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• <00:10:13.360> have paying out soon um when we have paying out soon um when we have confirmation
• 14.959> when<00:10:15.120> we<00:10:15.279> have<00:10:15.440> enough confirmation
• when we have enough confirmation when we have enough confirmation<00:10:16.399> of<00:10:16.720
• > consumers<00:10:17.360> owed<00:10:17.600> to<00:10:17.839> make confirmation
• of consumers owed to make confirmation of consumers owed to make it<00:10:18.560> um<00:10:18.880

Keywords: 919, house, all

Summary: The committee heard an update on the Consumer Protection Restitution Account, also called SPRA, from the Minnesota Attorney General’s office and AARP Minnesota. AARP described the fund as a first-of-its-kind consumer fraud restitution program that should encourage scam reporting, give the AG’s office more incentive to pursue cases, and provide financial recovery to victims, especially older adults. The AG’s office explained that the fund is financed by 50% of consumer enforcement recoveries up to $5 million per year, plus unclaimed or undistributable restitution, and said about $4.6 million had been deposited since July 1, 2025, largely from a Johnson & Johnson settlement. Jessica Whitney outlined how claims are processed: consumers file complaints, the office obtains a court order, then determines whether defendants have collectible assets before distributing funds in chronological order based on the date of the court order. She said the first major case is Woodbury Dental Arts, a defunct dental clinic whose patients filed more than 300 claims; the office estimates about 75% are likely valid, is reviewing them, and hopes to issue checks within a month. She also described upcoming cases involving High Road Builders and another home remodeling contractor, along with more than 100 individual fraud complaints, including nine claims totaling more than $5.2 million. Committee members raised concerns about delays, communication with constituents, and whether victims know if their cases are being processed. Whitney said the office is trying to improve outreach through press releases, community visits, senior centers, AARP, and Commerce senior outreach. She also flagged two possible legislative issues: restitution that cannot be distributed may not be subject to the $5 million cap, and the statute’s prohibition on pro rata payments may need reconsideration because available funds appear insufficient to pay all claims in full. The office said it would provide a fuller report in October and continue processing claims this fiscal year.

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• And just confirming, can I have a motion and a second to discuss the amendment, please?
• And just confirming, can I have a motion and a second to discuss the amendment, please?
• Confirming, so this strikes out the appropriations and language and changes the effective date.
• Representative, could you confirm the 202 number on the amendment?
• I want to confirm that we have not yet seen the Senate Bill online.

Keywords: 996, all

Summary: During the legislative meeting, House Bill 287 was discussed, which proposes the establishment of a permanent Health and Human Services Committee to oversee the state's $14.4 billion expenditure in this area. An amendment to the bill was adopted, which clarified funding and operational details. Public comments were solicited, but no one spoke in opposition. The committee ultimately voted, with some members expressing concerns about budget implications, but the motion to pass the bill as amended was made and seconded, with several members opposing it. House Bill 371 was also addressed, which focuses on creating an Acequia Infrastructure Fund to support land grant and Acequia communities. The bill aims to provide a financial mechanism for these communities to access funds for infrastructure projects without relying on capital outlay requests. The committee discussed the bill's implications, potential funding sources, and the need for further amendments regarding representation and oversight. A motion to pass the bill was made, with some opposition noted, particularly regarding the lack of specificity in the bill's provisions. Lastly, Senate Bill 143 was presented, which seeks to raise the caps on inspection fees under the Egg Grading Act, among other agricultural regulations. Supportive testimony was provided by representatives from agricultural organizations, emphasizing the need for updated fee structures. The committee engaged in discussions about the bill's implications for consumers and the agricultural sector, ultimately moving towards a vote to pass the bill.

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• moved and seconded that we proceed. to send these to the floor with a recommendation that they be confirmed
• And in her confirmation hearing in response to a question from Senator Schatz, she said she supported
• During his confirmation hearing, Secretary Rubio...
• Or refusal to confirm ambassadors in the region. These are all kind of part of a fabric.
• There is another confirmation. There's a confirmation going on in another committee.

