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• Thank you for that. I think that's all for me. Thank you. Thank you for that. Thank you. All right.
• As someone who experienced homelessness as a youth in high school for about two and a half years, this
• The high school I went to did not have a dedicated office or program for students dealing with homelessness
• I do have two high school students that were very much prepared for today, and they're in my program
• I do have two high school students that very much prepared for today, and they're in my program standing

Summary: The Assembly Budget Subcommittee on Education Finance held its first hearing of the year on Proposition 98, focusing on the Governor’s budget estimates for the three-year budget window, the Public School System Stabilization Account (PSSA), and repayment of education deferrals. The Department of Finance said the minimum guarantee would rise by about $21.7 billion over the 2025 Budget Act, with increases in each year, full repayment of the existing settle-up obligation in 2024-25, a new $5.6 billion settle-up obligation proposed for 2025-26, and a higher guarantee in 2026-27. Finance also noted revised downward estimates for transitional kindergarten attendance and Los Angeles County property tax reimbursements, and said community colleges would be funded above the split because of enrollment growth. The Legislative Analyst’s Office emphasized fiscal risk and volatility, warning that recent revenue gains are tied heavily to the stock market and tech sector and could reverse quickly. The LAO argued the Governor’s proposed $5.6 billion delay shifts risk into future years and recommended instead fully funding the current estimate, making a larger reserve deposit, considering advance payments or pension-related uses, and finding additional non-Prop 98 solutions to reduce the state’s structural deficit. On the reserve and deferral items, Finance described revised PSSA deposits and withdrawals that would leave about $4.1 billion in the reserve by 2026-27, and both Finance and the LAO supported paying off the remaining LCFF and SCFF deferrals as good fiscal practice. Committee members questioned the size of the settle-up amount, the degree of revenue volatility, the use of the reserve, and the ongoing K-12/community college split. Finance said the proposal is meant to avoid overappropriation if revenues fall, while the LAO said a buffer of roughly $3.5 billion would address typical forecasting risk. Public commenters, including school boards, county offices of education, teachers, and advocacy groups, largely opposed the $5.6 billion withholding or settle-up delay, calling it a manipulation of Prop. 98 and urging full funding and more stable revenue solutions. Several speakers also urged dedicated funding for students experiencing homelessness. The hearing ended with no vote, and the chair announced that broader program discussions would occur in later hearings.

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• However, I hope this may at least serve as a foundation for any further exploration of Family Court Services
• In fact, research proves that mandated treatment works for this high-risk population because it keeps
• And when we fail to intervene, the consequences compound for the individual, for the taxpayer, and for
• Senator Lent for a motion.
• Senator Lent, for a motion.

Committee: Senate Judiciary and Rules

Keywords: 989, all

Transcript Highlights:

• This systemic effort will ensure best practices which allow for engagement in high-quality math learning
• high-quality instructional materials, comprehensive K-3 assessments, and immediate intervention for
• Throughout the year, the Office of Special Education has provided high-quality IEP trainings for educators
• I hope you've been able to see that we're excited about this. We have a passion for this work.
• for at-risk students.

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• requirements, but more importantly we work with the high school counselors. for those individuals that
• The negative amount that we can account for is really just some of those high demand levels.
• for the actual.
• Tom, thank you very much for what you do for our veterans.
• And we've got about a $12 million expansion that we hope to get a grant for from the VA in Killeen, which

Committee: House S/C on Defense & Veterans' Affairs

Keywords: 1184, house, all

Transcript Highlights:

• Thank you, Carly, for the introduction and high-level breakdown.
• It was kind of torture for a kid. And then we saw Bob Hope. Well, it's not 1938.
• So like for FY25, money out the door for LIDA was $33 million. Okay.
• for, for, uh, which we haven't made an offer for that is available for further deals.
• So like for FY25, money out the door for Lita was $33 million. Okay.

Committee: Senate Senate Finance

Keywords: 996, all

Transcript Highlights:

• Thank you for your time. I hope you please shoot down this really bad bill. Thank you. Thank you.
• The reason for the training is there are no federal requirements for training or background checks for
• Thank you for that.
• Not for...
• use for private living space by the dwelling's occupant. intended for use for private living space by

Bills: SB38 , SB17 , SB41 , SB264

Committee: House House Judiciary

Keywords: SB38, pet food, registered pet food, registration fee, fees, sunset repeal, repeal of repeal, revenue, state fee, business regulation, animal feed, pet food registration, New Mexico, gun control, firearm safety, dealer regulation, illegal trade, background checks, sexual crimes, statute of limitations

Transcript Highlights:

• Parole for life feels like we're saying a child is beyond hope.
• Thank you so much for sharing that, and I hope you have a great rest of your day.
• I hope we get to find out. Thank you. Thank you for your testimony. Any questions?
• So I thank you for your time and I hope you will oppose those sections of the bill.
• So I thank you for your time and I hope you will oppose those sections of the bill.

