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• </c> state statute and grants the authority. state statute and grants the authority.
• employment law in our state.
• employment law in our state.
• In the state of Hawaii and other states, not all states, arrest information is confidential.
• Hawaii and other states, In the state of Hawaii and other states, not<01:26:48.400><c> all</c><01:26

Bills: SB2275, SB2390, SB2540, SB3142, SB2414, SB2340, SB2848

Keywords: Medicaid, disability, buy-in program, workers with disabilities, income eligibility, premium structure, biomarker testing, health insurance, medical coverage, state law, health maintenance organization, juvenile justice, youth penalties, minors, court fees, court costs, fines, surcharges, restitution, fee waiver

Summary: The House Committee on Health heard testimony on a series of bills related to public health, pharmacy regulation, disability access, and health care infrastructure. HB 1535, creating an income tax credit for automated external defibrillator installations, drew support from the Department of Health, tax department comments, and public testimony emphasizing AED access in community and transit settings. HB 1765, requiring safety warnings for spear fishing gear, received comments from DLNR and strong support from a free-diving safety advocate who described blackout risks and argued for point-of-sale warnings. HB 1549, which would repeal the law prohibiting drug paraphernalia, drew mixed testimony: the Department of Health, the Public Defender, and harm-reduction advocates supported repeal as a public health measure, while HPD and a county prosecutor opposed it, warning it could encourage drug use and create public safety issues. The committee also heard HB 1550, which would exclude drug testing products from the definition of drug paraphernalia. The Department of Health and harm-reduction advocates supported the bill, saying drug checking tools save lives and help prevent overdoses, while one written opponent was noted. HB 1995, allowing people who are blind or deaf to receive disabled parking permits, drew opposition from the State Council on Developmental Disabilities, the Disability and Communication Access Board, and other opponents, while a few written supporters were also noted. HB 1671, allowing licensed dental hygienists to place interim therapeutic restorations in public health settings, received support from the Department of Health and several oral health organizations, with the Board of Dentistry offering comments. HB 1643, establishing a framework for pharmacy audits and record retrieval, prompted the most extended discussion. The Board of Pharmacy and independent pharmacy representatives supported the bill as a needed framework to limit burdensome audits and protect patient care, while HMSA raised concerns about possible conflicts with upcoming federal PBM reforms and potential unintended consequences. Committee members questioned both sides about timing and workload, and supporters argued the bill was needed now to protect rural and independent pharmacies. Finally, HB 1978, appropriating funds for a new outpatient care center in North Kona, received strong support from Hawaii Health Systems Corporation, Queen’s Health Systems, the Kona-Kohala Chamber, and others, who described it as a long-term investment in West Hawaii’s health care capacity and economy. No votes or final actions were taken in the portion of the hearing provided.

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• The bill came in the state of Alabama.
• Um, as uh, that is our our state.
• Uh there's also a map state and engage.
• </c> that are tied to our state standards. that are tied to our state standards.
• </c><00:35:48.640><c> and</c> parts of our industry in the state and parts of our industry in the state

Bills: HB187, HB98, HB360, HB394, HB398, HB388, HB187, HB98, HB360, HB394, HB398, HB388

Keywords: school safety, emergency response, training, public safety, Alyssa's Law, law enforcement, scholarship, tuition assistance, dependent education, Alabama, blackout license plate, HB360, Second Amendment Sales Tax Holiday, sales tax holiday, firearms, guns, ammunition, bullets, primers, gun accessories

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• </c> &gt;&gt; Thank you. and University of Hawaii. &gt;&gt; Thank you. and University of Hawaii.
• </c><00:43:02.640><c> in</c> solar and that would help the state in solar and that would help the state
• </c><00:47:03.680><c> and</c> conservation act prohibits state and conservation act prohibits state and
• :48:58.800><c> in</c> &gt;&gt; Hawaii state energy office in &gt;&gt; Hawaii state energy office in comments
• </c> standards are already upheld in state standards are already upheld in state law,<01:20:27.920><c

Bills: HB2245, HB1618, HB1985, HB2079, HB1921, HB2232, HB1567, HB1984, HB2608, HB2435, HB1623, HB1774

Keywords: wastewater systems, denitrification, environment, pollution, coral reefs, nearshore waters, public health, shoreline regulations, cesspool conversion, cesspool replacement, wastewater, sewer connection, sewerage systems, septic system, pollution control, water pollution control revolving fund, Hawaii Green Infrastructure Authority, HGIA, low-interest loans, forgivable loans