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• I consider it an honor to be confirmed, and I appreciate the fact that it's just the appointment.
• So we spent a long time together prior to me agreeing to run this nomination and confirmation.
• I would ask that you please consider confirming Clayton Bullard.
• If confirmed, I look forward to continuing this work with dedication and respect for the people we serve

Keywords: 914, all

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• Is there a motion to recommend confirmation? So moved. Is there any debate on the confirmation?
• Senator Yarborough moves to recommend confirmation of Laila Collins as a member of the State Board of
• By your vote, the confirmation of Laila Collins is recommended favorably.

Bills: S0564, S1062, S1340, S1646, S1718

Keywords: student volunteers, polling locations, election administration, community service, Florida statutes, speech education, debate, high school, Florida Debate Initiative, civics, competitive teams, student participation, educational advancement, dyslexia, dyscalculia, education, screening, intervention, student support, educational facilities

Summary: The Senate Committee on Education Pre-K through 12 met with a quorum present and heard several education-related bills. The committee first considered CS/SB 1062 on speech and debate, which would create a Speech and Debate Hall of Fame, designate Speech and Debate Week, authorize a teacher endorsement, require FLVS to establish an institute for speech and debate, direct development of related coursework and credentials, and require annual district reporting. Supporters, including a parent and representatives of the Florida Debate Initiative and school groups, emphasized the academic and civic benefits of debate and the need for funding for travel and training. The committee adopted a delete-all amendment and then reported the bill favorably. The committee also heard and reported favorably SB 1718 on educator preparation and certification, with testimony from an Orange County principal and others supporting a proposal to let educators bank professional learning hours, and SB 1646 on educational facilities, which revises how facility funding is calculated and prioritized, including safety and planning considerations. The committee then took up CS/SB 564 on student volunteers at polling locations. An amendment clarified that high school students who are registered or pre-registered to vote may volunteer at polling places and count the service toward graduation or postsecondary financial aid requirements. Testimony from a county supervisor of elections and civic groups supported the bill as a way to engage students in elections and expand volunteer opportunities, while clarifying it would not conflict with existing election funding rules. The committee adopted the amendment and reported the bill favorably. Finally, the committee heard SB 1340 on coordinated screening and progress monitoring, which requires school districts to screen students for characteristics of dyslexia and dyscalculia, place identified students on support plans, and use evidence-based interventions, with State Board of Education rulemaking to implement the process. The sponsor and a supporting parent group stressed early identification and intervention. The committee reported the bill favorably. The committee also recommended confirmation of Laila Collins to the State Board of Education, and then adjourned.

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• Just here to confirm we did help draft the amendment, and we are good with the amendment and we are good
• Just here to<00:07:17.120> confirm<00:07:17.440> we<00:07:17.680> did<00:07:17.840
• > help<00:07:18.240> draft<00:07:18.560> the to confirm we did help draft the to
• confirm we did help draft the amendment<00:07:19.039> and<00:07:19.280> we<00:07:19.440

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• We're joined by our, you know, he's still up for confirmation, so let's not get too excited, you know
• , so let's not still up for confirmation, so let's not get<00:40:06.480> too<00:40:06.640>
• <00:51:26.400> by<00:51:26.640> the to submit for confirmation by the to submit for
• confirmation by the Maryland<00:51:27.200> State<00:51:27.440> Senate.
• I am confident you will find them deserving of your support for appointment confirmation.

Keywords: Senate streaming session for Wednesday, January 14, 2026, 960, senate, all

Summary: The Maryland Senate convened for the opening day of the 449th legislative session, with an invocation delivered by Reverend Amen Flowers and the prayer journalized without objection. The clerk then called the roll, establishing a quorum with 46 senators present and the Senate ready to conduct business. The first order of business was the election of a temporary presiding officer, followed by the election of the permanent presiding officer. Senator Ben Brooks nominated Senator Malcolm Augustine to serve as President Pro Tem, and Senator Karen Lewis Young seconded the nomination, both praising his policy knowledge, collaborative style, and ability to work across differences. The Senate then voted and elected Augustine as President Pro Tem, after which he was escorted to the rostrum and sworn in. Augustine thanked colleagues, his family, and the chamber, and said he looked forward to working through a challenging session together on behalf of Marylanders. The Senate next nominated and elected Senator William C. Ferguson IV as President of the Senate. Senator Charles Sydnor nominated him, and Senator Cory McCray seconded, describing Ferguson as an honest broker, steady leader, and compassionate presiding officer. Ferguson was elected with 46 affirmative votes, took the oath of office, and delivered extended remarks about the importance of federalism, the role of states in filling gaps left by the federal government, and the need for Maryland to lead through state-level action during a difficult political climate. He also thanked colleagues, staff, and his family, and emphasized that the session would require collaboration and focus on Marylanders' needs.

