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• Um, members, I know this is a very special day at the Capitol.
• He was a distinguished gentleman that was loved by many in this Capitol.
• And I'll tell you from a litigation standpoint, sir, we have requested to view this algorithm, but we
• 4096 allows voters who do not support any of the candidates on the ballot proposition to make their views
• I, I spend a lot of time at the Capitol, but I don't get to say that very often.

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• , then show my ID to check in a hotel, then show my ID to get through the barrier gate around the Capitol
• father lived a life that was worthy of tribute and honor on the House floor of the United States Capitol
• Speaker, in 2018, a gunman killed these five members of our hometown newspaper, the Capitol Gazette.
• Ambassador Owens, a proud Erie, Pennsylvania native, began working on Capitol Hill in the early 2000s
• Capitol Hill in the early 2000s and joined my office during his first term.

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, 1012, house, all

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• So, like, at the Capitol complex, it's the eatery and then the pop machines and then the candy machines
• In response to Auditor Gallin's question, this came up, as Sherry mentioned, related to the Capitol Cafe
• You know, we're just talking about, you know, things that the Capitol is, but are they all supposed to
• Morset brought up going out for bids in the Capitol, and I don't think we've always done that.
• Viewed through this lens, salaries and benefits are our primary cost at 69%, plus an additional 5% for

Summary: The task force reviewed survey results from state agencies on potential statutory revisions, with Levi reporting 70 proposals from 20 agencies and noting that about 33 might become agency pre-file bills. Members discussed the need to share the survey more broadly within higher education and to better coordinate issues involving IT and other cross-agency functions. The task force then heard from the Office of Management and Budget on three topics: concessions, architect/engineering pre-qualification, and legal notices. OMB said the concessions law is outdated and inconsistent with current practice, and suggested a collaborative rewrite to allow best-value evaluation, raise the threshold, and standardize solicitation templates. On architect/engineering pre-qualification, OMB proposed expanding authority beyond current state-agency limits and creating uniform templates. On legal notices, OMB proposed modernizing publication requirements, exploring online and abbreviated notices, and working with newspapers and other stakeholders on technology and accessibility improvements. Members asked about where concession revenues go, whether political subdivisions must follow the same rules, and how to move from discussion to action. The task force agreed to have OMB work with Legislative Council and affected stakeholders to develop bill drafts, and the motion passed unanimously. The University of North Dakota then presented a series of proposed revisions focused on public buildings and procurement. UND asked to rework the definition of construction so routine maintenance and one-for-one replacements over $250,000 would not automatically trigger public-improvement requirements, suggested raising the threshold to $500,000, and asked for more flexibility based on project complexity and risk. UND also proposed changes to public bid advertisements to reflect electronic bidding, revisions to construction manager-at-risk selection criteria, changes to architect/engineer procurement rules, an increase in the direct-hire design threshold, and a higher legislative-consent threshold for privately funded projects. The task force supported having UND work with counsel and OMB to develop bill drafts, and that motion also passed. The Department of Public Instruction concluded with proposed cleanup to credentialing and education statutes. DPI recommended reviewing its credential categories for relevance, possibly transferring credentialing authority to the Education Standards and Practices Board, removing outdated school safety patrol language, clarifying waiver provisions, and updating dyslexia screening reporting requirements so the statute reflects current practice. Members focused mainly on whether the dyslexia reporting requirement should remain, and DPI said the screening itself would continue even if reporting language were revised. No votes were taken on DPI’s suggestions, and the task force recessed after the presentation.

