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• </c><00:20:43.679><c> Administration</c> and the Social Security Administration and the Social Security
• </c> people using the same social security people using the same social security number.<00:28:52.880
• Louisville operates out of a teams.
• </c><01:32:00.239><c> I</c> they would be a nice center point. I they would be a nice center point.
• There are entity to be operational.

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Summary: The committee first approved the minutes and then approved an agency amendment to a health and family services regulation. The amendment reversed a prior change so that neonatal ICU beds would remain subject to regular review rather than nonsubstantive review. The remaining administrative regulations were then reviewed without objection. The main presentation was from State Auditor Allison Ball on a report finding $836 million in concurrent Medicaid capitation payments from 2019 through 2022, involving individuals enrolled in Kentucky and at least one other state. Ball said Kentucky relied on the PARIS system, which has limitations because it is updated quarterly and depends on voluntary state participation, while a better federal data source, T-MSIS, was not fully available to the state. She said the audit found weak internal controls, siloed processes, outdated guidance, and a low-priority attitude toward residency checks, all of which contributed to missed alerts and improper payments. She also said the report identified additional problems, including payments made after beneficiaries died and cases involving multiple states paying for the same person. Ball recommended better access to federal data, stronger MCO contract provisions, and more active oversight by the Department for Medicaid Services and managed care organizations. She said the contracts reviewed did not provide a clear way to recoup the improper payments, though she and her counsel suggested possible equitable legal theories might be explored. Members expressed concern about the scale of the waste and the lack of contract enforcement, and asked whether any money could be recovered. Ball said the audit did not identify a clear contractual path to recoup the funds.

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• Williams said livestock operators and ranchers were his customers, both as lessees.
• He has written management plans and monitoring plans, knows the workings of livestock operations, and
• Chair and members, Senate Bill 1082 requires operators of petting zoos, animal encounter exhibits, and
• The Department of Homeland Security lists Shiga toxin as a potential bioterrorist agent.
• Recently, the DWR approved our plan of operation, which is a governing document for the GRD.

Bills: SB1082, SB1200, SB1335, SB1336, SB1559, SB1761, SB1762, SB1785, SCM1007

Keywords: petting zoos, animal encounters, public health, handwashing, supervision, sanitization, safety regulations, civil penalties, water supply, groundwater, Phoenix, certificates, long-term storage credits, water conservation, municipal provider, replenishment obligation, water banking, annual report, Arizona Water Banking Authority, water supply management

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• Operating budget priorities are very simple and straightforward.
• So we're operating right now at anywhere between like 22 To 23 or 24 percent vacant.
• This is where MVD's central operations are different from our 32 field offices.
• So we've got teams that can't sit together; the storage areas aren't secure, and what we need.
• But in MVD, I think we can always use more people at our call center.

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• are seeking xylazine for use on animals keep a record of purchase and implement those methods to securely
• …response models, regional response, coordinated statewide response, right?
• … …and mobile intervention programs, especially low-threshold programs with frequent operating hours,
• And we did receive training materials from the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security that I
• Ensuring uniformity across all regions and professions, trainings and educational materials should be

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Summary: The special commission on xylazine met virtually to review and discuss the first draft of its final report. Chair Mindy Domb opened the meeting, confirmed quorum, and the commission approved the minutes from its December 11 public meeting. Staff then walked commissioners through the proposed report structure, including background on xylazine as both an FDA-approved veterinary drug and an illicit drug supply contaminant, as well as appendices for public meeting materials and public resources. The commission discussed findings and recommendations for several working groups. For oversight and enforcement, members focused on licit versus illicit sources of xylazine, noting that the illicit supply is typically obtained through online vendors rather than diverted from veterinary use. Recommendations included better storage and reporting practices in authorized settings, review of manufacturing and distribution information, and focusing enforcement on fentanyl trafficking and large-scale xylazine importation rather than personal possession. Commissioners also discussed whether xylazine should remain in Schedule 6 or be subject to additional penalties, and several members emphasized the need for coordination, information-sharing, and possibly a DPH task force or advisory body to monitor emerging drug threats. For outreach and treatment, staff summarized strong existing programs such as drug checking, wound care education, naloxone distribution, mobile and low-threshold care, and self-directed wound kits, while noting gaps including the lack of an FDA-approved reversal agent for xylazine, difficulty distinguishing xylazine from other exposures, and uneven access by geography, insurance, and audience. Commissioners stressed the need for provider education, including physicians, nurses, pharmacists, family support networks, and first responders, and for clear guidance on wound care and when more intensive treatment is needed. The education and training section identified first responders, clinicians, non-clinicians, and people who use drugs and their families as key audiences for tailored, stigma-free materials, with emphasis on real-time, centralized data, naloxone and breathing support, recognition of overdose versus xylazine exposure, and adapting materials as the drug supply changes. The meeting ended with discussion of next steps: staff will circulate a revised draft by March 2, the commission will meet again on March 9 to consider the report and recommendations, and an additional late-March meeting was reserved if needed before the statutory deadline.

