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• Representative Lara** (member_12714) is very familiar with us, so we send kids on field trips if they win a contest
• Contest to go to Orlando, and the culinary group out of Gadsden, we help finance a trip, uniform donations
• In the case of our industrial base, it's our water, wastewater system. That is our Achilles heel.
• And on page 22, in case everyone hasn't looked at that, he has defined some of his asks.
• we’re carrying, ensuring that we also keep our tracks safe, but we also have these partnerships in case

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• from the budget because maybe teacher pay raises already happened at one point, or what might be the case
• And so this year, actually, because of TIA, and it wouldn't be the case without it, Dallas ISD is able
• Art and Writing Contest.
• The alignment of instruction, assessment, and contest only promotes student success.
• So, again, we have Chandra Villanueva, Mia Volk, and Becky Callahan, in case someone is sitting in over

Bills: SB26, SB 26

Keywords: teacher compensation, education funding, public school educators, teacher retention, teacher designation, SB 26, Texas Property Code, colonia, colonias, Spanish translation, bilingual contract, real estate contract, executory contract, residential property, border county, international border, economically distressed area, consumer protection, language access, translator certified in Spanish

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• And of course, it also provides a private cause of action in case court becomes necessary, but as Mr.
• Also, I've seen several cases where the appellate courts have sent cases back to the trial court and
• in my medical CPS cases.
• of their case.
• Well, Chair Dutton, in answer to your question, these cases have deadlines.

Bills: SB1960, SB1730, SB766, SB2342, SB2501, SB2903

Keywords: digital rights, replication, Voice likeness, visual likeness, private causes of action, fee structure, online service providers, postmortem rights, self-defense, stand your ground, castle doctrine, use of force, deadly force, civil immunity, civil liability, tort claims, attorney fees, court costs, lost income, Chapter 9 Penal Code

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• This includes funding for a case management system for contested cases, which is currently handled manually
• Since utility case schedules are unpredictable and often span across fiscal years.
• This enables them to take on more cases.
• We represent them as a class when it comes to the actual cases.
• Enforcement cases are worked by only three staff attorneys.

Bills: SB1, SB 1

Keywords: appropriations, budget, state funding, education, healthcare, infrastructure, campground safety, youth camp regulations, flood safety, emergency evacuation, health and safety standards, 1185, senate, all

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• <00:09:35.519> issue contested issue contested issue uh<00:09:37.760> but<00:09:38.000>
• And and in that case, I >> Mr. Chairman.
• There are court cases and supreme court cases that reinforce that.
• There are court cases and supreme court cases that reinforce that.
• So that one I'd charters in most cases.

Keywords: 916, all

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• I may be been one and only one case.
• <00:21:02.080> in wrong, but I know of only one case in wrong, but I know of only one case
• I don't believe that's the case, though.
• I don't believe that's the case, though.
• case though. case though. just<01:24:59.280> I<01:24:59.600> would<01:25:00.159>

Keywords: Public Health and Welfare - Room 216, 3 February, 2026; 3:00 PM, 925, all

Summary: The committee met with a quorum and first took up several bills described as vehicles to keep options open for pending rural health issues, especially the rural health transformation fund and the Greenwood Hospital situation. The chair explained that Greenwood Hospital is struggling financially and operationally, including a Medicaid overpayment dispute in which Medicaid planned to recoup $2 million from a December payment, threatening payroll and continued operation. The committee discussed a proposed committee substitute that would delay recoupment until May 1 and preserve legislative flexibility to help Greenwood if a workable plan emerges. The committee adopted motions for title sufficiency and due pass on the block of bills, including the committee substitute and reverse repealer provisions. The committee then turned to two certificate-of-need bills. One bill, 2474, was presented as a rural hospitals measure that would let certain rural hospitals obtain certificates of need for services such as outpatient dialysis units, ambulatory surgical facilities, and geriatric psychiatric units, with definitions aimed largely at Delta and other rural counties. The chair also included a provision making the state health officer’s licensing decision final and not subject to judicial review, with only a short reconsideration process available. Senator Hill objected, arguing the bill concentrated too much power in the health department, eliminated meaningful court review, and unfairly picked winners and losers instead of letting the market work. The chair responded that the goal was to reduce costly, repetitive litigation and preserve access to care in areas where hospitals struggle financially. The committee then considered Senator Blackwell’s broader CO bill, which would address appeals and litigation more generally by shifting costs to the losing party in CO disputes. A reverse repealer was adopted first, and the chair explained that the bill was intended to reduce endless and expensive appeals while still allowing a limited opportunity for reconsideration. Senators Hill and others raised concerns about limiting judicial review and expanding health department power, while the chair said many states have no judicial review in this area and that the committee was exploring the issue further. The chair said he had asked several members to study the matter and contact the National Council of State Legislatures. The committee ultimately adopted the motions on the bills and amendments by voice vote, with the ayes prevailing each time.

