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• THIS THIRD-DEGREE FELONY AS A LEVEL IV, THERE'S A POINT SYSTEM IN THE CRIMINAL CODE SCORESHEET AND IF
• ENOUGH TO SAY MISDEMEANOR, THIS IS A LEVEL FOR OFFENSE WHICH IS 22 POINTS ON THE CRIMINAL PUNISHMENT CODE
• NONE OF MY 20 CITIES, NONE OF MY TWO COUNTIES WANT FEWER PATROL CARS ON THEIR STREETS.
• FOR THOSE WHERE YOU HAVE A SURPLUS, GREAT BUT RIGHT NOW NONE OF MY 20 CITIES OR TWO COUNTIES WANT FEWER

Keywords: 999, senate, all

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• They've been going out in the city of Trenton specifically because the center will be in the city of
• this is our contact information so you can send us e-mail us at our website and also scan that QR code
• And if you've got the QR code, you're ready to go.

Keywords: 999, senate, all

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• is improvements in video compression, so we're working with OP Solutions on this versatile video coding
• ticking, and I will not read all this, but you can see that we have been active in helping to improve codes
• leverages what was built at HPMI and takes it to the next level for a facility that will be in Panama City
• In Panama City, and we'll take technologies that are developed, the ideas and students that are here

Committee: Senate Education Postsecondary

Summary: The Education Postsecondary Committee held its first meeting and focused on state university centers and institutes, with an overview from the Board of Governors on how the more than 500 centers and institutes across Florida’s public universities are categorized, overseen, and reported. The Board described three categories: state-level centers, legislatively established centers, and university-established centers. Members were told universities must maintain policies, notify the Board of changes, publish public inventories, and submit annual reports and compliance certifications. Senator Harrell asked about funding sources and whether underperforming centers are reviewed for elimination; the response was that funding varies by center and that universities decide whether to maintain or disband centers under their own policies, with annual reporting and audit findings shared with the Board. Four university presentations followed. Florida Atlantic University highlighted its Center of Excellence in Biomedical and Marine Biotechnology, describing research in marine-derived drug discovery, genomics, imaging, cancer, neurodegenerative disease, and ocean sustainability, along with spin-off institutes and partnerships that have generated significant grant and contract support. FIU presented its Center of Excellence for Hurricane Damage Mitigation and Product Development, emphasizing the Wall of Wind facility, hurricane and water intrusion testing, code and product innovation, insurance modeling, and future expansion toward higher wind speeds and flood simulation. Florida State University’s High-Performance Materials Institute described work in advanced materials, aerospace composites, sensors, nanocomposites, and AI-enabled materials development, along with patents, industry partnerships, and new facilities tied to economic development. The University of Florida’s Lastinger Center for Learning outlined its work on teacher professional learning, literacy, New Worlds Reading, tutoring, and mathematics supports, including microcredentials, statewide book distribution, and early results showing improved reading confidence and growth. Members generally praised the centers for their research, commercialization, workforce development, and education impacts. Senator Jones and Senator Harrell commended the Lastinger Center’s literacy work and the broader return on investment from these programs, while Senator Berman noted the value of the synergies across institutions. The chair emphasized that future funding requests should clearly show measurable success, commercialization, and statewide impact. The committee then adjourned without any formal votes on legislation.

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• ,</c> I'm in a small city, I'm in a small city, &gt;&gt; right, &gt;&gt; right, &gt;&gt; right, &gt;&
• </c> getting a new area code in McGomery. getting a new area code in McGomery.
• </c> &gt;&gt; And cuz I know for a fact that the city &gt;&gt; And cuz I know for a fact that the city
• ,</c> uh city, uh city, but<02:05:02.400><c> it</c><02:05:02.639><c> doesn't</c><02:05:03.360><c> give
• </c><02:20:39.439><c> was</c> city was a part of it and the city was city was a part of it and the city

Keywords: 1136, house, all

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• An example: in the Twin Cities, we have the highest circulating consortium worldwide, with 13.98 million
• Gilbert Seashore, the then Hennepin County coroner, held the first public auction at the City Morgue
• The crowd of over 100 crammed into the tight lobby of the City Morgue, attracted by terrible sadness
• The bill provides greater flexibility for cities administering absentee voting, standardizes the use
• This can create budgeting hardships for counties and cities who haven't planned on having two, four,

