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• We have enhanced the practices around preventing miners from purchasing lottery tickets.
• Talk again, back to the trying to prevent the addict, not, you know, let people play.
• Help prevent issues that have come up before.
• Item 3 is just an explanation of the motor vehicle crime prevention authority appropriations.
• I could serve more families, but the subsidy waitlist in our area is preventing me from doing so.

Bills: SB1, SB 1

Keywords: appropriations, budget, state funding, education, healthcare, infrastructure, campground safety, youth camp regulations, flood safety, emergency evacuation, health and safety standards, 1185, senate, all

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• </c> any progress in preventing any progress in preventing uh<00:46:13.520><c> you</c><00:46:13.680><
• And if those measures do not show measurable improvement by a certain date, is there a formal process
• </c> presentation, sorry, wildfire prevention presentation, sorry, wildfire prevention or<05:59:12.000
• </c> my question when conservation measures my question when conservation measures are<06:03:33.680><
• ><c> show</c><06:03:48.160><c> measurable</c> those measures do not show measurable those measures do

Keywords: 910, house, all

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• This change prevents the misuse of historic preservation laws to block new housing and expands opportunities
• We are the sponsors of that bill, and we're also in support of that and feel like that the cost measures
• Thank you. ...and we're also in support of that and feel like that the cost measures would be offset
• My name is Adam Herrera, and I am against this measure, to care for the liberty of the people.

Summary: The Assembly Appropriations Committee met on April 30, 2025, for a regular order hearing on a large slate of bills. After opening remarks and quorum, the committee approved a consent calendar in two motions: one for bills eligible for the Assembly floor consent calendar and another for unanimous bills not eligible for floor consent. The committee also deemed the suspense calendar approved without further discussion. Several housing and shelter-related bills were presented. AB 1061 by Quirk-Silva would allow SB 9 duplex and lot-split provisions to apply in historic districts, with limits to protect individually listed historic sites and maintain street-facing appearances; California YIMBY supported the measure. AB 750 by Quirk-Silva would strengthen oversight of homeless shelters by requiring posted resident-rights information, standardized reporting, and penalties for noncompliance, including possible withholding of state funding. AB 712 by another member would increase penalties for public agencies that violate state housing law and bar indemnification demands against applicants when agencies break those laws; it was described as part of a fast-track housing package. The committee then took public comment, dominated by extensive opposition to AB 928. Dozens of individuals, many identifying with poultry, feed, gamefowl, agricultural, or related organizations, testified against the bill, saying it would harm their livelihoods, culture, religious practices, or constitutional rights and could kill birds. A few speakers also testified on other bills, including support for AB 1337 and AB 804 and opposition to AB 1337. After public comment concluded, the meeting adjourned.

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• WE ALL DO BUT I THINK WHAT MADE ME COMFORTABLE ULTIMATELY AFTER TRYING HARD TO HAVE SOME I THINK MEASURED
• WE REMEMBER HISTORY HAVE A MORAL DUTY TO STAND AS A BULWARK TO PREVENT SOMETHING LIKE THIS FROM HAPPENING
• WILL DISTRICTS COULD CHOOSE TO MEASURE GROWTH FROM P.M. 1 PM 3.
• NOW WE HAVE THOSE SYSTEMS SO IT ALLOWS FOR THOSE STUDENTS TO BETTER MEASURE, TO EVALUATE STUDENT PERFORMANCE

Keywords: 999, senate, all

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• This is a straightforward transparency measure.
• It would open up the door for preventative care.
• If you prevent a colonoscopy and provide a preventative colonoscopy, the amount of money saved on one
• If you prevent a colonoscopy, have a preventative service colonoscopy, the amount of money you can save
• We prevent people from getting sick as much as we can.