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• They view both parties the same, and they see nothing being done for them.
• As CSAC recently wrote in response to his passing, Steve turned CSAC into a force at the Capitol while
• I rise as chair of the Capitol Caucus to acknowledge the extraordinary Steve Zaley, who was a treasure

Keywords: 987, senate, all

Summary: The Senate convened with a quorum, opened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, and recognized several birthdays and guests. The body then handled procedural motions, including a successful motion to advance measures reported by the Budget and Fiscal Review Committee and to adopt authors’ amendments, both on 28-8 votes. AB 28 and AB 2539 were moved to the inactive file at the request of the authors. The Senate also confirmed two gubernatorial appointments: Maggie Hallahan to the Bodina Waterways Commission and Kansasaki to the Building Standards Commission, both by unanimous roll call. On third reading, the Senate adopted SR 112, designating June 14-20 as Familial Adenomatous Polyposis Awareness Week, with remarks emphasizing the importance of family health history, early screening, and cancer prevention. The chamber also adopted SCR 181, declaring June 10 Family Justice Center Day in California; supporters described Family Justice Centers as trauma-informed, wraparound service hubs for survivors of domestic violence, elder abuse, child abuse, and human trafficking, and several members and advocates from the California Family Justice Center Network were introduced in the gallery. The Senate then debated and passed SJR 18, a resolution opposing Citizens United and urging limits on corporate and dark-money spending in elections. Supporters argued that unlimited political spending undermines democracy and transparency, while opponents raised concerns about unions, nonprofit advocacy, and the need for broader campaign finance reform; the resolution passed 28-8. The consent calendar and special consent calendar were adopted without objection, with item 93 receiving a 35-0 vote and the remaining consent items passing unanimously. The session concluded with adjournment-in-memory tributes for Larry Mazzola, Sr., a longtime San Francisco labor leader; Steve Zaley, a longtime county and state public servant; and James J. McClain Sr., a retired Air Force master sergeant and postal worker. The Senate announced it would recess and reconvene on Monday, June 15, 2026, at 2 p.m.

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• Welcome to the most exciting committee in the Capitol. Thank you.
• The most exciting committee in the Capitol.
• there ...is very difficult for businesses to really look at, you know, from a profit margin point of view

Bills: HCR77, HB81, HB512, HB663, HB717, HB1194

Keywords: crawfish, agricultural labor, H-2B program, H-2A program, labor shortage, temporary workers, Louisiana economy, HCR77, crawfish industry, H-2B visa, seasonal labor, agriculture, immigration, arborist, property disputes, tree trimming, neighborhood, landowner rights, Delta Economic Research and Sustainability District, board of commissioners

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• This is, um, my view is this is a more enforceable.
• Also, you know, if you're looking at folks that are trying to infiltrate the Capitol building or something
• when it comes to the financial aspect of things, so I'm less, I'm less likely to take that point of view

Bills: HB 214

Keywords: Texas Women's Privacy Act, HB 214, sex-segregated facilities, bathroom bill, restroom access, locker room, changing room, shower room, single-sex spaces, gender identity, transgender, biological sex, women's privacy, public facilities, state agency, political subdivision, correctional facility, prison housing, jail housing, family violence shelter

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• It is really viewed as a pilot program.
• My own view is that those should largely be institutionally agnostic.
• We're talking about a state view of what we can do to improve outcomes.
• We are going to recess and reconvene in Capitol Room 113.
• We have now reconvened in Room 113 here in the Capitol.

Keywords: 987, senate, all

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• of Florida to be fixed to this proclamation convened in the legislature in special session at the Capitol
• However, Senators, it's not just about my views.

Keywords: 999, senate, all

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• Any absent members should make their way to Room 444 of the State Capitol.
• Members should make their way to Room 444 of the State Capitol.
• Our view is that the replacement of human actors with computer-generated synthetics, perhaps trained
• So when I was chair of AI, I actually distinctly remember being on a tour of Capitol Records, and they

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• just register a position on the bill today, you may do so by registering at any Senate kiosk at the Capitol
• register a position on the bill today, you may do so by registering at any Senate kiosk or at the Capitol
• Okay, all are free to move about the Capitol.
• We feel like our review, our views, feel that this issue has not been studied in enough detail yet to

Bills: SB208, SB628, SB777, SB1042, SB2354, SB2477, SB2521, SB2523, SB2608, SB2703, SB2778, SB2835, SB2965, SB2367, SB3044