Bills: HF3698 , HF4243 , HF4239 , HF4241 , HF4242 , HF4240

Committee: House Elections Finance and Government Operations

Keywords: libraries, electronic books, digital audiobooks, licensing agreements, public access, campaign finance, elections, political contributions, disclosure, reporting thresholds, economic interest statements, financial disclosure, ethics, public officials, local officials, metropolitan governmental unit, metropolitan area, candidate filings, principal campaign committee, political committee

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• A lot of cities don't understand what this is, or counties.
• , same jurisdiction, to have another city planner see something completely different.
• , same jurisdiction, to have another city planner see something completely different.
• She's in the inner city, L.A. We've got somebody up in rural northern California.
• to the next city thought about those particular microschools.

Committee: Senate Education

Summary: The committee heard SB 1067, which would require annual math screening for kindergarten through second grade students beginning in 2028-29 to identify early numeracy difficulties and connect students to evidence-based supports. Senator Weber and supporters, including EdVoice, UC Davis researcher Charles Wilkes, and several education and community advocates, argued that California’s math performance is too low and that early screening would help close gaps before they widen. Opponents, including the California Mathematics Council, county superintendents, and the CTA, said the bill could narrow instruction, overemphasize deficit-based measures, and should instead be paired with stronger investments in teacher training and implementation of the California Mathematics Framework. Committee members generally expressed support for the bill’s goals while discussing how the screener would work and what kinds of follow-up supports would be needed. The committee also heard SB 1110 on child care subsidy administration, which would restructure funding for alternative payment programs and core contracts as the state moves to enrollment-based funding. Supporters said the bill would stabilize child care providers, improve payment timelines, and better reflect the administrative work of enrolling families and managing services; there was no opposition testimony. SB 1374, supported by the CSU and UC systems, would allow public higher education institutions to seek temporary restraining orders when credible threats are directed at a campus rather than a specific person. Supporters described recent campus threats that created safety concerns but did not fit current restraining-order law; there was no opposition. Senator Nilo presented SB 1321, which would direct the State Auditor to review remedial course use and student preparedness at selected UC and CSU campuses after a UC San Diego report showed a sharp decline in incoming students’ math readiness. Supporters argued the audit would help identify gaps in college readiness and the effects of K-12 changes, while some members raised concerns about bypassing the usual legislative audit process; the bill was held on call. The committee then took up SB 1086 on microschools, which would define microschools and direct model ordinances for local land-use regulation. Supporters said it would create a clearer path for small, individualized learning communities, but several members questioned whether the concept was sufficiently defined and whether the state had enough information to draft model ordinances; the bill was also placed on call after a quorum was established. Finally, SB 1181 was presented as a limited pilot program in Central Valley counties to connect schools with regional threat assessment centers when credible safety concerns arise. The author and supporters, including the mother of a student killed in a shooting and several students, said it would improve early intervention and communication; committee members raised privacy and federal-sharing concerns but indicated support, and the bill was moved forward on a vote once quorum was present.

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• A lot of cities don't understand what this is, or counties.
• , same jurisdiction, to have another city planner see something completely different.
• , same jurisdiction, to have another city planner see something completely different.
• She's in the inner city, L.A. We've got somebody up in rural Northern California.
• to the next city thought about those particular microschools.

Committee: Senate Education

Keywords: 987, senate, all

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• of Bay Salt, City of Blackfoot, City of Kerry, City of Court of Lane, City of Dover, City of Elk River
• , City of Garden City, City of Haley...
• City of Cordillane, City of Dover, City of Elk River, City of Garden City, City of Haley, City of Hollister
• of Basalt, City of Blackfoot, City of Carey, City of Cordillane, City of Dover, City of Elk River, City
• of Garden City, City of Haley, City of Hollister, City of Irwin, City of Cuskey, City of Lewiston, City