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• requirements uniform throughout the state, a refund process, a statute of limitation, requirement to confirm
• requirements uniform throughout the state, a refund process, a statute of limitation, requirement to confirm
• requirements uniform throughout the state, a refund process, a statute of limitation, requirement to confirm
• requirements uniform throughout the state, a refund process, a statute of limitation, requirement to confirm
• requirements uniform throughout the state, a refund process, a statute of limitation, requirement to confirm

Keywords: Meeting Start: 00:00:13 Roll Call 00:00:24 Approval of Minutes from September Meeting 00:02:10 Presentation of Special Purpose Governmental Entities Report 00:03:19 Presentation of Kentucky League of Cities Legislative Platform for the Upcoming 2026 Session of the General Assembly 00:15:37 Discussion of Centralized Collection of Net Profits and Occupational License Taxes 00:37:05 Adjournment 00:55:53, 958, all

Summary: The committee received reports on special purpose governmental entities from the Department for Local Government and the Fire Commission. DLG staff described SPGEs as limited-jurisdiction political subdivisions and reviewed the department’s registry, reporting portal, compliance monitoring, and planned system upgrades such as a two-way message center, automated noncompliance notices, and tracking for new entities and board expirations. They reported that, as of October 10, 2025, 69% of SPGEs were active and discussed compliance data by cycle, fiscal year, and district type. The Fire Commission reported that fire department mergers have reduced the number of departments by 16 since last year, largely because of volunteer staffing shortages, while financial disclosure compliance had risen to 94%. The commission also noted 509 compliance reviews, 19 in-house inquiries, seven referrals to outside agencies, and one recent federal prison sentence in a theft case. Members asked whether DLG advises SPGEs on tax rates; staff said it only performs calculations and the entities set their own rates. Questions to the Fire Commission focused on whether department reductions meant station closures; officials explained that most changes were mergers that keep physical buildings in place while combining personnel and finances to meet minimum staffing requirements. They said the trend is spread across the state but is especially pronounced in rural areas. The Kentucky League of Cities then presented its 2026 legislative agenda. Its priorities included modernizing city revenue options, increasing equity in road funding, fixing tax increment financing issues, addressing transient room tax collection from web-based platforms, strengthening emergency response coordination, clarifying massage parlor regulation preemption, correcting unintended consequences of House Bill 606, improving newspaper publication rules, and modernizing procurement statutes. KLC also said it supports allowing all cities to collect restaurant tax revenue, wants cities to receive a larger share of road funds and EV-related revenues, and seeks state collection and remittance of any future local sales tax to comply with the Streamlined Sales and Use Tax Agreement. Members asked about best-value bidding, road-fund equity, Airbnb tax litigation, EV prevalence, and disaster funding applications; KLC said cities currently must accept the lowest bid, the road split should better reflect city street costs, the Airbnb tax case remains pending, EV data by locality has not been studied, and allowing cities to apply directly for disaster funds would reduce reliance on county officials. No votes or formal actions were taken beyond approving the September meeting minutes.

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• We immediately activated our incident command structure, confirmed our backups, and began containing
• We immediately activated our incident command structure, confirmed our backups, and began containing
• We immediately activated our incident command structure, confirmed our backups, and began containing
• <00:41:17.760> that<00:41:17.920> they're test restore to confirm that they're test
• that your backups are working confirm that your backups are working because<00:41:38.800> that's<

Keywords: 1183, house

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• You've registered, here's your card, confirming, documenting that.
• And when the secretary—I mean, the clerk—sends that card out to confirm that they truly do live at that
• Voters will not be registered without review and confirmation from the county clerk's office.
• So just to confirm, the fiscal note is gone. Erica Roth, correct? Yes. Thank you very much.
• Would you confirm the fiscal note again? Yes, excuse me. “Fiscal note again?” “Yes, excuse me.