Keywords: workforce housing, capital investment fund, affordable housing, housing development, Texas housing laws, loan programs, community development, Texas housing, zero-interest loans, low-income housing, nonprofit organizations, construction, economic stability, housing affordability, capital investment, Texas housing policy, county fire code, fire marshal, local government code, interlocal agreement

Summary: The Senate Committee on Local Government met with a quorum and limited public testimony to two minutes per person. The committee heard Senate Bill 628 by Senator Zaffirini, which would clarify that counties may enter interlocal agreements with emergency service districts to administer and enforce county fire codes, including for multi-county ESDs in the committee substitute. Witnesses from Travis County ESD-11, the Travis County Fire Marshal’s Office, and a member of the public supported the bill as a way to reduce duplication, costs, and jurisdictional confusion. Public testimony was closed and the committee substitute was left pending. The committee then heard several housing-related bills. Senate Bill 208 by Senator West would create a Workforce Housing Capital Investment Fund to provide zero-interest loans to nonprofit builders for workforce housing; Habitat for Humanity representatives, a Brownsville nonprofit developer, and housing advocates supported it as a way to finance infrastructure and land development for affordable homes. Senate Bill 2835 by Senator Johnson would allow cities to opt into single-stair apartment buildings for small-scale, multi-story housing; supporters said the design is safe and could expand housing supply, while the Texas APA expressed qualified opposition over code-process concerns and fire-safety questions. Both bills were left pending after testimony. Additional bills heard included SB 1042 updating the Kimble County Hospital District’s enabling law; SB 1708, a committee substitute protecting familial property divisions from platting requirements; SB 2778 raising the ESD expenditure threshold requiring board approval from $2,000 to up to $50,000; SB 2608 expanding LIHTC eligibility for certain public housing projects; SB 3044 adding board representation for Marfa and Presidio on the Presidio County Underground Water Conservation District and adjusting an exemption; SB 2367 extending park board authority to Waller County; SB 2523 clarifying ETJ reduction procedures and owner opt-out rights; SB 2521 requiring death-certificate reporting to appraisal districts to help address squatting and homestead exemption issues; and SB 2477 easing office-to-residential conversions in larger cities. In each case, the bills were laid out, testimony was taken, and the measures were left pending subject to call of the chair. The committee then recessed until 15 to 30 minutes after adjournment.

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• I represent District 65A, which is Frogtown, Midway, and part of the Capitol in the Senate.
• I represent District 65A, which is Frogtown, Midway, and part of the Capitol in the Senate.
• I represent District 65A, which is Frogtown, Midway, and part of the Capitol in the Senate.
• I represent District 65A, which is Frogtown, Midway, and part of the Capitol in the Senate.
• I represent District 65A, which is Frogtown, Midway, and part of the Capitol in the Senate.

Keywords: 1183, house

Summary: The committee held an introductory organizational meeting for the newly named Workforce and Economic Development Committee, with Chair Dave Baker noting a quorum and that no votes or formal actions were scheduled. Members and staff introduced themselves and described their districts, backgrounds, and priorities. Several members emphasized worker protections, labor experience, small business concerns, rural economic issues, and the importance of balancing employer and employee interests. Others highlighted education-to-workforce pathways, affordability, support for seniors, and opportunities for immigrant and refugee communities. Chair Baker said he wants the committee to find a balance between protecting labor and ensuring a strong employment base, fair rules, and fair taxes, while also acknowledging concerns about recent policy trends and the need to get proposals right before they leave the committee. Members from both parties echoed themes of collaboration and economic opportunity, though some Republicans criticized past rules and regulations as burdensome on small businesses. The committee also welcomed nonpartisan staff and DFL/GOP staff, including the committee administrator, legislative assistant, House Research, and fiscal analysis staff. The committee then received an overview from DEED Commissioner Matt Varilek and deputy commissioners. Varilek described DEED’s mission as empowering growth of the Minnesota economy for everyone, increasing prosperity and extending it broadly, and coordinating with other agencies such as Labor and Industry to avoid duplication and use taxpayer dollars efficiently. He said DEED focuses on business attraction, retention, and expansion, workforce development, and helping Minnesotans—including people with disabilities—prepare for jobs and independent living. A deputy commissioner began outlining the economic development division’s structure and operations, but the transcript cuts off before the full presentation was completed.

