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• Health and social services.
• From those who responded to the LA fires, to those who are working on the Moss Landing battery fire in
• Marlis Perez with the Department of Healthcare Services.
• For those, that would be a year past the date of service for any services provided in July, but they
• similar services in the U.K.

Summary: The hearing opened with remarks from the chair and members about recent federal cuts to public health, mental health, family planning, and Title X funding, with strong concern about the impact on California programs and providers. The committee then turned to the Department of State Hospitals, which presented its 2025-26 budget proposal of $3.4 billion, including new positions, capital improvements, and funding tied to increased patient costs and incompetent-to-stand-trial services. DSH reported major progress in reducing the IST waitlist and wait times, said it had met the court’s 28-day treatment benchmark for those without extenuating circumstances, and described workforce recruitment and retention efforts such as residency programs, fellowships, outreach, and hiring streamlining. Members asked about future IST referral trends, SB 1323’s effect on diversion and community treatment, and workforce lessons in high-cost regions; public comment urged reconsideration of county IST growth cap methodology in light of new criminal justice initiatives. The committee next received an informational overview of Proposition 1 and its changes to behavioral health funding and governance. The Legislative Analyst’s Office explained that Prop. 1 restructured county MHSA funding buckets, expanded the Commission for Behavioral Health, shifted prevention and early intervention responsibilities, and authorized a $6.4 billion bond, including $4.4 billion for behavioral health facilities through BHCIP. DHCS said it had released guidance for county integrated plans and was receiving extensive public comment. Members focused on BHCIP application requirements, especially letters of support and tribal projects, and raised concerns about whether DHCS’s implementation matched statutory intent. DHCS said it had authority to set application requirements and that tribal entities were treated differently because of sovereignty and funding structure. DHCS then updated the committee on BHCIP, the Behavioral Health Bridge Housing Program, and related bond implementation. The department said BHCIP had awarded about $1.7 billion across five rounds, with more than 130 projects and 223 distinct facilities funded, and that it was preparing to award the new bond funds after receiving nearly $8 billion in applications. The LAO’s assessment found that more than half of awards served at least 80% Medi-Cal enrollees, but also raised concerns that the regional allocation model could reinforce inequities, that the program had not sufficiently addressed the highest-need regions such as the southern San Joaquin Valley, and that smaller counties and less launch-ready applicants faced barriers. For bridge housing, DHCS said more than $1.1 billion had been awarded, serving over 5,000 people and supporting more than 2,000 operational beds, but the Governor’s budget proposes to eliminate Round 4 funding as the administration weighs other statewide investments and Proposition 1 implementation workload. Public commenters and members urged more accountability, better regional equity, stronger labor and community involvement, and caution about funding for for-profit psychiatric facilities. Finally, the committee heard on the Children and Youth Behavioral Health Initiative. CalHHS and DHCS described CYBHI as a broad prevention- and equity-focused effort with more than 1,300 organizations funded, over $2.1 billion awarded, and multiple work streams spanning schools, community programs, workforce, and digital supports. DHCS highlighted school-based services, the fee schedule rollout, and digital platforms BrightLife Kids and Soluna, which it said are reaching users statewide and providing low-barrier access to coaching and support. Members and public commenters raised concerns about delays in school fee schedule implementation, the large share of funding going to digital tools, the need for more in-person services, and whether the initiative is sufficiently tracking outcomes and equity impacts. No formal votes were taken during the hearing.

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• And I think, you know, there's a lot of customer service that we need to focus on.
• Anyway, say, ...flammable substance leaked from the terminal and ultimately caught fire.
• Ben, thank you so much for your service to the state so far and thank you for being here.
• My family cultivated in me a strong spirit of public service, primarily through their example.
• My parents... dedicated their lives to public service.

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• Tariffs driving up fuel on the fire.
• </c> Tots and television commercials, firing Tots and television commercials, firing up<00:21:07.360>
• Over my 15 years of service in this Over my 15 years of service in this wonderful<00:47:20.480><c> chamber
• Serving as the second Black chief in the department's history, Fire Chief Tiner led Minneapolis Fire
• ,</c><07:34:31.120><c> or</c> to go to court, to public services, or to go to court, to public services

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, 1012, house, all

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• :32:49.799><c> all</c> have like 270 ambulance services and all have like 270 ambulance services and
• This is a community service project.
• This is a community service project.
• Zach then moved to the county veteran service field, where he was a County Veteran Service Officer in
• </c> where he was a County Veteran service where he was a County Veteran service officer<00:49:24.720