Bills: AB49, AB169, AB188, AB284, AB296, AB306, AB356, AB366, AB467, AB499, AB515, AB540, AB542, AB595

Keywords: educational personnel, teacher licensing, reciprocal licensure, provisional teaching, school counselors, school nurses, school social workers, state education standards, health insurance, speech-language pathology, stuttering, rehabilitative services, habilitative services, coverage requirements, health plans, retired public employees, subsidy, Medicare, health reimbursement arrangement, Public Employees' Benefits Program

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• I just want to confirm teacher-led instruction would be the amendment. Is that correct? Thank you.
• I just want to confirm teacher-led instruction would be the amendment. Is that correct? Thank you.
• I just want to confirm teacher-led instruction would be the amendment. Is that correct?
• > would<00:48:56.400> be confirm teacher-led instruction would be confirm teacher-led instruction
• 05.600> getting<01:38:05.840> the confirm we will be getting the confirm we will be getting

Keywords: 928, house, all

Summary: The committee took up Senate Bill 206, which requires public schools to adopt policies limiting student cell phone use. Supporters argued that cell phones and personal devices contribute to student mental health problems, bullying, distraction, and disruptive behavior, and said teachers and administrators want a clear statewide rule rather than having to enforce policies themselves. Opponents raised concerns about local control, the breadth of the term “personal communication device,” and whether the bill would interfere with instructional uses of devices, especially in schools that rely on bring-your-own-device or have limited access to school-issued laptops. Members debated Amendment 2249H, which added an exception for teacher-led instruction and clarified that superintendent-approved exceptions could still apply for medical, disability, or language-proficiency needs. After discussion about whether the amendment was too restrictive or too broad, the committee adopted the amendment on a 9-8 vote, with one member not voting. The committee then voted 9-8, with one not voting, to recommend Senate Bill 206 ought to pass as amended. The committee then moved to Senate Bill 96, concerning mandatory disclosure by school district employees to parents. The sponsor offered Amendment 2199H to replace language that would have required referral to DCYF whenever an educator withheld information due to concern about possible abuse at home. The amendment instead allows a district to withhold information if a reasonably prudent person would believe disclosure would result in abuse, abandonment, or neglect, and requires the decision to be documented in the student record. The amendment was discussed as a narrower, more workable safeguard, and the committee was still in discussion on the bill at the end of the transcript.

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• He said he did not know what the MPCA would do if a violation were reported and asked for confirmation
• He said he did not know what the MPCA would do if a violation were reported and asked for confirmation
• He said he does not know what the MPCA would do if a violation were reported and asked for confirmation
• He asked for confirmation from nonpartisan staff for the committee's benefit. Mr.
• <00:41:42.359> for<00:41:42.520> the to just get confirmation for the to just get confirmation

Keywords: 919, house, all

Summary: The committee took up House File 737, which would amend Minnesota’s lead- and cadmium-related product restrictions and was re-referred to the Committee on Environment, Finance and Policy. Representative Bjorn Olson said the bill was prompted by a constituent who could no longer make cadmium-based art supplies in Minnesota, and he argued the law unintentionally swept in professional art materials that are used safely and are important to Western art culture. The committee first adopted the author’s A2 amendment, which broadened the bill to include additional exemptions beyond paint and pastels, including certain pens, mechanical pencils, and vehicle keys/key fobs. Testimony in support came from Darren Reenie of Wet Paint Artist Materials and Framing, who said artist paint and related supplies account for a significant share of sales and that the ban threatens independent art supply businesses and artists’ access to essential pigments. Josh Fiser of the Alliance for Automotive Innovation supported the key and key fob exemption, saying the current law is overly broad, exposure risk is minimal, and Minnesota should align with California and European Union standards. Bill Morgan of the Arts and Creative Materials Institute and Writing Instrument Manufacturers Association also supported the amendment, arguing there was little scientific basis for including pens, mechanical pencils, and professional artist materials, and citing prior reviews in the Consumer Product Safety Commission and the European Union. The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency, through Assistant Commissioner Kirk Kadelka, opposed broad exemptions and emphasized that no amount of lead is safe for children. He said the law was based on evidence from consumer products associated with elevated blood lead levels and argued that safer alternatives exist for many of the items in the amendment, including pens, mechanical pencils, and some key components. He also raised concerns about exposure during production and disposal. Committee members questioned the scope of the exemptions and whether the industry had workable alternatives. The A2 amendment was adopted, and the bill was then advanced for further consideration and re-referred as noted by the chair.