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• are seeking xylazine for use on animals keep a record of purchase and implement those methods to securely
• fire first responders, particularly as we are really honing in our skills on co-response models, regional
• Response models, regional response, coordinated statewide response, right?
• And we did receive training materials from the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security that I
• Ensuring uniformity across all regions and professions, trainings and educational materials should be

Summary: The Special Commission on xylazine convened a public meeting to review and discuss the first draft of its final report, approve prior minutes, and gather feedback for revisions. The commission first approved the December 11 minutes by roll call vote, then reviewed the report structure, which will include a commission overview, working group findings and recommendations, and appendices with public meeting materials and public resources. Staff explained the report’s framing of xylazine as both a licensed veterinary drug and an illicit drug supply contaminant, and members discussed the distinction between legal animal use and illicit importation/adulteration, with several commissioners emphasizing that people who use drugs do not intentionally seek xylazine. The commission then walked through draft findings and recommendations for best practices in oversight and enforcement, outreach and treatment, and education and training. Members discussed whether xylazine should be further scheduled or instead addressed through other public health and enforcement measures, with the draft leaning toward maintaining the current Schedule 6 status while strengthening public health responses, surveillance, drug checking, and targeted enforcement against illicit production and distribution. Commissioners also proposed stronger coordination among public safety, law enforcement, and public health, including real-time alerts, centralized data sharing, and possibly a DPH task force on emerging drug supply threats. The outreach and treatment section focused on existing harm reduction, wound care, naloxone, and mobile/low-threshold services, while noting gaps such as lack of an FDA-approved human reversal agent, geographic access barriers, insurance issues, and limited provider familiarity. A substantial portion of the meeting focused on education and training for first responders, clinicians, non-clinicians, and people who use drugs and their families. Commissioners supported tailored, stigma-free materials that cover xylazine basics, signs and symptoms, wound care, withdrawal, harm reduction, and when to seek medical care, with repeated emphasis on including firefighters, EMS, law enforcement, and other first responders in definitions and training. Members also stressed the need for consistent, centralized, and up-to-date public health data, better communication of emerging contaminants beyond xylazine, and practical guidance to prevent people with xylazine-related wounds from being turned away from care or recovery settings. The meeting ended with agreement to incorporate the feedback into a revised draft to be circulated by March 2, with another meeting scheduled for March 9 and a backup meeting later in March if needed; the commission then adjourned by unanimous motion.

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• So also then along those lines, would you be surprised as I studied the report from Region Track on the
• What about the $250,000 to construct and operate a transition living facility? Where's that at?
• This one is for the second flagship institution for the state of Oklahoma, making sure we secure and
• Just no different than how we are currently doing with how some of the T-SET stuff is being operated
• Just no different than how we are currently doing with how some of the T-SET stuff is being operated

