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HI

Hawaii 2025 Regular Session

EEP Public Hearing - Tue Feb 4, 2025 @ 9:00 AM HST

Energy & Environmental Protection

Transcript Highlights:
  • Representative Quinlan, hi, noting the absence of Representative Ward.
  • </c><02:05:54.199><c> uh</c> the absence of Representative Ward uh the absence of Representative Ward
  • Chair and Vice Chair voting aye, noting the absence of Representative Ward.
  • Chair and Vice Chair voting aye, noting the absence of Representative Ward.
  • Chair and Vice Chair voting aye, Representative Ward is absent.
Keywords: 910, house, all
Summary: The committee heard testimony on House Bill 1077, a governor’s administration bill to increase transient accommodations tax revenue and split it between two new special funds: a climate mitigation and resiliency special fund and an economic development and revitalization special fund for tourism/resort areas. Supporters, including the Governor’s Office, recovery and resilience staff, climate and conservation groups, and several state agencies, said the bill would create a dedicated, more reliable funding stream for wildfire mitigation, coastal resilience, land clearing, infrastructure, and community-led projects. Some supporters also urged changes to the bill, including moving the fund to DLNR, adding DHHL and OHA representation, clarifying community grants, and ensuring the fund can support both state-led and community-led resilience work. The Attorney General’s office flagged a drafting issue, noting that the bill references fees deposited into the new fund even though the new chapter does not authorize fee collection, and recommended deleting that language or adding fee authority. The Climate Advisory Team representative also suggested adding DHHL to the decision-making body and requiring at-large members to have climate, resilience, conservation, or infrastructure expertise. The Tax Foundation of Hawaii and the Kohala Coast Resort Association opposed the measure, arguing that the special fund structure does not meet statutory criteria, that the bill functions as a tax increase, and that the transient accommodations tax is not being collected equitably across all lodging types before any increase is imposed. Other opponents, including tourism and lodging interests, warned that hotels and timeshares already bear most of the tax burden and that raising the TAT could hurt an already struggling visitor industry and drive tourists away. Supporters countered that current funding is far short of what is needed and that a dedicated revenue stream is necessary to address climate impacts now. Committee members questioned why the Legislature should cede spending decisions to a separate executive-branch process, and the administration responded that the bill is intended to create a transparent, recurring mechanism for funding priorities that can be adjusted over time. No vote or final action was taken in the portion of the hearing provided.
NH

New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session

Senate Education (04/01/2025)

Education

Transcript Highlights:
  • Thank you, Chair Ward. And Senator Bent. Thank you, Chair Ward.
  • I'm sorry, Senator Ward.
  • I'm sorry, Senator Ward.
  • I'm sorry, Senator<02:06:14.239><c> Ward.
  • Um Kathy, yes, thank you Senator Ward.
Keywords: 1191, senate, all
NH

New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session

Senate Transportation (10/23/2025)

Transportation

Transcript Highlights:
  • Um, Senator Ward, Senator Fenton, any additional comments? Oh, that's — I'm totally with it.
  • Senator Ward seconded it. All in favor of consent, please say I. I. None opposed.
  • Senator Ward, would you take it out? Sure. Thank you. Okay. Anybody need a moment to catch up?
  • Senator Ward, would you take it opposed. Senator Ward, would you take it out? out? out?
Keywords: 1191, senate, all
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Assembly Privacy and Consumer Protection Committee Mar 17th, 2026

Privacy and Consumer Protection

Transcript Highlights:
  • The misalignment is centered on the approach—how to set boundaries and what the right way is to control
  • And we also want to make sure that they have boundaries and protections that are going to work for each
  • Assembly Member Ward. Thank you for the presentations.
Keywords: 988, house, all
TX