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• This morning we are in Room 437 at the Capitol.
• From the park owner's point of view, not the seller's point of view.
• And I would also indicate—no, no, I'm asking, so from a buyer and seller point of view, okay?
• I'm asking, so from a buyer and seller point of view, okay, that's something completely different.
• So it sounds like I'll again turn to legal counsel, but the current state of the law, in our view, under

Summary: The Assembly Housing and Community Development Committee heard four items, including one consent bill, and began before quorum was established. AB 760, by Assemblymember Ta, would temporarily allow mobile home park-owned homes to be rented to people displaced by a natural disaster in areas under a declared state of emergency, including adjacent jurisdictions. Supporters said it would quickly add housing after fires, floods, or earthquakes; there was no opposition at the hearing, and members generally praised the narrow committee amendments. The bill later passed on a due-pass-as-amended vote. Chair Haney presented AB 1445, which would let cities create downtown recovery districts to finance office-to-housing conversions and other downtown revitalization projects using growth in property tax revenue. Support came from the California Travel Association, Housing Action Coalition, IKEA, Spur, Abundant Housing, and Circulate San Diego, with members saying the bill could help downtowns recover and expand mixed-use housing. The committee voiced support and interest in broader use of the tool, and the bill was approved on a due-pass-as-amended vote. AB 456, by Assemblymember Connolly, drew the most extensive debate. The bill would prohibit mobile home park managers from requiring interior repairs or improvements as a condition of sale and would require timely written lists of exterior repairs, with supporters arguing that park managers are interfering with sales and delaying closings. Opponents, led by the Western Manufactured Housing Communities Association, argued that interior inspections are needed to protect buyers and park residents from unsafe conditions and potential liability. Members raised questions about safety, disclosure, HCD oversight, and liability; after discussion, the bill was moved on a due-pass-as-amended vote, with some members not voting or expressing reservations. The committee also approved the consent calendar.

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• WE HAVE AN ONGOING CAPITOL IMPROVEMENT PROJECT THAT FORECASTS THE RECEIPT OF THE FUNDS.
• AS IT RELATES TO QUESTIONS ABOUT FINANCE, BONDING, CAPITOL PROJECTS, THINGS LIKE THAT.
• ON THEIR NEEDS TO BE A CAPITOL IMPROVEMENT AND WE HAVE TO BOND FOR SOMETHING AND INCUR DEBT FOR SOMETHING
• , WE ARE NOT THEN MAKING THE CITIES -- UNINCORPORATED DADE RESPONSIBLE FOR CAPITOL IMPROVEMENT.
• Pizzo: WHEN YOU ARE GOING TO SECURE DEBT FOR CAPITOL IMPROVEMENT, ARE THEY USING THE CREDIT RATING OR

Keywords: 999, senate, all

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• firm in conviction when faced with pressure and the grace to listen with open hearts to differing views
• . views. views.
• We all have different views. We all have different priorities, but we have to trust the system.
• We all have We all have different views.
• <02:04:40.480> is and so we want to encourage my view is and so we want to encourage my view

Keywords: 916, all

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• As we fly the rainbow flag over our state Capitol, let us remember what the colors stand for: life, healing
• if it contains dishonesty, if it divides us, or if it speaks in a manner that does not reflect the views
• So where we left off about the extremist views that are endorsed in this resolution, which includes ending
• do appreciate our conversations last week that we had to be able to recognize some of the points of view
• of the chamber, please join me as I honor Principal Sherry Anderson on her retirement from Valley View

