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• I'm just going to back clean up tonight.
• They are these claim sharks are.
• claims, those rights.
• claims, those rights.
• </c> people start talking about the claim people start talking about the claim shark<00:39:36.320><c>

Keywords: 1183, house

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• No other state can lay claim to that. Service matters. Shared experiences matter.
• No other state can lay claim to that. It is now available to Californians.
• That doesn't mean our hands are clean. No one's naive about that.
• They're cleaning our clock. But in California, we're not bystanders.
• Two-thirds today, two-thirds of our energy comes from clean sources.

Keywords: 988, house, all

Summary: The Assembly convened after a quorum call, with members brought in and a quorum established. The day opened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, a land acknowledgment, and routine journal and procedural actions, including several unanimous-consent motions to re-refer bills and allow committees to notice hearings on pending measures. The chamber then recessed for a joint convention to receive Governor Gavin Newsom’s final State of the State address. In the joint convention, leaders introduced the governor and other constitutional officers and justices. Newsom’s address focused on California’s economic performance, investments in education, housing, health care, climate action, infrastructure, and public safety, while sharply criticizing the federal government and President Trump. He highlighted the state budget outlook, proposed major education funding, continued AI and economic development policies, housing reforms, homelessness and mental health efforts, wildfire recovery, and climate and insurance actions. He also noted recent crime reductions, clean energy progress, and ongoing legal challenges against federal actions. After the governor’s remarks were ordered printed in the journal, the joint convention adjourned sine die and the Assembly returned to regular session. The only further action was an announcement that the desk would remain open for introduction of the budget bill, followed by adjournment until Monday, January 12 at 1 p.m.

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• managers to reach an average caseload of 141 claims per manager.
• Lark study that recommended that L&I's claims managers not manage more than 140 claims.
• They would go, actually, from a claim level one claims manager up to a three.
• The amendment also requires that the review of claims be moved to 14 days.
• The amendment also requires that the review of claims be moved to 14 days.

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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• One million square feet of Lake Tahoe shoreline cleaned by the team's beach-cleaning robot BBOT.
• Through this innovative solution, Eco Clean Solutions and their beach-cleaning BBOT have cleaned more
• </c> beach cleaning robot on the West Coast. beach cleaning robot on the West Coast.
• </c><02:24:09.760><c> have</c><02:24:10.000><c> cleaned</c><02:24:10.399><c> more</c> beach cleaning
• BBOT have cleaned more beach cleaning BBOT have cleaned more than<02:24:10.880><c> 1</c><02:24:11.200

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Thursday, December 4, 2025, 1012, house, all

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• </c><00:17:58.799><c> water</c> leader in helping with our clean water leader in helping with our clean
• . claims. claims.
• </c><02:48:24.479><c> the</c> Concerns over HIPPA uh claim the Concerns over HIPPA uh claim the expansion
• ><c> becoming</c> Unfortunately, such claims are becoming Unfortunately, such claims are becoming increasingly
• </c> and files an herpo petition claiming and files an herpo petition claiming that<03:55:46.239><c>

Keywords: 981, all

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• provisions to include dependent special districts in addition to independent special districts for Clean
• transportation program, and various technical clean-up to the Energy Commission, Department of Water
• My next question is on the clean cars. For all, I may have to make it come right back up.
• I should have said that item number eight in the summary expands the requirements from Clean Cars for
• Around the Clean Cars for All changes.

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• And we've been trying for five years to get it cleaned up.
• They made sure it's near a million-dollar golf course that is clean, properly done, and done right.
• Who gets to claim that?
• Who gets to claim that?
• We are a specific people with a specific claim.