Texas 89th Regular

S/C on Juvenile Justice Apr 7th, 2025

S/C on Juvenile Justice

Transcript Highlights:
  • home a few times a week and help that parent it's often a single mom, create the structure, the boundaries
  • So, it's not like you just let them loose and then see what they do. but you already established boundaries
  • When I entered TJJD, I was a documented ward of the state with a history of physical and sexual abuse
Bills: HB31, HB3360
CA
Transcript Highlights:
  • Ward: Aye. Ta: Aye. Tangipa: Aye. Wicks: Aye. Wilson: Aye. Nine to zero.
  • Assembly Member Ward, we're on item number one. Assembly Member Ward is an aye. Ta: Aye.
  • Ward: Aye. Ta: Aye. Nine to zero with one member not voting. Item number four, SB 802.
  • Ward: Aye. This is item number five, SB 998. Tangipa: Aye. Wicks: Aye. Wilson: Aye.
  • Ward: Aye. Ta: Aye. Wicks: Aye. Wilson: Aye. Nine to zero. Item number 10, SB 1092.
Summary: The committee heard several housing-related bills, beginning with SB 1003, which would create pro-housing enhanced infrastructure financing districts to help local governments fund infrastructure needed for housing developments. The author and supporters argued that infrastructure costs often prevent projects from penciling out, while the chair expressed support and said the bill would be taken up later when quorum was available. SB 1014 followed, proposing new disclosure requirements for local jurisdictions to provide good-faith estimates of on-site and off-site improvements within 30 days of application, with supporters saying it would reduce late surprises and opposition from several cities citing implementation concerns with the 30-day timelines. The committee then took up SB 802, a Sacramento-region bill requiring a joint powers authority to coordinate housing and homelessness services. Senator Ashby and former Mayor Darrell Steinberg argued that Sacramento’s fragmented system has failed for years and that a JPA would improve accountability, coordination, and use of state funds. The bill drew broad support from local officials, service providers, business groups, and advocates, while some county and city representatives registered opposition or neutral concerns about state-mandated local governance. Several committee members said they were persuaded by the need for regional coordination, though some raised concerns about local control; the chair noted the bill would be moved when quorum allowed. The committee also heard SB 1092 and SB 1093, both focused on mobile home park residents after disasters or park sales. SB 1092 would give residents a right of first opportunity to match a sale offer for a park, with supporters saying it protects vulnerable seniors and preserves affordable housing, while park owners and their representatives argued it would devalue property and raise constitutional and financing concerns. SB 1093 would require more transparent communication, access to property, and consideration of rebuilding or closure after a disaster; supporters cited the long uncertainty faced by Palisades residents, while opponents warned about liability, safety, and burdensome review requirements. Members split along similar lines, with some emphasizing property rights and market impacts and others stressing the need to protect residents and preserve scarce affordable housing.
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Assembly Housing and Community Development Committee Jun 24th, 2026

Housing and Community Development

Transcript Highlights:
  • Ward: Aye. Tangipa: Aye. Wicks: Aye. Wilson: Aye. 9-0.
  • Ward: Aye. Ta: Aye. Tangipa: Aye. Wicks: Aye. Wilson: Aye. 9-0. Item number five.
  • Ward: Aye. Ta: Aye. Wicks: Aye. Wilson: Aye. 9-0. Item number eight, SB 1014?
  • Ward: Aye. Ta: Aye. Wicks: Aye. Wilson: Aye. 9-0. Item number ten, SB 1092.
  • Ward? Aye. Ward? Aye. Ta? Aye. Ta? Aye. Ta? Wix? Aye. Wix? I, Wilson? Aye. Wilson? I. 920.
Keywords: 988, house, all
NH

New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session

Senate Education (05/13/2025)

Education

Transcript Highlights:
  • The um what's the Senator Ward.
  • Thank you, Senator Ward.
  • Thank you, Senator Ward.
  • So thank you, Senator Ward.
  • So thank you Senator Ward. we all this? So thank you Senator Ward.
Keywords: 1191, senate, all
CA
Transcript Highlights:
  • Ward? Here. Lackey? Here. El-Hawari. Jeff Gonzalez? Here. McKinner. Ortega? Here. Cork Silva. Here.
  • Ward? Here. Lackie. Here. El-Hawari. Jeff Gonzalez? Here. McKinner. Ortega? Here. Cork Silva. Here.
  • Ward? Aye. Lackey? Al-Hawari? Aye. Jeff Gonzalez? Aye. McKinnor? Aye. Ortega? Aye. Quirk-Silva?
  • Ward? Aye. Lackey? El Hawari, aye. Jeff Gonzalez? Aye. McKinnor? Aye. Ortega? Aye. Quirk-Silva?
  • Good morning, Chairman Ward.
Summary: The Assembly Committee on Arts, Entertainment, Sports, and Tourism heard three bills. AB 2113, by Assemblymember McKinnor, would prohibit unauthorized drone operation within 400 feet of ticketed outdoor entertainment events with 1,000 or more attendees, creating a $500 infraction to improve crowd safety and emergency response. Support came from Live Nation, the San Francisco 49ers, and BottleRock; opposition was limited to a support-if-amended position from the California Attractions and Parks Association and a less-amended concern from TechNet about impacts on nearby commercial drone use. Members discussed enforcement challenges and the need for a layered state-federal approach, and the bill passed 9-0 to Appropriations. AB 2492, by Assemblymember Gabriel, would create an interagency coordination framework for major sporting events such as the 2027 Super Bowl and 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games, including planning for security, emergencies, and reducing risks such as trafficking and discrimination. The California Travel Association testified in support, emphasizing the economic importance of these events and the need to reassure visitors about safety. Members noted the bill’s inclusion of watch parties and the need for strong coordination across agencies; it also passed 9-0 to Appropriations. AB 2130, by Assemblymember Haney, would allow the California State Athletic Commission to place sponsor logos on referee and official apparel at boxing and MMA events to generate revenue for fighter retirement benefits and related training, without using the General Fund or raising ticket prices. Support came from Combat U and the UFC, with testimony stressing that California is the only place offering this type of retirement benefit and that the bill would help support fighters after their careers. The committee described it as a targeted but important measure, and it passed 9-0 to Appropriations. After reopening the roll to capture absent members, all three bills were reported out unanimously.
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Assembly Floor Session Feb 2nd, 2026