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• Additionally, the National Fire Protection Association's 2024 health care facilities code requires the
• And now all the fire stations have a capture system installed in all fire stations.
• thing we always think about is safety: safety of the patients and those also delivering health care services

Summary: The subcommittee first heard HB 103, which would require hospitals and surgical centers to adopt policies using surgical smoke evacuation systems during procedures. Representative Woodson and several nurses and health care advocates testified that surgical smoke contains harmful chemicals and pathogens, poses respiratory risks to operating room staff and patients, and that the bill is needed to protect nurses and address workforce shortages. Members from both parties voiced support, and the bill was reported favorably by a 17-0 vote. The committee then took up HB 223, as amended, which would allow residents of nursing home or assisted living rooms to use fixed cameras, with guardrails on consent, non-rotatable placement, and prohibitions on posting footage online. The sponsor said the measure is intended to help families monitor loved ones and deter abuse or neglect, while supporters from AARP and some caregivers described cameras as tools for accountability and peace of mind. Facility and industry representatives raised concerns about privacy, dignity, roommate consent, and the potential impact on personal care conversations and resident autonomy. After questions and debate, members discussed how consent would work, who could access recordings, and how the bill would handle roommate changes and misuse of footage. The sponsor said the bill would continue to be refined in later committees. HB 223 was reported favorably as amended by a 16-2 vote, with Representatives Campbell and Franklin voting no. The meeting then adjourned.

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• legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Edward Suber, an employee of the Department of Youth Services
• endorsement that it had been referred under suspension of Joint Rule 12 to the Committee on Public Service
• Development; and the petition of John Barrett III relative to authorizing the firefighters of the Adams Fire
• District to continue service past the age of 65, to the Committee on Public Service.

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The House opened with the Pledge of Allegiance and then took up several committee reports and procedural motions. Members adopted a resolution designating August 8 and 9, 2026, as a sales tax holiday, concurred with the Senate on a sick leave bank petition for Edward Suber of the Department of Youth Services, and suspended Joint Rule 12 to allow two additional petitions to move forward: one concerning contract and coverage standards for health care worker platforms and another allowing firefighters of the Adams Fire District to continue serving past age 65. The House also received and approved a scheduling report for several bills, including two additional sick leave bank measures and a bill on firefighter and police officer age requirements. The chamber then moved through third-reading and engrossment actions on several bills. It passed Senate Bill 2574, providing accidental death benefits for the surviving spouse of a former Boston firefighter, and Senate Bill 2967, addressing ownership and maintenance of the Town Line Brook and Lindenbrook culverts and dams. The House also enacted House Bill 5392, authorizing the town of North Attleborough to establish a means-tested senior citizen property tax exemption. Later, it passed to engrossment House Bill 4716, amending the charter of the city of Pittsfield, and House Bill 5358, authorizing the City of Newton to place municipal charge liens for unpaid local charges or fines. The House observed a moment of silent tribute for Michael P. Higgins of Woburn, recognizing his long service to the community, local courts, politics, and addiction awareness efforts. The session concluded with adoption of an order to meet again Monday at 11:00 a.m., followed by adjournment to an informal session at that time.

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• Resolutions filed by Representative McKenna of Sutton congratulating Douglas Fire Chief John J.
• congratulating the Appalachian Mountain Club on the occasion of its 150th anniversary and its outstanding service
• Hughes, Act relative to creditable service for Thomas Brooks. Petition of Mark J.
• Hughes, Act relative to creditable service for Thomas Brooks. Petition of Bud L.
• become members of the Massachusetts Teachers Retirement System, severally to the Committee on Public Service

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The House opened with the Pledge of Allegiance and adopted two congratulatory resolutions: one honoring Douglas Fire Chief John J. Furno on his retirement and another recognizing the Appalachian Mountain Club’s 150th anniversary and its conservation and outdoor recreation work. The chamber also suspended Joint Rule 12 to allow several petitions to be referred, including a creditable service petition for Thomas Brooks, a retirement-related petition for Springfield Empowerment Zone teachers, and a bridge designation petition for a bridge in Gardner. The House then took up several bills on the calendar. It ordered to a third reading bills authorizing Berkeley to increase its Board of Selectmen, banning the retail sale of dogs, cats, rabbits, and guinea pigs in pet shops, and relating to land interests in West Brookfield. It later passed to be engrossed bills authorizing South Hadley to grant additional all-alcohol licenses and Westford to grant an additional off-premises all-alcohol license. After a recess and a moment of silence honoring Constance “Connie” Ellen Kruger of Amherst, the House returned to consider House Bill 5478, a bill creating a temporary summer 2026 pilot allowing municipalities to opt in to extended liquor-license hours and public consumption in designated districts. The House adopted a further amendment, concurred with the Senate as amended, adopted the emergency preamble, and then passed the bill to be enacted. The House also adopted an order to adjourn and recessed until the next formal session on Wednesday at 11 a.m.