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The Joint Committee on the Judiciary held a lengthy public hearing on a wide range of civil rights, immigration, hate crimes, and reparations bills. Chair Edwards and Chair Day opened with strict testimony rules, including two-minute limits, written testimony options, and decorum requirements. Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell testified in strong support of S. 1126/H. 1920, the Combating Hate in the Commonwealth bill, saying Massachusetts needs stronger tools to address rising hate and bias incidents. Her Civil Rights Division chief explained that the bill would give the division civil investigative demand/subpoena power, expand civil rights enforcement, close loopholes in the Massachusetts Civil Rights Act, add protected classes to the hate crimes law, and require better hate-crime data reporting. The committee also heard support for H. 1954 on access to counsel in immigration proceedings, H. 4684 on law enforcement identification and public trust, and H. 1927 to exonerate individuals accused of witchcraft in colonial Massachusetts. Several bills focused on discrimination and civil rights enforcement. Supporters of S. 1248 on organizational standing said fair housing nonprofits need explicit authority to bring discrimination complaints in their own names, especially as federal protections are under attack. On H. 1246, advocates urged adding sex and gender as protected classes in the hate crimes statute, arguing women are not protected under current state law. H. 1820 drew testimony for protections against height and weight discrimination. H. 1995 would regularize sentencing for hate crimes by requiring diversity awareness training for both convictions and continuances without a finding, and H. 1056/H. 1589 would broaden hate-crime victim standing and require restitution to be used to repair harm. H. 1886 would clarify that defense-based social service staff are exempt from mandated reporter obligations when working under attorney-client privilege. The committee also heard testimony on H. 1889/S. 1064, a bill to eliminate disparate impact. Environmental justice advocates, fair housing attorneys, and community members argued that neutral policies can still produce discriminatory outcomes and that Massachusetts should allow state-court claims and a private right of action to address them. Committee members raised concerns about litigation floodgates, punitive damages, and the scope of protected classes, while supporters said the bill would mainly target systemic harms and injunctive relief. Additional testimony supported H. 1922/S. 119, the Fair Investment Act, which would create civil rights protections in venture capital and other investment settings for founders and investors, especially women and minority entrepreneurs. The hearing also included testimony on H. 1683, the Sex Trade Survivor Act, which would expand vacatur and expungement relief for trafficking survivors, remove archaic offenses from the code, and create an interagency commission; supporters emphasized reducing barriers to housing, employment, and reentry. Finally, the committee heard extensive support for H. 1753/S. 1181, establishing a commission to study reparations in Massachusetts. Testifiers described the state’s history of slavery, redlining, and ongoing racial disparities, and urged the committee to report the bill favorably. No votes or final actions were taken during the hearing.

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• My next question is on Clean Cars for All, so I may have to make you come right back up.
• Mark Fenstermaker for Peninsula Clean Energy and Earthjustice.
• These are very popular programs that support clean transit options in disadvantaged communities.
• Renan Wong, on behalf of a couple of clients, first for Valley Clean Air Now.
• We're here to express some concerns around the Clean Cars for All changes.

Summary: The Assembly Budget Committee held an informational hearing on the final three-party budget agreement and related trailer bills, with the Department of Finance outlining the major budget bill and omnibus measures. Finance described a package built around balancing the state budget amid economic uncertainty, preserving core health and safety-net programs, and making significant ongoing reductions in some state programs. The budget bill included major items such as shifting $1 billion from the General Fund to the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund for Cal Fire, funding universal transitional kindergarten, deferring some UC and CSU funding, supporting foster care and homelessness programs, providing Proposition 36 implementation funding, and achieving Medi-Cal savings through changes to benefits and eligibility. The committee also heard that votes on the budget bills were expected later in the week and the following Monday. Finance then walked through the trailer bills, including health, human services, early learning, education, resources, energy, transportation, labor, housing, tax, public safety, courts, general government, cannabis, and energy-related measures. Notable provisions included a Medi-Cal enrollment freeze for certain adults, new premiums and benefit changes for some immigrants, child care COLA changes, education funding for literacy, teacher support, universal meals, and community college student support, as well as resource and climate measures affecting Cal Fire staffing and energy permitting. The housing trailer bill drew the most discussion, with provisions on CEQA streamlining, a vehicle miles traveled mitigation banking program, a renters’ credit trigger, and a six-year moratorium on new residential building standards. Members also discussed a film tax credit expansion, cannabis enforcement funding, a tribal police pilot program, and changes to tax policy, including military retirement income exclusions and wildfire settlement payment exclusions. Committee members largely praised the staff and the budget process, but several raised concerns and asked detailed questions, especially about the housing trailer bill’s new wage standards, tribal consultation provisions, and possible effects on prevailing wage protections. Finance explained that the housing language was intended to set wage floors for market-rate projects receiving CEQA streamlining, with different county-based tiers and a notwithstanding clause preserving existing prevailing wage laws. Members also questioned the size and timing of funding for the Children and Youth Behavioral Health Initiative, Clean Cars for All, Proposition 36, and the film tax credit expansion. Other members highlighted support for public safety, veterans’ tax relief, child care providers, housing production, and higher education, while some expressed concern that the budget’s policy changes were being negotiated too quickly or without enough stakeholder input.