California House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Schiavo, Schultz, Sharp-Collins, Solache, Soria, Stephanie Nguyen, Ta, Tangipa, Valencia, Wallis, Ward
  • Schiavo, Schultz, Sharp-Collins, Solache, Soria, Stephanie Nguyen, Ta, Tangipa, Valencia, Wallis, Ward
  • Wallis, Ward, Wicks, Wilson, Zbur, Mr. Speaker. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you.
  • unanimous consent to suspend Assembly Rule 18A to allow Assembly Members Addis, Berman, El Haney, Ward
  • you now to consent to suspend Assembly Rule 18A to allow assembly members Addis, Berman, El Haney, Ward
Summary: The Assembly met in session, established a quorum, and dispensed with the reading of the previous day’s journal. Members handled routine procedural motions, including permission for guest seating and adjournment-in-memory remarks. A motion by Assemblymember Tangipa to suspend the rules so ACA 12, described as preventing double taxation on roads, could be taken up without reference to file failed on a roll call vote of 17 ayes to 46 noes. The floor then featured several guest introductions and recognitions. Assemblymember Elhawary honored Los Angeles Trade Technical College on its centennial, highlighting its role in accessible education, workforce training, and reentry programs. Assemblymember Addis recognized Cal Poly San Luis Obispo and Cal Poly Maritime for Cal Poly’s 125th anniversary and its students and leadership. Assemblymember Haney welcomed representatives from Heel Palestine and six children from Gaza receiving medical care in California, describing the organization’s humanitarian work and the children’s resilience. The remainder of the session was devoted to adjournment-in-memory tributes. Members honored former Congressman Doug LaMalfa, emphasizing his long public service, rural advocacy, and work on agriculture, water, wildfire prevention, and local representation. The Assembly also remembered Alan Stewart Hammond IV for his civil rights and media policy work, and Rob and Michelle Reiner for their contributions to early childhood programs, equality, and public service. The House then adopted the adjournment motion and recessed until Thursday, February 5 at 9 a.m.
NH

New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session

House Election Law (01/21/2025)

Election Law

Transcript Highlights:
  • I'm Jerry Ward from Portsmith.
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  • </c><01:40:52.679><c> two</c> Ward one's ballots and not ward two Ward one's ballots and not ward two
  • </c> Lane yes representative Ward Lane yes representative Ward no<02:48:35.319><c> representative</c>
  • </c> representative Ward representative Ward no<02:50:12.840><c> representative</c><02:50:13.399><c>
Keywords: 928, house, all
Summary: The House Election Law Committee held an orientation and then opened a public hearing on House Bill 67-FN-A, which would make permanent the use of accessible voting machines in local elections and provide funding for additional systems. The chair outlined committee procedures, noting a heavy workload of roughly 70 to 80 bills, mostly Tuesday meetings, likely time limits on testimony, and a default of executive session unless a bill is specifically noticed. Members and staff were introduced, and the Secretary of State’s office described its election-related responsibilities, including voter registration, cybersecurity, ballot-counting equipment, and the Help America Vote Act (HAVA) program. Secretary of State David Scanlan and Deputy Secretary Aon Hennessy explained the current pilot program created by last year’s law, which requires accessible voting systems for local elections and allows the state to share machines with municipalities during the first half of 2025. They said the office has made hardware available, but towns have raised concerns about the speed of implementation and the cost of programming each election, especially for towns with multiple ballot questions. Scanlan said the state is also vetting longer-term options, including devices that could remain in polling places year-round, and suggested the committee consider delaying the bill’s effective date to January 1, 2026 to better align with implementation needs. Hennessy said the current state devices are older and complicated to reset for each election, and estimated programming costs could be about $600 for a small single-election ballot and much higher for towns with multiple elections. Supporters of the bill emphasized the importance of accessible voting for people with disabilities. Representative Robert Wy said the measure builds on 2024 law and would move the pilot into a permanent agreement, citing ADA concerns and prior testimony about discriminatory voting experiences. Fred Forier, a legally blind voter from Exeter, testified that accessible voting systems allow him to vote privately and independently and urged support for the bill. Committee members asked about the gap if the pilot ends before a permanent system is in place and about the cost range for programming. No vote was taken during the hearing, and the committee moved on after public testimony began.
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Assembly Floor Session May 22nd, 2026