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• Cardona, the case that vacated the Biden administration's interpretation of Title IX, which held quote
• 00:09:21.440> versus<00:09:21.839> Cardona<00:09:22.640> the<00:09:22.839> case
• <00:09:23.040> that Tennessee versus Cardona the case that Tennessee versus Cardona the case
• Unfortunately, there have been cases where innocent women have been injured in this process.
• Well, in this case, yes, I was much weaker.

Keywords: 1183, house

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• bill to the Legacy Committee asking that we commemorate them, and it devolved into a fairly hotly contested
• :10:42.320> hotly and it devolved into a fairly hotly and it devolved into a fairly hotly contested
• contested committee hearing. contested committee hearing.

Keywords: 1183, house

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• And in my case, I've already got that space sitting there.
• And in my case, I've already got that space sitting there.
• And in my case, I've already got that space sitting there.
• I think it sort of is likely to be a case-by-case thing.
• I think it sort of is likely to be a case-by-case thing.

Keywords: 928, house, all

Summary: The House Housing Committee heard testimony on HB 577, a bill to expand accessory dwelling units (ADUs) in New Hampshire. The sponsor and supporters described the state’s housing shortage and argued the bill would make it easier for property owners to build ADUs by right, up to 950 square feet, either attached or detached, while still requiring compliance with building codes, septic/water limits, and other local requirements. Supporters said the measure would help seniors age in place, provide housing for young adults, caregivers, and workers, and make better use of existing property such as garages and barns. Representative Reed raised concern that removing language related to short-term rentals could allow ADUs to be used for that purpose rather than long-term housing. The sponsor said he was open to clarifying language on short-term rentals, and another witness explained that current law already allows municipalities some choice on ingress/egress requirements, while the bill would standardize that and leave the design choice to the property owner. Several supportive witnesses followed, including the New Hampshire Home Builders Association, the New Hampshire Association of Realtors, the Business and Industry Association, AARP, Housing Action New Hampshire, 603 Forward, and New Hampshire Youth Movement. They emphasized affordability, property rights, workforce housing, intergenerational living, and the need for statewide consistency. A Derry resident testified that his existing garage space could be converted into an ADU under HB 577, but current local rules prevent that because it is detached; he said the bill would let him rent it affordably. Supporters also argued that ADUs can increase property values and help homeowners cover mortgages and taxes. In opposition, the New Hampshire Municipal Association said the bill would impose a local zoning mandate, could add density pressure on already stressed infrastructure, and did not guarantee that new units would be affordable or workforce housing. No vote or final committee action was taken in the excerpt.

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• be an overvote on them in which case be an overvote on them in which case they<04:05:31.760>
• And in this case, it's accuracy, not efficiency. The third part is intimidation.
• And in this case, it's accuracy, not efficiency. The third part is intimidation.
• And on this case, if you look at it, the moderator will sort and count the votes.
• You mentioned a Supreme Court case. I can give this to you.

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• <02:29:09.840> case<02:29:10.080> hearings and to conduct contested case hearings and
• to conduct contested case hearings arising<02:29:10.880> from<02:29:11.120> the<02:29:
• The council broadcasts live streams of all their regular quarterly meetings, all public contested cases
• <02:33:13.920> cases,<02:33:14.240> and<02:33:14.399> all public contested cases
• , and all public contested cases, and all rulemaking<02:33:15.120> hearings.

Keywords: 916, all

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• The sickest patients, emergency cases and unexpected complications do not announce themselves in advance
• The patients and they often are unaware that there isn't an anesthesiologist, their case of problems.
• Contests. Key. Yes loan. Yes, Maggard yes for us. Yes, Wood. And yes. Rizzo Rosenwald. Yes 1000.
• Case managers had something been wrong. Had patients safety been at risk.
• I work with us understand that and they come to me and they and we talk about each case and I supervise

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• And if that is the case, then we should be resolving that problem.
• It plays a huge, huge role as these cases are being investigated, especially in cases where something
• It plays a huge, huge role as these cases are being investigated, especially in cases where something
• Number three, recipients of a parking notice have the exact same ability to contest that notice as if
• And in the case of wildfire risk, the community-specific reasons.

