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• House Bill 1583, permitting hearing on House Bill 1583, permitting municipalities<00:56:41.040><c> to
• They picked my house, said, and pulled a building permit on my house when it was supposed to be another
• They picked my house, said, and pulled a building permit on my house when it was supposed to be another
• They picked my house, said, and pulled a building permit on my house when it was supposed to be another
• They picked my house, said, and pulled a building permit on my house when it was supposed to be another

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• The hour of one o'clock having arrived, the House Resources and Conservation Committee will come to order
• First on our agenda, we have House Joint Memorial.
• First on our agenda, we have House Joint Memorial 21, and this is going to be Representative Furness.
• I move that we send House Joint Memorial 21 to the House with the due pass recommendation.
• In 2003, the legislature passed House Bill 304, which In 2003, the legislature passed House Bill 304,

Summary: The House Resources and Conservation Committee met with a quorum and heard four measures. House Joint Memorial 21, sponsored by Rep. Furness, expressed legislative support for development of the IMA tungsten mine in Lemhi County, emphasizing its importance as a domestic source of a critical mineral used in defense and aerospace; the committee moved it to the House with a do pass recommendation. Senate Bill 1348 as amended, presented by Sen. O'Connowicz, would allow Idaho Fish and Game to take over the lease for the Coeur d'Alene Gun Club property to keep the club operating until it can be relocated to adjacent Fish and Game property near Farragut State Park, using Pittman-Robertson funds and capping spending at the original 2003 appropriation unless the Legislature approves more; it was sent to the House floor with a do pass recommendation, and Rep. Redman was named as floor sponsor. The committee also considered Senate Concurrent Resolution 123, introduced by Rep. Raymond, recognizing 2026 as the International Year of Pastoralists and highlighting the role of ranchers and rangeland users in Idaho's history and economy. Testimony in support came from Gretchen Hyde of the Idaho Rangeland Resources Commission and Morgan Lutkin of the Idaho Cattle Association, both stressing the importance of rangelands and stewardship; the resolution was advanced to the floor with a do pass recommendation. Finally, Senate Joint Memorial 115, carried by Rep. Nelson, urged federal action regarding pelican predation on Idaho fisheries and suggested federal support for mitigation costs; after discussion and supportive comments, it was also sent to the floor with a do pass recommendation. At the close of the meeting, the chair indicated the committee would likely meet again the next day to hear a bill related to Fish and Game rules, with scheduling to avoid conflicts as much as possible. The committee then adjourned.

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• Any questions from members regarding the A8 amendment to House File 4466?
• Um as<00:21:27.320><c> to</c> as to as to uh uh uh um um um permitting Vice Chair Scott, permitting researchers
• House File 4466 is the Health Finance and Policy bill.
• House File 4466 is the Health Finance and Policy bill.
• </c> I will renew the motion that uh House I will renew the motion that uh House File<00:47:52.880><c

Keywords: 919, house, all

Summary: The committee took up House File 4466, the Health Finance and Policy bill, and first adopted the A8 amendment, described as a set of technical fixes. Members then considered a large A9 amendment that bundled a wide range of Children and Families provisions, including child care licensing modernization, crisis nursery licensing, SNAP/MFIT-related language, child care provider self-reporting, a physical abuse recognition poster, child protection and welfare provisions, funding for parent support outreach, and forensic interview training scholarships. Supporters described it as bipartisan work with relatively small fiscal impact, while opponents said it greatly expanded the bill and should be handled separately; after a roll call, the A9 amendment failed 7-14. Representative Scott then offered the A11 amendment, raising concerns about new all-payer claims database language and whether it should have been heard in the Judiciary and Civil Law Committee. Department of Health staff explained the data-sharing safeguards, de-identification process, fee structure, and enforcement provisions, but Scott remained concerned about privacy and the scope of the program and withdrew the amendment. The committee then moved to final bill discussion. Members and authors described HF 4466 as a lean health finance bill largely conforming Minnesota law to federal HR1 Medicaid-related changes, including work requirements, retroactive eligibility limits, cost-sharing, and home equity provisions. Supporters argued conformity was necessary to avoid major federal funding losses and noted a few additional member bills in the package; opponents criticized the federal changes as harmful, especially for vulnerable populations such as victims of trafficking and domestic violence. Fiscal staff said the bill would save just over $2 million in FY 2026-27 and almost $98 million in FY 2028-29. No final vote on the bill itself was taken in the portion provided.