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• Some have claimed that this bill is anti-business.
• Some have claimed that this bill is anti-business.
• Their CRA is cleaning it up.
• This is cleaning, cleaning teeth. This is not something that's going to cut tissue or cut bone.
• This is cleaning. It's like going from a, ...tissue, or cut bone. This is cleaning.

Summary: The House opened with prayer, a moment of silence for fallen Oviedo Officer Jimmy Serrano-Torres, the Pledge of Allegiance, and recognition of Chief Joseph Tuminelli as law enforcement officer of the day. The Rules and Ethics Committee report setting the special order calendar was adopted, and the Speaker announced schedule changes for the following week, including canceling the floor session on Monday and starting Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. The main floor action centered on CS/HB 7033, the House tax package. Sponsor Rep. Duggan described broad tax changes, including reducing the state sales tax rate from 6% to 5.25%, exempting certain bullion sales, repealing the aviation fuel tax, delaying the natural gas fuel tax, changing corporate income tax treatment for charitable trusts, reducing the pari-mutuel tax on card rooms, and major changes to tourist development tax (TDT) use. The bill would redirect most TDT revenue toward property tax relief, dissolve tourist development councils, and include related property tax and local tax administration changes. Several amendments were debated: a Driscoll amendment to preserve local TDT flexibility failed; Duggan’s amendment giving local governments 25% discretion over TDT revenues was adopted; Eskamani’s combined-reporting amendment failed; and a Duggan amendment requiring audit certification of compliance with the TDT/property tax relief provisions was adopted. After debate, CS/HB 7033 passed 78-29. The House then took up CS/CS/HB 1221 on local option taxes, which was presented as a companion-style measure to give local governments more flexibility while redirecting TDT revenues toward property tax relief. Supporters argued the bill would provide immediate relief to property owners and restore accountability in local tax use, while opponents warned it would undermine tourism funding, infrastructure, and local services. An amendment allowing local governments to retain 25% of TDT revenues for general purposes was adopted, and the bill passed 62-45 after floor debate. The final item shown was the reading of CS/CS/HJR 1257, a proposed constitutional amendment related to property tax exemptions and assessment limits, but the transcript cuts off before debate or action on that measure.

Transcript Highlights:

• Tom, did you want to play clean up?
• </c> person or a maximum claim of 500,000. person or a maximum claim of 500,000.
• </c> and then claim and then claim but<01:37:52.400><c> in</c><01:37:52.639><c> that</c><01:37:52.880
• </c><01:39:05.280><c> or</c> or claimed or or claimed or 250,000<01:39:07.760><c> for</c><01:39:08.080
• Uh we have the word sheriff is claimed<01:39:15.119><c> by</c><01:39:15.360><c> a</c> claimed by a claimed

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• </c> certain responsible parties for claims certain responsible parties for claims paid<00:50:07.520>
• </c> businesses in Hawaii to bring claims businesses in Hawaii to bring claims directly<00:53:03.319>
• Claims are made to the company, and if a customer has an issue with the claim, they can raise it with
• Claims are made to the company, and if a customer has an issue with the claim, they can raise it with
• Claims are made to the company, and if a customer has an issue with the claim, they can raise it with