Committee: Joint Joint Committee on the Judiciary

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The Joint Committee on the Judiciary held a lengthy hearing on several juvenile justice and parole-related bills, with much of the testimony focused on H. 2051/S. 1087 to end lifetime parole for juveniles and emerging adults, and H. 1923 to raise the age of juvenile court jurisdiction to include 18-, 19-, and 20-year-olds. Chairs Brandy Fluker-Reid and Lydia Edwards opened the hearing by noting the large number of bills and witnesses, the need to keep testimony moving, and special procedures for incarcerated witnesses and sensitive testimony. They also acknowledged the historic nature of the hearing being chaired by two Black women attorneys. No votes were taken during the hearing itself. Many incarcerated speakers and advocates supported ending lifetime parole, arguing that young people can change, that lifetime supervision creates constant fear of technical violations, and that it undermines rehabilitation, family stability, employment, and reintegration. Several testified about their own trauma, youth, and growth in prison programs, while others emphasized the costs of decades of supervision and the racial disparities in the system. Support also came from elected officials, UTEC, the Transformational Prison Project, United Way, CPCS’s Youth Advocacy Division, the Massachusetts Coalition to Prevent Gun Violence, and others, who said juvenile systems are better suited to developmentally appropriate treatment and that the bills would improve public safety and reduce recidivism. There was also opposition, including testimony from family members of a murder victim who argued that lifetime parole should remain for serious violent crimes and that some offenders are not sufficiently rehabilitated. One virtual witness described a family tragedy involving the kidnapping and murder of her infant nephew and warned that ending lifetime parole could remove needed long-term supervision for dangerous offenders. In addition to the juvenile justice bills, the committee heard testimony on H. 1867, a bill related to continuing care for severe mental illness, and H. 2063, which would increase penalties for assaults on correction officers and other prison staff; the correction officers’ union supported H. 2063 and related safety bills. The hearing continued with many more witnesses and bill topics, but no final committee action was announced in the portion provided.

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• And uh I think that this creates a consistent, predictable path for individuals who are hoping to come
• And uh I think that this creates a consistent, predictable path for individuals who are hoping to come
• </c> so much for this bill and I surely hope so much for this bill and I surely hope it<00:08:25.360>
• Pain is one of the most common reasons for patients to see a doctor, and there's a high unmet need for
• </c><00:12:56.200><c> safe</c><00:12:56.600><c> and</c> high un- un- unmet need for safe and high un-

Committee: House Health Services

Keywords: 00:00 - Call to Order/Roll Call 01:17 - Discussion of 26RS SB 137 07:15 - Roll Call Vote on 26RS SB 137 09:42 - Discussion of 26RS SB 147 10:48 - Roll Call Vote on 26RS SB 147 11:56 - Discussion of 26RS SB 56 13:48 - Roll Call Vote on 26RS SB 56 14:43 - Discussion of 26RS SB 116 20:17 - Roll Call Vote on 26RS SB 116 21:23 - Adjournment, 958, all

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• </c> great for that star for so many others. great for that star for so many others.
• Our vaping rates have held steady for our high school students.
• </c> you for providing us the funding for you for providing us the funding for that.<02:23:22.000><c>
• </c><02:43:38.880><c> Um</c> positions for for the department. Um positions for for the department.
• </c> for our fleet or also for the public? for our fleet or also for the public?

Keywords: 910, house, all

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• I spent four years at Vanderbilt and got a degree in political science with high honors for a thesis
• So in my pro bono clinic, which is at Haven for Hope, the largest homeless shelter in San Antonio, we
• A greater variety of options and flexibility for products that offer these high concentrations is necessary
• I don't use it myself, but I hope for your favorable consideration on this bill, and if you have suggestions
• Yeah, for high acute care that other folks can't do? Correct.