Summary: The House Appropriations Committee met on April 27 and first took up House Bill 175 and its companion House Bill 165, both dealing with lottery proceeds for veterans. HB 175 was amended to create a Veterans Service Grant Board within the Department of Veterans Affairs and direct $500,000 annually from Louisiana Lottery net proceeds into a Veterans Service Grant Fund, with unused money returned to the lottery proceeds fund that supports the MFP. Supporters, including the bill sponsor, The Boot Louisiana, LDVA Secretary Charlton McGinley, and Bastion Veterans Organization, argued the grants would help veteran services, workforce placement, mental health, housing, entrepreneurship, and retention of veterans in Louisiana. Members raised concerns about drawing from lottery proceeds that traditionally support education, but the committee adopted amendments and reported HB 175 favorably as amended. HB 165, the constitutional amendment companion, was also amended for technical and ballot-language changes and then reported favorably as amended for voter consideration. The committee then considered House Bill 457, which would authorize the Louisiana Department of Health and the State Fire Marshal to set minimum housing standards for homeless shelters, group homes, and halfway homes. The sponsor said the bill responded to a state auditor recommendation and to unsafe conditions in some facilities; he also explained an amendment changing the Fire Marshal’s duties from mandatory to permissive to reduce fiscal impact and allow agencies flexibility. Some members questioned whether local standards already existed and how enforcement and funding would work, while others supported the need for statewide minimum standards for human housing. The committee adopted the amendment and reported HB 457 favorably as amended. House Bill 488, by Representative Brough, sought to create a Belle Chasse Bridge Merit-Based Special Fund using recurring severance tax revenues from Plaquemines Parish to help buy out the Belle Chasse toll bridge and end what the sponsor described as excessive tolls and fees. He and several local witnesses, including business owners, a YMCA representative, and a parish council member, testified that the tolling arrangement had harmed access, businesses, and quality of life. The committee adopted a technical amendment clarifying the revenue source and then reported HB 488 favorably as amended. House Bill 566, which would prohibit state funds from supporting net-zero greenhouse gas initiatives tied to the 2022 Louisiana Climate Action Plan, drew significant debate over whether it would interfere with agency funding and economic development efforts; the sponsor argued the plan lacked legislative approval and should be repudiated, while members urged caution and suggested hearing from affected agencies. The sponsor agreed to consider deferring the bill, and the committee did not advance it at that time. House Bill 603, a constitutional amendment authorizing investment of state funds in digital assets and precious metals, was discussed as a way to hedge inflation and preserve value; members asked about limits and safeguards, and the bill was reported favorably. The committee then began hearing House Bill 763, a transparency measure creating a public database for settlement agreements involving state agencies.

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• On February 12th, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention confirmed that they were cancelling
• All of these actions further erode Minnesota's ability to prevent and respond to myriad public health
• and respond to myriad ability to prevent and respond to myriad public<00:35:24.640><c> health</c><00
• Preventative care and chronic disease management were two clear priorities of our external partners as
• be moving more into the outcome measures that we listed in our application.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• Next is an injury prevention voice, an injury prevention professional.
• is an injury prevention voice, an injury<00:05:18.800><c> prevention</c><00:05:19.199><c> professional
• </c> injuries, if not all, are preventable. injuries, if not all, are preventable.
• ,</c> that role so that it is more preventive, that role so that it is more preventive, right?
• </c> measure drugs. measure drugs.

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• county commissions more flexibility by allowing them to use this funding for wildlife conflict prevention
• county commissions more flexibility by allowing them to use this funding for wildlife conflict prevention
• AB 1660 is a straightforward measure to ensure that financial institutions are responsive to public guardians

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• the Dental Assisting National Board's infection control exam tests whether a person knows how to prevent
• The Dental Assisting National Board's infection control exam tests, whether a person knows how to prevent
• This is a small but meaningful affordability assistance measure, ensuring that money that belongs to

Summary: The Senate Business, Professions and Economic Development Committee met first without quorum and heard several bills in subcommittee before later reconvening and taking formal votes. The consent calendar included SB 1263, SB 1148, SB 1376, and SB 1391. The committee also heard SB 1002, SB 1311, and SB 1416, all of which were ultimately advanced to the Senate Appropriations Committee, with SB 1311 amended. After quorum was reached, the committee later ratified the earlier actions and adjourned. SB 1002 by Senator Niello would expand the David Hall Act to allow certain patients who were originally eligible for out-of-state telehealth care because of an immediately life-threatening diagnosis to continue receiving that care after entering remission. Supporters, including a cancer survivor, said the bill would preserve continuity of care for patients who still need specialist monitoring. The Medical Board of California and the California Medical Association opposed the bill, arguing that licensure is an important consumer protection and that the bill would weaken oversight and standards of care. Senator Caballero supported the measure, emphasizing access to care, especially for rural patients. SB 1311, presented by the chair, updates the Dental Practice Act so unlicensed dental assistants can satisfy infection control training requirements either through the Dental Assisting National Board exam or approved courses. The California Dental Association and California Association of Orthodontists supported the bill, saying it would help strengthen the dental workforce and improve patient access. The California Academy of General Dentistry raised concerns that the exam option lacked hands-on training and should be limited unless amended. The committee approved the bill as amended. SB 1416 by Senator Wahab would shorten from 30 days to 21 days the time a physician or dentist has to refund duplicate payments to consumers. Support was brief and largely focused on the bill’s consumer affordability benefits, and no opposition was voiced. The committee passed the bill to Appropriations.