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• to keep everyone who is both working here and visiting here safe and Be able to provide whatever services
• I know that it is Sometimes like drinking from a fire hose for all of us, especially the first few days
• So, legislative council approval is required for the legislative council service To pay mileage and per
• Finally, I just want to mention that I think, as you all know, The Legislative Council Service takes
• I also just want to put a plug that the council service did create a dedicated email address for use

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• Adult Mental Disability Services.
• Adult Mental Disability Services.
• Leslie Fiske, Secretary of Shared Administrative Services.
• with the Division of Services for the Blind.
• So we're fixing to put out the fire on the dumpster fire.

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• Our maximum dwelling limit for the homeowners and dwelling fire product is 450,000.
• Our maximum dwelling limit for the homeowners and dwelling fire product is 450,000.
• Our maximum dwelling limit for the homeowners and dwelling fire product is 450,000.
• </c><00:38:19.920><c> Um</c> homeowners and dwelling fire product.
• Um homeowners and dwelling fire product.

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Summary: The joint committees held an informational briefing on efforts to expand insurance capacity in Hawaii’s property market, especially for condominium and homeowners coverage. The Insurance Commissioner reviewed the background: a legislative task force, the governor’s emergency proclamation in August 2024, and Senate Bill 1044 in May 2025 led to new condo insurance products. He said the work over the past two and a half years was producing positive results and introduced representatives from HPIA and HHRF/HHR to provide updates. HPIA’s board chair and its administrator described the organization’s history, structure, and current products. HPIA said it was created in 1991 as a residual market for homeowners insurance, now writing four residential products: HO2 homeowners, renters, HO6 condo unit owners, and dwelling fire. They reported policy counts have grown again as admitted-market carriers tightened underwriting, and they discussed financial pressure from reinsurance costs, though those costs had declined in 2025 after different purchasing decisions. They also said the market has become more favorable overall, with some capacity returning and deductibles beginning to ease. Members focused much of their questioning on HPIA’s proposed higher dwelling limits. HPIA explained that the current $450,000 limit for homeowners and dwelling fire was set in 2023, but agents are now asking for a higher limit in the $650,000 to $750,000 range because construction costs have risen and many policies are not being submitted when the limit is too low. HPIA said it has the authority to raise the limit through a filing with the Insurance Division and expects more submissions if the cap increases. They also discussed the shift in the book of business from roughly 70% lava-zone coverage to closer to a 50/50 split between lava and non-lava risks. HPIA outlined strategic initiatives: a new policy administration system that went live October 1 and now allows online payments, online claims reporting, and electronic notices; a filed request to raise the homeowners and dwelling fire limit to $650,000 effective March 1 for new business and April 1 for renewals; an increase in the HO6 condo unit owners limit from $5,000 to $100,000; and a planned commercial property all-other-perils-excluding-hurricane condo product targeted for filing by January 31. No votes were taken, and the meeting was informational only.

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• for a new fire station in Elk<00:19:16.320><c> River.
• </c> for 3 million dollars for a new fire for 3 million dollars for a new fire station.
• </c> is for the Cloquet area fire district. is for the Cloquet area fire district.
• </c> and it authorizes the Cloquet area fire and it authorizes the Cloquet area fire district<00:23:13.160
• </c> million for the new construction of fire million for the new construction of fire station<00:26:

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• Speaker, have been employed as cast and crew and services.
• Speaker, have been employed as cast and crew and services.
• That's Sol on Fire. And it puts Missouri in an incredible light, St.
• That's Sol on Fire. And it puts Missouri in an incredible light, St.
• Currently, there is a fire district in the state that has been without a contract for three years.