Summary: The Assembly convened after a quorum call, heard a prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, and approved the previous day’s journal. Procedural motions were adopted to allow certain members to speak on adjournment in memory and to host guests on the floor, and the chamber suspended Joint Rule 61 to allow the Appropriations Committee to meet and consider AB 1533. The majority leader also requested that SB 272 and HR 44 be removed from the consent calendar. The main floor action was the Assembly’s Pride Month observance, centered on HR 43, which recognizes June 2025 as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer Pride Month. Assembly Member Ward and members of several caucuses spoke in support, emphasizing LGBTQ+ history, civil rights, community contributions, and current political attacks on LGBTQ+ rights. Assembly Member DeMaio spoke in opposition, arguing the resolution was divisive and included controversial policy references. After debate, 49 coauthors were added and the resolution was adopted by voice vote. The chamber then held a Pride Month ceremony honoring 14 distinguished individuals for contributions to the LGBTQ+ community, followed by guest introductions recognizing APICA fellows, family members, educators, and community leaders. The Assembly later adopted the consent calendar, with SB 61, SB 66, SB 846, SB 229, and SCR 3 approved, and then heard adjournment-in-memory tributes for John E. Brison and former Assembly Member William T. Bagley. The House adjourned until Thursday, June 26, 2025, at 9 a.m.

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• NUMBERS ASKING YOU FOR SOMETHING, THIS CAME FROM PERSONAL INTEREST IN AN ATTEMPT TO CREATE PERSONAL CAPITOL
• SEXUAL ORIENTATION AND GENDER IDENTITY ARE NOT POLITICAL VIEWS. THEY ARE PEOPLES IDENTITIES.
• AM TAKING A PHRASE FROM ONE OF THE PEOPLE TESTIFIED THAT THE GOVERNMENT HAS NO PLACE DICTATING WHAT VIEWS
• WE ARE NOT GOING TO USE GOVERNMENT BUILDINGS ARE TO EXPRESS POLITICAL VIEWS.
• THIS IS A COUNTRY FOR EVERYONE AND ALL VIEWS. WHETHER YOU AGREE WITH THEM OR NOT.

Keywords: 999, senate, all

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• They're the ones who evaluate the credibility of the claim and make a recommendation to us on their view
• It seems that their purpose is to get involved in really protecting predators, which is how I view it
• It so distorts their view of God.
• It's been a long day, and so a number of witnesses who were here are not up at the Capitol.
• and was unable to reserve the meeting space in the community center due to differing political... views

Bills: HB128, HB34, HB128, HB621, HB748, HB2259, HB2960, HB3113, HB4749, SB835

Keywords: heat illness prevention, workplace safety, administrative penalties, advisory board, employee protection, HB 128, sister city, sister-city agreement, international exchange, municipal diplomacy, local government, state agency, political subdivision, foreign adversary, China, Russia, Iran, North Korea, Taiwan, major non-NATO ally

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• Over the last four years, it has been policies that made the border less secure and, in our view, were
• It has been, policies that were that made the borderless secure and that in our view were unlawful or
• But from a 30,000 ft view, I think the short takeaway is we are in a holding pattern until DOJ leadership
• Clearly that, you know, y'all are going to have a faster view of the dynamics of what may change.
• I see the troopers in my rearview mirror or here in the Capitol, so I, I, I'd like to see, uh, Senator

Summary: The Senate Committee on Border Security held its first hearing of the 89th legislative session, established a quorum, welcomed new and returning members, and adopted the committee rules without objection. The chair said the hearing would be limited to invited state agency witnesses and was intended as a status update for new members on current border operations, especially in light of the change in federal administration. Testimony came from the Office of the Attorney General, Texas Department of Public Safety, and the Texas Military Department. The Attorney General’s representative said border-related litigation is largely in a holding pattern while the new U.S. Department of Justice awaits additional leadership, and noted prior cases involving concertina wire, buoys, and the CBP One app. DPS described Operation Lone Star’s evolution from filling gaps when Border Patrol was overwhelmed to current operations focused on interdiction, criminal arrests, fentanyl and meth seizures, and national security concerns, while also noting improved morale and more voluntary deployments as border pressure has eased. The Texas Military Department reported more than 5,000 personnel on state active duty, extensive use of barriers, drones, boats, and rapid-response forces, and said Operation Lone Star has resulted in more than 531,000 apprehensions and a 90% reduction in illegal crossings. Members and witnesses discussed whether the state should maintain its current border-security footprint while federal policy settles, with the chair emphasizing preserving institutional knowledge and leaving tactical decisions to the governor. Questions also covered trooper fatigue, Border Patrol training under SB 602, and concerns about cartel-driven commercial trucking and fuel depots near the border. The committee heard that Border Patrol training with DPS has resumed, and the chair asked agencies to keep the Legislature informed as legal and operational circumstances change. No bills were heard and no votes were taken beyond adopting the committee rules.