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• We have only one item on the agenda, and that's the confirmation hearing for MMB Commissioner Erin Campbell
• But to your confirmation, I wanted to say I appreciate the good work you've been doing in managing our
• But to your confirmation, I wanted to say I appreciate the good work you've been doing in managing our
• But to your confirmation, I wanted to say I appreciate the good work you've been doing in managing our
• But to your confirmation, I wanted to say I appreciate the good work you've been doing in managing our

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• Resident 1 was able to confirm that a staff member hit them in the back of the head, top of the head,
• Resident 2 confirmed the same staff member choked them. This was all witnessed by Resident 3.
• Licensing staff was able to confirm that Resident 5 sustained physical injuries.
• Resident 1 was able to confirm that a staff member hit them in the back of the head, top of the head,
• Resident 2 confirmed the same staff member choked them. This was all witnessed by resident 3.

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• Resident 1 was able to confirm that a staff member hit them in the back of the head, top of the head,
• Resident 2 confirmed the same staff member choked them. This was all witnessed by Resident 3.
• Licensing staff was able to confirm that Resident 5 sustained physical injuries.
• Resident 1 was able to confirm that a staff member hit them in the back of the head, top of the head,
• Resident 2 confirmed the same staff member choked them. This was all witnessed by resident 3.

Summary: The hearing covered several child welfare, human services, tribal housing, child care, and long-term care bills. SB 1099 would clarify local governments’ authority to provide state or local public benefits to all residents under PRWORA; SB 1190 would regulate private youth transport services by requiring permits, background checks, training, and bans on blindfolds, hoods, restraints, and overnight pickups; SB 1322 would streamline tribal access to Community Care Expansion housing grants and better align the process with tribal sovereignty; SB 1109 would require an annual license renewal review for STRTPs with five or more Type A citations in a year; SB 1234 would require fentanyl testing in juvenile dependency cases when a court finds a risk of fentanyl use; SB 991 would require DSS to identify the specific type of abuse on its public licensing database; SB 1200 would redefine “infant” for family child care ratio purposes as under 18 months; and SB 1345 would strengthen foster youth rights regarding access to and dignified transport of personal belongings. The committee also approved a consent calendar including SB 534, SB 1410, and SB 1421. Testimony was largely in support of the measures, often from authors, advocates, county officials, and people with lived experience. Supporters of SB 1190 described traumatic youth transport practices and argued for basic safety standards. SB 1322 supporters said tribal grantees face unnecessary delays and collateral demands that conflict with sovereignty. SB 1109 drew support from county probation officers who cited repeated serious violations and public safety concerns at STRTPs, while the chair ultimately opposed the bill as duplicative of existing CDSS authority. SB 1234 drew emotional support from a grandparent who lost a child to fentanyl, but also opposition from the Drug Policy Alliance and a dependency attorney, who argued the bill was redundant, vague, and could create biased or unnecessary testing; amendments were accepted to narrow the standard. SB 991 supporters said the public needs more specific information about abuse findings, SB 1200 supporters said the change would expand infant care capacity and help working families, and SB 1345 supporters said foster youth deserve dignity rather than having belongings packed in trash bags. Votes were taken after quorum was established. SB 991, SB 1200, SB 1345, SB 1190, SB 1234, SB 1322, and SB 1099 were all reported out of committee, most on unanimous or near-unanimous votes; SB 1234 passed 6-0 as amended to Appropriations, and SB 1099 later had a vote change recorded, ending 5-1. SB 1109 did not advance after the motion failed for lack of a second, and it was held in committee. The committee then adjourned and transitioned into an oversight hearing reviewing the outcomes of AB 2247 (placement stability and notice protections for foster youth) and AB 2496, with presenters discussing how the earlier foster youth placement law has changed practice and the importance of dignity, notice, and youth voice in placement decisions.

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• National data and I think our data will confirm that more people will lose insurance coverage.
• So, we really if we're trying to often it confirms it, and it requires often it confirms it, and it requires
• confirm that. confirm that.
• Gildemeister can probably confirm that.
• Gildemeister can probably confirm that.