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• As a reminder, this is a companion to House Bill 2311.
• And with that, we will close the hearing on House Bill 5931 and we'll open up the House public hearing
• Senate Bill 5963 is the companion to House Bill 2586.
• Sorry, I was looking up whether we saw this bill already in the House.
• I know it's so it's identical to what we already saw in the House.

Summary: The Postsecondary Education and Workforce Committee held public hearings on two bills. Substitute Senate Bill 5931 would make administrative changes to the Workforce Education Investment Accountability and Oversight Board, including extending co-chair terms from one to two years, allowing more than four meetings per year, requiring consultation with the Student Achievement Council when evaluating outcomes, and removing the statutory public dashboard requirement. Staff and the bill sponsor, Senator Warnick, described it as a technical, no-fiscal-impact measure requested by the Student Achievement Council. Joel Anderson of WOSAC testified in support, explaining that the board’s role is advisory, that the bill would improve operations, and that WOSAC has spent significant staff time tracking Workforce Education Investment Account spending, especially carry-forward appropriations. The committee then heard Senate Bill 5963, which would modify Passport to Careers and Washington College Grant eligibility. The bill would automatically make Passport to Careers students income-eligible for the Washington College Grant beginning in the 2026-27 academic year, align the Passport financial-need formula with the federal student aid index, and direct Passport funds into the state financial aid account. Staff noted the bill was identical to the House companion. Testimony from WOSAC, the Washington Student Association, and a Western Washington University student representative all supported the bill, emphasizing the high barriers faced by former foster youth and unaccompanied homeless youth and the value of guaranteed, earlier access to aid. Senator Nobles said the bill would fulfill the state’s promise to help these students access higher education and would not increase costs. At the close of the hearing, the chair announced amendment deadlines for possible Tuesday executive action: requests due Monday at 10 a.m. and approval by 6 p.m. The committee planned to caucus and did not meet on Friday.

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• </c> process for permit decisions. process for permit decisions.
• It's sort of a technical change, but it moves a permit decision into a department permitting decision
• </c><00:55:13.520><c> the</c> And New Hampshire already permits the And New Hampshire already permits
• </c> amended, will have go through the house amended, will have go through the house and<03:59:38.320
• </c><04:05:24.880><c> session</c> Do we have Do we have house session Do we have Do we have house session

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• There's nothing that permits us from not. Like I said, we could do an audit more frequently.
• There's nothing that permits us from not.
• , I believe, 478 attendees for $46,000. 478 attendees for $46,000, and that was at the President's House

Summary: The Higher Education Budget Subcommittee met to hear a presentation from the Florida Auditor General’s office on recent operational audits of four universities and to discuss how audit findings are handled. The Auditor General explained that financial audits occur annually and operational audits at least every three years, with universities required to respond in writing to findings; the office generally follows up in the next audit cycle, though it can audit sooner if needed. Members asked about accountability, whether findings are referred to other bodies, and how internal university audit functions interact with the state audit process. The chair emphasized the committee’s oversight role in ensuring public funds are used appropriately. The audit findings highlighted issues at New College of Florida, Florida A&M University, the University of Florida, and Florida Atlantic University. At New College, auditors cited invoice/payment errors, delinquent student account collection delays, prohibited extra compensation, exceeding state remuneration limits for certain employees, weak purchasing card controls, construction management cost documentation issues, and subcontractor licensing documentation gaps. At FAMU, auditors found investment accounting classification issues, delayed bank reconciliations, late vendor payments, and incomplete annual employee evaluations. At UF, auditors reported concerns over a $6.4 million consulting contract, event and catering spending, president’s office hiring and salary practices, bonus and relocation payments, continued high compensation after the president transitioned to another role, travel expenses including charter flights, and remote work agreements. At FAU, auditors found distance learning fee revenue exceeded allowable costs by about $2.8 million, carry forward funds were underreported by about $77 million, and credit card controls needed improvement. Members pressed the Auditor General on whether overpayments were refunded, whether any findings involved statutory violations, and what enforcement exists beyond the audit report. The auditor said some issues were corrected by the universities, such as New College recovering excess compensation from foundation funds, but others would be revisited in future audits; if potential fraud were identified, it would be referred to the state attorney’s office. The chair closed by noting that accountability for public spending rests with the Legislature and the committee, and the meeting adjourned without any vote or formal action beyond receiving the presentation.