Keywords: 989, all

Summary: The committee approved minutes from October 21, 2025, and after discussion and a recorded no vote from Treasurer Ellsworth, also approved the December 19, 2025 minutes. Members then received an America 250 financial update showing commemorative fund balances, grant spending, and remaining unobligated funds, followed by a subcommittee discussion about Jane Palacki’s contract. The committee clarified and then approved a motion to retain her on an as-needed basis at $125 per hour, not to exceed $8,600 per month, to help with approved projects by the committee chairs. Updates were provided on several America 250 initiatives. Secretary McGrane and Treasurer Ellsworth discussed Celebration Fund grants, the Foundations of Freedom Tour, and a proposed July 4th Capitol celebration tied to the Boise parade, with stages, exhibits, vendors, and performances planned around the Capitol grounds and rotunda. Treasurer Ellsworth also reported on ambassador programs, the Liberty Bell, flags, quilts, the Heritage Fountain, and a service challenge, and the committee extended $30,000 in spending authority for ambassador programs. The committee later approved grant disbursements for multiple counties and cities. The Institute for Advancing American Values presented a civics curriculum initiative with the State Board of Education and a public-facing “Reading the Republic” project using founding documents and student video responses. The America 250 State Agency Task Force reported on museum exhibits, an Initial Point event, and the Their Story oral-history effort. National updates covered America’s Field Trip, America Gives, federal merchandise and story-capture efforts, and a national time capsule. Idaho Parks and Recreation described America 250-related events at state parks, the Move 250 challenge, and volunteer tracking, emphasizing that it was using existing resources rather than requesting committee funding. The committee set its next meeting for February 5 and adjourned after noting written testimony from David Johnson.

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• Chairman, when you look at these parcels in our portfolio, each of them has a fund code based on how
• I understand it's all coded and divvied out. My question is, who did the codes?
• &gt;&gt; I understand it's all coded and divvied out. out. out.
• </c><00:24:27.440><c> Who</c> &gt;&gt; My question is who did the codes?
• Who &gt;&gt; My question is who did the codes?

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

Keywords: 916, all

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• </c> out right now across the Twin Cities out right now across the Twin Cities working<00:46:09.599><
• Third recommendation is that we should have the Department of Labor and Industries Construction Code
• </c><01:24:37.280><c> is</c> the uh the the construction codes is the uh the the construction codes is
• </c><01:24:42.560><c> to</c><01:24:42.800><c> have</c> changes to the building codes to have changes
• to the building codes to have them<01:24:43.600><c> go</c><01:24:43.760><c> through</c><01:24:44.000>

Committee: House Commerce Finance and Policy

Keywords: 1183, house

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• This is found under Welfare and Institutions Code Section 17000.
• And then the statutory authority is in Welfare and Institutions Code Section 17,000.
• Yes, counties have this obligation under Section 17,000 of the Welfare and Institutions Code.
• You mentioned something, or if I understood correctly, preventing the trigger of Welfare Code 17,000.
• In 2024-25, UC cared for patients from 99% of the state's ZIP codes.

Summary: The subcommittee heard an extended briefing on the impacts of H.R. 1 on Medi-Cal and CalFresh, followed by testimony from the Legislative Analyst’s Office and county officials. DHCS described major Medi-Cal changes in H.R. 1, including work/community engagement requirements, six-month redeterminations, reduced federal matching for some emergency services, narrower immigrant eligibility, reduced retroactive coverage, and limits on provider taxes and directed payments. CDSS outlined CalFresh changes, especially the expanded able-bodied adults without dependents time limit, reduced exemptions and waivers, and the new federal-state-county administrative cost split. Both departments emphasized implementation plans, automation, outreach, and county coordination, while acknowledging significant expected coverage losses and administrative burden. The LAO and an independent policy expert discussed how H.R. 1 could increase demand on county indigent care systems and public hospitals as people lose Medi-Cal. They reviewed the history of county indigent care, 1991 realignment, and AB 85, explaining that counties already rely on a patchwork of funding and that current realignment revenues are often used for public health rather than indigent care. They warned that counties may face large increases in uninsured residents, with wide variation in how counties respond, and raised concerns about equity, financing, and whether a more standardized state-county program should be created. Committee members pressed witnesses on county funding, exemptions, homelessness, older adults, undocumented residents, and the effect of administrative burden versus true ineligibility. County representatives from Los Angeles, Santa Clara, Tulare, and San Bernardino described the expected local impacts and asked for additional state support. They said H.R. 1 would drive major losses in Medi-Cal and CalFresh enrollment, increase uncompensated care, strain eligibility staff, and worsen homelessness and food insecurity. Several counties urged the Legislature to fund eligibility workers, preserve enrollment, and consider a CalFresh match waiver; Santa Clara and San Bernardino also cited local tax measures and staffing reductions already underway. No formal vote or committee action was taken in the portion provided.

