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• We are now in item four of your binder, with the document title Strategic Resource Management.
• I, Title II, Title III, for example—they will be able to check for redundancy and also track how it
• I always forget your titles, Dr. DeBelle, right? Thank you.
• Deputy Secretary, I always forget your titles, Dr. DeBelle, right? Thank you.
• And all our parents cannot pay for that, considering that we are a Title I school.

Summary: The committee first heard a presentation on strategic resource management in public education. LESC staff and PED officials argued that New Mexico has increased school funding, but local budgeting and planning remain fragmented and overly compliance-driven. They described long-term pressures including declining enrollment, rising special education costs, falling cash balances, changes in federal funding, and leadership turnover, and said schools need more intentional multi-year planning tied to student outcomes. They also outlined the many disconnected planning requirements schools must complete, compared New Mexico’s current approach with Ohio’s three-year budget forecasting model, and recommended continuing multi-year appropriations, adding $2.5 million for state grants in the unified application, and directing LESC, LFC, and PED to develop a long-term financial planning proposal. PED said it is working to reduce administrative burden through school accreditation, a unified application for federal and state funds, and internal alignment of guidance and coaching, with pilot schools reporting time savings and better alignment. Members raised concerns about four-day school weeks, the burden on small districts, the need for outcomes and return on investment, and whether the state should move toward a two-year or three-year planning cycle; staff clarified that the proposal was to streamline or eliminate redundant requirements, not add another layer. The committee then received an update on the Educator Fellows program. PED described it as a Grow Your Own pipeline that employs candidates as supplemental educational assistants while they work toward licensure, providing salary, benefits, paid leave, mentoring, and coursework support. Officials said the program helps address teacher shortages, improves student-to-teacher ratios, increases workforce diversity, and supports the Martinez-Yazzie action plan. They reported 370 current fellows across 86 LEAs and about 180 schools, with many fellows being people of color, first-generation college students, or second-career educators; roughly 85 are expected to become certified this year. A local HR director from Belen testified that the program has been especially valuable in small communities, where fellows are already rooted in the community and several have moved into teaching roles. Members asked about high school recruitment, tuition, retirement and benefits, the relationship to the Higher Education Department’s Grow Your Own scholarship, and the role of university partners. PED said fellows choose among accredited higher education partners, the program is separate from the scholarship but complementary, and the state is also building an apprenticeship model and seeking to expand the program to more LEAs, though some districts are on a waiting list because of funding and local match requirements.

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• There being 134 yeas and zero nays, the bill is passed and its title is agreed to.
• There being 134 yeas and zero nays, the bill is passed and its title is agreed to.
• There being 134 yeas and zero nays, the bill is passed and its title is agreed to.
• There being 134 ayes and zero nays, the bill is passed and its title is agreed to.
• Just clarifying that on page one, line seven, livestock destroyed or crippled by a wolf.

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• The clerk will report the title of the joint resolution.
• You can't destroy an that depend on it.
• Don't destroy any property. Get in the way.
• Don't destroy any don't hurt anyone.
• Classic free market economist. destroy you. I I I yield to you. Um I destroy you.

Bills: HJR88 , HJR78

Keywords: HJR88, H.J.Res. 88, Congressional Review Act, CRA, EPA waiver, California waiver, Advanced Clean Cars II, clean cars, vehicle emissions, auto emissions, motor vehicle pollution, engine pollution, California Air Resources Board, CARB, zero-emission vehicles, ZEV, electric vehicles, EV mandate, preemption, federal disapproval

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• When I first read the title, I was like, what in the world are we doing here?
• Can you tell us a little bit about that process and then at what point you destroyed them?
• That process is done, we can destroy it.
• Prosecutors are not going to be happy with us if we destroy the evidence a moment too soon.
• And then we're going to have one final cost, and we have to destroy this.