Summary: The House first established a quorum after a quorum call, then moved into House Bills for Perfection. House Bill 2297, a fence-law bill, was presented as a way to let livestock owners enter up to 10 feet onto neighboring property to repair fence lines and remove brush or debris on the fence line without being treated as trespassers. Supporters said the current law leaves livestock owners responsible for fences but without a practical way to fix them, creating safety and liability problems; the bill was described as a long-running issue in rural areas. Members discussed property-rights concerns, but the substitute was adopted and the bill was ordered perfected and printed. House Bills 2142 and 2058, dealing with the Missouri film tax incentive program, were then taken up. Sponsors said the program has produced strong economic returns, more productions, jobs, and spending in Missouri, and the bill would modernize the program by combining separate film and TV funding buckets while removing the proposed sunset extension. An amendment to keep the original sunset was adopted, and the bill as amended was perfected and printed after debate over tax credits, workforce development, and whether the incentives should be expanded or curtailed. The House also perfected House Bill 3004, a truth-in-labeling measure for wood products. The sponsor said the bill would protect Missouri’s hardwood industry by requiring products sold in the state to be labeled accurately if they are actually laminate, plastic, rubber, or other non-wood materials. Supporters called it a consumer-protection and industry-preservation bill, while one member questioned how it would apply to online and out-of-state sellers and expressed some reservations. The substitute was adopted and the bill was ordered perfected and printed. House Bills 3283 and 3306 were taken up together and described as a framework for resolving municipal public-employee contract disputes, especially for firefighters and other public employees under the State Board of Mediation. The bill sets a timeline for bargaining, mediation, and arbitration and defines good faith in negotiations; an amendment clarified that teachers and law enforcement are excluded under existing statutory definitions. Supporters said it would prevent years-long contract stalemates and save taxpayer money, while one member raised concerns about whether it would alter existing authority of public governing boards. The amendment and substitute were adopted, and the combined bill was perfected and printed. Finally, House Bill 2536, a restroom and private-space designation bill, drew extensive debate. The sponsor said it would require government-controlled multi-occupancy restrooms, changing rooms, and sleeping quarters to be designated by biological sex, with exceptions for custodial work, emergencies, law enforcement, and adults assisting children or people with disabilities. An amendment was adopted to clarify duties for the Department of Corrections and public safety officers. Supporters framed the bill as a privacy and safety measure for women and girls, citing incidents at schools and Kansas City International Airport; opponents argued it would not prevent crime, could lead to intrusive enforcement, and would harm transgender people and families. The transcript ends with the bill still under discussion, with no final vote shown on the underlying measure.

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• And the bill has nothing to do with abortion or prenatal services provided.
• </c> not prenatal services. not prenatal services.
• </c> It's not about what prenatal services It's not about what prenatal services are<00:43:39.480><c>
• , the Vermont Criminal Justice Services, and the Vermont Criminal Justice Council.
• , the Vermont Criminal Justice Services, and the Vermont Criminal Justice Council.

Keywords: 927, senate, all

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• is more abundant can help reduce electric grid costs and provide ratepayers with more affordable service
• And CPUC just came out a couple of months ago recommending for the transmission to have an in-service
• And so certainly some of our services such as like permit assistance and support will certainly some
• of our services such as like permit assistance and support, we have an ability to leverage our other
• We have seen fire after fire where, when something bad happens, there is a lot of discussion and a lot

Summary: The committee first heard AB 710, which would expand dynamic pricing and time-of-use electricity rates and require utilities to develop plans for advanced metering infrastructure so more customers can participate. The author and supporters said the bill would encourage load shifting to times when electricity is cheaper and cleaner, reduce curtailment of renewable energy, and help address affordability. PG&E and SDG&E opposed the bill as drafted, arguing the deadlines were premature, could disrupt ongoing CPUC rate proceedings and pilot programs, and might force costly changes before results are known; Golden State Power Cooperative was neutral and flagged a technical issue. After questions and discussion about timing and scope, the committee passed AB 710 on an 11-0 vote and also approved the consent calendar 15-0. The committee then held its first 2026 oversight hearing on implementation of the California Transmission Accelerator created by SB 254. GoBiz, IBank, CAISO, and the Department of Finance outlined the new program’s structure: GoBiz’s energy unit will coordinate the accelerator, IBank will evaluate and finance eligible projects, CAISO’s transmission planning and competitive solicitation process will identify projects, and the tax credit will provide an additional incentive for developers. Administration witnesses said trailer bill language and about 10 limited-term positions are being proposed to clarify roles, protect confidential information, and support the revolving fund, with roughly $26 million in administrative costs over five years. Committee members focused on coordination among agencies, supply-chain risks, regional market planning, and whether the accelerator has enough authority to move projects quickly. CAISO said its planning and competitive procurement processes already align closely with the accelerator and that no tariff changes are expected, while GoBiz and IBank said they are still developing financing strategies and learning from other states. Public commenters supported faster transmission but urged the committee to preserve the role of competitive developers, clarify ownership and risk allocation, and ensure wildfire safety and accountability. The hearing ended with no formal action beyond receiving testimony and committing to continued oversight.