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• of Bay Salt, City of Blackfoot, City of Kerry, City of Court of Lane, City of Dover, City of Elk River
• , City of Garden City, City of Haley... ...City of Cordillane, City of Dover, City of Elk River, City
• of Garden City, City of Haley, City of Hollister, City of Irwin, City of Kuski, City of Lewiston, City
• of Basalt, City of Blackfoot, City of Carey, City of Cordellane, City of Dover, City of Elk River, City
• of Garden City, City of Haley, City of Hollister, City of Irwin, City of Cuskey, City of Lewiston, City

Summary: The committee first approved the October 21, 2025 minutes and then approved the December 19, 2025 minutes after discussing a disputed reference to a motion involving Jane Pradaki’s contract. Members clarified that the prior arrangement had been a six-month contract and that the new intent was to narrow the work to hourly, as-needed support tied to approved projects. After debate over scope, accountability, and whether the work should be competitively bid, the committee adopted a revised motion retaining Pradaki at $125 per hour, not to exceed $8,600 per month, to help with approved projects by the committee chairs. Members then received a financial update on America 250, including the commemorative fund balance and grant program status. Staff reported 74 grant applications, 41 approved to date, 22 under scoring review, and roughly $148,000 remaining in the Celebration Fund after more than $100,000 had been awarded. The committee later approved a slate of grant disbursements to multiple counties and cities, including Bingham, Bonneville, Kootenai, Latah, Lincoln, Twin Falls, and several municipalities. The bulk of the meeting focused on America 250 programming and outreach. Updates covered the Foundations of Freedom Tour, a proposed July 4 celebration at the Capitol and Andrus Park with a parade, stage performances, food vendors, and a rotunda exhibit featuring the Declaration of Independence; the Liberty Bell’s planned return and possible statewide tour; ambassador and service initiatives; and the Institute for Advancing American Values’ civics curriculum and “Reading the Republic” materials. Additional reports highlighted national America 250 efforts, state museum exhibitions, oral history collection, and Idaho Parks and Recreation’s commemorative events and volunteer programs. The committee also extended $30,000 in spending authority for ambassador programs and scheduled its next meeting for the afternoon of February 5, with members emphasizing the need to finalize event planning soon.

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• We have counties and cities and states and private providers and probably a missing folks.
• We have counties and cities and states and private providers and probably a missing folks.
• We have counties and cities and states and private providers and probably a missing folks.
• We have counties and cities and states and private providers and probably a missing folks.
• We have counties and cities programs.

Keywords: 1183, house

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• New York City Bronx residents routinely visit New Roc City and Cross County Shopping Center.
• Bronx, New York City, and the Bronx, New York City, and Westchester<00:49:57.440><c> County.
• </c> It is also a city of justice seekers. It is also a city of justice seekers.
• Akran is a city of world changers. It Akran is a city of world changers.
• </c> forward the spirit who built the city. forward the spirit who built the city.

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, 1012, house, all

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• code.
• </c><01:23:54.960><c> and</c> employees to create to create code and employees to create to create code
• and develop<01:23:55.360><c> code.
• Atlantic City, New Jersey took property Atlantic City, New Jersey took property by<01:52:17.360><c> eminent
• </c> cigar bar that I know of in Dover, city cigar bar that I know of in Dover, city of<02:11:14.719>

Committee: House Executive Departments and Administration

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• It made significant changes that would affect Florida's corporate income tax code.
• Senate Bill 7048 adopts the Internal Revenue Code in effect on January 1, 2026, but specifically excludes
• that impact Florida collections, the bill maintains current law by holding to the Internal Revenue Code
• If you've broken the code on something that is profound, what matters the most is the why.
• my opponent stood up and he said, “Ladies and gentlemen, I served you well for seven years on the city

Keywords: 999, senate, all

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• One was in Kansas City just last year, where 100 members of the white supremacist group Patriot Front
• paraded through downtown Kansas City in a flash mob.
• I just know where places have I've been, both here in Jefferson City and in Kansas City.
• year, Torch signed a national partnership agreement with the VFW, which is headquartered in Kansas City
• I think there was a lawsuit in Kansas City maybe two or three years ago on exactly that premise.

