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• And again, I request... ...that this be withdrawn. Thank you.
• And that legislation set up the... ...came into the building in 2017.
• And so what this legislation does is it acts on one of the... ...getting into it.
• In that legislation, we created protections for environmental justice communities.
• Those members joining with him in this request, please rise and be counted.

Keywords: 1212, all

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• When hospitalization is not the appropriate level of care.
• And and I don't know why if legislation.
• >> Call legislative citation, Mr.
• Colleagues, I'd like to recognize my legislative intern today.
• </c> studies and this semester's legislative studies and this semester's legislative internship,<00:49

Keywords: Convene 00:00 Senate Message 05:49 Calendar/2nd Readings 06:27 Report of Committees 08:12 Orders of the Day/HB 485 09:40 HB 43 23:13 HB 139 25:09 HB 414 31:49 HB 297 36:16 Motions, Petitions, and Communications 41:08 Introduction of New Bills and Resolutions 51:25 Recess for ConC/Rules Meeting 53:41 ConC/Rules Report 56:40 Floor Amendments 57:54 Adjournment 58:17, 958, all

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• Um, we'd have to request these specific every time. Like if you wanted, right?
• It wouldn't go on every bill, but if we requested that they would, right?
• Requested that they would, right?
• for this kind of information a year to 500 requests for this information, I’m going to come back and
• What would we do if you did have legislation that tried to just harass you?

Bills: HB402 , HB402

Committee: House Urban and Rural Development

Keywords: rural impact, legislation, agriculture, school funding, transparency, data assessment, rural communities, land bank authority, property acquisition, tax-delinquent properties, real estate management, local government revenue, floodplain management, stormwater drainage, emergency powers, 1136, house, all

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• The review will determine the future will is a valid exercise of delegated legislative authority.
• Reiterate statutory material is improper form is consistent with legislative intent requires a technical
• I know that many of us have worked on a number of initiatives over our time in legislative service.
• And this is in that situation, we listed some conditions that would approach the appropriate appropriate
• This is an important piece of legislation.

Keywords: 999, senate, all

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• But that really doesn't have a bearing on the fact of the claimant's request for compensation.
• The amendment also requires DHS, on request, to provide technical assistance to the Arizona State Fair
• and county health departments, on request from the respective county fair, to assist with compliance
• There are some big flaws in this legislation. One of the biggest ones...
• There are some big flaws in this legislation.

Committee: Senate Senate Natural Resources Committee of Reference

Summary: The committee approved the minutes from February 3 and February 10, 2026, then heard two nominations. Jessica Manuel was introduced as a nominee to the Arizona Game and Fish Commission. She described a science-focused background and experience with state and multi-agency work, and members discussed wildlife management, including gray wolves and conservation. The committee voted 8-0 to recommend her confirmation. Stephen Williams was then introduced as a nominee to the Arizona Livestock Loss Board. He emphasized his experience with the State Land Department and livestock operators, and members asked about compensation claims and wolf-related livestock losses. The committee voted unanimously to recommend his confirmation as well. The committee next considered SB 1785, which would codify ADWR’s existing one-mile safe-harbor policy for recovery wells near groundwater storage facilities. Supporters said it would provide certainty and preserve current practice, while ADWR requested clarifying language about the bill’s definitions. Opponents argued it would lock current policy into statute and could reduce flexibility. The bill received a 5-3 do-pass recommendation. SB 1082, which would impose sanitation and handwashing requirements on petting zoos and similar animal encounter exhibits, drew emotional testimony from a parent advocate describing children hospitalized with STEC HUS after a state fair petting zoo exposure, while opponents said the bill was unnecessary and overly burdensome. The committee adopted the sponsor’s amendment but then deadlocked 4-4, so the bill failed. The committee then took up SB 1336, a continuation and reform bill for the Arizona State Land Department that also created a temporary oversight committee and, through a large amendment, added lease, notice, and committee-structure changes. Supporters from mining and agriculture backed the measure as a way to improve predictability and transparency, while some members objected to the amendment’s scope and the committee’s composition. The amendment passed 4-3 and the bill as amended was recommended 6-2. SB 1200, an emergency measure directing ADWR to revisit certain Phoenix AMA assured water supply applications using older groundwater models, was supported by the sponsor but opposed by CAP/GRD and ADWR, who warned it would add replenishment obligations and rely on outdated models; it passed 5-3. SB 1335, requiring the Arizona Water Banking Authority Commission to post its annual report online, passed 7-0-1. SB 1559, creating rural groundwater management work groups in each basin with NRCD involvement and annual reporting to ADWR, drew support from conservation district representatives and opposition from Mohave County interests concerned it would not address overpumping; it passed 5-3. Finally, SB 1761, appropriating $47.7 million to the University of Arizona for its desert agriculture, Cooperative Extension, and experiment station programs, was presented as a land-grant mission funding measure and received broad support from agriculture and several members, with some concerns about budget priorities and the size of the appropriation.