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• Newell to enact Hodel 33, relative to Arlene’s Parish, to create the Regency Park Townhomes Crime Prevention
• Crime Prevention and Security District, and to provide relative to the district’s boundaries, purpose
• House Bill 112 by Representative Beaham, relocation of a child, specified miles measuring for the relocation

Keywords: 965, house, all

Summary: The House convened with a quorum present, opened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, and then moved through a series of personal privileges and ceremonial recognitions. Members offered remarks honoring Representative Wright’s uncle, a Korean War veteran, and presented House Resolution 4 honoring former Speaker Joe R. Sauter, with several members and family members speaking about his service, humility, faith, and character. The chamber also recognized the Louisiana Federal Directors Association, celebrated Representative Bagley’s mother’s 96th birthday, welcomed Miss Natchitoches City of Lights, and later welcomed the North Shore Focus group at the Capitol. The House received Senate messages on SCR 4, SCR 7, and SCR 8, all of which lay over, and enrolled H.R. 4 through 8. Members introduced several new measures, including resolutions on the death of Reverend Dr. William J. Shaw, support for a federal voter ID measure, Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Day, a study of the Taylor Opportunity Program for Students, and support for eliminating the U.S. Department of Education; these were assigned numbers and lay over. The chamber also adopted, without objection, several resolutions already on the floor, including H.R. 10 recognizing Funeral Director’s Day, H.R. 11 honoring the crew of Eve’s 40th anniversary, H.R. 12 for Nurse Practitioner Day, H.R. 13 on Dorothy Prevost, and H.C.R. 13 honoring Crime Stoppers of Greater New Orleans. Committee reports and bill referrals were then taken up. New bills included a crime prevention and security district in Arlene’s Parish and consent-judgment appropriation measures. The House also received numerous committee reports, mostly favorable or with amendments, on bills dealing with court jurisdiction, child relocation, highway and bridge memorial designations, software standards of care, harmful material to minors, and ferry terminal naming. Several of these were ordered engrossed or had amendments adopted. The session ended with announcements about upcoming committee meetings, a reminder about interim emergency board ballots, and a motion to adjourn until Monday at 3:00 p.m., which passed without objection.

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• Newell to enact Hodel 33, relative to Arlene's Parish, create the Regency Park Townhomes Crime Prevention
• Crime Prevention Security District provides relative to the boundaries, purpose, governance, and powers
• House Bill 112 by Representative Beaham, relocation of a child, specified miles measuring for the relocation

Summary: The House convened with a quorum present and opened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance. Members then used personal privilege remarks to honor a number of individuals and groups, including a moment of silence for Representative Wright’s uncle, Korean War veteran Melvin Truche, and a tribute to former Speaker Joe R. Sauter through House Resolution 4. Speakers described Sauter as a humble, faith-centered public servant and asked for a moment of silence and applause in his memory. The chamber also recognized the Louisiana Federal Directors Association, celebrated Representative Bagley’s mother’s 96th birthday, and welcomed Miss Natchitoches City of Lights and the North Shore Focus group. The House received Senate messages on SCR 4, SCR 7, and SCR 8, which would commemorate St. Patrick’s Day and designate Capitol recognition days for the Ponchatoula Strawberry Festival and the Meat and Oyster Festival; all were laid over. The House also received and laid over several new measures, including resolutions on the death of Reverend Dr. William J. Shaw, voter identification and election integrity, Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Day, a study of the Taylor Opportunity Program for Students, and support for eliminating the U.S. Department of Education. A new House bill was introduced to create the Regency Park Townhomes Crime Prevention Security District, and another to appropriate funds for consent judgments. Several resolutions were adopted without objection, including House Resolution 10 designating Funeral Director’s Day, House Resolution 11 commending the crew of Eve on its 40th anniversary, House Resolution 12 recognizing Nurse Practitioner Day, House Resolution 13 on Dorothy Prevost, and House Concurrent Resolution 13 commending Crime Stoppers of Greater New Orleans. Committee reports were also received on a number of bills, including transportation and civil law measures, many involving highway and bridge designations such as memorial highways for Speaker Joe Sauter, Eugene Washington, Trevor Avenue, and others. The House also noted upcoming committee meetings, an open interim emergency board ballot deadline, and adjourned without objection until Monday at 3:00 p.m.