Keywords: 987, senate, all

Summary: The Senate convened with a quorum, approved the journals, and confirmed three gubernatorial appointments: Doreen Diyamo to the State Water Resources Control Board, Dr. Anne Maria de Mars to the State Athletic Commission, and Ronald Fiore to the State Athletic Commission. The chamber then took up a series of floor items, including SB 73 on election security, SB 929 on annual reporting by the California Energy Commission, SB 1370 on wildfire-related oversight testimony, SB 983 on Port of San Diego contracting authority, SB 1367 on restricting new detention-facility land use approvals, SB 1257 on annual reporting of immigration enforcement incidents, SB 1103 on retailer reporting related to immigration enforcement, SB 1399 on continuing DOJ reviews of immigration detention facilities, SB 873 on limiting ICE arrests near courthouses, SB 1292 on pilot camera/sensor enforcement for curb management, SB 878 on insurance prompt-payment penalties, SB 958 on CEQA clarification for building-height impacts, SB 924 on low-income energy assistance, SB 1057 on certification changes for nurse assistants and home health aides, SB 1092 on resident bid opportunities for mobile home park sales, SB 1123 on considering consumer benefits in regulatory analysis, SB 1233 on utility rate transparency, SB 1237 on pay equity reporting enforcement, SB 886 on data-center cost allocation, SB 905 on utility executive incentives and ratepayer protections, SB 909 on public works wage enforcement, and SB 925 on a statewide fusion-energy roadmap. Most of the debate centered on election security, immigration enforcement, utility rates, housing and land use, and environmental/CEQA policy. SB 73 drew sharp support and opposition over ballot custody and law-enforcement access at voting locations, with supporters framing it as a response to election interference and opponents arguing it would hinder legitimate investigations and raise constitutional concerns; the urgency clause and the measure both passed. Immigration-related bills were defended as protections for vulnerable communities and court access, while opponents argued they would obstruct enforcement and public safety. Energy and utility bills were presented as ratepayer protections and transparency measures, with supporters emphasizing affordability and accountability and opponents warning about regulatory burdens and impacts on business and utility operations. SB 954 generated extensive discussion over whether it appropriately refined last year’s CEQA exemptions for advanced manufacturing or improperly rolled back housing-related reforms; supporters said it added needed guardrails and labor/environmental protections, while opponents said it would add bureaucracy and uncertainty. Several measures passed on recorded votes, including SB 73, SB 929, SB 1370, SB 983, SB 1367, SB 1257, SB 1103, SB 1399, SB 873, SB 1292, SB 878, SB 958, SB 924, SB 1057, SB 1092, SB 1123, SB 1233, SB 1237, SB 886, SB 905, SB 909, and SB 925. SB 958 passed unanimously without objection, and SB 925 also passed unanimously. The transcript ends during continued debate on SB 954, with supporters and opponents still discussing the bill’s CEQA, housing, labor, and manufacturing provisions.

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• case hearing.
• <00:30:51.039> case process which is a contested case process which is a contested case hearing
• think there's a stringent and I don't think there's a lot<00:32:36.640> of<00:32:36.799> cases
• where we are more stringent lot of cases where we are more stringent than<00:32:38.720> federal
• <01:29:15.040> that somewhat limited in in the cases that somewhat limited in in the cases

Bills: HB0120, HB0043, HB0128

Keywords: energy production, natural gas, industrial sovereignty, manufacturing, tax exemptions, money laundering, illegal investment, financial institutions, criminal activity, Wyoming legislation, severance tax, oil production, tax exemption, energy sector, economic impact, 916, all

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• So cases nowadays are about 6 months.
• 30.640> the<00:50:30.880> discussion ...can go to and we can have the discussion on a case-by-case
• In the case of a are voting remotely.
• In this case, if you have a cream.
• convictions for mostly for murder cases. convictions for mostly for murder cases.

Keywords: 1183, house

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• And whereas Jamie's achievement placed him among the most successful contestants in Jeopardy history,
• -game winning streak... ...an incredible 31-game winning streak, the longest ever achieved by a contestant

Keywords: 1146, all

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• that uh people provided uh with justice have equal access uh for the fair and timely resolution of cases
• We decide cases and controversies daily where the parties are asking that we rule in their favor.
• A judge in my district had a litigant in a contested custody proceeding discover where the judge lived
• Every case, somebody's going to walk away disappointed most likely.
• somebody mad almost every day every case somebody mad almost every day every case somebody's<00:

Keywords: 1183, house

Summary: The committee took up House File 3874 and laid it over for possible inclusion in a finance bill. The Minnesota Judicial Branch, represented by State Court Administrator Jeff Shorba and Chief Judge Michael Fritz, presented a supplemental funding request focused on two main areas: judicial safety and security, and the employer share of Minnesota Paid Leave costs. Shorba said the branch was grateful for prior budget support but noted it did not receive salary increases for staff or judges and did not get funding for juror per diem. He explained that the branch is seeking funding for personal data protection, home security, two additional judicial security positions, security for the chief justice at public events, and a revived courthouse security grant program. Much of the testimony centered on rising threats against judges and court staff. Shorba and Fritz described increases in incidents, threats, and disturbances, and Fritz gave several examples of threatening behavior involving judges’ homes, personal information, and online doxxing. They argued that the branch needs better threat assessment, coordination with local law enforcement, and security measures at homes, courthouses, and online. Members expressed support for the concerns and asked questions about how threats are currently handled and whether state patrol officers assigned to security duties would need additional training. The second major topic was the judicial branch’s request for funding to cover its employer contribution to Minnesota Paid Leave, which took effect in January 2026. Shorba said the branch followed MMB’s calculations and expected the cost to be addressed through broader state government funding, but the branch did not receive an operational adjustment. He said the branch is now having to hold positions open to absorb the cost. Members questioned why the request was not included in the earlier budget process, and Shorba responded that the branch believed the issue would be handled centrally and later learned it had not been funded for the judiciary. No vote on the funding requests was taken in the discussion shown.

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• Section 13 allows a program participant excluded from a department program. to request a contested case

Bills: HF1306

Keywords: education, school policy, teacher training, student health, emergency response

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• >> Yes. >> And in some cases that works really, in some cases.
• cases.
• Especially for the new members, yes, those CCN cases will be contested, and as the commissioners act
• We can have a dialogue with them because it is a contested case.
• We can have a dialogue with them because 5490 it is a contested case.

Summary: The Senate Committee on Business and Commerce held its first interim hearing on securing critical infrastructure and supply chain integrity, with a focus on Texas’s electric grid and the Lone Star Infrastructure Protection Act. The chair also highlighted Texas’s relatively low electricity prices and welcomed new committee members. ERCOT, the Public Utility Commission (PUC), and the Attorney General’s office were invited to explain how the state screens market participants and grid equipment for ties to China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea, and how the agencies respond to noncompliance. ERCOT testified that it has implemented the requirements of three related Senate bills by requiring attestations on corporate affiliations and on critical grid equipment and services. ERCOT said it has processed thousands of attestations, used additional requests for information and third-party verification tools such as Dun & Bradstreet, and terminated nonresponsive market participants. ERCOT also said it has not seen a case requiring direct Attorney General involvement, but it does refer matters to the PUC when needed. The PUC said it can investigate suspected violations and impose penalties of up to $1 million per violation per day, and that most investigations into late or missing attestations have been resolved through compliance, market exit, or removal by ERCOT. The Attorney General’s office said its role is currently limited to audits and court involvement, and that it lacks broad independent investigatory authority under the act. Members pressed the panel on whether the current system is too reliant on self-reporting and whether it adequately addresses indirect foreign influence, especially through supply chains for batteries, inverters, transformers, and other equipment with routable connectivity. ERCOT acknowledged that the current attestation process has gaps and said it plans to refine definitions of critical grid equipment and grid services, improve information requests, and continue stakeholder rulemaking. The panel also discussed possible legislative changes, including tying prohibitions to the Department of Defense Section 1260H list and the Texas Prohibited Technologies list, clarifying warranty and service access, and expanding the statute to cover grid services more directly. Several senators raised concerns about cost, reliability, and the extent to which foreign-sourced components remain embedded in Texas infrastructure, while others suggested incentives for domestic manufacturing and stronger verification tools, including possible work with national labs such as Sandia.

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• And in some cases that works really in Some cases.
• cases.
• Especially for the new members, those CC in cases will be contested and as the commissioners act as judges
• Then file a rate case, then have us complete the rate case and make a determination.
• We can have a dialogue with them because it is a contested case.

Summary: The Senate Committee on Business and Commerce convened to discuss critical infrastructure and supply chain integrity, particularly focusing on Texas's power grid and associated vulnerabilities. The meeting highlighted Texas's recent ranking as 10th in electricity affordability, emphasizing the state's commitment to maintaining a reliable and resilient electric grid. New committee members introduced themselves, and the agenda included testimony from ERCOT and the Public Utility Commission regarding the implementation of the Lone Star Infrastructure Protection Act, which aims to mitigate risks posed by foreign entities to the power grid. Chad Sealy from ERCOT presented updates on the attestation process for market participants, revealing that over 1,500 entities had submitted attestations regarding their corporate structures and affiliations with designated foreign countries. Concerns were raised about the adequacy of the current vetting process, particularly regarding indirect relationships with foreign adversaries. Testimonies from the PUC and the Attorney General's office underscored the challenges of enforcing compliance and the need for improved legislative measures to enhance oversight and security. The committee also heard from experts, including Dr. Emma Stewart from Idaho National Laboratory, who discussed the evolving threats to the grid from foreign adversaries and the importance of securing communication systems. Recommendations included prioritizing inspections of critical components and enhancing collaboration with national laboratories to address vulnerabilities. The discussion concluded with an acknowledgment of the balance needed between ensuring grid security and maintaining affordability for consumers.