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• We should be helping tenants in our state.
• Land bank authorities are authorized to acquire, hold, manage, improve, lease, transfer, or dispose of
• We are excited that Housing authorities are allowed to become land banking authorities through this enabling
• Housing Authority law.
• Housing Authority law.

Bills: HB1974, HB2265, HB2452

Keywords: land bank, land banking authority, affordable housing, housing crisis, housing supply, public corporation, public housing authority, nonprofit housing, tax-foreclosed property, blight remediation, redevelopment, anti-displacement, equity, redlining, racial segregation, deed restriction, affordability covenant, property tax exemption, excise tax exemption, predevelopment

Summary: The Housing Committee held public hearings on three bills. HB 2265, sponsored by Rep. Mena, would add tenant protections during extreme heat by allowing portable cooling devices, requiring landlords in the RLTA to provide cooling as reasonably required, and barring physical evictions during declared extreme heat periods. Committee members and the sponsor raised questions about how “reasonably required” cooling would be defined, how the eviction pause would work with sheriffs and unlawful detainer timelines, and whether the bill could raise rents or create liability and operational problems for landlords. Public testimony was split: supporters cited the 2021 heat dome, climate projections, and deaths from overheating, while opponents from landlord and property manager groups warned about costs, safety, building capacity, and eviction delays. Several witnesses asked for amendments, and the sponsor said she was open to further work on implementation details. The committee then heard HB 1974, a proposed substitute authorizing land banks in county urban growth areas to acquire, hold, improve, and transfer property for affordable housing, with tax exemptions and affordability requirements. The bill sponsor described it as a scaled-back version developed through an interim work group, and supporters from land banks, housing authorities, developers, youth shelter providers, and housing advocates said it would help assemble land, reduce costs, and support affordable and starter-home production. A counties representative also testified in support but said the grant program removed from the substitute would be worth restoring. One member asked staff about the bill’s priority transfer of tax-foreclosed property to land banks and whether that could affect surplus proceeds, and staff said the language applies to properties that have already gone through the auction process, though the terminology may need further review. Finally, the committee heard HB 2452, which would change service requirements for rent increase notices by allowing personal delivery, regular mail, or posting on the dwelling unit, instead of the current certified-mail-style requirement tied to unlawful detainer notices. The sponsor said the current system has led to notices not reaching tenants and unnecessary costs, and supporters from landlord, property management, realtor, and business groups said certified mail is expensive, inefficient, and often ineffective. Tenant advocates opposed the bill, arguing that mail-only service weakens notice protections and can cause tenants to miss time-sensitive rent increases; they said any reform should preserve door posting or personal service. The committee took no votes on any of the bills and closed the public hearings after testimony.

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• Auditor, JLARC, OSPI, the State Board of Education, of representation from the State Auditor, JLARC,
• OSPI, the State Board of Education, the Executive Director of the State Charter School Commission, appointees
• And there are some things that we do at a state level.
• And there are some things that we do at a state level.
• Cummings, Washington State School for the Blind Board of Trustees.

Bills: HB1796, SGA9249, SGA9269, SGA9244

Keywords: school construction, contract indebtedness, school districts, bonding authority, education funding, 904, all

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• We want any SCAP authority is not changed in terms of what a district's allowed SCAP authority is and
• We want any SCAP authority is not changed in terms of what a district's allowed SCAP authority is and
• We want any SCAP authority is not changed in terms of what a district's allowed SCAP authority is and
• State law...
• The act provides federal funding to states, and states receiving this funding must... ...and states receiving

Bills: HB1796

Keywords: school construction, contract indebtedness, school districts, bonding authority, education funding, 904, all

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• It's accessible without a prescription in many countries around the world and in four states in the U.S
• as drug dealers without a prescription, providing that they follow guidelines to be laid out by the State
• And it allows the State Board of Pharmacy to make rules as needed.
• We, as a state, have so far to go. ...so much to do to rebuild robust public health systems, rebuild

Bills: HB25

Keywords: ivermectin, pharmacist authority, prescription-free, healthcare regulation, patient access, 1185, senate, all

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• Senate bill 1645 establishes parameters for the Oklahoma healthcare Authority when they're performing
• We're giving the authority under the main purpose to allow the Oklahoma Board of Podiatric Medicine to
• This bill has been approved in multiple states in the United States.
• This time, Oklahoma and the United States offer potentially life-saving options.
• Over 15 states have approved bills very similar to This bill has approved this language.