Keywords: 912, senate, all

Summary: The committee first took up SB 1 and SB 1561 on vegetation management near utility lines and wildfire prevention. Testimony focused on requiring DLNR to create and update wildfire hazard maps, setting vegetation-trimming responsibilities for property owners near rights-of-way and utility lines, and authorizing utilities to enter property to remove hazardous vegetation. DLNR, the PUC, and Hawaiian Electric all testified, with Hawaiian Electric asking for clearer access language, after-the-fact notification in imminent-risk situations, and liability limits. Committee members discussed balancing wildfire response with property rights and the need for clearer responsibility and enforcement, including on easements and utility poles. The committees ultimately recommended SB 1 pass with amendments, incorporating comments from testimony, and SB 1561 was deferred. The next major item was SB 640 on artificial intelligence disclosures. The bill would require businesses and individuals in commercial transactions to clearly disclose when consumers are interacting with an AI chatbot or similar technology, and it would create private rights of action and penalties. TechNet, the Office of Consumer Protection, and the Chamber of Commerce raised concerns about vague definitions, overbroad application, enforcement, and the private cause of action; the Chamber also argued the bill could burden small businesses that use AI tools for routine functions. In response to questions, OCP said the measure was ambiguous as to who it applies to and that the remedies and treble-damages provisions were unclear. The committee recommended SB 640 be deferred. The committee also heard SB 454 on prorating the rental motor vehicle surcharge tax when a vehicle is rented for only part of a day. The Tax Foundation of Hawaii said the proposal would make the tax system fairer but more complex and would require better recordkeeping by rental companies; the Department of Taxation and Enterprise Mobility also submitted comments. Senator Melby noted possible effects on the special highway fund and said that could affect his vote. The measure was referred onward, with the discussion indicating it would proceed to Ways and Means. Finally, the committee heard SB 1272 on towing, which would create a licensing framework for tow companies. Testimony from tow-industry representatives strongly supported the measure, describing unlicensed or noncompliant operators, poor insurance practices, and the need for accountability and consumer protection. They said a licensing board would give regulators a clearer enforcement avenue and help ensure fair treatment of vehicle owners. The hearing ended before a final action was taken on SB 1272 in the portion provided.

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• </c><00:19:14.200><c> addiction</c> Prepayment review is a process where a health care provider's claims
• </c><00:20:34.000><c> are</c> the healthc care provider claims are the healthc care provider claims are
• so that they can get paid review claims so that they can get paid uh<00:21:40.200><c> second</c><00:
• This bill cleans it up for all parties involved. for those contracts to be for those contracts to be
• it up for for all parties bill cleans it up for for all parties involved<00:31:20.000><c> okay</c><00

Keywords: 958, all

Summary: The committee first took up Senate Bill 27, as amended by committee substitute, which would create a Kentucky Parkinson’s disease research registry. The sponsor said the substitute was developed with UK, U of L, the Michael J. Fox Foundation, and Parkinson’s in Motion to better define a movement disorder center, add Parkinson’s experts from both universities to the advisory committee, require automated reporting, and delay implementation until 2027. Testimony emphasized the need to track diagnoses and testing while protecting confidentiality and allowing people to opt out. The committee adopted the substitute and then voted unanimously to pass SB 27 with a favorable expression. The committee then heard Senate Bill 93, dealing with hearing aid coverage for children. A parent described the high cost of hearing aids for her son and the financial burden created by insurance limits, while a pediatric audiologist explained that early identification and treatment improve language outcomes and that families can spend about $30,000 on hearing aids from birth to age 18. The committee substitute removed adults from the bill and added an in-network requirement for pediatric audiologists, along with a replacement interval consistent with Medicaid guidelines and repair/loss coverage provisions. After questions about costs, replacement timing, and insurer practices, the committee voted unanimously to pass SB 93 with a favorable expression. Finally, the committee considered Senate Bill 153, a transparency and due-process bill concerning Medicaid prepayment review. The sponsor and witnesses from Addiction Recovery Care and Frontier Behavioral Health said prepayment reviews can be imposed with little notice or explanation, disrupt cash flow, and burden rural and smaller providers; they argued the bill would require clearer notice, reasons, and timelines without stopping legitimate reviews. Members asked about managed care organizations, contract issues, and whether the bill would conflict with existing agreements, and the sponsor said it would not. After discussion and an explanation of vote from Senator Douglas, the committee voted to pass SB 153 with a favorable expression.

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• than the original channel, which the state would... ...the original channel, which the state would claim
• Right, so we, as the state, claim ownership of the land under which the original flow of Big Creek is
• Lake, just like they want clean water.
• Now, they're claiming that boats and trailers are bringing in invasive grass.
• We all want clean water; it doesn't matter where you live—what state, city, or whatever.