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• not designed to apply. to amendments or renewals of permits, and the goal of this legislation is to
• I respectfully request the right to close. Sure. Members, any questions? All right.
• Even me, as a state legislator for 14 years...
• The operator requests whatever remediation is necessary to keep it up.
• The staff would assist them with calculating the appropriate rate to meet the 5%.

Bills: HB29 , HB685 , HB1633 , HB1689 , HB1690 , HB1918 , HB2010 , HB2500 , HB2608 , HB2626 , HB29

Committee: House Natural Resources

Keywords: water audit, water loss, water loss mitigation plan, municipally owned utility, municipal utility, water conservation, Texas Water Development Board, TCEQ, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, water leakage, leak detection, billing data accuracy, utility validation, water audit validation, water scarcity, water management, infrastructure, public utility, conservation plan, administrative penalty

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• It's sort of a appropriation.
• </c> there's also some appropriations there's also some appropriations um<00:13:00.000><c> going</c><
• </c> Um next one there's one appropriation Um next one there's one appropriation going<00:13:29.120><
• </c> Um, line 39 there's one appropriation Um, line 39 there's one appropriation going<00:13:40.280><
• requested? requested?

Committee: Senate Finance

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• I’m the legislative liaison for the Department of Corrections.
• We just want to go on record in support of this legislation.
• So this legislation, we’re hoping to be able to assist with addressing these issues as they arise.
• Local law enforcement requests assistance from the current Office of Investigations.
• Local law enforcement request assistance from the current office of investigations.

Committee: House Corrections and Public Institutions

Keywords: 959, house, all

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• In the work of that group, they reviewed various legislative statutes where it was deemed appropriate
• uh legislative um previous existing<00:10:47.920><c> legislative</c><00:10:49.279><c> statutes</c><00
• :10:50.560><c> where</c><00:10:51.200><c> it</c> existing legislative statutes where it existing legislative
• So the amount requested was to...
• </c> about the appropriate scope of practice. about the appropriate scope of practice.

Bills: SB2936 , SB2850 , SB2851 , SB2521

Committee: House Health

Keywords: accessible parking, disability, kupuna, public accommodations, small business exemptions, Hawaii Revised Statutes, parking permit, blind, deaf, accessibility, deafness, traffic safety, law enforcement, vehicle registration, communication, emergency services, commercial driver's license, first responders, public safety, authorized emergency vehicle

Summary: The committee heard testimony on several health-related bills. HB 1871, establishing a maternal health monitoring pilot program, drew support from the Department of Health, the Hawaii State Commission on Status of Women, and the Hawaii affiliate of the American College of Nurse Midwives, with testimony urging provider-neutral language so midwives and other qualified providers would not be excluded. HB 1977, requiring a maternal and infant health information mobile app, received support from ACNM and Philips, which said similar apps in other states improved awareness of services and helped families navigate care; a member asked the Department of Health about implementation time. HB 1858, relating to certificates of fetal deaths, was supported by the Department of Health and clinicians, who said the current statute is outdated and inconsistent with CDC guidance; the department and a physician testified that the bill should shift documentation responsibilities to physicians and APRNs, and members discussed optional versus mandatory issuance language and whether the bill would improve data on home births and transfers. The committee also heard HB 1591, expanding definitions for preceptor and volunteer-based clinical training to improve income tax credits. The Department of Health supported the measure but preferred a similar, broader bill; Taxation suggested clarifying terms; the University of Hawaii and the State Center for Nursing supported it. ACNM asked that midwifery preceptors and Hawaii-based students enrolled in mainland programs be included, while the Hawaii Public Health Institute supported expansion of the program as a workforce solution. HB 1574, on the health care education loan repayment program, also drew broad support, including from the governor, SHPDA, OHA, and health organizations, but ACNM raised concerns that the bill’s 30% Medicaid-client threshold could exclude many providers and limit participation. For HB 1575, creating a feasibility committee on Parkinson’s patient air transport, the Department of Health supported the intent but said transportation is more likely an insurance or benefit issue and suggested redirecting funds to Parkinson’s research; the Michael J. Fox Foundation and the Hawaii Parkinson Association supported the bill, citing inter-island travel barriers and high costs for patients and caregivers. HB 1854, establishing certification of community behavioral health clinics, was supported by the Department of Health and DHS, which said certification would help clinics qualify for enhanced Medicaid reimbursement and expand access; the Attorney General’s office raised a legal concern about the special fund language and recommended a purpose section, and the committee discussed whether the fund would be self-sustaining and noted a possible amendment to change membership language and reduce the board size if the amendment moved forward.