Bills: SB206, SB904, SB933, SB1436, SB1500, SB1553, SB1557, SB1567, SB1644, SB1645, SB1651, SB1794, SB1833, SB1849, SB1984

Keywords: SB206, emergency medical services, EMS, ambulance, 911 response, emergency response, essential services, federal funding, grant funding, public health, health care facility, municipality, county, ambulance service district, tribal entity, public entity, contract ambulance service, Oklahoma, 63 O.S. 2021 Section 1-2502, emergency clause

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• State Senator Steve Conway representing the 29th Legislative District.
• state or local governments.
• state or local governments.
• United States EPA.
• are equivalent to the United States EPA.

Bills: SB6134, SB6136, SB6188

Keywords: unemployment insurance, UI benefits, striking workers, strike, labor dispute, retroactive wages, overpayment assessment, overpayment recovery, Employment Security Department, ESD, claimant notice, benefit recoupment, Washington unemployment law, worker notice, federal unemployment tax credit, state unemployment fund, workers' compensation, industrial insurance, premium rates, rate transparency

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• So, mahalo to both of you for stepping forward, and welcome to your Hawaii State Senate.
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Bills: SCR47, SCR21, SCR163, SCR169, SCR170, SCR50, SCR75, SCR149, HCR83, HCR111, HCR110, HCR122, HCR118, HCR61, HCR162, HCR36, HCR19, HCR106, HCR14, HCR178, SB3022, SB3102, SB3144

Keywords: sister-state, Hawaii, Okayama, Japan, cultural exchange, economic partnership, tourism, agriculture, international relations, healthcare, rural clinic, feasibility study, access to care, community health, Volcano community, Hawaiʻi Health Systems Corporation, emergency services, health assessment, Pacific Inter-Parliamentary Assembly, Legislative Cooperation

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• They look at your history. over in your existing state or your state of origin.
• states work.
• All it contemplates is if the other state and Texas or a series of states a combination of states want
• Those are state owned, but they're not state operated.
• State Hospital.

Bills: HB713, HB827, HB932, HB499, HB510, HB163, HB296, HB879, HB913, HB163, HB296

Keywords: healthcare, maternal health, reporting requirements, Texas Maternal Mortality and Morbidity Review Committee, health provider immunity, workplace violence, nurses, grant program, healthcare facilities, safety measures, safety, nursing, grants, healthcare safety, verbal abuse, physical abuse, nurse empowerment, occupational therapy, licensure, interstate practice

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• House Bill 5141 is Representative Howard's bill, which authorizes the Department of State Health Services
• authority for PrEP immunization authority to continue.
• Expanding our authority under state law is not about replacing physicians.
• the state.
• So it doesn't, it does. authorize the same authority.

Bills: HB 3772, HB 1656, HB 4504, HB 1896, HB 4420, HB 4421, HB 4076, HB 3708, HB 2806, HB 3540, HB 1586, HB 5459, HB 4553, HB 4535, HB 3811, HB 3749, HB 4255, HB 4051, HB 5098, HB 3554, HB 4539, HB 5274

Keywords: e-cigarettes, health and safety, regulations, directory, penalties, regulation, certification, compliance, manufacturers, FDA, nicotine, mental health, emergency detention, paramedic authority, mental illness, healthcare facility, public health, covenants not to compete, health care practitioners, physicians

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• The state government committee is responsible for numerous entities within state government, and that
• Article 2 is the state government policy.
• The bill also strengthens the authority for state agencies to share data with one another related to
• Forward authority in the executive branch with the existing carry forward authority in the legislative
• Chair now of State Government Finance.