Bills: HB471, HB473

Keywords: water authority, sewer management, fire protection, local governance, board of directors, local officers, water recreation, public access, water bodies, recreational use, water commissions, 1136, house, all

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• These claims are largely unfounded.
• It's easy for consumers to file claims or reports.
• We'd love to see it cleaned up and hopefully more conversations are held.
• It just got cleaned up recently. I mean, they didn't even clean it up quickly.
• And, frankly, with respect to the cleanup, I mean, who else should clean up the park?

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• So we said a little earlier ago you claimed that it's civil violations.
• However, now we are claiming it's civil.
• Continue to essentially make claims for lost revenue. Are we talking years?
• And so they claim that the overseeing of a visa, which is civil, would be that.
• There was $300,000,000,000, the county could claim that $500,000, but also, Mr.

Bills: HM3, HM11, HM14, HM15, HM21, HM25, HB9, SB2, SB19

Keywords: nurses, health care workers, healthcare workers, frontline workers, hospital staff, clinicians, allied health professionals, support staff, public health, workforce shortage, nursing shortage, safe staffing, patient safety, rural health care, frontier communities, behavioral health, mental health, substance use disorder, substance abuse, health care memorial

Transcript Highlights:

• I mean, we've staked our claim.
• up, go to a department, get a certificate, clean bill of health. ...clean up, go to a department, get
• a certificate, clean bill of health.
• If you clean your house, right, you have a spill on your stove, right, and you clean it up, it's clean
• And doesn't just want their property cleaned.

Keywords: 965, house, all

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• </c> boundary issues and fraudulent claims boundary issues and fraudulent claims which<00:02:51.400><
• </c> adverse possession um claims. adverse possession um claims. I<00:04:25.800><c> guess.
• </c> with with federal agencies other claims. with with federal agencies other claims.
• </c> know how many claims know how many claims that that that you<01:21:22.840><c> folks</c><01:21:23.200
• </c><01:22:39.360><c> that</c> quantifiably how many more claims that quantifiably how many more claims

Bills: SB2041

Keywords: land court, real property, legal documents, bureau of conveyances, judicial confirmation, property registration, working group, Hawaii Revised Statutes, reform, 912, senate, all

Summary: The committees heard SB 2041, which would repeal the Land Court, transfer its functions to the Bureau of Conveyances, and create a working group to recommend implementation. DLNR and Judiciary stood on their written testimony, while Realtors supported the bill and one testifier raised concerns about the loss of judicial authority, title disputes, adverse possession, and possible effects on Kuleana lands. Members questioned whether property could be deregistered and what the legal consequences would be, and the Bureau of Conveyances said deregistration is already available but burdensome. The committees ultimately recommended passage with amendments, and the measure was adopted by both committees. The Judiciary Committee then heard SB 2247, which restricts certain governor-appointed, Senate-confirmed executive branch employees from participating in campaign fundraising. The State Ethics Commission and Campaign Spending Commission supported the bill as a way to curb pay-to-play concerns and the appearance of undue influence, and several advocacy and civic groups also testified in support, with one person opposing. The committee agreed to amend the bill so the restrictions apply only after confirmation and continue until the person leaves the covered position. The committee voted to pass SB 2247 with amendments. Finally, the Judiciary Committee heard SB 2143, which would make the Attorney General the interim Chief Election Officer if that office becomes vacant until the Elections Commission appoints a replacement. Supporters argued the bill would provide continuity, prevent delays in certifying election results, and protect election integrity; opponents argued it would politicize the office, create a conflict of interest, and was unnecessary because current law already provides a process for filling vacancies. Testimony was extensive and sharply divided, with many speakers on both sides. The transcript provided does not include a final vote or action on SB 2143.

Transcript Highlights:

• We've staked our claim.
• I mean, we've staked our claim.
• If you clean your house, right, you have a spill on your stove, right? And you clean it up.
• It's clean. You could see it as there, right? And you clean it up. It's clean.
• So you do have this clean bill of health.