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• </c> today. uh you requested today. uh you requested uh<00:07:42.400><c> me</c><00:07:42.560><c> to</
• But including that appropriation, that increase to our appropriation, our appropriation has increased
• Um Michael more requested speaker.
• <c> an</c> appropriate legislation provide for an appropriate legislation provide for an efficient<01
• </c> legislators to provide for that system. legislators to provide for that system.

Keywords: 958, all

Summary: The meeting focused on Kentucky school choice and innovation, with discussion of the state constitution’s “common schools” requirement and how that has been interpreted alongside newer education models. Chairman Tipton described model laboratory schools, Gatton and Craft Academies, magnet and virtual programs, and said these options show that Kentucky has long expanded opportunity through innovation. He then turned the discussion to Senate Bill 207, which he said was designed to support schools of innovation. Senator Steve West reviewed the history of Kentucky charter schools and explained that SB 207 was modeled on a South Carolina approach. He said the bill allows a local school board to contract with a third-party entity to manage an existing school, seek waivers from certain state rules, and receive SEEK funding while also allowing outside private investment. He emphasized that the district initiates the process, that the school remains public, and that the bill includes accountability through a time-limited contract that can be ended if the school is not performing. Members asked about the difference between SB 207 and the earlier charter school law, whether schools could cherry-pick students, and whether teachers would remain district employees. West and Tipton said the new model is tied to an existing school rather than a new charter, cannot cherry-pick students, and keeps teachers as district employees. Representative Brown raised concerns that charters and exceptions could leave some children out, especially lower-income students, while West responded that the proposal is intended to expand choice for families who may not otherwise have it and cited examples from other states where similar models improved low-performing schools. No vote or formal action was taken during the discussion.

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• </c> we went through all of the legislative we went through all of the legislative priorities<00:25:01.760
• 15:32.719><c> for</c> &gt;&gt; Seeing no further request for &gt;&gt; Seeing no further request for what
• </c> that all members have five legislative that all members have five legislative days<02:19:22.080>
• Madam Speaker, I request spending.
• </c><02:51:44.319><c> And</c> last year's appropriated levels. And last year's appropriated levels.

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, 1012, house, all

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• Senate Bill 1476 is a request bill from the CLo.
• Our requested change in the statute just makes the language clearer.
• Sarah Hicks, you reckon that's her request. You reckon that's her question.
• Where the piece of legislation, I don't remember what the bill number was.
• Again, I just think this is a very pro-life legislation.

Bills: SB843 , SB1733 , SB1476 , SB1237 , SB1410 , SB1894 , SB1272 , SB1204 , SB1721 , SB1725 , SB1735 , SB1337 , SB1339 , SB1461 , SB1975

Committee: Senate Education

Keywords: school boards, educational governance, conflict of interest, employee relations, Oklahoma statutes, child abuse, reporting requirements, sexual misconduct, law enforcement, school personnel, confidentiality, student safety, land office, land exchange, investment, education funding, real estate management, Teachers' Bill of Rights, education, teachers' rights

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• Under Rule 31, it is referred to the Committee on Appropriations.
• body or planning commission explicitly requests one.
• We heard from Legislative Council.
• That's by request. >> Your request is granted, Senator.
• 33:30.080><c> of</c> concur and has requested a committee of concur and has requested a committee of

Keywords: 927, senate, all

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• Jimmy Sade, Legislative District 12. Representative Patty Contreras and Minority Whip Travers...
• House Bill 2245 is additionally referred to the Committee on Appropriations.
• , federalism, military, and appropriations; HB 4022, public works; HB 4023, ethnic studies, education
• Representative Gillette, was your request to speak button pushed? Mr.
• First reading of bills: H.B. 2960, Veterans Court Fund grant program, Appropriations.

Keywords: 1182, all

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• This legislation session, we’re encouraging This legislative session, we’re encouraging two bills, S.
• So we urge you to strengthen this legislation and appreciate the opportunity to testify today.
• So we urge you to strengthen this legislation and appreciate the opportunity to testify today.
• A similar appropriation request In Senate Bill S-570.
• A similar appropriation request to fund S-570 will be submitted to the legislature in the coming days

Bills: S2542

Committee: Joint Joint Committee on Bonding, Capital Expenditures and State Assets

Keywords: climate resilience, resilience bond bill, environmental bond, infrastructure spending, flood control, coastal resilience, PFAS, clean water, wetlands, nature-based solutions, housing permitting, flood disclosure, land conservation, biodiversity, forest reserves, municipal vulnerability preparedness, MVP grant program, food security, agricultural resilience, solid waste

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• Persons disrupting legislative proceedings are subject to removal, arrest, or other appropriate legal
• I request unanimous consent to suspend Assembly Rule 506. Thank you.
• At the request of the author, I request unanimous consent to withdraw AB 898, Brian, from engrossing
• All requests to adjourn in memory will be deemed read and printed in the journal.
• All requests to adjourn in memory will be deemed red and printed in the journal.