Bills: HB46 , HB35 , HB4490 , HB4454 , HB2188 , HB3078 , HB4743 , HB2556 , HB46 , HB5342 , HB4783 , HB3785 , HB5278 , HB1639 , HB2581 , HB4224 , HB4070 , HB4099 , HB4882 , HB3794

Committee: House Public Health

Keywords: local government spending cap, expenditure limit, political subdivision, property tax, ad valorem tax, budget cap, taxpayer protection, spending restraint, inflation adjustment, population growth, voter approval, supermajority vote, county budget, municipal budget, school district finance, junior college district, hospital district, special district, attorney general enforcement, local fiscal limits

Transcript Highlights:

• for up to 45 days.
• than 30 days, they shall receive a monthly allowance for any premiums for coverage for the member under
• for dads.
• For sure. Right.
• for House Bill 1883; House Committee Substitute for House Bill 1783; House Committee Substitute for

Keywords: 959, house, all

Summary: The House convened after a quorum call and welcomed several guests and advocacy groups, including disability rights advocates, American Heart Association volunteers, and special guests connected to public safety, transportation, and Miss Missouri. After quorum was established, the chamber moved into House bills on perfection and formal passage. Members first debated House Committee Substitute for House Bill 2587, which would update Missouri law on unmanned aircraft and give trained law enforcement clearer authority to detect, track, and respond to dangerous drone activity around critical infrastructure and major events such as the upcoming FIFA World Cup matches. Supporters said it was needed for public safety and to align with federal law; some members raised concerns about FAA jurisdiction, commercial drone use, privacy, and possible future expansion. The substitute was adopted and ordered perfected and printed. The House then took up House Bill 1977, which removes notarization requirements for detention and evaluation applications and related documents when completed by certain qualified professionals; members said it would help rural hospitals and streamline 96-hour commitment paperwork. That bill was also adopted and ordered perfected and printed. The chamber next considered House Bill 2593, a Missouri National Guard and military affairs bill modernizing Guard authority to respond to cyber threats, updating awards and emergency relief provisions, and adding veterans’ recognition language. Three amendments were adopted: one creating a living organ donor leave/status provision for Guard members, one providing a monthly allowance to cover TRICARE or similar premiums for certain service members on state active duty, and one extending legal protections to Guard personnel activated for state emergency duty, similar to federal servicemember protections. The amended bill was then ordered perfected and printed. Finally, the House debated House Committee Substitute for House Bill 1948, the fatherhood bill creating a state fatherhood program to support community organizations and nonprofits that help fathers overcome barriers to involvement with their children. Supporters cited child welfare, poverty, incarceration, and reintegration benefits; opponents questioned whether it was an appropriate government role. An amendment was adopted to preserve certain driving, hunting/fishing, and occupational license relief for participating fathers who comply with child support or custody obligations. The amended bill was then ordered perfected and printed. The House also adopted House Bill 2473, which clarifies rules for real estate brokers’ trust accounts by allowing limited personal funds for service charges and permitting interest to be withdrawn within 30 days, and then adjourned after announcements and notice of bills to be considered on the next legislative day.

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• For your service. We truly appreciate it. Thank you. The best for everything.
• I know I'm out of time, so I thank you for your time and I hope that you consider these points.
• Leading up to May 20th, I lined up a babysitter, knowing childcare would be in high demand for such an
• We don't vote at the end for all of them. So I hope that, yeah. Thank you. Thank you.
• And I want to thank Emerson for his work and Erin for her work as well.

Committee: Joint Joint Committee on Election Laws

Keywords: 1212, all

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• for one minute.
• High, and it is long past time for us to do something about it.
• All, to unions, for all, to Child care for all, to making sure that we have a housing guarantee for
• to vote for it.
• For...

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Thursday, June 25, 2026, 1012, house, all

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• We're talking about juveniles who are at high risk for sex trafficking.
• Are there any other questions for Ms. Scott? Thank you for your testimony.
• Chief, thank you for being here. Thank you for your service.
• Thank you for what you do, and thank you for your testimony. Thank you.
• Thank you for being here for House Bill 1511. Thank you.

Bills: HB1511 , HB1831 , HB1988 , HB2147 , HB2234

Committee: House S/C on Juvenile Justice

Keywords: housing, affordable housing, state regulations, zoning, local government authority, drug court, juvenile justice, diversion programs, rehabilitation, criminal justice reform, remote proceedings, depositions, virtual hearings, court technology, criminal responsibility, age of maturity, expungement, mental health services, juvenile record sealing, 1184

Transcript Highlights:

• We'll call for a motion for those or any corrections. So moved, Mr. Chair.
• Each fund for each year.
• Jens, for your presentation. We have a couple of minutes for some questions.
• Our grant application deadline is April 7th, so we hope to have some more information for you on that
• What would they like to see for their town? 4. What hope do they have for their town?