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• </c><00:09:11.560><c> please</c> to continue if if time permits please to continue if if time permits
• </c> rental housing low income rental housing rental housing low income rental housing ing<01:01:26.720
• </c> that move instead of lowcost housing that move instead of lowcost housing rental<01:01:37.039><c
• ><c> to</c> rental housing it would go to rental housing it would go to securitization<01:01:40.000><
• Members voting on House Bill 982, House Draft 1.

Keywords: 910, house, all

Summary: The joint committees heard testimony on HB 982 HD1, a wildfire-related measure aimed at creating a wildfire recovery fund and a financing structure to address future catastrophic wildfire liability. The Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs, the Division of Consumer Advocacy, and the Public Utilities Commission submitted comments and were available for questions. Supporters included IBW Local 1260, Kauai Island Utility Cooperative, Clearway Energy Group, Hawaiian Electric, Par Hawaii, and others, while Charter Communications and the Hawaii Association for Justice opposed or raised concerns. Life of the Land supported the bill but urged changes to the definition of a catastrophic wildfire and noted concerns about prudency review language. IBW Local 1260 asked to restore language from the original draft, and Charter warned the bill could impair existing contract and indemnity rights unless amended. A major focus of the hearing was Hawaiian Electric’s position on the HD1 version. Hawaiian Electric strongly supported the original bill but objected to the HD1 requirement for an additional $500 million shareholder contribution, arguing it was not feasible and could delay or prevent the fund from operating. The company said the bill would help protect customers and improve credit ratings by creating a dedicated revenue stream and a bankruptcy-remote financing structure, which it said would lower borrowing costs over time. Members questioned how the $1 billion securitization amount was chosen, whether credit rating agencies had indicated it was sufficient, and how the bill would work in bankruptcy; Hawaiian Electric said the amount was a balance among interests, not based on a specific agency directive, and that it would follow up on bankruptcy questions. Opponents and skeptics raised concerns about liability caps, the new claims process, and unclear language on damages above the fund’s limits. The Hawaii Association for Justice argued the bill limits victims’ remedies and gives too much authority to the new entity without clear guardrails. Committee members also pressed Hawaiian Electric on comparisons to California, the feasibility of the shareholder contribution, and whether alternative capital-raising or divestiture options had been considered. No vote or final action was taken in the portion of the hearing provided; testimony and questioning continued with follow-up information requested from Hawaiian Electric and others.

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• to facilitate the goal of hearing as much from the public within our limits of time, we will not permit
• Public comment may be provided only at the designated time and place as permitted by the chair.
• having them go to kindergarten the year they are turning six rather than first grade as is currently permitted
• Why can't parents be informed of the purported benefits of kindergarten and permitted to make their own