Summary: The committee heard testimony on several bills related to cesspools, wastewater, and clean water protections. On HB 2245, which would require additional denitrification capacity in wastewater systems near shorelines, the Department of Health offered comments, DLNR supported the bill, and multiple environmental and ocean groups testified in strong support, emphasizing nitrogen pollution from cesspools, reef damage, and the need to prioritize shoreline systems. Testifiers said the bill should move forward, with technical issues such as GIS mapping to be worked out later. No member questions or votes were taken on this measure. On HB 1985, concerning the Hawaii Green Infrastructure Authority and accessible conversion loans for cesspool homeowners, HGI supported the bill and suggested making the program a revolving loan fund; DLNR and the Public Utilities Commission also supported it, while the Department of Health supported the concept. Committee discussion focused on program design, possible forgivable loans for low-income homeowners, and whether the program should be administered through existing infrastructure rather than a new procurement process. The committee then moved to HB 1985’s companion discussion on cesspool conversion outreach and deadline extensions, where DLNR and DOH supported outreach but DLNR and ocean advocates expressed reservations about extending deadlines, especially for financial hardship, saying that issue would need careful work. The committee also heard testimony on HB 2079, which would reestablish the accessible upgrades inversion or connection income tax credit. The Department of Taxation raised administrative and fraud concerns about refundable credits, explaining that nonrefundable credits reduce tax debt while refundable credits can function like cash payments and require more oversight. DOH, DLNR, OPSD, counties, Hawaii Realtors, and environmental groups supported the bill, with one ocean coalition witness saying tax credits could help homeowners but grants would be preferable. Members asked about the difference between refundable credits and grants and about whether the credit would cover sewer connections versus individual wastewater systems. The committee then heard brief testimony on HB 1921, allowing certain priority-three cesspools to add a bedroom, with support from Hawaii Realtors and some other groups and no opposition discussion. HB 2232, preserving state water-quality protections at least as strong as the federal Clean Water Act, drew support from DOH and ocean advocates, with no questions. The committee also began hearing energy-related bills, including HB 1567 on energy equity and HB 1984 on self-certification for distributed energy resources, with a mix of support and some opposition or requested amendments, but no votes were taken in the portion provided.

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• getting rid of the STAAR test. ...continue to strengthen the A through F accountability system in the state

Bills: HB8, HB26, HB192

Keywords: HB 8, Texas public school accountability, school accountability, public school transparency, STAAR, state assessments, instructionally supportive assessment program, Student Success Tool, Texas Education Agency, TEA, accountability ratings, A-F ratings, through-year assessment, benchmark testing, norm-referenced assessment, college career military readiness, CCMR, local accountability plan, school district performance, campus turnaround

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• The Committee on State Affairs will come to order. Will the clerk call the roll?
• House Joint Resolution 98, that's the Convention of States resolution.
• H.J.R. 98 is the companion to SJR 54 on Convention of States. Oh, yeah. I'm good. Zaffirini? No.

Bills: SB 18, SB 34, SB82, SB1807, SB2254, HB119, HB130, HB581, HJR98, SB1988

Keywords: Texas Water Code, TCEQ, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, water permit, water appropriation, dam permit exemption, reservoir, flood control, floodwater control, erosion control, sediment control, watershed protection, flood prevention, Natural Resources Conservation Service, NRCS, USDA, local sponsor, district, authority, water infrastructure

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• The Committee on State Affairs will come to order. Will the clerk call the roll? Bettencourt? Bird?
• Thirty-five other states currently allow charitable raffles to be sold online.
• They stated the app was not meant to be used to sell tickets.
• Corruption is foundational to government, especially the Texas state government.
• officials have operated with these lottery couriers and out-of-state interests.

Bills: SB82, SB1807, SB2254, HB119, HB130, HB581, HJR98, SB1988, SB 18, SB 34

Keywords: business liability, concealed carry, handgun policy, premises liability, criminal acts, civil liability, business premises, concealed handgun, property liability, property rights, gun regulations, criminal liability, protective order, confidentiality, personal information, court records, victim protection, charitable raffle, nonprofit, wildlife conservation

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• of the state to address the needs of the energy-impacted areas in Texas.
• The Permanent University Fund, you know, the first time I walked onto the University of Texas campus,
• of Texas and in the United States.
• This sustainable growth will impact Texans across the state of Texas.
• In this state, everybody benefits from it.