Bills: HF2783, HF2603, HF2846, HF2354, HF1836, HF2713, HF1198, HF1389

Keywords: state government finance, biennial budget, appropriations, Minnesota Management and Budget, Healthy Aging Subcabinet, Office of Healthy Aging, older adults, aging policy, long-term care, caregivers, public health, Medicaid fraud, medical assistance fraud, attorney general subpoena power, fraud enforcement, business filing fraud, Secretary of State, deceptive mailings, consumer protection, certified public accountant

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• </c> Authority called HISA. Authority called HISA.
• The bill also strengthens the authority for state agencies to share data with one another related to
• </c> folks across state government. folks across state government.
• </c> state enterprise. state enterprise.
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Bills: HF2783, HF2603, HF2846, HF2354, HF1836, HF2713, HF1198, HF1389

Keywords: state government finance, biennial budget, appropriations, Minnesota Management and Budget, Healthy Aging Subcabinet, Office of Healthy Aging, older adults, aging policy, long-term care, caregivers, public health, Medicaid fraud, medical assistance fraud, attorney general subpoena power, fraud enforcement, business filing fraud, Secretary of State, deceptive mailings, consumer protection, certified public accountant

Bills: HB443

Keywords: HB443, Underground Damage Prevention Program, One-Call Notification System, 811, utility locate, dig law, excavation safety, damage prevention, underground utilities, pipeline safety, public utilities, buried facilities, excavation notice, demolition notice, Alabama Public Service Commission, sunset extension, utility protection, locate request, call before you dig, gas pipeline

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• leaving our state because they cannot do business in our state. >> Got an amendment you talked about
• local or state vote for local or state local or state executive<00:02:23.160><c> committee</c><00:02
• </c> state executive committees as well. state executive committees as well.
• if our federal and state versus federal state<00:11:48.480><c> and</c><00:11:48.600><c> local</c> state
• ><c> county</c> &gt;&gt; So the state and county &gt;&gt; So the state and county pay. pay. pay.

Bills: SB237, HB541, SB237, HB541

Keywords: hemp, hemp beverages, psychoactive cannabinoids, psychoactive hemp products, delta-8 THC, delta-9 THC, delta-10 THC, cannabidiol, CBD, intoxicating hemp, hemp-derived THC, cannabis regulation, marijuana alternatives, alcoholic beverage control, ABC Board, licensing, permit, excise tax, age verification, under 21

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• Senate Bill 1059 relating to the authority of the governing body of a home rule municipality to submit
• This is a bill about cross-state moves and making sure our voter rolls are updated, and I move suspension
• I'd like to, I want to announce that the Committee on State Affairs will, will meet, resume its meeting
• This Committee on State Affairs will meet on its posted agenda and pending business at 3:30 here in the
• State Affairs back in at 3:30 here in the Senate chamber this afternoon. Thank you, Mr. President.

Bills: SCR22, SB53, SB204, SB266, SB268, SB291, SB292, SB296, SB304, SB305, SB413, SB447, SB455, SB462, SB493, SB504, SB519, SB522, SB532, SB541, SB667, SB670, SB673, SB681, SB687, SB711, SB746, SB765, SB783, SB827, SB850, SB860, SB888, SB897, SB901, SB927, SB955, SB963, SB984, SB989, SB993, SB996, SB1023, SB1033, SB1058, SB1062, SB1101, SB1119, SB1172, SB1173, SB1215, SB1220, SB1227, SB1228, SB1229, SB1238, SB1239, SB1245, SB1248, SB1254, SB1259, SB1273, SB1277, SB1302, SB1332, SB1341, SB1346, SB1350, SB1352, SB1353, SB1355, SB1358, SB1370, SB1371, SB1378, SB1403, SB1404, SB1415, SB1437, SB1448, SB1450, SB1464, SB1493, SB1494, SB1537, SB1566, SB1569, SB1589, SB1598, SB1644, SB1709, SB1719, SB1729, SB1733, SB1744, SB1772, SB1810, SB1841, SB1895, SB1930, SB2039, SB2289, SB2312, SCR1, SCR6, SCR27, SCR32, SB2232

