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Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• ><01:33:31.840><c> on</c><01:33:32.080><c> a</c> legislation quite literally relies on a legislation
• </c><01:39:50.320><c> does</c> further know that this legislation does further know that this legislation
• ><c> excuse</c><04:46:40.480><c> abuse,</c> This legislation does not excuse abuse, This legislation
• But we also this legislative session.
• </c><05:16:36.638><c> to</c> who elected us as their legislator to who elected us as their legislator

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• This legislation has been long overdue. Thank you. Better.
• And this legislation is going to move our entire Commonwealth in that direction.
• This legislation has long been vetted now. This legislation has long been vetted now.
• I'm excited to see these policies incorporated in the legislation here today.
• I hope that my colleagues join me in supporting this piece of legislation. Mr.

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• This legislation responds directly.
• For years, we have been told energy legislation wouldn't hurt the consumer.
• The primary flaw of this legislation is that it doubles down.”
• Take a look at the timelines provided in this legislation.
• That is the asymmetry at the center of this legislation, and that is what my amendment corrects.

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• In the spirit of this process, in which rules were moved into legislation, I think that this is a good
• I think that there is a way to put into legislation and into practice additional screenings before you
• As we looked at the agenda, I said, I need to go after Senator Blaylock's legislation, and when we go
• specifically and I'm sure I did not meet with any of them on this legislation specifically.
• And I think this gives up some public as well as some legislative oversight of the department.

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• This legislation promotes this legislation.
• Austin Davidson from the Legislative Finance Committee.
• This is LFC-endorsed legislation. And I've been small. Mr.
• And that is the amendment. the legislative finance committee. This is LFC endorsed legislation.
• not do lobbying, but we gather legislators together.

Summary: The House Energy, Environment and Natural Resources Committee met on February 3 and first took up House Bill 153, the Low Carbon Construction Material Rebate Act, with a committee substitute that added an Environmental Product Declaration program and shifted administration to the Environment Department. Sponsor Representative Dixon said the bill would create rebates for buyers of lower-carbon construction materials, support local manufacturers, and reduce industrial emissions. Support came from the New Mexico Home Builders Association, Sierra Club, and the Greater Albuquerque Chamber of Commerce. Some members questioned whether the bill would actually lower housing costs or instead create future price pressure once subsidies expire, and raised concerns about rulemaking and whether some materials would be incentivized even without state help. The committee voted 7-4 to do pass the committee substitute and do not pass the original bill. The committee then heard House Bill 154, which would broaden and decouple New Mexico’s advanced energy tax credit definitions from federal law and add fusion energy and related components as eligible advanced energy products. Representative Dixon said the change would give the state more flexibility to include emerging technologies while keeping the existing credit structure and cap intact. The Greater Albuquerque Chamber of Commerce, a Santa Fe fusion company, a Los Lunas economic development official, and an online fusion company all testified in support, arguing the bill would provide certainty, attract investment, and help build a local supply chain. One member suggested future consideration of nuclear fission, while another questioned whether some renewable technologies were still appropriate, but the committee ultimately voted 9-2 to do pass HB 154. House Bill 184, a technical fix to the Land of Enchantment Legacy Fund, was then presented by Representative Small. The amendment adopted by the committee delayed the three-year moving average for distributions by one year and extended the time to use funds from two years to three years, with the sponsor saying this would better reflect the fund’s growth and give projects more time to complete. Witnesses from Western Resource Advocates, conservation districts, and Conservation Voters New Mexico supported the measure, saying it would strengthen successful outdoor, watershed, and conservation programs. The committee adopted the amendment and then passed the bill unanimously. Finally, the committee heard House Memorial 20, which would create a study group to examine barriers to renewable energy transmission and project development. The sponsor said the goal was to bring agencies, stakeholders, and possibly courts together to identify ways to speed up renewable infrastructure while preserving environmental review and public input. Sierra Club, Western Resource Advocates, Defenders of Wildlife, and the League of Women Voters supported the memorial, but several members said it should be broadened to include all energy infrastructure or more clearly address transmission, permitting, tribal, federal, and military coordination. In response to those concerns, the sponsor asked to roll the memorial for further discussion and possible revisions rather than advancing it that day.