Summary: The House considered and advanced a large package of bills, many on joint committee reports, with most measures passing by wide margins and several emergency clauses approved. Early debate centered on HB 4036, which moved $5 million from an existing filmed-in-Oklahoma account to a new revolving fund for the “Bringing Sitcoms Home from Hollywood” pilot program. Supporters said the money was surplus, still controlled by the film office, and intended to create jobs and a strong return on investment; opponents questioned whether the funds should instead go to other state needs and whether the program had enough workforce and infrastructure. The bill passed 53-42, but its emergency failed. The House also passed HB 471, which creates state support for federal “Trump accounts” for children under 18, after debate over federal control, investment risk, and whether the $12.5 million could be better spent on child care, schools, or other services; it passed 61-30 and the emergency failed 62-27. Several education, transportation, and public safety measures then moved through with little or no opposition. HB 4030, described as the education limits bill, passed 93-1 with its emergency. HB 4065 and HB 467 each appropriated $93,000 for security at the Oklahoma School of Science and Mathematics and the Schools for the Blind and Deaf, respectively, and both passed unanimously or near-unanimously with emergencies. HB 4038 directed $5 billion for the eight-year transportation plan and $266,000 for safer school zones; HB 4048 transferred PREP funds to three road projects; and HB 4031 moved up to $41 million into the long-term aerospace and aeronautic stability fund. HB 4047, which used PREP funds for a rural economic development project, fairgrounds upgrades, and university energy improvements, drew the most discussion over whether the spending was truly rural-focused, but passed 81-11 with the emergency approved. The House also approved a series of capital, justice, health, and workforce-related bills. These included HB 452 to buy the Service Oklahoma building it currently occupies; HB 4041 for a two-year trafficking victim pilot program and public safety technology; HB 4056 and HB 4057 for OSBI and narcotics headquarters/warehouse facilities; HB 4044 for current National Board Certified Teachers; HB 4032 on mining fees and agreement language; HB 4034 to raise court reporter compensation; HB 4050 reducing employer contributions while keeping retirement funds growing; HB 4053 and HB 4054 for flagship university capital projects; HB 4072, a public finance/accounting measure involving the Invest in Oklahoma Board and Revenue Stabilization Fund mechanics; HB 4045 and HB 4046 creating military-related funds to support bases and BRAC-proof installations; HB 4040 establishing oversight and a revolving fund for rural health transformation federal money; and HB 4051 clarifying legislative control over the FMAP rate preservation fund. Most of these passed with strong bipartisan support and emergency clauses, and the chamber ended with announcements of committee meetings before adjourning until April 15, 2026.

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• I was wheeled into the operating room for thyroid surgery. Hello, everybody.
• I was wheeled into the operating room for thyroid surgery that was scheduled to take three hours.
• When the cancer returned, my physician supported my decision to seek care at MD Anderson Cancer Center
• patients and patient access to complicated medical procedures where there is not expertise in the region
• reflect updates from the recent sunset review bills for the Veterinary Medical Board and the Bureau of Security

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• </c> structure it, how they're operating it? structure it, how they're operating it?
• </c><00:18:45.520><c> economic</c> 125 million in annual regional economic 125 million in annual regional
• </c><00:19:18.160><c> economic</c> million in annual regional economic million in annual regional economic
• </c> can go to sandyidge.com that's operated can go to sandyidge.com that's operated by<00:40:10.400>
• </c><00:42:36.880><c> Um</c> operator. Um likely to be in August. Um operator.

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Summary: The committee approved the minutes from its August 21 meeting and then received an update from Kentucky Horse Racing and Gaming Corporation leadership on implementation of Senate Bill 299 and House Bill 566. Jamie Eids and staff described the agency’s new structure after charitable gaming was brought under the corporation, including new divisions, staffing, banking, payroll, insurance, procurement, and reporting systems. They also unveiled the corporation’s new logo and tagline, and said the transition had been designed to avoid interruption for charities, licensees, and racing operations. A major focus was the fee structure required by House Bill 566. Eids outlined current licensing fees across racing, sports wagering, and charitable gaming, compared Kentucky’s fees with other states, and recommended keeping the status quo for one more year because the agency has only recently brought all three components fully in-house. Members asked about whether charitable gaming had harmed veterans’ groups or other nonprofits, whether any revenue should be transferred back to the state, and whether the charitable gaming licenses cover one-off raffles as well as standing operations. Eids said she had not heard complaints, said the licenses include all such activity with some exemptions, and agreed to look at the question of future transfers. The committee then heard from Melissa Combs Wright on pari-mutuel wagering and Hannah Sims on sports wagering. They reported continued growth in historical horse racing, more than $11 billion in total pari-mutuel wagering in fiscal year 2025, over $10.5 billion in HHR wagers, and about $161 million in pari-mutuel tax revenue, with most of that supporting the general fund and horse-breeding development funds. They also said sports wagering has generated nearly $5 billion in wagers since launch, $73 million for the public pension fund, and more than $2 million for problem gambling services, while expanding to 13 retail locations and 92 additional sports events. Members raised concerns about players being cut off after winning, the lack of local government revenue sharing from gaming facilities, and the growth of computer-assisted wagering; the witnesses said they were reviewing CAWs and that Kentucky does not license poker rooms through the corporation.