Summary: The Industries and Professional Activities Subcommittee met to hear a panel on the prosecution and enforcement of illegal gaming in Florida. The chair opened with a video showing seized machines at a Florida Gaming Control Commission warehouse and described the scale of illegal operations. Panelists included the commission’s executive director, local sheriffs and police officials, and state attorneys from several counties, who described widespread illegal slot-machine locations, often in strip malls or convenience-store-type settings, and said the machines are typically used in organized criminal activity rather than legitimate amusement gaming. Witnesses repeatedly said the current penalty structure is ineffective because possession and operation of illegal slot machines are generally second-degree misdemeanors, which they described as too minor to deter operators who can quickly reopen after paying fines or completing diversion. They said enforcement is resource-intensive, requiring undercover work, search warrants, machine seizure, storage, forensic review, and long prosecutions, often while the same operators reopen elsewhere. Several panelists cited associated crimes such as robberies, firearms offenses, prostitution, drug activity, human trafficking, and at least some homicides tied to illegal gaming locations. Members also asked about the difference between legal amusement devices and illegal slot machines, online gambling, illegal horse racing, local licensing and ordinances, and whether manufacturers or distributors could be pursued. The commission and prosecutors said legal slot machines are limited to specific regulated locations and that lawful amusement machines lack a material element of chance. They said many illegal machines are imported or reworked versions of gaming devices and that upstream accountability is difficult under current law. Panelists also discussed cooperation with licensed casinos, tribal gaming entities, and local governments, noting that some local ordinances have tried to permit or limit these businesses. The main policy takeaway from the panel was a call to increase penalties, likely to felony-level offenses, and to consider stronger forfeiture and enforcement tools. No vote or formal action was taken at the meeting, and the chair adjourned after thanking the panelists.

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• registration process, as the... ...through registration in the title registration process, the name
• The title company would be more interested in the seller and the seller's identification as opposed to
• And my intent is not penalizing internal process like a broker or assessor or title company.
• WMA believes 1093 is punitive and fails to recognize that owners of the park destroyed in a disaster
• Last year, while celebrating our 43rd wedding anniversary, fires destroyed our home.

Committee: Senate Judiciary

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• Christian, uh, I looked up KRS 635.6 and three, and uh, it's talking about the title of that chapter
• Christian, uh, I looked up KRS 635.6 and three, and uh, it's talking about the title of that chapter
• lives destroyed because of threats<00:20:22.520><c> that</c><00:20:22.679><c> are</c><00:20:22.840><
• of that chapter is opos about the title of that chapter is opos of<00:21:25.760><c> Court</c><00:21:
• And I appreciate you bringing it forward. school and destroyed a toilet in the school and destroyed a

Summary: The committee first took up House Bill 669, sponsored by Representative Smith, which was presented as a response to a September shooting incident in his district that led to school closures and missed instructional days. Smith said the bill was intended to help school districts recover lost days caused by extraordinary emergencies and not to set a broad precedent. Members asked whether districts had adjusted calendars to make up time, and Smith said many had already extended days or moved calendars into June. The committee then voted to pass House Bill 669, with all members present voting yes. The committee next heard House Bill 621, as amended by a committee substitute that removed a homeschooling-related section and left only the school-threat provisions. The bill would allow courts to impose a fine on parents when a child is adjudicated for terroristic threatening if law enforcement incurred excessive costs, and it would require a mental health assessment for the child. Representative Duvall and Officer Steve Chappelle supported the measure, arguing that online school threats spread fear, disrupt attendance, pull law-enforcement resources from other schools, and should create more parental accountability. Representative Riley also supported the accountability goal, citing lost instructional time and a recent student suicide tied to online issues. Several members raised concerns about the bill’s scope and due process. Representative Josh Callaway questioned why this offense should be the starting point for parental fines and warned about a slippery slope in holding parents liable for children’s crimes. Representative Willner said the bill seemed more like a judiciary issue, questioned whether punishment can make parents better parents, and asked about diversion programs and the meaning of the detention language. Representative Tipton pointed to existing statutes on mental health assessments and terroristic threatening penalties, and said the committee substitute would alleviate many concerns. Scott West, speaking for Kentucky Policy and the Kentucky Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, argued that the mandatory detention language would remove judicial discretion and that the parental fine provision could conflict with existing due process protections requiring notice, a hearing, and a finding that lack of supervision was a substantial factor in the child’s delinquency. The transcript does not show a final vote on House Bill 621 in the portion provided.