Summary: The Assembly Education Committee met without a quorum at first and began as a subcommittee, with the chair outlining hearing procedures and several bills on consent. The committee heard and advanced AB 1581, which would improve collection of tribal affiliation data for California students so Native students are more accurately counted and better served; supporters said current systems undercount Native students and erase their needs. AB 1586 also passed, requiring school resource officers who volunteer to carry naloxone to receive opioid overdose response training every two years; supporters emphasized student safety and the need for rapid response to overdoses on campus, while one school employees’ group raised concerns about retaliation protections for non-volunteers. Both bills were moved do pass as amended to Appropriations, with roll calls held open for absent votes. The committee then approved AB 1943, which updates school notices about secure firearm storage by making the information clearer, more visible, and more likely to reach families at key moments such as counseling or discipline interventions. Supporters from gun violence prevention groups, educators, and parents argued that many school shooters obtain guns from home and that plain-language, digital, and timely notices could help prevent child deaths and suicides; the author shared a personal story about a child accessing a gun at home. AB 1792 also advanced, directing the Instructional Quality Commission to consider updating health education to address digital safety issues such as deepfakes, extortion, grooming, and AI-generated exploitation; supporters said students need instruction that reflects modern online risks, while an opponent objected to language referencing LGBTQIA+ and gender-diverse students. AB 1653 passed as well, adding heat-illness guidance to the health framework after a young Girl Scout described students suffering during extreme heat and not recognizing symptoms. Later, the committee approved AB 1861, which would require the California Department of Education to create a public database of special education investigation reports with personal information redacted; supporters said families need better access to complaint outcomes and accountability, while an opposition witness warned of unintended consequences, misuse of incomplete information, and added burdens on districts. AB 1721 also moved forward, creating a stakeholder work group to review and streamline school safety plan requirements so plans remain practical and focused on emergency preparedness. AB 1631, which would make kindergarten mandatory, received mixed testimony: supporters argued it would help close achievement gaps and improve readiness, while opponents framed it as an intrusion on parental choice; the bill was held on call after a split vote. Finally, AB 1809, extending job order contracting authority for school and community college districts, was also held on call after opposition from contractors who argued project labor agreement requirements raise costs and reduce competition. The committee then began hearing AB 1659, aimed at improving transitions for court school students back to their home districts, with testimony describing re-enrollment barriers and the need for a designated district contact.

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• facilitate the goal of hearing as much from the public within our limits of our time, we will not permit
• Public comment may be provided only at the designated time and place as permitted by the chair.
• having them go to kindergarten the year they are turning six rather than first grade, as is currently permitted
• Why can't parents be informed of the purported benefits of kindergarten and permitted to make their own

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• The House is now ready for business.
• The House will now advance to the third order of business: approval of the House Journal.
• House Concurrent Resolution 24 and House Bill 547 will be filed for second reading.
• House Concurrent Resolution 24 and House Bill 547 will be filed for second reading.
• In the House of Representatives, House Joint Memorial 12, by the Transportation and Defense Committee

Keywords: 989, all

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• Uh, also in the House other bodies bill.
• </c> Senator Abler at the time in the House Senator Abler at the time in the House had<01:02:29.839><
• There's House Child's Senate File 1916.
• permit this to<02:50:34.319><c> happen.
• </c> the house the house are<03:01:55.680><c> reported</c><03:01:56.160><c> out</c><03:01:57.439><c>

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• House will be in order.
• House Concurrent Resolution...
• House Joint Memorial No. 9, House Resolution 19, and House Concurrent Resolution No. 22 will refer to
• House Bill No. 502...
• House Bill No. 505...

Keywords: 989, all

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• That's why the House led with the Access Act in 2017.
• He said, 'If it's in the House, it's in the jurisdiction of the House of Representatives,' and that only
• the House could rule on it.
• That also extends to public landlords such as housing authorities, who can deny housing for an entire
• I have lost the house that I worked so hard to earn.