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• That's very similar across the region.
• That's very similar across the region.
• </c><00:24:30.840><c> where</c> behind me is our Welcome Center where behind me is our Welcome Center
• We're always learning in these apartments, whether it is... advisory Center advisory Center each<00:24
• </c><00:32:05.360><c> meaningful</c> independently secure meaningful independently secure meaningful

Keywords: 1183, house

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• centers, not by ratepayers.
• are leading data center owners and operators and companies that lease large amounts of data center capacity
• of data center facilities.
• Data center operators would be required to report monthly across dozens of categories.
• are not considered data centers.

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• ally in the region.
• pinnacle of high school athletics, capturing the CIF Division 2 state championship at the Golden 1 Center
• Even as their opponents fought back, the Golden Bears remained unshakable, securing a 56-47 victory.
• Even as their opponents fought back, the Golden Bears remained unshakable, securing a 56-47 victory.
• The center will continue Cheech's work of creating, preserving, and sharing Chicano art to ensure that

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• member as well as a department chair for software engineering and data science, and I also lead the Center
• Um, and you see this in cyber security as well.
• Um, and you see this in cyber security<00:42:25.920><c> as</c><00:42:26.160><c> well.
• Gone are the days security as well.
• </c><00:42:44.079><c> you'll</c> perspective uh cyber security you'll perspective uh cyber security you'll

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• partially due to testimony that we had here last week from one of the individuals that provided security
• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists,
• They're unable to get to the senior center for a meal.
• I'll just put existing MDTs that are in operation or individuals that are supportive of this.
• It's Coalition for Justice and Elder and Disabled Adults operating out of St. Louis.

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• Matt Kremens, on behalf of the California Nevada Conference of Operating Engineers and Operating Engineers
• , in the middle of a civic center.
• public administrator function that we operate as well.
• These decisions should be operational and local in nature.
• These decisions should be operational and local in nature.

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• The bill does not impose heavier penalties in bus stops, transit centers, or parking areas.
• While operating a, a modern, efficient and accessible transit system, CAP Metro emphasizes safety.
• HB 689 supports this mission in our daily operations.
• We have you registered as Kenneth Daniels, yes sir, uh, as a bus operator.
• I'm a bus operator, um.

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• The Troops to Teachers program is no longer operational. That was a federal program.
• The Troops to Teachers program is no longer operational. That was a federal program.
• </c> questions that um actually u center questions that um actually u center around<00:35:27.680><c>
• Private institutions, churches, daycare centers, schools — if that is great.
• So that you know teacher in a center.

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• Operator inattention, improper lookout, and operator inexperience are also leading contributing factors
• He's the Commodore of the 11th District, Northern Region.
• Additional refinements are needed to ensure the system operates with consistency, fairness, and fully
• This bill... ...designed to operate.
• Tobin, Noah Michael, Navy Petty Officer Second Class, Valley Center.