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• The council also helped spearhead legislation in recent years, including SB 23005, which is forestry
• The council also helped spearhead legislation in recent years, including SB 23005, which is forestry
• The council also helped spearhead legislation in recent years, including SB 23005, which is forestry
• Uh, I wanted to let you know that tonight is the legislative reception at the Buckhorn Exchange.
• Uh, I wanted to let you know that tonight is the legislative reception at the Buckhorn Exchange.

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• Mark Harris, Idaho State Senate, Legislative District 35. I'm here to present RS 33025.
• First of all, it clarifies what is a subdivision for purposes of this legislation.
• But this is a good piece of legislation. The work group worked on it, developed it.
• And they haven't been at the table looking at this piece of legislation.
• And they haven't been at the table looking at this piece of legislation.

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• ...and the passage of this legislation. Okay. Are there questions on the amendment, members?
• That legislation didn't pass. So it's ironic, this is 20 years later, the exact opposite.
• And the purpose of that legislation is different than the Vaccine Act.
• There's no need for legislation here.
• But several provisions in the legislation before this committee go beyond consumer protection.

Bills: S0408, S0986, S0678, S0800, S1050, S0484, S1118

Keywords: vaccine advertisement, manufacturer liability, harmful vaccine, healthcare, court action, smoking regulation, public health, vaping, marijuana, public places, Florida Statutes, alcohol distribution, tax deductions, extraordinary losses, warehouse breakage, regulatory compliance, veterinary, prescription, pharmacy, client rights

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• If passed, their legislation would require salon workers to attend informational training on domestic
• This legislation will not lower accounting standards nor diminish the required accounting coursework.
• We will be addressing CPA mobility in another piece of legislation.
• This legislation will help combat possible human trafficking occurring in massage establishments.
• Why this legislation is needed. Avoids redundant regulation.

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• This legislation was brought to me by one of my constituents, Mr.
• Legislation, I close. Thank you, Chairman Metcalfe.
• I urge you to support and advocate for this important legislation.
• I'm the legislative director for the VFW Department of Texas.
• We've got some legislation coming out to protect our veterans who are in jail.

Bills: HCR92, HB 114, HB561, HB 1171, HB1894, HB2026, HB2143, HB2337, HB2564, HB114

Keywords: Tuskegee Airmen, commemoration, African American history, civil rights, military recognition, veterans, mental health, Texas Veterans Commission, peer support, suicide prevention, community mental health, grant program, defense, grants, local government, economic support, community development, health and wellness, outdoor recreation, state land use

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• James Nakbar, Legislative District 3, Representative Ryan. Dr.
• We are joined here today by a wonderful delegation of artists from Legislative District 5.
• To date, 31 states have enacted similar legislation. Let's hope Arizona joins them. Thank you.
• Speaker, I rise in opposition and to explain my vote with regard to this legislation.
• We offered legislation again this session to expand protections for transgender people.