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• I AM FROM JACKSON COUNTY WHICH PROBABLY HOLDS THE TITLE AS THE LARGEST PEANUT PRODUCING COUNTY IN THE
• , YOU WON'T EVEN FEEL LIKE YOU'RE IN A SMOKE SHOP AND I AGREE ALL THOSE PRODUCTS HAVE ABSOLUTELY DESTROYED
• IT GOT VETOED FOR A PARTICULAR REASON, I BELIEVE THE NEWS HAVING THAT SOMETHING ABOUT DESTROYING SMALL
• THE 90% OF OTHER ESTABLISHMENT PERMITS, IS THAT NOT IMPORTANT FOR US THAT WHOLE STORES WOULD BE DESTROYED
• , NOT THAT WE DESTROY WHAT THE OPERATOR DESTROYS THOSE SAMPLES BEFORE THEY MAKE IT TO THE RETAIL SHELVES

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• And because it violates an act, a statute of Idaho, if this becomes law, Chapter 41, Title 18, then they
• get into these topics, because the failure of our society and these debauchery and what I see is destroying
• the... ...this debauchery and what I see is destroying the fabric of this country, what makes us strong
• get into these topics, because the failure of our society and these debauchery and what I see is destroying
• the... ...this debauchery and what I see is destroying the fabric of this country, what makes us strong

Committee: House State Affairs

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• ladies like Chelsea Mitchell, Selena Soul, Alana Smith, Ashley Nicoleti from Connecticut, who lost titles
• Allowing males to compete in women's sports disadvantages women and destroys the opportunity they trained
• 00:16:42.800><c> women's</c><00:16:43.360><c> women</c><00:16:43.680><c> and</c><00:16:43.920><c> destroys
• </c> disadvantages women's women and destroys disadvantages women's women and destroys the<00:16:44.720

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• </c><00:48:39.640><c> of</c> Scheible, please read the title of Scheible, please read the title of Senate
• Scheible, please read the title to Mr.
• This continues to destroy companies, continues to destroy gun shops, continues to destroy the mom-and-pop
• We<03:50:11.720><c> have</c><03:50:11.920><c> destroyed</c> We have destroyed We have destroyed the<03
• </c> destroyed it. destroyed it.

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• But, we didn't issue any quarantines, and we didn't destroy any products.
• </c><00:51:47.240><c> any</c> quarantines, and we didn't destroy any quarantines, and we didn't destroy
• And so, I I am just destroy people.
• The title 11 statute, statute changed.
• </c> title 18, under the subdivision statute. title 18, under the subdivision statute.

Committee: Joint Agriculture, State and Public Lands & Water Resources

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• Just a real quick question in regards to titling.
• So the original title of the bill was, I wrote down, it was relating to criminal offenses.
• The original title really didn't fit what the bill's about.
• So we wanted to make sure that the title did describe what the bill is really about. Okay.
• It was the original title. I think we changed it to terms of sentencing.

Summary: The House convened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, approved the prior day’s journal by roll call, and recognized a Black History Month tribute to Dr. Penelope Martin Knox, superintendent of Raytown C-2 Schools. Members also introduced guests, including the day’s pledge leader Adeline Overcast and visitors from a rural hospital in Rolla. Several new bills were read for the first time, including measures on blind pensions, first responder harassment, and flag display at the state capitol, and committee reports were received recommending passage of several deferred measures. The chamber then took up multiple third-reading bills. House Bill 2596, concerning multiple employee self-insured health plans for small businesses, passed 145-0 after supporters said it would help small employers offer affordable coverage. House Bill 1644, addressing franchise employment liability and joint-employer issues, passed 103-45 after debate over whether it would unfairly limit workers’ rights to sue franchisors. House Bill 2423, dealing with Division of Finance licensing fees and oversight, passed 146-0 despite concerns about fee increases. House Committee Substitute for House Bill 2641, which aligns state law with federal restrictions on intoxicating hemp-derived products, passed 109-34 after extensive debate over whether the bill unfairly carves out beverages and harms hemp businesses. House Bill 2498, a juvenile justice reform measure shifting some certification-related responsibilities and expanding information sharing, passed 100-44 after supporters argued it would improve accountability and opponents warned it would politicize juvenile cases and burden treatment facilities. House Committee Substitute for House Bills 2637 and 3155, a sentencing bill increasing mandatory minimums and clarifying time-served and parole eligibility, passed 102-45 amid debate over whether it was truly a transparency measure or an increase in punishment. The House also debated House Committee Substitute for House Joint Resolution 154, a proposed constitutional amendment tied to Medicaid expansion/work requirements. Supporters said it would encourage work and reduce administrative costs, while opponents argued it would undermine Medicaid expansion and risk coverage for vulnerable residents. After a previous-question motion, the resolution passed 99-48. The session ended with announcements about upcoming committee meetings, a Black History Celebration, and other caucus and committee gatherings, followed by adjournment until Monday afternoon.