Committee: House Judiciary and Civil and Criminal Jurisprudence

Summary: The Judiciary Committee first met in executive session and took up House Bill 2699, which concerns offenses involving the judiciary. The committee adopted a House Committee substitute and two amendments: one adding circuit clerks, deputy circuit clerks, court administrators, division clerks, and municipal clerks, and another adding court reporters who are active participants in courtroom activities. The substitute bill was then voted do pass by a roll call of six ayes, two noes, and two present; one member stated a personal interest and voted present. The committee then held a public hearing on House Bill 2848, the so-called “mask intimidation” bill sponsored by Representative Dolan. The bill would create a Class C misdemeanor for intentionally harassing, intimidating, or threatening another person while concealing one’s identity with a mask or similar covering, with exceptions for legitimate uses such as medical, religious, holiday, and First Amendment-related activity. Supporters, including the Anti-Defamation League, said the bill would address masked intimidation by extremist groups and protect targeted communities; there was no opposition testimony. A public hearing followed on House Bill 2765, sponsored by Representative Justice, which would regulate intoxicating hemp beverages through a framework modeled on alcohol’s three-tier system. The bill would set licensing, testing, labeling, packaging, age-21 sales restrictions, and THC limits, and assign oversight to the Department of Health and Senior Services and the Division of Alcohol and Tobacco Control. Support came from the Missouri Beer Wholesalers Association, Hemp Beverage Alliance, Missouri Petroleum and Convenience Association, Torch Drinks, Total Wine, and others, who argued the bill would create needed guardrails, keep products away from minors, and preserve a regulated retail market; some witnesses also urged broader regulation of other hemp-derived products. There was no opposition testimony, and the committee concluded its hearing without taking final action on HB 2765.

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• The students are just fantastic, and they have a long history, both here in the city of Boston and in
• Government Systems, where she was an early pioneer in the ADA programming language, a once-classified coding

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The Senate opened with the Pledge of Allegiance, adopted several congratulatory and commemorative resolutions, and welcomed sixth-grade students from Holy Name School in West Roxbury, along with guests and chaperones. The chamber then took up House No. 4100, a fiscal year 2025 supplemental appropriations bill, which was described as addressing a roughly $240 million shortfall in the Group Insurance Commission. Senator Tarr emphasized the urgency of funding the GIC while also urging lawmakers to examine the causes of the deficiency and consider longer-term cost controls. The Senate suspended the rules, ordered the bill to a third reading, passed it to be engrossed, and later received notice that the House had non-concurred in the Senate amendment and appointed a conference committee. The Senate then insisted on its amendment and appointed conferees. The chamber also passed Senate No. 2508, establishing a sick leave bank for Andrew Satera, an employee of the Trial Court. The Senate observed National Law Enforcement Memorial Day with remarks honoring fallen officers and a moment of silence, and later adopted a motion to adjourn in memory of Charlene Roberts Hayden, whose life and career in mathematics, software engineering, teaching, and public service were recognized. Finally, the Senate adopted the emergency preamble for H. 4100, passed the bill to be enacted, and adjourned to meet again the following Monday at 11 a.m.

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• These investments include $500,000 for the Safe City initiative in Oskaloosa, bringing advanced public
• ,</c><02:20:57.359><c> of</c><02:20:57.600><c> the</c> 8 of Title 5, United States Code, of the 8 of
• Res. 140, providing for congressional disapproval under Chapter 8 of Title 5, United States Code, of
• In Montana, we have Virginia City.
• In Montana, we have Virginia City. to. In Montana, we have Virginia City.

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, 1012, house, all

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• Mount Zion has grown to over 2,500 members in the thriving Huntsville, Alabama, Rocket City, USA.
• He spent 20 years on the North Las Vegas City Council, 12 of them as mayor pro tem.
• the same city where he served.
• </c> any City in Nevada for the same city any City in Nevada for the same city where<02:37:07.000><c>
• People were literally used with Black Codes to place them in jail.

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Friday, February 7, 2025, 1012, house, all