dangerous dogs, and whether the bill would affect ordinary pet insurance or only liability coverage after a serious attack. The sponsor said the measure is not breed-specific and is aimed at dogs that have already caused significant harm. The committee also heard testimony from family members of Pam Rock and other victims, along with supporters from animal control and sheriff’s offices. All of the bills taken up in the meeting that were voted on were reported favorably, and no roll-call votes failed.

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• We don't have an official position on it, but we've been active in educating people on this.
• New England weather does not always allow for outdoor use, and fields and facilities are subsequently
• The use of artificial surfaces in parks allows communities to have outdoor tracks for drop-in walking
• and jogging, organized fitness activities.
• This year, we've been active. We also have battery recyclers and retailers.

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Summary: The Joint Committee on Environment and Natural Resources held a heavily attended hybrid hearing focused primarily on plastics reduction bills, along with a few local and related waste-management measures. Chair Rauch and Chair Barber outlined strict testimony rules because of the large number of speakers. Before the plastics docket, the committee heard support for a local Sharon sewer-extension bill for a Sunrise Senior Living project, and the bill’s proponents said the project would help address senior housing needs and would still require MWRA and local approvals. The chairs also noted a separate local matter involving Sharon and the MWRA. A major portion of the hearing centered on the Plastics Reduction Act and related bills addressing single-use plastics, including plastic bags, polystyrene, black plastic, plastic beverage bottles, non-flushable wipes, skip-the-stuff provisions, and truth-in-labeling. Sponsors and supporters said the bills would reduce litter, microplastics, greenhouse gas emissions, and municipal waste costs, while creating statewide consistency and supporting environmental justice communities. Several speakers cited local bans already adopted by many Massachusetts cities and towns, and many urged the committee to advance comprehensive statewide action. The committee also heard testimony on a boat wrap recycling bill, a mattress recycling bill, and a bill to prohibit hotels from providing small plastic toiletries. Municipal officials and waste professionals supported extended producer responsibility for paint and labeling for non-flushable wipes, saying these measures would shift costs away from cities and towns and reduce strain on wastewater systems. The Massachusetts Municipal Association, Mayor Ruth Ann Fuller of Newton, and a Franklin County waste official all backed paint EPR and wipes labeling. Fire Chief Brian Nardelli testified for the Fire Chiefs Association in support of lithium-ion battery legislation, citing fire safety and disposal concerns. Other speakers, including environmental groups, local activists, and business representatives, supported bag and polystyrene bans, though the Retailers Association of Massachusetts urged any bag policy to be truly statewide and said any bag fee should be retained by retailers. No votes were taken during the hearing.

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• Camp Cherry Lake program, that taught me to build friendships, to find new opportunities, to do that outdoor
• You have heard today, By getting youth outdoors and immersed in hands-on applied experiences, we can
• not only speak for what they believe in and learn through research-backed material, but a place to activate
• not only speak for what they believe in and learn through research-backed material, but a place to activate
• not only speak for what they believe in and learn through research-backed material, but a place to activate

Bills: S0806

Keywords: right to repair, repairability, consumer repair, independent repair provider, authorized repair provider, portable wireless device, smartphone repair, cell phone repair, mobile device, agricultural equipment, farm equipment, tractor, combine, diagnostic information, repair manuals, parts availability, tools, embedded software, firmware, security module

Summary: The Committee on Agriculture took up SB 806, a consumer and agricultural equipment right-to-repair bill sponsored by Senator Truenow. The bill was described as expanding repair options for portable wireless devices and farm equipment while protecting trade secrets. Two amendments were adopted: one clarified that portable devices do not include motor vehicles, and another was a technical staff amendment. Testimony included support for the general goal of repair access, but opposition from a John Deere dealership representative, who warned the bill could weaken local dealer support, reduce parts inventory, increase downtime, and create emissions-compliance risks. The Consumer Technology Association also opposed the bill in its current form, citing concerns about a patchwork of state laws, a private right of action against manufacturers, and inconsistencies with other states’ repair laws. After closing remarks from Senator Truenow, the committee voted to report CS for SB 806 favorably. The committee then heard a presentation from Florida 4-H state officers and alumni, who highlighted 4-H’s role in youth development, leadership, agriculture, STEM, and healthy living. They described statewide participation of more than 216,000 youth, the impact of camps and hands-on programs, and efforts to raise funds for facility improvements, including Camp Cherry Lake and Camp Timpoochee. Members asked about how youth discover 4-H, what drives participation, and the organization’s growth goals, including reaching 300,000 youth. Next, Florida FFA state officers presented on agricultural education and FFA’s role in preparing students for careers in agriculture and related fields. They emphasized the three-part model of classroom instruction, supervised agricultural experience, and FFA leadership activities, and noted Florida’s membership growth to more than 65,000 students, supported by state funding that allows all agricultural education students to participate at no cost. Members discussed the need for technology and AI to help meet future food-production demands, and the presenters stressed innovation, urban agriculture, and efficiency as key to feeding a growing population. The meeting concluded with general comments of support and a request for a group photo with the students.