California House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • File item 102 is AB 1813 by Assembly Member Ward. The clerk will read.
  • Assembly Bill 1813 by Assembly Member Ward and others, an act relating to electricity.
  • Assembly Member Ward, you may open on the measure. Thank you, Mr. Speaker and members.
  • Thank you, Assembly Member Ward. All debate having ceased, the clerk will open the roll.
  • Thank you, Assembly Member Ward. All debate having ceased, the clerk will open the roll.
Summary: The Assembly convened, initially lacked a quorum, then completed the roll call and prayer, adopted routine procedural motions, and moved through the daily file with many bills passed and retained or passed outright. Early measures included AB 2417 on community college faculty retirement information, AB 1579 expanding the Children’s Crisis Pilot Program, AB 2041 on emergency medical services reporting, AB 1547 on a UC medical school feasibility study in Kern County, and AB 1552 directing higher education segments to report on civic engagement and democracy education. The body also took up SB 73, an urgency elections-security bill, where supporters argued it would protect ballots, voting systems, and election workers from interference, while opponents said it could be unconstitutional, partisan, and overly restrictive of local and federal investigations. SB 73 passed with urgency and immediate transmittal to the Senate. The Assembly then approved a long series of policy bills, many with unanimous or near-unanimous votes, including AB 1554 on California Earthquake Authority transparency, AB 1584 on civil rights duties at the Air Resources Board, AB 1592 on the California Indian Cultural Center, AB 1629 on direct payment to dentists, AB 1645 on prison visitation physical-contact rules, AB 1688 on foster care notice and accountability, AB 1699 on prescribed and cultural burns, AB 1738 on virtual final inspections for single-family homes, AB 1741 on charging sexual battery during a residential break-in as a wobbler, AB 1802 on mitigation lands endowments, AB 1813 on community renewable energy program changes, AB 1899 creating a youth homelessness prevention office, AB 1904 on a credentialing apprenticeship program, AB 1941 on organized metal theft, AB 2043 on drone-attack prevention for mass gatherings and critical infrastructure, AB 2054 on paid family leave for military relatives, AB 2081 on home-based Medi-Cal care, AB 2116 on predatory lending, AB 2122 limiting bench warrants for vehicle-code infractions, AB 2176 on student housing coordination, AB 2187 on tribal public-contract exemptions, AB 2221 on charitable fundraising processing deadlines, AB 2232 on advance parole hearing reporting, AB 2235 on confidentiality of judges’ home addresses, AB 2250 on cannabis/hemp enforcement cleanup, and AB 2266 on electricity. Most measures were described as support or bipartisan bills and passed with little or no opposition. A few bills drew notable debate or recorded opposition, including AB 1813, AB 2122, and SB 73, though all ultimately passed. After finishing 35 items, the Assembly announced it would return the following week with a much larger file, noted upcoming floor amendment deadlines, and adjourned until Tuesday, May 26 at 1 p.m. A post-adjournment vote change was also recorded, changing Assembly Member Dixon’s vote on AB 2041 from aye to no.
NH

New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session

House Election Law (01/21/2025)

Election Law

Transcript Highlights:
  • I'm Jerry Ward from Portsmith. I think I've been on this six times too long, anyway. Good morning.
  • <00:07:10.199><c> two</c><00:07:10.599><c> here</c><00:07:10.759><c> in</c> ward two here in ward two
  • <02:25:26.800><c> yes</c><02:25:27.800><c> representative</c> Ward yes representative Ward yes representative
  • </c> Lane yes representative Ward Lane yes representative Ward no<02:48:35.319><c> representative</c>
  • </c> representative Ward representative Ward no<02:50:12.840><c> representative</c><02:50:13.399><c>
Keywords: 1189, house, all
NH