Summary: The House opened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, approval of the prior journal, and recognition of the Doctor of the Day. Members then introduced a number of guests and delegations, with a major theme being Arizona Creative Economy Day and the presence of artists, arts advocates, and cultural organizations at the Capitol. Several members highlighted the economic and community value of the arts, and other personal privilege remarks recognized farm workers, Women’s History Month honorees, and Transgender Day of Visibility. The House then resolved into Committee of the Whole and considered several Senate bills. SB 1113, SB 1165, SB 1477, and SB 1479 were each reported out with do-pass recommendations, with amendments adopted on SB 1113, SB 1477, and SB 1479. Members described SB 1113 as supporting a City of Phoenix police crisis team, SB 1165 as removing financial barriers to breast cancer testing and diagnosis, and SB 1477 as adding transparency and accountability for senior referral agencies. SB 1479 was also advanced after a floor amendment was adopted. On third reading, the House passed SB 1092 on probation by a vote of 39-17, with supporters emphasizing protections for child victims and opposition to probation for child sex offenders. SB 1181, relating to certified public accountants, passed 47-9 after concerns were raised about delegating key licensing requirements to rulemaking. SB 1473, concerning municipal and county zoning, passed 49-7. The House also adopted a motion to request Senate consent to adjourn after Thursday, April 2, 2026, until Tuesday, April 7, 2026, and then adjourned until 10 a.m. on Wednesday, April 1, 2026.

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• This is legislation that I bring forward in working with the Attorney General's office.
• They're in support of this change in this legislation. But with that, Mr.
• It is a good piece of legislation.
• So one legislator couldn't just do this.
• So one legislator couldn't just do this.

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• We're really Grateful to be here on behalf of the Legislative Finance Committee.
• I think that's why people vote for legislators to come up here and do the right thing.
• Finance Committee, all of the staff of the Legislative Finance Committee.
• Any legislator, living or dead, has. Big international headwinds.
• And so that little bit more flexibility and freedom in the legislative budget is important.

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• Some years ago, I had a piece of legislation to designate the black belt as an area where we could...
• They ended up doing it without even having to pass a piece of legislation, working with the... of legislation
• And so, I'm just going to ask on this particular piece of legislation that we have a roll call vote.
• tour with legislators from all over the country.
• I was there, and every legislator that was in There and every legislator that was on that tour except

Bills: HB1

Keywords: DUI, driving under the influence, ignition interlock, interlock device, driver license suspension, restricted license, motor vehicle, alcohol offense, first offense, repeat offender, blood alcohol concentration, BAC, license revocation, Alabama State Law Enforcement Agency, ALEA, public safety, traffic safety, chemical dependency, substance abuse, court referral program

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• I strongly oppose the legislation. Thank you.
• This is the unintended consequences of prior legislation.
• Alexa Chavez, legislative advocate here on behalf of CCPU.
• I'm a legislative advocate with ACLU California Action.
• I see a pathway for this legislation that—” “And others.

Summary: The committee heard several bills, with most of the discussion focused on public safety, consumer protection, and youth harms. AB 1557 by Assemblymember Papin would clarify e-bike motor power limits and set lower speed-related standards for Class 1 and 2 e-bikes. Supporters, including the California Police Chiefs Association, cities, the California Medical Association, and the American Academy of Pediatrics, argued the bill would reduce severe injuries and deaths among young riders. Opponents from People for Bikes warned it could conflict with federal law, create legal uncertainty, and disrupt the bicycle market. The author and committee members acknowledged industry concerns and urged continued work on the bill. AB 1770 by Assemblymember Garcia would place large health care service plan arbitration under California Department of Justice oversight and require compliance with the California Arbitration Act. Supporters described cases where patients were forced into private arbitration with little transparency or accountability, arguing the bill would make the process fairer and more neutral. Kaiser Permanente and the Civil Justice Association of California said they were still reviewing amendments and had not settled on a final position. Committee members expressed sympathy for the personal stories shared and encouraged continued negotiations. The committee also heard AB 2075, which would require fire suppression equipment to be kept closer at hand during brush work, and AB 1864, which would require screening of gene synthesis orders to prevent misuse for bioterrorism. AB 2075 was presented as a response to a Ventura County wildfire, with support from the Ventura County District Attorney’s office and no opposition heard. AB 1864 was backed by the author, Stanford biosecurity expert Dr. Milana Trout, and Encode AI, while Biocom opposed unless amended and California Life Sciences remained neutral. Members discussed implementation details and the role of the Department of Public Health. A major portion of the hearing was devoted to AB 1709, which would set a minimum age of 16 for social media accounts on platforms with harmful features and create an e-safety advisory commission. Supporters, including youth advocates, parents, medical groups, and Common Sense Media, said addictive design features are harming children’s mental health and safety. Opponents, including EFF, the ACLU, TechNet, and other civil liberties and industry groups, argued the bill is overbroad, raises First Amendment and privacy concerns, and could limit access to important online communities. Despite those objections, the bill was moved forward after committee discussion, with members emphasizing the need to protect children while continuing to work on carveouts and implementation details.