Keywords: SCR 22, Senate Concurrent Resolution 22, official state gun, state symbol, cannon, artillery, Texas Revolution, Battle of Gonzales, Come and Take It, Alamo, San Jacinto, Twin Sisters, Sam Houston, Angelina Eberly, Texas history, historic weapon, commemorative resolution, state emblem, Texas heritage, Gonzales Memorial Museum

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• That reaches far beyond the legitimate authority of the court and becomes policymaking.
• The district judge had no authority over people who weren't before the court.
• It affected my state and the Northern District.
• . of the United States and of the state wherein they reside.
• We have the president of the United States doing it and I would just ask you.

Keywords: universal injunctions, legislative reforms, judicial authority, executive power, balance of power, judicial overreach

Summary: During this meeting, the committee focused on the implications of universal injunctions, which have become a significant concern in recent years. The discussion centered around various legislative proposals aimed at addressing the perceived overreach of district judges who issue nationwide injunctions that affect policies across the entire country. Several members expressed the belief that such injunctions undermine judicial authority and disrupt the balance of power between the judiciary and executive branches. Expert witnesses testified about the historical context of universal injunctions and the necessity for reforms that would limit the power of courts to grant remedies benefitting non-parties.

Bills: HB78

Keywords: Baldwin County, court proceedings, nonjury cases, branch courthouses, judicial authority, 1136, house, all

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• Doctorkip is also a sitting member of the Oklahoma State Board of Examiners of Psychologists, and not
• If the clerk would please read, clerk will read Mariane Nellie Castaneda began her state service as an
• And whereas the Oklahoma State Senate, acting on behalf of the great state of Oklahoma, takes great pleasure
• My plans are to go to law school and attend Northeastern State University for my undergrad.
• Our speaker tomorrow is Doctor Brett Carver from Oklahoma State University.

Bills: HB4440, HJR1067, HJR1087, HB4426, HB3704, HB4311, HB3044, HB4191, HB3465, HB3972, HB3759, HB3625, HB1411, HB2980, HB3015, HB3147, HB3277, HB3323, HB3443, HB3882, HB3406, HB2975, HB3977, HB3263, HB2988, HB3404, HB1770

Keywords: Medicaid, low-income adults, healthcare, eligibility restrictions, constitutional amendment, Medicaid expansion, SoonerCare, health coverage, federal matching funds, FMAP, Article XXV-A, state question, special election, Title 63, public assistance, healthcare funding, federal-state match, Medicaid eligibility, Oklahoma Constitution, ad valorem

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• And whereas the Oklahoma State Senate, acting on behalf of the great state of Oklahoma, takes great pleasure
• My plans are to go to law school and attend Northeastern State University for my undergrad.
• My plans are to go to law school and attend Northeastern State University for my undergrad.
• In the back of the Senate chambers, in the lounge, is a Tier 1 nominee for Secretary of State.
• Brett Carver from Oklahoma State University.