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• Lindberg's prior government service prior private sector expertise and his deep trade background will
• In recognition of his leadership at Exium, Luke earned the Distinguished Service Award.
• Trade Representative and the USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service to ensure strict enforcement of
• Five alarm fire. We're in trouble. Ag Department and us, we have a big, big chore in front of us.
• I think the Foreign Agricultural Service plays a vital role in those discussions.

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• </c> their County Assessor veteran service their County Assessor veteran service organizations<00:03:
• </c> providing important Community Services providing important Community Services including<00:05:00.320
• </c> cities such as fire cities such as fire trucks<00:05:11.360><c> these</c><00:05:11.479><c> are</
• Thank you for your service.
• Thank you for your service.

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• exchange and transfer and moving of credit card services.
• Are they going to be compensated for providing these services?
• Providing these services in addition to the services that they already offer.
• already provide the service?
• So it's not full banking services.

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• /c><00:21:52.159><c> now</c> have been in military service right now have been in military service right
• to honor their service.
• to honor their service.
• related through a type usually service related through a type of<00:31:27.360><c> service</c><00:31:
• </c> which can be used to verify his service. which can be used to verify his service.

Bills: HB0026, HB0042, HB0067, HB0069

Keywords: tribal governments, vehicle registration, exemption, license plates, Wind River Indian Reservation, vehicle, accident, duty to stop, felony, personal injury, death, veterans property tax exemption, ad valorem tax, property tax relief, military tax exemption, Wyoming National Guard, active duty, reserve members, surviving spouse, surviving parent

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• And that includes employees of municipalities, whether they be the police chief or the fire chief or
• um whether they be the police chief or um whether they be the police chief or the<00:12:45.200><c> fire
• > or</c><00:12:46.240><c> the</c><00:12:46.959><c> highway</c><00:12:47.519><c> department</c> the fire
• chief or the highway department the fire chief or the highway department uh<00:12:48.720><c> employee
• ><c> services</c><00:28:34.799><c> then</c> they're providing lobbying services then they're providing

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Summary: The committee met in executive session to consider HB 314, which would prohibit the use of federal, state, or local funds for lobbying activities. Representative Turkot offered a replace-all amendment intended to be a compromise measure focused on transparency and local control. He explained that the amendment narrows the bill to registered lobbyists, clarifies that public officials and employees who are not required to register as lobbyists are not restricted from testifying, and adds a process allowing municipalities to opt in to lobbying-related spending if approved locally and disclosed in annual reports. He also said the amendment was designed to address confusion he believes has been caused by misinformation about the bill’s effect on municipalities and associations. Committee members raised repeated concerns about how the amendment would apply to school districts, cooperative districts, counties, and other associations beyond the New Hampshire Municipal Association. Turkot and others said the language in RSA 15 and the added references to RSA 318-A were intended to cover lobbying entities generally, while the NHMA section was included because it is separately addressed in statute. Several members questioned whether the amendment’s intent was clear enough without explicit references to schools and counties, and whether the committee should have held a public hearing on the substantially revised language. Supporters argued the amendment was clear, that school districts and municipalities are distinct legal entities, and that cooperative districts could handle the issue through their existing annual-report and voting processes. The discussion also covered how local approval would work, including whether the proposal would require an opt-in vote and how county budgets would reflect lobbying-related dues or expenses. Members noted that in cooperative districts and county settings, approval would likely be handled through existing budget or annual report procedures, with majority vote rules applying where relevant. No final vote on the amendment or bill is reflected in the transcript excerpt, but the committee spent most of the session debating the scope, clarity, and transparency requirements of the proposed changes.

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• Lake Superior College no longer simulates aircraft fires, but the facility remains an important training
• Lake Superior College no longer simulates<00:10:42.800><c> aircraft</c><00:10:43.279><c> fires,</c><00
• :10:43.839><c> but</c><00:10:44.000><c> the</c> simulates aircraft fires, but the simulates aircraft
• suppressant for flammable liquid fires.
• We no longer simulate aircraft fires, just structural fires using customized shipping containers in modular

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