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• . legislation. legislation.
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• email is joint committee, period, consumer protection, the and sign, professional licensure at ma legislator
• As a former legislator myself, I clearly am always on the outline... No, good morning, Mr.
• As a former legislator myself, I clearly am always on the outline. That objective.
• If this legislation advanced, I've shopped for them recently. They are small packages.
• Is that acceptable under the legislation for a manufacturer to do that?”

Bills: S3082, S3090, H5425, H5130, H5114

Keywords: animal telehealth, veterinary telemedicine, veterinary telehealth, veterinarian-client-patient relationship, VCPR, animal health, pet care, companion animal, livestock, remote veterinary care, synchronous audio-video, telemedicine, prescription drugs, antimicrobial drugs, controlled substances, xylazine, compounding pharmacy, veterinary practice, Massachusetts Controlled Substances Act, animal owner

Summary: The Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure held a hearing on late-filed bills, with testimony heard both in person and remotely. The committee reviewed several measures, including H. 355 and S. 3082 on veterinary telemedicine/telehealth, H. 5445 on additional liquor licenses for East Hampton, and S. 3090/H. 5114 on consumer-connected devices and software support disclosure. The chair outlined hearing logistics, including three-minute testimony limits and written testimony submission, and noted that Lawrence High School students were present to observe. On the veterinary bills, supporters of H. 355 argued that allowing veterinarians to establish a client-patient relationship remotely would improve access to care for pets whose owners face transportation, mobility, or anxiety-related barriers, and could help veterinarians continue practicing through telemedicine. Opponents of S. 3082, including the Massachusetts Veterinary Medical Association and several veterinarians, said the initial in-person exam is essential to detect conditions that cannot be seen on video, avoid misdiagnosis, and preserve the standard of care; they emphasized that teletriage and follow-up telemedicine are already used after an in-person relationship is established. Committee members pressed both sides on the distinction between teletriage and establishing the relationship, the timing of annual exams, and whether limited exceptions for sedatives or other pre-visit needs might be workable. Senator Lovely testified in support, citing a recent Lyme case where follow-up telemedicine would have been useful. On H. 5445, Representative Gomez and East Hampton Mayor Salem Derby urged approval of the bill to authorize eight additional liquor licenses, saying the city has reached its current cap, needs economic development, and wants to support downtown revitalization and new restaurant growth. Members asked about public safety and the number of licenses sought; the mayor said local public safety officials support the request and that the licenses would be for restaurants, not bars. On S. 3090 and H. 5114, consumer advocates and cybersecurity experts supported requiring manufacturers of connected devices to disclose software support timelines, arguing it would improve consumer transparency, cybersecurity, and reduce e-waste. Industry groups opposed the bills, saying fixed disclosure requirements could be impractical, create confusion, burden small businesses, conflict with federal efforts, and be difficult to apply to appliances, lighting, and other products with long lifecycles. The committee did not take a substantive vote on the bills during the hearing; at the end, staff announced a forthcoming poll for House members, and the committee voted to adjourn.

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• And so this is the loophole that we're trying to fix with this particular legislation.
• And so that's what we're attempting to do with this legislation: fix it. fixed with this particular legislation
• Jim Lindbergh, Friends Committee on Legislation of California. Good morning.
• Jim Lindbergh, Friends Committee on Legislation of California, opposed.
• Jim Lindbergh, Friends Committee on Legislation of California, respectfully opposed.

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