Bills: HB188, HB265, HJR35, HJR47, SB1901, HB188, HB265, HJR35

Keywords: Texas STRONG defense fund, severance tax revenue, oil and gas revenue, constitutional transfers, rainy day fund, economic stabilization fund, state highway fund, oil and gas production, qualifying county, county grants, water infrastructure, first responders, public safety, DPS staffing, commercial motor vehicle safety, gang violence prevention, human trafficking prevention, economic development, TxDOT grants, school districts

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• sometimes needs to be physically present can still be eligible for remote work if the leadership of the university

Bills: SB1224, SB2972, SB2615, SB735, SB800, SB2986, SB2310, SB2055, SB1049, SB784

Keywords: educator misconduct, reporting requirements, local law enforcement, public and private schools, penalties for non-compliance, expressive activities, freedom of speech, public forum, higher education, protests, student rights, telework, public education, employee rights, emergency provisions, Holocaust education, Holocaust Remembrance Week, antisemitism, genocide education, public schools

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• Does your bill state that this?
• Under the jurisdiction of the state.
• The previous two were for the state. Senate.
• And, you know, I think Texas is a large state.
• Licensed attorney in the state of Texas.

Bills: HB367, HB497, HB549, HB983, HB 1188, HB 1290, HB1368, HB2243, HB2310, HB2849, HB3099, HB3546, HB3629, HB3627

Keywords: education, absences, severe illness, life-threatening, school policy, verification, healthcare, insurance, affordability, coverage, patient rights, school health, respiratory distress, airway clearance devices, medication training, public health, HB 983, Texas Education Agency, TEA, educator privacy

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• Just like other state agencies, my bill would allow SBOE employees to receive state employment and retirement
• HB 3627 in my official capacity as Chairman of the State Board of Education.
• Like you, my priorities are the nearly 6 million public school students across the state.
• The two main areas of focus that this is looking at is state law.
• Probably gotta do it for federal, then we do it for state.

Bills: HB367, HB497, HB549, HB983, HB 1188, HB 1290, HB1368, HB2243, HB2310, HB2849, HB3099, HB3546, HB3629, HB3627

Keywords: education, absences, severe illness, life-threatening, school policy, verification, healthcare, insurance, affordability, coverage, patient rights, school health, respiratory distress, airway clearance devices, medication training, public health, HB 983, Texas Education Agency, TEA, educator privacy

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• University, thank you.
• We believe that as a creation of the state, with a responsibility to the state, we ask that the state
• To the state, we ask that the state continue to support the council financially.
• , for students across the state of Minnesota.
• University.

Bills: HF1966, HF54, HF2043, HF1171, HF2741

Keywords: HF1966, Minnesota Association of Alternative Programs, STARS program, alternative education, alternative programs, education finance, general fund appropriation, student support services, career readiness, employment skills, academic skills, social skills, student conferences, training grants, Minnesota Department of Education, specialized education, at-risk students, nontraditional education, HF54, Silver Lake

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• And the last thing is, is there any comparisons to other states?
• So I'm almost positive there is a way we're going to compare statewide, or state to state.
• for University Hospital.
• in this state is early education and prevention.
• cancer. 2,000 lung cancer deaths in the United States.

Bills: HB514, HB1652, HB2117, HB2298, HB3269, HB46, HB46

Keywords: maternal health, maternal care, pregnancy, labor and delivery, postpartum, doula, birth worker, midwife, obstetric care, women's health, rural health, health workforce, workforce development, trauma-informed care, public outreach campaign, health equity, minority health, underserved communities, Texas Department of State Health Services, HHSC

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• </c> ahead the first testifier please state ahead the first testifier please state your<00:03:09.680>
• to the state we ask that responsibility to the state we ask that the<00:20:06.240><c> state</c><00:20
• </c> remot never mind um go ahead and state remot never mind um go ahead and state your<00:20:21.880>
• </c> youth voice and Youth across our state youth voice and Youth across our state are<00:29:58.840><
• </c><00:37:08.760><c> of</c> stated for students across the state of stated for students across the state

Bills: HF1966, HF54, HF2043, HF1171, HF2741

Keywords: HF1966, Minnesota Association of Alternative Programs, STARS program, alternative education, alternative programs, education finance, general fund appropriation, student support services, career readiness, employment skills, academic skills, social skills, student conferences, training grants, Minnesota Department of Education, specialized education, at-risk students, nontraditional education, HF54, Silver Lake

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• We make this state run. My name is Grace Balich.
• </c><00:47:00.160><c> explicit</c> Management and budget stated explicit Management and budget stated
• </c><00:52:30.520><c> of</c> fault of the state of fault of the state of Minnesota<00:52:32.280><c> but
• </c> doesn't achieve the goal that was stated doesn't achieve the goal that was stated by<01:09:05.080
• They're both controversial, but we'll figure it out as a state.