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• Just on the intent, how is there a way to measure intent if somebody intends to come back or not to come
• somebody is otherwise qualified, even though they live outside of the United States, we wouldn't want to prevent
• It's in a way you're preventing voters from having choice by keeping someone off the ballot for a penalty

Bills: HB2938, HB2939, HB3306, HB3722, HB4113, HB4123

Keywords: elections, national elections, state elections, voter intent, election reform, absentee voting, electronic communication, facsimile device, voting materials, military voters, campaign finance, ethics, political contributions, candidate committee, Oklahoma legislation, voter registration, political party affiliation, Independent designation, Oklahoma, voter eligibility

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• Despite allegations that the device and ability to administer life-saving measures were available, a
• substantially contributed to his death, having a scenario where timely CPR and AED use may have prevented
• By mandating CPR and AED training, we can turn bystanders into responders and prevent a thousand needless

Summary: The Senate Education Committee heard SB 1009, which would expand Arizona’s high school CPR instruction requirements to include training on automated external defibrillators (AEDs). The sponsor, Sen. Kavanaugh, said the bill would simply add a short AED component to existing CPR programs, would not require schools to buy AEDs, and would improve student readiness to respond to sudden cardiac arrest. Supporters included the American Heart Association and several students, who argued that AED familiarity can save lives and that training should be part of school safety education. Opposition came from the Arizona Education Association, which argued the bill creates an unfunded mandate, could take away from core instructional time, and may require staff time and resources beyond what schools can absorb. The Arizona School Boards Association was neutral but raised concerns about funding, training personnel, and the impact on rural and smaller districts. Sen. Miranda also questioned whether the bill was truly zero-cost and requested a fiscal note, though she said she would vote yes pending more information. After discussion, the committee voted 5-2 to give SB 1009 a do-pass recommendation. Senators Dunn, Mesnard, Warner, and Anger voted yes, while Senators Diaz and Brown voted no; Sen. Miranda voted yes with reservations. The committee then adjourned.

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• This bill offers that, making it a much-needed measure in our current system. Thank you.
• SB 1522 offers greater consumer protection by clarifying what... continuing care and then preventing
• Finally, Leading Age Texas supports the consumer protection provisions within the bill, which prevent

Bills: SB500, SB1522, SB1137, SB1266

Keywords: SB 500, Texas adoption law, Family Code, DFPS, Department of Family and Protective Services, child-placing agency, prospective adoptive parents, adoption records, confidential information, nondisclosure agreement, child history report, health history, social history, educational history, genetic history, termination of parental rights, permanency plan, single source continuum contractor, privacy, redaction

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• Gosh, I'm trying to think because in order to measure the increase, we have to know where it's at, like
• There has been a bigger emphasis on trying to prevent it or to treat it with pharmaceuticals than on
• the recommendation that most people put forth; they wanted more research into early detection and prevention

Keywords: 1136, house, all

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• and whether we have a system in measured and whether we have a system in place<00:29:40.519><c> that
• Prevention is really key for us as well."
• So it is really key for us to look at prevention.
• So it is really key for us to look at prevention.
• </c> um Can can be an a an extreme measure um Can can be an a an extreme measure when<01:43:07.679><c

Keywords: 1183, house

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• First, this bill provides essential funding for prevention and cessation.
• Tobacco taxes are one of the strongest tools we have to prevent youth initiation.
• This generates much needed revenue and prevention. Students.
• This generates much needed revenue and prevents future health care costs.
• that prevents youth use.

Keywords: 904, all

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• Every overdose is preventable.
• Prevention remains a... critical tool in the process.
• Prevention also requires ensuring... ...the highest level of access to opioid antagonists like Narcan
• In conclusion, we must adapt a holistic strategy that includes prevention, treatment, and prevention.
• SAMHSA funding provides integral, not only prevention support, but treatment support.

Keywords: opioid crisis, overdose, naloxone, drug trafficking, law enforcement, treatment, prevention, older adults, Medicaid expansion

Summary: The meeting convened to address the dire opioid crisis affecting communities nationwide, with a particular focus on the alarming rise of opioid use disorder among older adults. Key testimonies highlighted the critical need for a comprehensive approach that encompasses prevention, treatment, and strict law enforcement actions against drug traffickers. Sheriff Dennis Lima from Seminole County outlined successful strategies implemented in Florida, including increased access to naloxone and legislative changes to hold drug dealers accountable for overdoses. Various members expressed a united front on tackling this multifaceted issue, advocating for the expansion of Medicaid and better access to treatment as essential steps to curbing the epidemic.