Committee: House Legacy Finance

Transcript Highlights:

• We praise you for your greatness and your faithfulness. ...and hope for the future.
• If that number is $350,000, my hope is that it opens the door for more attorneys to be able to bring
• I move to concur in Senate Amendment 215-232 to CS for CS for CS for HB 1417.
• CS for CS for C.S. for House Bill 589.
• The question now occurs on final passage of CS for CS for CS for HB 589.

Summary: The House convened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, quorum calls, and introductory remarks, including recognition of former Representative Ardian Zika and law enforcement officer of the day Representative Chuck Brannan. Members also unveiled a portrait of Speaker Daniel Perez, with extended remarks praising his leadership and the institution of the House. The Speaker then explained the process for taking up returning messages from the Senate, noting that the House would consider Senate amendments to bills already passed by both chambers. The House first concurred in Senate amendments and passed CS/CS/HB 1503 on computer science education and certification, which adds computer science and artificial intelligence content to high school instruction and creates a teacher certification program, with implementation delayed to give the Department of Education time to develop curriculum. The chamber then considered CS/CS/HB 1085 on local government cybersecurity, adopting a House amendment to allow local governments to buy into the cyber grant program whether or not they receive a grant, add a five-year sunset, and keep the program under the Florida Digital Service rather than a university. The House concurred in the Senate amendment and passed the bill 104-1. Members also refused to concur in Senate amendments to CS/HB 351 on concurrent legislative jurisdiction over military installations and HB 6011 on reporting gifts or honoraria, sending both bills back to the Senate. The most extensive debate centered on CS/CS/HB 1471, which would create a process for designating domestic terrorist organizations and related restrictions. Supporters said the Senate amendment clarified the definition of “promote,” refined notice and timeline requirements, and aligned the bill with federal-style procedures; opponents argued it lacked due process, could chill speech, and gave the governor and cabinet unprecedented power without adequate evidentiary standards or judicial review. Members also debated a related public records bill, CS/CS/HB 1473, which would exempt certain records tied to the designation process; critics said the exemption would further reduce transparency and due process. Despite objections, the House adopted the amendments and passed HB 1471 by 80-25, while the public records measure was taken up as a technical companion to align with the newly amended bill.

Transcript Highlights:

• That's what we're here for.
• First, it calls for a convention to propose a balanced budget amendment for ratification.
• Any questions for Ms. Keene? Idaho for an Article 5 constitutional convention.
• I used to be for the call for a convention some time ago.
• That's a really high bar.

Summary: The Senate Judiciary and Rules Committee approved the February 11, 2026 minutes and then heard House Concurrent Resolution 25, which would apply for an Article V convention limited to proposing a balanced budget amendment, with a seven-year sunset on Idaho’s application. Senator Ricks and supporter Lauren Enz argued that federal debt is unsustainable, Congress has failed to act, and the states should use Article V pressure to force a balanced budget amendment. Supporters said the resolution is narrowly limited, that ratification would still require 38 states, and that Idaho should join the 28 states already on board. Opponents, including representatives of the Idaho GOP and several private citizens, warned that an Article V convention could not be safely limited, could become a runaway convention, and would place the Constitution at risk. They argued Congress, not the states, controls the process once a convention is called, and that the real problem is federal overreach and failure to follow the Constitution rather than the need for a new amendment. Several speakers also said Idaho should not pursue a balanced budget amendment while relying heavily on federal funds. After public testimony and committee discussion, Senator Foreman moved to send HCR 25 to the Senate floor with a due pass recommendation, seconded by Senator Ricks. The committee debated the risks of a convention versus the urgency of federal debt, then took a roll call vote. The motion failed 5-4, and HCR 25 was held in committee.

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• But the risk seems really high for consumers. I think, like Rep.
• This is sort of exactly what I was hoping for in that where the Fed steps back, we step in, giving DFI
• This is sort of exactly what I was hoping for in that where the Fed step back.
• Any other questions for Rose? Thank you very much. I hope you'll stay with us in case we need you.
• Yes, we at Kuka Rankin supply high-tech measuring equipment and have been doing this for about 100 years

Committee: House Consumer Protection & Business

Keywords: 904, all

Transcript Highlights:

• Thank you for the opportunity to present PCS for HB 291.
• All right, next up, we have PCS for House Bill 709, Esposito, high-li permit holders.
• I have PCS for House Bill 709, Esposito, high-li permit holders. You are recognized. Good morning.
• So, kind of for the reason I hope that made sense, I am going to be opposed to the bill.
• I ask for your support for this bill. With that, I close.