New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session

Senate Session (06/05/2025)

New Hampshire Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • </c><01:37:37.440><c> Senator</c> Ward, no. Senator Rashardi, no. Senator Ward, no.
  • Ward, no. Senator Rashardi, no. Senator Ward, no. Senator Rashardi, no.
  • </c><03:01:27.680><c> Senator</c> Ward, no. Senator Rashardy, no. Senator Ward, no.
  • </c><03:07:34.080><c> Senator</c> Ward, no. Senator Rashardy, no. Senator Ward, no.
  • </c><03:30:58.479><c> Senator</c> Ward, no. Senator Rashardy, no. Senator Ward, no.
Keywords: 1191, senate, all
WA

Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session

House Education Feb 2nd, 2026

Transcript Highlights:
  • Move to a withdrawal amendment, Ward 266.
  • I'd like to withdraw Ward 267 on page 6, line 11.
  • Page 6, line 11, known as Ward 267, has been withdrawn. Are there further amendments?
  • I'd like to withdraw Ward 267 on page 6 line 11.
  • Please move Ward 270 on page 3, line 7.
Summary: The House Education Committee met in executive session on seven bills, with a brief recognition of students shadowing Representative Steele before moving to bill action. Staff summarized measures dealing with competency-based graduation assessments (HB 2007), school-supplied albuterol and standing orders for asthma or respiratory symptoms (HB 2360), the Washington Local Food for Schools Program (HB 2369), surplus technology hardware for students (HB 2432), privacy protections for Education Ombuds complaint records (HB 2440), military family school enrollment and services (HB 2534), and special education evaluation timelines and parent access to reports (HB 2557). Several proposed amendments were discussed, including multiple null-and-void amendments tied to fiscal notes; most of those were rejected or withdrawn, while a substantive amendment to HB 2360 was adopted and an amendment to HB 2557 was adopted to adjust evaluation-report timing and related procedures. In final action, the committee reported HB 2007, HB 2360 as a substitute bill, HB 2369, HB 2432, HB 2440, substitute HB 2534, and substitute HB 2557 out of committee with due pass recommendations. HB 2007’s null-and-void amendment failed, and the bill passed 19-0. HB 2360’s withdrawn amendment and adopted substitute language led to a 17-2 vote in favor. HB 2369’s null-and-void amendment failed and the bill passed 19-0. HB 2432 passed 16-3, with some members voting no or without recommendation. HB 2440 passed 12-7 after debate over privacy versus transparency. Substitute HB 2534 passed 19-0 after a voice vote. Substitute HB 2557 passed 19-0 after adoption of the timeline amendment and rejection of the null-and-void amendment. Throughout the meeting, supporters emphasized student-centered flexibility, public health access in schools, support for local agriculture, access to surplus technology, privacy for families using the Ombuds Office, smoother transitions for military-connected students, and clearer special education timelines for parents. Opponents or cautious members raised concerns about fiscal impacts, transparency, implementation details, and whether some changes should be handled in fiscal committees rather than policy committee.
HI

Hawaii 2025 Regular Session

House Chamber - Fri Mar 7, 2025, 12:00PM HST - Day 27

Hawaii House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Ward excused. Mr. Woodson. Mr. Yamashita here. Madam Speaker: 47 members are present. Mr. Chun.
  • Ward excused. Mr. Woodson. Mr. Yamashita here. Mr. Hussy. Mr. Iligan. Miss Iwamoto. Miss Kahaloa.
  • Ward excused. Mr. Woodson. Mr. Yamashita here. Mr. Kila. Miss Kagawa excused. Mr. Kong. Mr.
  • Ward excused. Mr. Woodson. Mr. Yamashita here.
  • <00:12:20.160><c> excus</c><00:12:21.160><c> Mr</c> Ward excus Mr Ward excus Mr Woodson<00:12:23.199>
Keywords: 910, house, all
Summary: The House was called to order with 47 members present. After the journal reading was deferred and there were no messages from the Governor or Senate communications, members offered several introductions recognizing visiting guests, including tourism and hospitality representatives, Kahakai Elementary School students and staff from Kona, a Portuguese delegation from the Luso American Development Foundation, and other constituents and aides. The chamber then moved to floor presentations. House Resolution No. 84 was presented, commending the United States Air Force Reserve Command 624th Aeromedical Staging Squadron Medical Operations Flight for humanitarian service providing mental health support after the Maui wildfires. Representative Perck moved adoption, Representative Cochran seconded, and the resolution was read into the record describing the unit’s work with state and nonprofit partners to distribute supplies and support survivors’ emotional recovery. The House adopted the resolution by voice vote, and the motion carried. Following the presentation, the House recessed briefly so members could congratulate the honorees. When the House returned, there were no resolutions for action, and announcements included the Women’s Legislative Caucus Easter basket drive, recognition of Hawaii Iron Workers Stabilization Fund visitors, birthday greetings, and a reminder that substantive resolutions were due by 6:00 p.m. The House then voted to keep the journal open until 6:00 p.m. for resolution introductions and adjourned into recess until 12:00 noon Monday.
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Assembly Appropriations Committee May 23rd, 2025