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• will get started immediately by taking up Tab 1, presentation and discussion on human trafficking prevention
• or methods do you have in place to try to prevent repeat victimization.
• you have in place to try to prevent repeat victimization.
• The department has reported the implementation of prevention activities.
• activities and preventative services to prevent maltreatment from occurring.

Summary: The Committee on Children, Families, and Elder Affairs received three presentations and took no bill votes. The Department of Children and Families gave an extensive update on human trafficking prevention and services, describing Florida’s statutory framework, hotline and investigation data, placement options such as safe houses and safe foster homes, new adult safe house certification rules, expanded screening tools for vulnerable adults, and prevention efforts including youth-led outreach and training. Members asked about whether current funding is sufficient, how DCF addresses grooming and re-victimization in residential settings, and how long youth typically remain in safe-house placements; DCF said funding is only one part of the support system, that families and youth receive prevention resources even when allegations are not substantiated, and that placement length varies by child. OPPAGA then presented its 2024 annual report on commercial sexual exploitation of children. The report found that verified CSE victims slightly declined in 2023, with Broward, Miami-Dade, Duval, Hillsborough, and Escambia among the highest-prevalence counties. Most verified victims were community youth rather than children already in care, though dependent youth had higher rates of prior maltreatment. OPPAGA also reported continued concerns about limited placement capacity, especially for less restrictive Tier 1 safe houses, and service gaps such as the need for survivor mentors. Its recommendations focused on expanding placement options, improving data collection, and strengthening collaboration to support survivor mentors. Finally, DCF presented the Step into Success pilot program for current and former foster youth ages 16 to 26. The program combines workforce education, professional development, and paid internships with mentor support; the first cohort launched in 2024 with 15 participants, all of whom secured placements, and the department reported strong satisfaction and early outcomes. Committee members asked about scalability, costs, and whether the model could be moved beyond DCF-run operations into community-based providers. DCF said the program was designed to be scalable, currently costs about $500,000 annually for the pilot, and could be expanded statewide with additional funding and partner support. The committee adjourned after the presentations.

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• And it, and very importantly, it doesn't help catch or prevent fraud and abuse.
• When we did the conversion, there was a bit of a problem in terms of measuring because we also shortly
• in terms of measuring because we also<00:57:50.880><c> shortly</c><00:57:51.240><c> thereafter</c><00
• All this is is concentrated even more because ASOs do not have incentives to prevent fraud, unlike MCOs
• All this is is concentrated even more because ASOs do not have incentives to prevent fraud, unlike MCOs

Keywords: 919, house, all

Summary: The committee first took up House File 3939, a bill to support a Helping Paws service-dog litter named in honor of Gilbert and the Hortman family. Testimony from Helping Paws and service-dog graduate Angie Foley described the organization’s work, the significance of the “Guided by Gilbert” litter, and how the funding would help train dogs that provide independence and support to people with disabilities, veterans, and others. Members from both parties spoke warmly about Speaker Hortman’s connection to the organization and Gilbert, and the bill was laid over for possible inclusion. The committee then considered House File 3769, the Department of Corrections’ technical omnibus bill, with an A1 amendment adopted to clarify tuberculosis testing language. The bill updates TB screening procedures in correctional facilities, including how refusals are handled, and adds Quantiferon Gold Plus testing as an option alongside existing methods. Members discussed whether the bill would create costs for counties and jails, with some noting added testing and segregation costs and others arguing the changes would improve accuracy and reduce time in restrictive housing. The bill, as amended, was recommended to the general register. House File 3978 was next, a technical cleanup bill for a provider wellness program created last year. The bill expands eligibility and confidentiality protections from physicians to all health care providers, while supporters said the program is meant to address burnout and mental health strain in the workforce and does not require new money. Some members questioned whether the change was redundant or would broaden the program without additional funding, but the Minnesota Medical Association testified that the program is separate from insurance and was intended to serve all providers. The bill was recommended to the general register. Finally, the committee began House File 3476, which Rep. Liebling described as a cleanup bill related to Minnesota’s Medicaid managed care system and public program oversight. She argued that the state spends billions through managed care organizations and that the system has never been proven better than direct payment, setting up a broader discussion of the bill’s purpose and the state’s oversight of public health care spending.