Bills: HF4343

Keywords: sales tax, use tax, advertising tax, taxable services, digital advertising, online marketing, marketing services, search engine marketing, lead generation, internet advertising, ad agency, media buying, campaign planning, Minnesota tax law, service tax, broadening tax base, web advertising, promotional services, 1183, house

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• We now have three confirmed cases, three confirmed detections. That changes everything.
• We now have three confirmed cases case.
• We now have three confirmed cases three<00:37:06.120> confirmed<00:37:06.560> detections.
• <00:37:07.560> That<00:37:07.680> changes three confirmed detections.
• That changes three confirmed detections.

Keywords: 912, senate, all

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• He said they would confirm before everybody leaves at the end of the session.
• He said they would confirm before everybody leaves at the end of the session.
• He said they would confirm before everybody leaves at the end of the session.
• that their religious leaders confirmed that their religious leaders confirmed that<00:59:31.599>
• true, uh, then HR34 would just confirm true, uh, then HR34 would just confirm their<00:59:41.040

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• I think that I can confirm with 100% accuracy that we have all done these things or similar things.
• think<00:06:04.080> that<00:06:04.240> I<00:06:04.479> can<00:06:04.560> confirm
• <00:06:04.960> with<00:06:05.199> 100% I think that I can confirm with 100% I think
• that I can confirm with 100% accuracy<00:06:06.319> that<00:06:06.720> we<00:06:06.880

Keywords: 927, senate, all

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• HB 2144 adds the date of a positive pregnancy test that is confirmed by a licensed healthcare professional
• HB2144 adds the date of a positive pregnancy test that is confirmed by a licensed healthcare professional
• Rhonda, just to confirm the support and opposition was registered before the committee amendment was
• Ronda, just to confirm the support and Thank you, Representative Volk. Thank you, Madam Chair.
• Rhonda, just to confirm the support and opposition was registered before the committee amendment was

Keywords: 1182, all

Summary: The caucus began with introductions from pages and interns, followed by a procedural reminder on consent calendars and how bills can be pulled for floor debate or amendment. Members were told that third-read consent bills bypass caucus debate, while caucus consent bills may have committee amendments adopted together unless pulled. The meeting then moved into Minority Caucus Calendar No. 2. A large number of bills were briefly presented, with several members pulling measures from consent or voicing opposition. Topics included appropriations and federal monies accounting (HB 2148), a Buffalo Soldiers memorial (HB 2062), school library funding restrictions (HB 2008), prayer at school governing body meetings (HB 2110), school safety center administration (HB 2142), parental rights and social transitioning disclosures (HB 2249), insurer assessments (HB 2091), agricultural property classification and inspection rules (HB 2104 and HB 2105), firefighter workers’ compensation definitions (HB 2138), truth-in-taxation bond notices (HB 2289), late tax filing penalties (HB 2016), engineering and professional licensing reciprocity (HB 2122), felony murder involving an unborn child (HB 2043), body concealment and mutilation penalties (HB 2044), domestic violence order-of-protection service rules (HB 2048), mandatory reporting of partial-birth abortions (HB 2074), unlawful flight sentencing enhancements (HB 2108), weapons trafficking and fentanyl sentencing changes (HB 2131 and HB 2132), drive-by shooting forfeiture rules (HB 2045), probation review notice changes (HB 2046), venue changes for cases involving court employees (HB 2126), and child support for pre-born children (HB 2144). Members repeatedly criticized several abortion-related bills, the library bill, and the tax and agriculture measures as harmful, unnecessary, or unfunded mandates. The latter part of the meeting focused on water and election legislation. Water bills included snowpack augmentation funding (HB 2024), water conservation grant disclosures (HB 2029), removal of education/research as an eligible water grant use (HB 2030), stormwater recharge mapping with an appropriation (HB 253), cesspool remediation assistance (HB 2096), groundwater pumping limits in INAs (HB 2097), Colorado River litigation funding (HB 2116), and natural resource conservation board changes (HB 2117). Election-related items included moving the primary date earlier and changing signature cure timelines and observer rules (HB 2022), a memorial urging designation of the Muslim Brotherhood as a terrorist organization (HCM 2001), a memorial urging review of CAIR for terrorist designation (HCM 2002), and a constitutional amendment on citizenship, voter ID, foreign contributions, and early voting limits (HCR 2001). Members raised concerns about voter access, anti-Muslim rhetoric, and the practical effects of the election changes. The caucus concluded with birthday acknowledgments and an announcement for Muslim Day at the Capitol before adjournment.