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The committee heard extensive testimony on several Judiciary bills, with the largest portion focused on S. 1178/H. 2052 to reduce mass incarceration and end life without parole. People incarcerated at MCI Framingham, MCI Norfolk, and NCCI Gardner described personal growth, rehabilitation, restorative justice work, family separation, and the belief that parole eligibility after long sentences would better reflect public safety and human development. Speakers emphasized that life without parole removes hope and can undermine rehabilitation, while supporters argued that many lifers are older, less likely to reoffend, and could contribute positively if given a chance at parole review. Committee members did not take votes during the hearing. The committee also heard testimony on S. 1139 to restore the statute of limitations for wrongful death claims involving tobacco use, with Sen. Keenan explaining that a recent SJC decision had cut off claims where the injured person did not sue within three years before death. He said the bill would restore families’ ability to seek redress in cases involving long-latency tobacco harms like COPD. Another major topic was S. 1205, which would add abusive litigation to the definition of coercive control in domestic violence law; Sen. Michael Moore said the bill would stop abusers from using repeated court filings to harass and financially burden survivors. The committee also took up S. 1114 on automatic record sealing, with Sen. Friedman and others arguing that the current petition-based process is slow, burdensome, and disproportionately harms people with criminal records, especially Black and Latino residents. Testimony also supported H. 1965/S. 1132 on compensation for wrongful conviction, with advocates and sponsors describing a faster administrative claims process, transitional support, and higher compensation without the current cap. Sen. Payano testified for S. 1241 to expand educational programming for incarcerated emerging adults, saying education reduces recidivism and improves reentry outcomes. A substantial portion of the hearing focused on S. 2522, an update to Massachusetts’ shield law for reproductive and gender-affirming care. Sen. Friedman, the Attorney General’s office, and DPH Commissioner Robbie Goldstein said the bill is needed to strengthen protections against out-of-state legal attacks, protect patient and provider data, clarify enforcement authority, and add a state-level EMTALA-style emergency care requirement. Committee members asked detailed questions about prescription labeling, the prescription monitoring program, attorney discipline, custody and full faith and credit issues, and whether the bill’s enforcement language could create unintended limits or conflicts. The Attorney General’s office said it would provide follow-up written testimony on several technical questions.

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• Elkins, 25 minutes on House File 913 from Representative Mahamoud, and 10 minutes on House File 862
• House File 1011 from Chair Berman and House File 1011 from Chair Berman and Vice<00:01:38.400><c> Chair
• Please support House File 1011. Thank you for your time. Please support House File 1011.
• House File 1913. Oh, um, where are we at? House File 1010. Representative Abbaj.
• House<01:35:29.840><c> file</c> House file House file 862.<01:35:33.280><c> I'll</c><01:35:33.600><c>

Keywords: 1183, house

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• facilitate the goal of the hearing as much from the public within the limits of our time, we will not permit
• also future impacted residents. ...future impacted residents who will be seeking to rebuild their house

Summary: The Assembly Banking and Finance Committee met to hear its only agenda item, AB 493 by Assemblymember Harabedian, which would require lenders to pay interest to homeowners on post-loss insurance payouts held in escrow. The author said current law already pays interest on some escrowed funds, but excludes insurance proceeds after a loss; he argued the bill would help wildfire survivors and other homeowners rebuilding after major property damage. He noted amendments clarifying that the bill applies only to loans and only to insurance payouts still held in escrow on or after the bill’s effective date. Support came from the Consumer Federation of California, whose representative said the measure closes a loophole and would provide modest but meaningful help to homeowners facing long rebuild timelines. The California Bankers Association did not oppose the bill but raised concerns about aligning it with existing mortgage servicing law and the treatment of hazard insurance proceeds, saying it wanted to work with the author on technical issues. Committee members expressed support, emphasizing the need to help displaced homeowners access funds more quickly. The committee voted unanimously to pass AB 493 and refer it to the Assembly Committee on Appropriations. The roll call showed the bill receiving eight votes, and the committee then adjourned.

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• The House will come to order.
• </c> unless otherwise ordered by the House. unless otherwise ordered by the House.
• House<02:11:12.719><c> will</c><02:11:12.880><c> be</c><02:11:12.960><c> in</c> House will be in House
• </c> you need both House Bill One and House you need both House Bill One and House Bill<04:40:00.718>
• When housing support is insufficient, our housing crisis deepens.