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• Local ordinance, regulation, or rule removing, damaging, or destroying a historic Florida monument or
• If a historic monument or memorial is removed, damaged, or destroyed by a local government after this
• You are destroying the lives of these young kids. Do not support HB 743.
• You are destroying the lives of these young kids, and that's why the suicide rate is going up.
• I've listened to this committee address each other with a great respect and using their title in that

Summary: The Judiciary Committee heard and voted on a series of bills covering child abuse reporting, firearms products liability, crime victim records, guardianship eligibility, historic monuments, animal welfare, juvenile justice, and restrictions on sex reassignment care for minors. HB 373, on the statute of limitations for violations involving required child abuse reports, passed unanimously. HB 1551, as amended, clarified that a firearm is not defective merely because it lacks optional safety features and preserved design-defect claims and nonretroactivity; after substantial testimony and debate, it passed 13-5. CS/HB 1113, expanding public-records protections for crime victims and briefly exempting law enforcement victims, passed unanimously. CS/HB 737, allowing courts more discretion in appointing guardians with prior felony convictions and adding a narrow exception for certain older convictions, also passed unanimously as amended.

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• 44, Idaho Code, by the addition of a new Chapter 28, Title 44, Idaho Code, to provide a declaration
• 73 Idaho Code by the edition of a new chapter 6, Title 73 Idaho Code, to provide legislative intent
• Well, when you sign a pair, so you can continue that pair to be destroyed.
• Is there a correction of title? No correction of title.
• Is there a correction of title? No correction at title.

Bills: HR33 , HR138 , HR200 , HR243 , HR267 , HR307 , HR353 , HR383 , HR443 , HR446 , HR449 , HR451 , HR453 , HR457 , HR459 , HR460 , HR461 , HR462 , HR464 , HR466 , HR467 , HR474 , HR475 , HR477 , HR479 , HR481 , HR482 , HR483 , HR484 , HR486 , HR487 , HR490 , HR491 , HR497 , HR502 , HR505 , HR509 , HR510 , HR511 , HR512 , HR513 , HR515 , HR516 , HR527 , HR531 , HR532 , HR541 , HR542 , HR547 , HR548 , HR549 , HR550 , HR555 , HR557 , HR564 , HR568 , HR574 , HR575 , HR576 , HR577 , HR578 , HR580 , HR584 , HR586 , HR587 , HR588 , HR589 , HR594 , HR595 , HR597 , HR599 , HR606 , HR607 , HR608 , HR609 , HR610 , HR611 , HR612 , HR613 , HR615 , HR616 , HR617 , HR619 , HR620 , HCR65 , HCR119 , HR434 , HR447 , HR450 , HR454 , HR455 , HR458 , HR463 , HR476 , HR478 , HR488 , HR489 , HR492 , HR496 , HR499 , HR522 , HR523 , HR524 , HR533 , HR534 , HR535 , HR536 , HR537 , HR539 , HR546 , HR552 , HR553 , HR554 , HR556 , HR579 , HR582 , HR598

Keywords: autism, neurodiversity, awareness, acceptance, public health, HR 138, H.R. 138, House Resolution, Texas House, 89th Texas Legislature, Susan Christian, Houston Mayor's Office of Special Events, MOSE, retirement resolution, congratulatory resolution, ceremonial resolution, Houston, special events, city events, civic events

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• That fire destroyed more than 18,000 structures, burned 150,000 acres, and... 18,000 structures burned
• It was a massive disaster, destroyed a whole town. The Caldor Fire.
• It was a massive disaster, destroyed a whole town, and that was not a federal disaster.
• In a recent report titled "Navigating Workforce Challenges 2025: Trends and Solutions for the Social
• , Title: *Navigating Workforce Challenges, 2025 Trends and Solutions for the Social Sector.* It is noted