Appropriations

Transcript Highlights:
  • pass out on an A roll call. 6 Wallace, older adults meal program do pass out on an A-roll call, AB 6 Ward
  • AB 368 ward passive house standards do pass. Equipment Inventories do pass out on an A-roll call.
  • AB 864, Ward, Solar PV Modulars do pass out on an A-roll call. AB 1264. Board of Trustees.
  • AB 1355 Ward location privacy holding committee.
  • AB 736 Ward sorry AB 736 Wicks affordable housing bond act AB 804 Wicks, Medi-Cal Housing Supports, hold
Keywords: 988, house, all
WY

Wyoming 2026 Regular Session

Select Water Committee, May 7, 2026

Select Water Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • 41.440><c> City</c><01:09:41.759><c> Council</c><01:09:42.960><c> representing</c><01:09:43.600><c> Ward
  • </c> Casper City Council representing Ward Casper City Council representing Ward One.<01:09:45.120><c
  • The problem that could be caused is that groundwater is not limited to the physical boundaries above
  • </c><03:09:55.680><c> And</c><03:09:55.920><c> I'm</c><03:09:56.080><c> glad</c> boundaries above ground
  • And I'm glad boundaries above ground.
Keywords: 916, all
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Assembly Privacy and Consumer Protection Committee Jan 13th, 2026

Privacy and Consumer Protection

Transcript Highlights:
  • Lowenthal here, Macedo here, McKinnor here, Ortega here, Patterson here, Pellerin here, Petrie-Norris, Ward
  • Ward, aye. Wicks, aye. That bill has 10 votes. We will leave it on call for the absent members.
  • Ward. Ward. Aye. Wicks. Aye. Petry Norris. Ward. Wicks. That bill has 10 votes.
  • Ward. Aye. Wicks. Aye. Okay. Thank you. Eleven votes. We'll leave it open for absent members.
  • Ward. Aye. Wicks. Wicks. I. Wicks. Aye. Okay. Thank you. Thank you. 11th time. Yeah.
Keywords: 988, house, all
Summary: The committee heard two bills. AB 1159 by Assembly Member Addis would expand California student privacy protections to cover more education technology use, including college students, and restrict collection or use of sensitive student information, especially for generative AI and other non-educational purposes. Supporters, including Privacy Rights Clearinghouse, CFT, labor and civil rights groups, argued students and educators need stronger safeguards against invasive data collection and misuse. Opponents, including College Board, TechNet, CalChamber, and ACT Education, warned the bill was too broad, could interfere with legitimate college recruitment and scholarship outreach, chill responsible AI development, and create litigation risk. Members discussed the scope of the bill, the private right of action, and whether the measure would affect schools or only vendors. AB 883 by Assembly Member Lowenthal would streamline the process for elected and appointed officials to have their personal information removed from data broker systems by having state and judicial entities provide lists to the privacy agency for deletion requests. Supporters said the bill responds to rising threats and harassment against public officials and would help reduce exposure of their personal data. TechNet, CalChamber, and TechCA opposed unless amended, citing concerns about exemptions for lawful data sharing, the five-day deletion timeline, and the private right of action. Members discussed the existing data broker deletion law, how officials would be notified, and whether the bill should be expanded to candidates or local election processes. Both bills were approved by the committee and left on call for absent members before final roll calls were completed. AB 1159 was sent to the Judiciary Committee, and AB 883 was sent to the Appropriations Committee.
HI

Hawaii 2025 Regular Session

AGR Public Hearing - Wed Jan 29, 2025 @ 9:30 AM HST

Agriculture & Food Systems

Transcript Highlights:
  • Representative Loen, Representative Quinland, and Representative Ward are the other committee members
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  • ...pass with amendments and noting the absence again of Representative Ward.
Keywords: 910, house, all