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• This is a different house than I was in. Yeah. Speakers, please. Yes, we have against Paul Bixler.
• in this book, much like a 60-second testimony rule or general lawmaking in these hallowed halls of House
• problem, because under the Equal Protection Clause of the 14th Amendment, the government is not permitted
• Because under the Equal Protection Clause of the 14th Amendment, the government is not permitted to treat
• When an attorney is permitted to violate or exacerbate a victim of a violation...

Bills: SB1092, SB1094, SB1139, SB1239, SB1240, SB1248, SB1326, SB1502, SB1512, SB1540, SB1616, SB1635, SB1669, SB1673

Keywords: probation, dangerous crimes, children, Arizona Revised Statutes, criminal justice, juvenile offenses, rehabilitation, gender reassignment, civil liability, minors, medical consent, detransition, family court, therapeutic intervention, expert testimony, parenting time, child development, sex offenders, statute of limitations, prosecution

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• </c> our agenda today is House File 3479. our agenda today is House File 3479.
• So, is there any discussion to House<00:03:45.920><c> File</c><00:03:46.239><c> 3479</c> House File 3479
• </c> &gt;&gt; Next, we'll take up House File 3782. &gt;&gt; Next, we'll take up House File 3782.
• So, House File 4081 is laid Greenman. So, House File 4081 is laid over.
• House File 4138. 4138. 4138.

Bills: HF3479, HF4205, HF3782, HF4081, HF4138

Keywords: foreclosure, mortgage, redemption period, homestead, Minnesota Statutes, automated license plate reader, ALPR, license plate recognition, vehicle surveillance, Bureau of Criminal Apprehension, BCA, data privacy, government data practices, law enforcement data, surveillance technology, location data, vehicle tracking, warrant requirement, probable cause, exigent circumstances

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• Representative Handy, House Bill 689.
• Properly before the committee is House Bill 690. All right.
• House Bill 690 is properly before the committee. Questions on the motion?
• House Bill 690 is properly before the committee.
• I'm with Cicero Action, and I'm here in support of House Bill 603.

Summary: The House Judiciary, Rules and Administration Committee approved the minutes from its February 11, 13, and 17, 2026 meetings, and briefly recognized a page, Paisley, for her service. House Bill 660 was removed from the agenda at the sponsor’s request and was not heard. The committee then took up several bills from Representative Handy and others. House Bill 689 would expand administrative subpoena authority so the Attorney General or prosecutors can subpoena electric service providers to identify suspects in child sexual exploitation and related crimes, including AI-related child sexual conduct offenses. The Attorney General’s office testified that it is a critical investigative tool, and the bill received unanimous due-pass recommendation to the floor. House Bill 690 repeals an obsolete Attorney General program for a 24-7 sobriety and drug monitoring program that was created in 2014 but never implemented; the Attorney General’s office confirmed it had never been used, and the bill also passed unanimously with a due-pass recommendation. House Bill 698 closes a loophole so people convicted of treason in another state cannot regain voting rights in Idaho; it likewise passed unanimously with a due-pass recommendation. The committee also heard House Bill 603, which updates restrictions on camping and temporary structures on the Capitol Mall and clarifies how abandoned property is handled, with the sponsor saying it was a cleanup and security measure and the Department of Administration’s changes were made in response to court decisions. A virtual witness from Cicero Action supported the bill as a public safety and property-management measure. Some members questioned how the bill fits with prior camping laws and how it would be enforced, and one member said he would vote no because of concerns about differing treatment of tents versus vehicles, though the motion still passed by voice vote with a due-pass recommendation to the floor.

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• The House will please come to order.
• Welcome to the House. Thank you, Dr. Penhalo. Welcome to the House. Mr.
• Welcome to your House. Welcome to the House. Representative Gutierrez. Thank you, Mr.
• Welcome to the House.
• Welcome to your House. Have you all registered? Thank you. Welcome to the House.

Keywords: 1182, all