Bills: HF3023, HF3078, HF107, HF2171, HF3079, HF689, HF1316

Keywords: unemployment benefits, iron ore mining, economic support, workforce development, Minnesota, unemployment insurance, deferred resignation, employment, worker rights, benefits eligibility, Ellsworth Independent School District, ISD 514, school construction, school renovation, sales tax exemption, use tax refund, construction materials, HVAC replacement, boiler replacement, window replacement

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• Elnas and I serve as the state advocacy Elnas and I serve as the state advocacy director<00:05:48.240
• This money currently goes into the state general fund under state law.
• It also generally paid to the state.
• </c><00:08:40.479><c> This</c> state general fund under state law.
• This state general fund under state law.

Bills: HF1392, HF2233, HF695, HF2228, HF1289

Keywords: consumer protection, restitution, attorney general, consumer enforcement, unclaimed funds, victim compensation, settlement funds, special revenue fund, general fund, restitution account, consumer fraud, state treasury, eligible consumers, distribution of funds, tax subtraction, income tax, refund, unpaid compensation, Minnesota Department of Revenue, consumer redress

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• </c> they need as we transition the state they need as we transition the state from<00:02:27.000><c>
• </c> the first attempt it is not in a state the first attempt it is not in a state to<00:14:59.240><c
• state state thank<00:25:59.279><c> you</c><00:25:59.360><c> for</c><00:25:59.480><c> your</c><00:25:
• </c> cannabis products at present the state cannabis products at present the state has<00:41:53.160><
• </c> law and the laws of certain other states law and the laws of certain other states in<01:03:03.559

Bills: HF1672, HF1877, HF1735, HF1734, HF1271, HF1634, HF1615

Keywords: medical cannabis, medical marijuana, cannabis, cannabinoids, hemp, marijuana registry, patient registry, visiting patient, Tribal cannabis, Tribal medical cannabis program, Tribal sovereignty, Office of Cannabis Management, designated caregiver, home cultivation, adult-use cannabis, cannabis flower, cannabis products, dispensary, cannabis retail endorsement, patient protections

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• The state is poised to do another $2.5 billion this session.
• investments to the tune of billions of dollars in water infrastructure, and many districts across the state
• all communities may see the same level of benefit from recording meetings and require the process universally
• the bill author. um, you know, like several members up on the dais, I represent a rural area of the state

Bills: HB 279, HB 310, HB 365, HB 391, HB 420, HB 422, HB 638

Keywords: HB 279, uranium mining, uranium permit, production area authorization, production zone, Texas Water Code, TCEQ, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, contested case hearing, administrative hearing, groundwater restoration, groundwater baseline, water quality, mining permit, restoration values, natural resources, environmental regulation, in-situ uranium mining, permit amendment, public hearing

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• The common county is one of the fastest-growing counties in the United States.
• Is a statewide group that represents over 750 water districts throughout state of Texas.
• , state laws.
• We appreciate your service to the state. Next, the chair calls Diana Miller.
• Does the state legislature want to mandate something and be responsible for it?

Bills: HB279, HB310, HB365, HB391, HB420, HB422, HB638, HB279, HB310

Keywords: HB 279, uranium mining, uranium permit, production area authorization, production zone, Texas Water Code, TCEQ, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, contested case hearing, administrative hearing, groundwater restoration, groundwater baseline, water quality, mining permit, restoration values, natural resources, environmental regulation, in-situ uranium mining, permit amendment, public hearing

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• The state is poised to do another 2.5 billion dollars. billion dollars this session.
• investments to the tune of billions. of dollars in water infrastructure, and many districts across the state
• Benefit from recording meetings and require the process universally may create an unnecessary strain
• Like several members up on the dais, I represent a rural area of the state and I'm obviously very sympathetic

Bills: HB279, HB310, HB365, HB391, HB420, HB422, HB638, HB279, HB310

Keywords: HB 279, uranium mining, uranium permit, production area authorization, production zone, Texas Water Code, TCEQ, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, contested case hearing, administrative hearing, groundwater restoration, groundwater baseline, water quality, mining permit, restoration values, natural resources, environmental regulation, in-situ uranium mining, permit amendment, public hearing

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• the state deserve more than the promise of an education.
• And I'm stating that also as an adjunct professor at San Diego State University.
• On the Constitution of the United States, California Constitution, specifically... ...of the United States
• best state and provide the best opportunity.
• The California State University system, or the CSU system, as well as the California Community College

Keywords: 987, senate, all