Summary: The committee met with a quorum and heard seven measures, including four bills and three proposed committee substitutes. HB 6033, repealing the Labor Pool Act, was presented as a cleanup measure to remove duplicative regulation; supporters argued workers would still be covered by OSHA, wage laws, workers’ compensation, and liability insurance, while opponents raised concerns about losing specific protections for day laborers. The bill was reported favorably on a 4-? vote, with several members voting no over concerns about worker protections. HB 453, dealing with pool and spa contractors, was described as a technical update to Chapter 489 that would better align licensing scopes with current industry practice and allow contractors to perform related work without stopping for additional licensed trades. An amendment making only drafting changes was adopted, and the bill passed unanimously. CS/HB 277 on veteran benefits assistance was also reported favorably unanimously after testimony focused on protecting veterans from predatory claims-assistance practices while preserving choice and requiring disclosures, fee limits, and data-security safeguards. The committee then approved PCS for HB 291, which would require personal mobility device batteries sold in Florida to meet an IPX-7 certification standard, after the sponsor cited fire risks from lithium-ion batteries; the measure passed unanimously. PCS for HB 709, allowing valid pari-mutuel permit holders to lease facilities to nearby high-li permit holders, was amended to require a minimum of 59 live performances and then passed unanimously. CS/HB 4011, expanding who may serve as a building official on Palm Beach County’s Building Code Advisory Board, passed unanimously as a good-government fix to fill vacancies. Finally, PCS for HB 499, allowing small craft breweries under 31,000 gallons to self-distribute, drew extensive testimony from brewers and distributors about small-business growth versus the three-tier alcohol system; despite concerns about weakening distribution safeguards, the bill was reported favorably by a 13-2 vote. The meeting then adjourned with no further business.

Transcript Highlights:

• Kapolei has newly established programs for Ka Ipu o ka I'na at Kapolei Middle and Kapolei High School
• >> So there was, for the middle and the high school, for the middle school the process for establishing
• school program or a high school program for students that are rising.
• school program or a high school program for students that are rising.
• </c><00:31:03.040><c> that</c> high school program for students that high school program for students

Keywords: 910, house, all

Summary: The committee heard testimony on several education resolutions, beginning with HCR 11 and HR 14, which ask the Board of Education and the State Public Charter School Commission to report on improving access to stable, suitable, and affordable facilities for public charter schools. The Charter School Commission supported the measure, and OHA also supported it while noting long-standing facility challenges, the lack of a dedicated facilities appropriation, and the strain on charter schools that have had to use operating funds for buildings and temporary structures. Kealakehe Academy, Hawaii Technology Academy, and several individuals also testified in support. The committee then took up HCR 181 and HR 171, which seek a shared decision-making committee to develop an action plan for a K-12 Ka Waihona School in Kapolei. The Department of Education said it has already developed a strategic plan for Kaipuni education, has expanded immersion programs over the past decade, and is addressing growth through interim guidance and a new priority placement process. Community witnesses, including representatives of Ke Alo Ever, strongly supported the resolutions, emphasizing the need for a K-12 pathway, the importance of Hawaiian language and culture, and the role of community voice in planning. They argued that teacher shortages, especially for licensed Hawaiian immersion teachers, remain a major barrier and proposed a kumu recruitment and retention program tied to community, UH, and DOE partnerships. The committee also heard HCR 187 and HR 177, which urge the Department of Education to begin initiatives to address teacher retention statewide. DOE and the University of Hawaiʻi College of Education said teacher retention is already being addressed through the Teacher Education Coordinating Committee, a five-year plan focused on building capacity, improving satisfaction, and compensation, and a new DOE human resources plan. In response to questions, DOE said it is seeking better school-level data on why teachers leave, is preparing for contract negotiations, and is working with the standards board and DLIR on an apprenticeship-related grant. TECC representatives said the group has been working since the pandemic era, may narrow its focus to retention as the most actionable area, and expects to provide more concrete recommendations in its annual report. The transcript ends as the committee moves on to the next item, HCR 47 and HR 43, without showing any votes or final actions on the measures heard.