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• And as far as community of interest, I see that this particular map really does maintain the Capitol
• Would you agree with me that discriminating against a person because of their political views is just
• I said, 'I haven't been to this Capitol since my retreat. I will call it my retreat.' Yeah, yeah.
• And I remember as a kid coming here to the Capitol.
• People pack this Capitol because they understand what is at stake here.

Bills: SB116, SB121, SB130, SB407

Keywords: redistricting, congressional districts, Louisiana, 2020 census, elections, precincts, voting, election, political representation, 2026 precincts, demographics, Louisiana congressional map, U.S. House, election districts, precinct shapefiles, Voting Districts, VTD, 2020 Census, 2026 Precinct Shapefiles, apportionment

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• We're going to have a day at the Capitol. I'd love for you to come out.
• We're going to have all of the fire service represented within the day at the Capitol.
• We're going to have all of the fire service represented within the day at the Capitol.
• Can you please share with us any additional information you have, floor of the Capitol building.
• It 100% colors, in my view, because I've seen a great deal of expertise across the country.

Summary: The subcommittee heard presentations from the Department of Financial Services and the Department of Business and Professional Regulation, then returned to its ongoing budget workshop with the Department of Management Services. DFS’s Division of Risk Management described its role as the state self-insurance fund, covering about 200,000 employees and 27,000 vehicles, paying roughly $150 million in claims last year, and managing a pilot ETS treatment program for veterans and first responders that had 49 patients and 804 treatments as of the latest report. The Division of State Fire Marshal outlined its fire prevention, training, emergency response, and grant programs, including hurricane deployments, the Florida State Fire College, and several capital and grant requests for roof, courtyard, memorial, and equipment needs. The Division of Rehabilitation and Liquidation explained how it handles insolvent insurers under Chapter 631, currently administering 14 estates with $1.2 billion in assets and $3.7 billion in liabilities, and said no new receiverships had been opened since February 2023. Members asked about grant backlogs, fire truck procurement delays, memorial repairs, and whether affiliate transfers were occurring in insurer liquidations. Secretary Griffin then updated the committee on DBPR’s implementation of House Bill 1021 on community associations. He said the department had used the new authority to expand education, complaint handling, and ombudsman services, including 10 free standardized courses, a new condo website, and a four-hour board certification course that had already drawn more than 12,000 attendees. He reported that outreach to condominium communities had increased by more than 60%, that complaint filings were up 39% while jurisdictional dismissals dropped to 11%, and that about 81% to 82% of the 65 new positions had been filled. Members pressed him on whether the department had enough authority and funding, how condominium counts are determined, how self-reported structural integrity reserve study data is verified, and whether more public-facing complaint tracking and better reporting from local governments or developers would improve the system. The committee then resumed questioning Secretary Allende of DMS about outstanding budget and operations issues. Members focused on the delayed People First contract extension required by statute, with the secretary saying the delay involved technical and contractual complexity in moving a legacy hard-coded system to the cloud. They also revisited the state data team and data catalog project, asking why a statutory 2022 deadline had not been met, how the four-person team and broader data staff were organized, how many applicants were considered for key positions, and what each role was doing. The secretary said the catalog work was being simplified into six metadata fields and supported by a broader community of practice, but no firm completion date was given during the exchange.