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• ally in the region.
• pinnacle of high school athletics, capturing the CIF Division 2 state championship at the Golden 1 Center
• Even as their opponents fought back, the Golden Bears remained unshakable, securing a 56-47 victory.
• Even as their opponents fought back, the Golden Bears remained unshakable, securing a 56-47 victory.
• The center will continue Cheech's work of creating, preserving, and sharing Chicano art to ensure that

Summary: The Senate opened with a prayer and Pledge of Allegiance, including a remembrance of the 111th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide. The chamber then took up Senate Resolution 87 by Senator Archuleta, which recognized April 24 as the anniversary of the Armenian Genocide and emphasized historical remembrance, support for Armenian communities, and concern over ongoing threats and humanitarian issues affecting Armenians. Several senators spoke in support, and the resolution was adopted by a 37-0 vote. Senator Archuleta then introduced members of the Armenian community in the gallery. The Senate also adopted several other resolutions honoring communities and causes. Senator Cortese presented SR 93 honoring Jim Plunkett’s football career and his role as a trailblazing Latino athlete; senators highlighted his Heisman Trophy, Super Bowl wins, and pending Hispanic Football Hall of Fame recognition, and the resolution passed unanimously. Senator Wiener presented SCR 124 on transportation access for Californians with epilepsy, focusing on how seizure-related driving restrictions can limit employment, education, and medical care; it was adopted unanimously. Senator Allen presented SCR 158 declaring April Arts, Culture and Creativity Month and marking the 50th anniversary of the California Arts Council, with remarks celebrating the state’s arts economy and longtime arts leaders; it also passed unanimously. Later, Senator Alvarado-Gil presented SCR 159 designating April as California Rodeo Appreciation Month, describing the history, cultural significance, diversity, and economic role of rodeo in California. Supportive remarks followed from another senator, and the resolution was adopted unanimously. The author then introduced rodeo guests, including athletes and rodeo association leaders. The Senate also heard multiple privileges-of-the-floor introductions, including arts figures such as Luis Valdez, Cheech Marin, and Ruth Asawa’s son Paul Lanier, as well as student and community guests. The chamber approved the consent calendar by a 38-0 vote, noted committee meetings for Human Services, Military and Veterans, and Privacy, and adjourned with the next floor session scheduled for April 23, 2026, at 9:00 a.m.

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• , family resource centers, behavioral health programs, and much more.
• . ...which means additional revenues which support our operations.
• Western centers in the room today.
• Western centers in the room today.
• Rebecca Gonzalez with the Western Center on Law and Poverty.

Summary: The Assembly Budget Subcommittee on Human Services heard an informational hearing on child welfare, foster care, community care licensing, child support, and related budget issues. CDSS described the Governor’s proposed child and family services budget, emphasized a family-centered and kin-first approach, and reported that foster care entries and congregate care placements have declined over the past decade. Witnesses also highlighted the importance of extended foster care to age 21, while noting persistent racial disparities for Native American and Black children and the need for stronger prevention, family finding, and community-based supports. A major focus was the proposed tiered rate structure (TRS), which CDSS said would shift funding from placement-based rates to child-centered supports, including care and supervision, strength-building dollars, and immediate needs funding paired with high-fidelity wraparound services. CDSS and county representatives said implementation is on track, with foundational policy guidance expected by the end of the year, CANS/CFT timeliness targeted by year-end, and the CWS CARES system nearing go-live in October 2026. Counties and providers raised concerns about whether the rate model and wraparound capacity will be sufficient, especially for higher-acuity youth, and asked for more data, clearer guidance, and continued collaboration. County Welfare Directors Association representatives also requested continued emergency response funding and an extension of flexible family supports, arguing both are needed to stabilize front-end child welfare work and bridge to TRS. Providers from FFAs and STRTPs warned that insurance costs, provider closures, and the transition to TRS could threaten service capacity unless the state addresses long-term insurance and reimbursement issues. LAO noted the Governor’s budget contains no new child welfare augmentations and said the main General Fund change reflects the expiration of one-time funding. No votes were taken; members instead asked for follow-up data, technical assistance, and possible future legislative or trailer bill solutions, including on insurance and implementation timelines.

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• It's a huge task, and they're all regionalizing.
• About 400 of them are in your region.
• You know, a statewide have A private company operate.
• In their operating. Thank you. So, with that.
• We also need to hire staff to actually run the Literacy Center.

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