Summary: The House Natural Resources Committee met on April 29, 2026, with a quorum present and took up several bills related to property rights, expropriation, renewable energy recycling, and local permitting. Representative Domangue first presented HCR 80 on private property rights, using it to highlight the 2025 landman code of conduct and the need for stronger guardrails in expropriation negotiations. She then deferred the resolution in order to allow Chairman Geymann to present HB 841, which was described as establishing a code of conduct for landmen and expropriation-related negotiations. The committee heard testimony and watched video examples from landowners describing intimidation, inadequate compensation offers, and the need for fair treatment. Amendments were adopted to broaden the bill to all certificate holders, prohibit threats about court costs and attorney fees, shorten response times, and add graduated fines and public posting for violations. HB 841 was reported favorably as amended, with no opposition cards recorded. The committee then considered HB 621 by Representative Coates, which would require recycling of decommissioned renewable energy infrastructure to the extent practical. After discussion with DEQ, the bill was amended to clarify that existing universal waste rules apply and to remove language that would have required the renewable facility owner to pay decommissioning costs in that section; the effective date was set for January 1, 2027. Testimony from renewable energy industry representatives supported the measure and explained that solar panels and related components can be recycled at high rates, with established markets for recovered materials. The committee adopted the amendments and reported HB 621 favorably. Next, Representative Jacob Landry presented HB 595, aimed at preventing local governments from unreasonably delaying or impeding energy projects through permit requirements, especially road permits affecting Haynesville Shale operations. After amendment, the bill required timely action on local road permits and deemed them approved if not acted on within 30 days. Supporters emphasized the economic importance of the Haynesville and the need for predictable permitting, while opponents argued the bill could further erode local authority, particularly regarding carbon capture and sequestration. The committee reported HB 595 favorably. Landry then presented HB 1191, creating a certificate of compliance process for oilfield and exploration and production sites to provide a cleaner path for cleanup, finality, and future investment. The bill drew technical and substantive amendments, including changes to definitions, confidentiality, and the role of DEQ; discussion continued over whether the bill should be deferred to allow more time to work through the remaining issues.

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• Legislative Audit issued unmodified, or clean, opinions on the state's 2025 ACFER.
• of $1.5 billion, and other liabilities of $4.3 billion, which some of the significant ones are the claims
• Can you give us an explanation or just talk about that claim, if you would please, and are we in the
• If you take a look at page 172 and 173, that's a 10-year claims for that very fund, and that can give
• So, you know, the cash is sufficient to fund claims and claims are getting paid.

Keywords: 1204, all

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• Senator Rodriguez, if you would, to Jody's claim.
• For those vaccines, a person can already bring a claim under Florida law.
• has been to hear claims against the United States since 1855.
• I was actually on the Court of Federal Claims since that time.
• Can you give the total number of claims filed, the total number of claims paid, compensated, and the

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

Summary: The Committee on Regulated Industries considered several bills and heard testimony from sponsors, industry groups, advocacy organizations, and other stakeholders. SB 986 would prohibit smoking or vaping marijuana in public places, including rooms and bars, and drew support from the Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association with concerns about preserving designated smoking areas on private property. The Florida Cannabis Action Network opposed the bill as overly broad and potentially harmful to patients and property rights. The bill was reported favorably. The committee also approved SB 678, which restores statutory authority for the Department of Business and Professional Regulation to continue allowing alcohol distributors to deduct unsellable alcohol from monthly excise tax calculations; an amendment made clarifying changes and applied the act retroactively to January 1, 2025. SB 800, dealing with unlicensed engineering practice penalties and creating an engineering student loan assistance program for state agency and water management district engineers, was amended and reported favorably. SB 408, which creates a cause of action related to vaccine manufacturers advertising in Florida, generated extensive debate. Supporters argued it would address declining public trust in vaccines and provide accountability, while opponents said it is preempted by federal law, raises First Amendment concerns, and duplicates existing compensation systems. Despite opposition, the bill was reported favorably. The committee then took up two data center bills by Senator Avila. SB 484 would regulate large-scale data centers by preserving local planning authority, requiring PSC tariff rules so large load customers pay their own costs, and limiting consumptive use permits unless water impacts are avoided and local zoning is satisfied. Testimony was mixed: some speakers supported consumer protections and economic development, while others urged carve-outs for self-powered facilities and warned against overregulation. The bill was reported favorably. SB 1118 would create a time-limited public records exemption for information about proposed data center locations and proprietary business information; members raised concerns about how much local officials could disclose, and the sponsor said he would work on clarifying language. That bill was also reported favorably. Finally, SB 1050, which requires veterinarians to provide written prescriptions so pet owners can choose their pharmacy while preserving veterinary discretion, passed without opposition and was reported favorably.