Summary: The Assembly convened without a quorum, completed the roll call, and then proceeded with the day’s business after a prayer, pledge, and a moment of silence for victims of the Texas flooding. Procedural motions suspended several rules to allow committee notices, guest seating, and the withdrawal of AB 898 back to the Senate. Members also made several guest introductions, including family members, interns, and scouting troop visitors. On the floor, AB 1416 by Assembly Member Ta, a taxation bill, was concurred in with Senate technical amendments by a 60-0 vote. ACR 1, designating October 23 as Korean Ginseng Day, was adopted by voice vote after supportive remarks highlighting Korean culture and the health benefits of ginseng; 62 coauthors were added without objection. The Assembly also heard SB 119, the budget-related human services trailer bill, with extensive debate over CalWORKs, CalFresh, child welfare reporting, and housing/homelessness programs. Supporters framed it as a needed anti-poverty and safety-net measure, while opponents criticized it as expanding dependency and failing to address fraud and work requirements. SB 119 passed on a 54-11 vote. The second-day consent calendar, including AJR 16 on the Tijuana River, was adopted 71-0, and the remaining consent items AJR 15 and SB 765 were also adopted 71-0. The session concluded with adjournments in memory of Contra Costa County Supervisor Federal Glover, followed by announcements of upcoming committee hearings and the next floor session before adjournment until July 10 at 9 a.m.

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• Once it becomes a legislative space rather than executive branch space.
• Or whatever, and the executive branch can't charge the legislative branch or vice versa? Mr.
• So cabinet agencies, elected officials, but not judicial and not legislative, as you said.
• Elected officials, but not judicial and not legislative, as you said.
• Legislative or judicial. Okay. Okay. Okay. Some squatters moved in.

Bills: SB2014

Committee: Senate Appropriations - Government Operations Division

Keywords: industrial commission, economic development, housing finance, oil and gas, rail infrastructure, financial assistance, emergency funding, 908, all

Summary: The Government Operations Division met to continue work on the remaining bill and related amendments. Joe Morse asked the committee to include a $219,000 general fund replacement for rent that would no longer be collected from Career and Technical Education after the 15th floor of the tower becomes legislative space under the Legislative Council’s jurisdiction. Members discussed that state law currently requires rent only from executive branch office space, not legislative or judicial space, and there was no objection to adding the request to the amendment package. The committee then revisited a set of amendments it had previously discussed, including whether to include funding for Prairie Public. Senator Dwyer argued against any Prairie Public funding, citing its reserves, endowment, and charitable gaming revenue, and said the state should prioritize other needs. Senator Irby supported a one-time infrastructure contribution as the state shares in related infrastructure costs. Senator Sickler said Prairie Public still provides unique local programming, but that a one-time infrastructure item would be a reasonable compromise rather than ongoing operating support. A motion was made and seconded to provide Prairie Public $850,000 from the Strategic Investment and Improvement Fund for infrastructure needs. The roll call vote failed 3-2, with Senators Sickler and Irby voting aye, Senators Dwyer and Burkhard voting no, and Chairman Wanzek voting yes. After that vote, the committee indicated the amendment package was otherwise complete, though leadership had asked that final action on the bill be held for a little longer. The meeting adjourned with the understanding that more amendments could still be brought forward before the next meeting.

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• for information, request for proposal, and request for quote.
• And then what happens is there's a process in place that's within the legislation for an agency to be
• And then what happens is there's a process in place that's within the legislation for an agency to be
• We've seen a lot of big contracts moving forward, and the objective with this legislation is to ensure
• We've seen a lot of big contracts moving forward, and the objective with this legislation is to ensure

Committee: House State Affairs

Keywords: 989, all

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• </c> appropriately and so on. appropriately and so on.
• . appropriation. appropriation.
• That was a $6 million appropriation, and I believe $1.4 million is requested to be extended from fiscal
• year 27 to fiscal year 30. $6 million appropriation, and I believe $1.4 million is requested to be extended
• </c> fiscal year 24 appropriation. fiscal year 24 appropriation.

Committee: Senate Finance

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• Chairman, I respectfully, uh, request your favorable consideration.
• That being said, um, I wish to request favorable consideration of HB 464.
• Um, I, I request favorable consideration. Reserve the right to close.
• We appreciate, uh, Representative Gonzalez bringing this important legislation.
• That being said, thank you very much, and I request favorable consideration.

Bills: HB205

Committee: House Environmental Regulation

Keywords: disaster recovery, economic development, grants, loans, infrastructure support