Bills: HB4440, HJR1067, HJR1087, HB4426, HB3704, HB4311, HB3044, HB4191, HB3465, HB3972, HB3759, HB3625, HB1411, HB2980, HB3015, HB3147, HB3277, HB3323, HB3443, HB3882, HB3406, HB2975, HB3977, HB3263, HB2988, HB3404, HB1770

Keywords: Medicaid, low-income adults, healthcare, eligibility restrictions, constitutional amendment, Medicaid expansion, SoonerCare, health coverage, federal matching funds, FMAP, Article XXV-A, state question, special election, Title 63, public assistance, healthcare funding, federal-state match, Medicaid eligibility, Oklahoma Constitution, ad valorem

Summary: The Senate convened, established a quorum, and opened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance. The chamber then recognized several guests and honorees, including the doctor of the day, Dr. Mukesh Perek; nurse of the day, Cynthia Cochran; psychologist of the day, Dr. Colby Kipp; and a guest introduced by Senator Brooks, Marianella “Nellie” Castaneda, who was honored for her quick action in responding to a distress call that helped prompt a law enforcement response in a domestic violence situation. Senator Brooks and Castaneda both spoke about the incident and the importance of staff responsiveness and public service. The Senate also honored Jalen Lundry of Hayworth, named a national champion in the FFA Agriscience Fair for research on red wiggler worms and soil health. Lundry spoke briefly about her project and thanked Senator George Burns. The Pro Tem recognized April 6, 2026, as National Rifle Association and Oklahoma Rifle Association Day, with representatives from both organizations present in the gallery. The chamber also introduced the week’s pages, who each identified their schools, senators they were paging for, and future plans. No legislation was debated or voted on during the session. Instead, members made committee and floor announcements, including upcoming meetings of Revenue and Taxation, Appropriations, Public Safety, and the Senate Rural Caucus. The Senate then adopted a motion to adjourn and stood adjourned until Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at 1:30 p.m.

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• Others, such as the Washington State Energy Code, are state-specific codes.
• A fire protection district or authority that has assumed authority for administering and enforcing the
• Authority must appoint a coroner.
• This is really not a state issue.
• This commission would not transfer with the authority to administer the Washington State Fire Code.

Bills: SB5820, SB6064, SB6077, SB6101, SB6013, SB6066

Keywords: freight rail, rail corridor, short-line railroad, rail-dependent uses, industrial land use, growth management act, GMA, comprehensive plan, transportation element, land use planning, local government, county planning, city planning, critical areas, agricultural lands, forest lands, mineral resource lands, urban growth area, development regulations, notice on permits

Summary: The committee heard several bill briefings and public hearings. SB 6064 would let certain large fire protection districts or regional fire authorities assume administration and enforcement of the International Fire Code within their boundaries, with notice to the county and displaced county workers offered equivalent jobs. Supporters said it would improve consistency, safety, and local control; opponents from counties, fire marshals, and builders argued it was unnecessary because interlocal agreements already exist and could add permitting complexity and delays. SB 6101 would require county coroners to be appointed rather than elected, while preserving existing medical examiner systems in larger counties. The sponsor and supporters said the change would address problems like the Yakima County coroner case, improve professionalism, and reduce partisan elections; opponents said it would reduce voter accountability, raise costs, and create conflicts of interest concerns. SB 6077 would extend the deadline for assessors and taxpayers to exchange valuation evidence in property tax appeals from 21 to 28 business days before a hearing, starting with petitions filed on or after July 1, 2026. Supporters said the extra time would improve due process and fairness; county assessors and some tax appeal practitioners said they were open to the timing change but wanted broader reforms to address long hearing backlogs. The committee also heard SB 5820, which would repeal Clark County-specific authority enacted in 2017 allowing freight rail-dependent uses on certain resource lands adjacent to a short-line railroad. The sponsor and supporters from FutureWise, local residents, and the City of Battleground said the prior law undermined Growth Management Act protections for agricultural and resource lands and had led to conflict and litigation. Opponents, including the railroad operator, Association of Washington Business, and former sponsor Linda Wilson, said the rail overlay supports economic development, jobs, and rail-served industrial land, and warned the repeal would harm local planning and investments. Members asked about how county and city comprehensive plans interact under the Growth Management Act, and staff said they would provide a summary of the appeals process. Finally, SB 6013 would update ski lift terminology to include aerial tramways, tows, and conveyors in the state safety and insurance requirements; State Parks supported it as agency-request legislation, and the bill was presented as a technical update with no opposition noted in the excerpt.