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• It safeguards public lands so that hunters and anglers can enjoy their outdoor recreation as well.
• <00:07:46.800> uh<00:07:46.880> whether<00:07:47.199> in outdoor recreation.
• uh whether in outdoor recreation. uh whether in Minneapolis,<00:07:47.919> you<00:07:48.080><
• <00:12:15.760> That's<00:12:16.000> what improvement of the outdoors.
• That's what improvement of the outdoors.

Keywords: 1183, house

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• also associated, though maybe not fully integrated into this SGMA program, groundwater recharge activities
• are happening, to ensure that the activities don't further worsen salinity issues in groundwater or
• Additionally, public access projects will further our Outdoors for All efforts, including the Coastal
• However, we are actively funding the Siskiyou County Farm Bureau in conjunction with the Karuk Tribe
• It's like pathways to 30 by 30, the nature-based solutions climate strategy, and outdoors for all.

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• activity complex.
• When construction is completed, both the Sock Rapids New Early Childhood Learning Center, Outdoor Activities
• <00:04:52.720> activity<00:04:53.600> complex.
• center and an outdoor activity complex. center and an outdoor activity complex.
• <00:05:22.400> Activities Learning Center, Outdoor Activities Learning Center, Outdoor Activities

Bills: HF1569, HF460, HF850, HF707, HF798, HF852, HF366, HF365, HF836, HF866, HF885, HF959, HF1196, HF1788, HF1349, HF2272, HF2652, HF1251, HF607

Keywords: transportation, bond issuance, capital investment, infrastructure, road improvements, HF460, Sibley County, Highway 21, County State-Aid Highway, bonding bill, state bonds, bond proceeds fund, transportation grant, infrastructure improvements, sanitary sewer, water main, storm sewer, stormwater, public works, local infrastructure

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• AB 1332 would provide a narrow authorization for cannabis outdoor cultivation micro businesses to ship
• The current revenue coming from active fishers will remain and continue as they continue fishing and
• During a wildfire, smoke is not only a significant hazard outdoors, but can also enter homes through

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• The 2010 Citizens United decision was the catalyst for this activity.
• and 18, we are replacing them with the language in the amendment, and we're making sure that for outdoor
• advertising well first of all outdoor advertising well first of all with<01:05:32.440> um<01:
• Signs disclaimer must be and for outdoor Signs disclaimer must be at<01:05:52.720> least<01:05
• We're making the effective date of this paragraph B for outdoor signs January 1, and it applies to signs

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• now they have a a project that is active now they have a a project that is active in<00:32:38.080
• Um, our malacology department is very, very active and has recently opened Pupuola, which is an active
• Um, our malacology department is very, very active and has recently opened Pupuola, which is an active
• we actively work with on a daily basis. we actively work with on a daily basis.
• Um and so we are actively suppression.

Keywords: 910, house, all

Summary: The Committee on Culture and the Arts held an informational briefing with representatives from ʻIolani Palace and Bishop Museum to discuss how the Legislature can better support state-funded cultural institutions during the interim and into the next session. Chair Capella said the goal was to understand current needs, preserve Hawaiian culture and history, and expand educational access. No votes or formal actions were taken during the briefing. ʻIolani Palace’s representative described the Friends of ʻIolani Palace’s role as the nonprofit supporting repair, restoration, maintenance, and public education for the state monument. She said state operational funding and ARPA funds were critical to keeping the palace open, maintaining HVAC and other systems, and funding repairs that would otherwise fall to DLNR. She highlighted ongoing and planned projects including a fire suppression system, HVAC improvements, basement exhibit work, plumbing repairs, elevator replacement, etched glass restoration, and school-tour access. She also noted that a prior $150,000 CIP for windows and doors had not yet been released, and said the organization is exploring ways to bring more neighbor island students to the palace through transportation support, airline partnerships, and digital outreach. Bishop Museum’s representatives outlined the museum’s history, its role as the state museum of natural and cultural history, and its extensive collections in archives, archaeology, botany, entomology, zoology, and cryopreservation. They emphasized the museum’s work in preservation, research, environmental stewardship, and public education, including free access through Museums for All, daily programming, and cultural festivals and community events. They said state funding has been essential for staffing, IT security, fire suppression, and infrastructure needs, and that digitization of the museum’s 25 million objects is a major ongoing initiative to preserve and share Hawaiʻi’s history and knowledge.

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• Assembly Bill 165, by the Assembly Committee on Natural Resources, revises provisions relating to outdoor
• Assembly Bill 539, by the Assembly... revises provisions relating to outdoor education, referred to national
• That K-12 students in the state are getting outdoors.
• Bill 305, introduced by Senators DeNiante, etc., revises provisions relating to interscholastic activities
• Assembly Bill 108, introduced by Assembly Members Howard Watts, et al., makes an appropriation to the Outdoor

Keywords: 909, all