Summary: The joint Senate and Assembly select committee hearing focused on the challenges facing California nonprofits in 2025 and possible state responses. Opening remarks emphasized the sector’s size and importance, the impact of federal funding disruptions and tax policy changes, and the need for stronger public-private partnerships, especially in disaster response and recovery. Witnesses from community foundations, food banks, Cal OES, long-term recovery groups, CalNonprofits, and nonprofit finance organizations described funding uncertainty, delayed reimbursements, reduced indirect cost coverage, staffing strain, and the effects of climate disasters and immigration-related fear on service delivery. Testimony highlighted several policy ideas, including advance payments for state grants and contracts, prompt payment standards, sustainable indirect cost rates, contract flexibility in emergencies, streamlined registration and reporting, and a possible new Office of Nonprofit Empowerment to serve as a central point of contact and coordination within state government. Speakers also described how nonprofits and VOAD networks support wildfire response and long-term recovery, but noted that recovery groups often lack stable operating funding even when they are recognized as best practice. A food bank leader described federal food aid cuts and disruptions to deliveries, while other witnesses stressed that nonprofits are increasingly forced to use reserves, loans, or service reductions to manage cash flow gaps. Committee members generally expressed support for the sector and asked how the state could better partner with nonprofits during both disasters and budget crises. Several members raised the possibility of incremental steps if full legislative changes are not immediately feasible, and witnesses suggested pilots, better sharing of best practices, and stronger state leadership on payment timelines. Public commenters echoed the need for better contracting practices, support for community-based organizations, and attention to nonprofit worker compensation and protections. No formal votes or committee actions were taken in the hearing, which concluded with adjournment.

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• setbacks inflicted on its so-called access of resistance by Israel over the last year, still aims to destroy
• mission of collecting clandestine intelligence from adversaries. adversaries whose main objective is to destroy
• The title of the article is, Western officials say Russia is behind a campaign of sabotage across Europe
• Speaking of Title I and Title III, when it comes to U.S. persons, I have already included an amendment
• That section of CISA seems to have been destroyed.

Committee: Senate Intelligence (Select) Committee

Keywords: national security, cyber threats, civil liberties, transnational crime, FISA Section 702, public-private partnership, intelligence community, Annual Threats Hearing

Summary: The Senate Intelligence Committee convened for a significant meeting focused on the Annual Worldwide Threats Hearing. Prominent officials from various intelligence agencies presented their insights on emerging national security threats, including concerns over increasing cyber threats, particularly from China and non-state actors. A major discussion point included the balance between national security and civil liberties, as evidenced by conversations surrounding Section 702 of FISA and its implications for privacy protection. The challenges posed by cartels and transnational criminal organizations, especially related to narcotics trafficking, were emphasized as pressing issues necessitating coordinated responses from federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies. This meeting underscored the necessity of public-private partnerships to tackle these multifaceted threats effectively.

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• And they are having devastating effects which are still over into our homeland, destroying lives.
• Senator, we have 5,000 Title X forces on the southern border right now, and I do expect that number to
• As you might know, we've doubled the number of Title X forces inside of a week down there and they're
• They don't care about dying, and they don't have a capital city to destroy.
• you briefly describe how bases are determined to be covered facilities, I say that in quotes, under Title

Committee: Senate Subcommittee on Personnel

Keywords: national security, China, Russia, cybersecurity, border security, military deployment, transnational crime, defense modernization, military strategy

Summary: In this meeting, key topics included national security concerns with an emphasis on threats from China, Russia, and transnational criminal organizations. Senior military officials provided testimony on the evolving risks posed by these adversaries, particularly focusing on cybersecurity and advancements in weaponry. The discussion highlighted the importance of a cohesive strategy among government departments to effectively respond to the challenges presented by these threats, emphasizing the need for modernization in defense capabilities. Committee members grilled the witnesses on border security and the implications of deploying military resources in domestic operations.

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• The lady from Carroll has moved for the adoption of the title. Discussion.
• I move the title of House Bill 1644 be agreed to.”
• “The gentleman from Douglas has moved for the title of House Bill 1644.”
• “Any discussion on the title? My bad. Seeing none. All those in favor...”
• The title is agreed to. The ayes have it. The title is agreed to. Gentleman from St. Charles.

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• These actions have been title or office.
• The clerk will report the title of the bill.
• </c><05:22:31.840><c> Union</c> report the title of the bill. Union report the title of the bill.
• Clerk will report the title of the bill.
• </c><05:33:21.120><c> which</c> what's called a clouded title which what's called a clouded title which

Bills: HR249 , HCR30 , HB2215 , HB2492 , HR952 , HR618 , HR531 , HB1829 , HB1550 , HR677 , HR1001 , HR167 , HR331 , HB1612 , HB1682 , HR364 , HR353

Keywords: Greece, Greek Independence Day, War of Greek Independence, philhellene, Greek-American, Hellenic, foreign affairs, bipartisan resolution, NATO, Eastern Mediterranean, Balkans, energy security, defense cooperation, Mutual Defense Cooperation Agreement, 3+1 partnership, Israel, Cyprus, Alexandroupolis, human rights, democracy