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• State here.
• This isn't happening in all of these other states.
• Our state needs over one... ...know that Washington State faces a serious housing shortage.
• Article 1, Section 11 of the Washington State Constitution, the First Amendment to the United States
• We have an opportunity in this state, Mr.

Bills: HB1160, HB1289, HB1339, HB1798, HB1065, HB1717, HB1795, HB1859, HB2107, HB2113, HB2124, HB2125, HB2133, HB2134, HB2140, HB2151, HB2155, HB2165, HB2185, HB2191, HB2205, HB2211, HB2219, HB2242, HB2245, HB2253, HB2283, HB2317, HB2343, HB2385, HB2406, HB2417, HB2426, HB2501, HB2531, HB2574, HB2606, HB1170, HB1544, HB1834, HB2111, HB2156, HB2188, HB2199, HB2206, HB2296, HB2360, HB2436, HB2471, HB2478, HB2510, HB2525, HB2532, HB2543, HB2605, HB2624, HJM4012, HB1759

Keywords: design review, local government, land use, zoning, project permits, housing density, middle housing, affordable housing, parking minimums, single-family zoning, infill development, growth management, comprehensive plan, permit streamlining, objective development regulations, architectural review, administrative review, transit-oriented development, accessory dwelling units, ADU

Summary: The House convened, established a quorum, recited the Pledge of Allegiance, and heard a prayer before caucusing. The chamber then received a Senate message that Substitute Senate Bill 5820 had passed the Senate. Members took up a long series of House bills on second and third reading, with most advancing by wide margins after brief debate and, in some cases, amendments. Among the measures considered, Engrossed Substitute House Bill 2165 on impersonating law enforcement drew the most debate. Supporters said it would address public safety and accountability by prohibiting people from claiming police authority or creating that impression, while opponents argued it could create confusion, overlap with existing law, or interfere with federal-state law enforcement cooperation. Amendment 1521 was adopted to protect ceremonial transfers of badges and identification to families of fallen or retired officers. The bill ultimately passed 56-38. Other bills passed included House Bill 2624 on clarifying property-related definitions for conservancies, House Bill 2385 delaying implementation dates tied to Medicaid reimbursement changes, Engrossed Substitute House Bill 1717 on affordable housing tax remittance, Second Substitute House Bill 1859 on housing development on faith-owned land, Substitute House Bill 2151 adopting national standards for factory-built housing inspections, House Bill 2155 protecting the nursing title, House Bill 2111 on Interstate Bridge toll interest revenue, House Bill 2543 on county clerk fees, House Bill 2606 updating the Office of Privacy and Data Protection’s performance measures and AI-related duties, and House Bill 2417 aligning victim rights for National Guard members. Later, the House considered additional bills on early learning, marine safety, energy devices, nitrous oxide sales, derelict vessels, and a Seahawks-related resolution. House Bill 2317 on early learning assistance was amended to clarify school and community/technical college premises and passed unanimously. House Bill 2436, a technical fix for pilotage-related vessel requirements, also passed unanimously. Substitute House Bill 2296, dealing with distributed energy resource devices and meter-mounted equipment, passed 56-38 after concerns about timing relative to UTC rulemaking. Engrossed Substitute House Bill 2532, restricting nitrous oxide sales with exemptions for medical, dental, and automotive uses, passed unanimously after an amendment clarifying those exemptions. Substitute House Bill 2199, aimed at removing derelict and sinking vessels, passed unanimously. Finally, House Bill 1759 designating December 12 as the “Day of the 12s” in honor of the Seahawks and their fans passed 93-2 after enthusiastic floor remarks and a brief point of order. The House then recessed for caucus until 2 p.m.