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• The local government doesn't have a say in how this will be operated in their municipality?
• I have great confidence this is going to operate much like the other 13 libraries that operate in the
• They would like their families to stay in the region and continue to do the good work they have done,
• We would meet families operating those hotels and they lived in the community.
• The next thing I will say is rural Florida historically the way they operate is they just want us to

Keywords: 998, house, all

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• </c><00:02:08.479><c> and</c> to make sure that it uh is operable and to make sure that it uh is operable
• Uh, next, an operations adjustment.
• Uh, next, an operations adjustment.
• Uh, next, an operations adjustment.
• Uh, next, an operations adjustment.

Committee: House Workforce, Labor, and Economic Development Finance and Policy

Keywords: 1183, house

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• It's just sort of standard operating procedure or behavior with the smallest of farms or food operations
• /c> literally targeting a region of the literally targeting a region of the state<00:52:50.960><c> for
• Um a region that state for cuts.
• Um and that's why we've my region.
• </c> everything I can to protect my region everything I can to protect my region and<01:14:17.679><c>

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• Thank you for the nice walking tour of the Convention Center.
• First, administration and operations.
• Our participation in our Transportation Management Center—ours is the Spokane Regional Transportation
• Management Center, all the acronyms.
• And it's regionally based.

Committee: Joint Joint Transportation Committee

Summary: The committee began with member introductions, then heard a presentation on a draft final report studying alternative funding mechanisms for sidewalks and related pedestrian infrastructure. Consultants said current local funding sources are insufficient, with most jurisdictions unable to complete planned sidewalk networks within 50 years. They evaluated four options: a sidewalk utility fee, a modified transportation benefit district sales tax, a new real estate excise tax option, and expanded stormwater fee use for ADA sidewalk ramps. The consultants recommended authorizing the modified TBD sales tax and new REET option, considering a sidewalk utility despite legal uncertainty, broadening any authorization to all pedestrian improvements, and not pursuing the stormwater fee option. Members asked about legal authority, fairness, revenue adequacy, and whether jurisdictions had been consulted; the presenters said state enabling legislation would likely be needed for a sidewalk utility and that fairness could be defined either by direct benefit or by need. The committee then received an update on the 2025 assessment of city transportation funding needs. The consultants reported that city transportation revenues have grown in some local and federal categories since 2019, but state revenues have remained relatively flat and smaller cities are especially affected by declining fuel tax revenues and limited tax bases. They estimated annual city transportation needs at $4.25 billion, average annual spending at $1.89 billion, and a funding gap of $2.37 billion, larger than in the prior study because of updated data, inclusion of system improvements, and higher preservation costs. Draft recommendations focused on reducing costs and improving efficiency, preserving and increasing state support, and expanding local funding options, including preservation-first spending, a permanent federal fund exchange program, streamlined review processes, better coordination with WSDOT, possible property tax flexibility, and exploration of new local tools. Members raised questions about design standards, the role of density and transit, federal compliance, and whether the report would identify specific consolidation or process changes. The committee also heard a project update on evaluating zero-emission vehicle and electrification programs funded by the Climate Commitment Act. Consultants said they had reviewed roughly 23 programs and projects across seven agencies and were now evaluating options to improve delivery, including process improvements, reorganizing programs, or consolidating governance and administrative functions. Early findings highlighted staffing shortages, duplication and variation across agencies, differing levels of risk, and the challenge of coordinating climate priorities across agencies with other core missions. Members asked about program outcomes, administrative costs, whether some programs should have exit strategies, and how to strengthen the EV Coordinating Council. Finally, WSDOT provided an implementation update on its new public-private partnership authority under SB 5801, saying work is underway to prepare governance, legal, policy, and organizational structures ahead of the January 1, 2027 effective date.

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• I am the regional director for ADL Heartland. That is the Anti-Defamation League.
• Since 1913, our mission has been to stop the defamation of the Jewish people, secure justice, and fair
• But right now, these are operating through the three-tier system, through a very sophisticated market
• I'm trying to remember now, but there was that requirement for our commercial marijuana operators, and
• And what that means is I represent many of your constituents who own, operate, or supply gas stations

Committee: House Judiciary

Keywords: 959, house, all

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• The Centers for Disease Control tell us that when trauma happens, more important than the trauma itself
• This bill applies to individuals who operate or manage a prostitution enterprise involving two or more
• of the concerns discussed during the interim charge that you all are well aware of, ensuring the security
• I represented the Christian Church Disciples of Christ regional office of North Texas, who resided in
• This highlights the extensive operations of the Human Organ Trafficking Network.

Bills: SB456 , SB826 , SB872 , SB957 , SB993 , SB1660 , SB2017 , SB2611 , SB2785 , SB2794 , SB442

Committee: House Criminal Jurisprudence

Keywords: human organs, criminal penalties, physician license, medical ethics, illegal trade, SB 826, Texas, DWI, driving while intoxicated, intoxicated driving, school crossing zone, school zone, reduced speed limit, traffic safety, child safety, pedestrian safety, felony DWI, state jail felony, Penal Code Section 49.04, Transportation Code Section 541.302

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• It really forces a dialogue that should happen to ensure that people are safe, safe to operate on the
• It really forces a dialogue that should happen to ensure that people are safe, safe to operate on the
• include more than 100 car seat educators that serve children and families all over the Sacramento region
• I currently serve as an injury prevention specialist at UC Davis Medical Center, but please note that
• Or if they are dangerous, maybe operating their vehicle in a speeding way or something and they notice

Summary: The Assembly Transportation Committee met and began without a quorum, first hearing AB 612 by Assembly Member Rogers and later AB 435 by Assembly Member Wilson. AB 612 would direct Caltrans to update the highway design manual so local jurisdictions consult with fire departments on major road improvements. Supporters, including the California Professional Firefighters and labor representatives, said the bill would improve emergency response and prevent road designs from hindering fire apparatus. County representatives said they were not opposed but wanted the bill narrowed to avoid mandatory consultation on minor maintenance projects or in areas without a local fire district. Several members praised the bill as common-sense safety legislation, and it was moved forward to Appropriations. The committee then adopted its rules and approved a seven-bill consent calendar. AB 435 would update California child passenger safety law to require children under 10 to be properly restrained in the back seat, require children ages 10 to 13 to remain in the back seat unless they pass the five-step seat belt fit test, and require the five-step test before a child may ride in the front seat. The author and supporters, including Safe Kids Greater Sacramento, Safety Belt Safe USA, AAA, the Automobile Club, and hospitals, argued the bill would align state law with national best practices and improve child safety. Committee members raised concerns about enforceability, implementation timing, pickup trucks, large families, and low-speed vehicles, and the author said he was open to amendments and additional data, including California-specific information. AB 435 was advanced to the Committee on Appropriations after discussion. AB 612 also received a due pass recommendation to Appropriations. The committee held rolls open to allow additional members to add on, then later confirmed the votes and adjourned.

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• Yep, FERC, NERC, and then also the independent system operator.
• “It ties all their generators to the regional.
• We obviously operate a company in Illinois where they do operate in a deregulated market.
• Ameren Illinois does not own or operate generation in Illinois.
• We operate the transmission and distribution system only.

Committee: House General Laws

Keywords: 959, house, all

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• She had founded and directed an educational farming center in Massachusetts and undertaken similar work
• Medical Center ICU; and president, Vermont Nurse Practitioner Association.
• </c> medical director, Rutland Regional medical director, Rutland Regional Medical<00:25:05.160><c> Center
• ICU, President, Vermont Medical Center ICU, President, Vermont Nurse<00:25:07.720><c> Practitioner</
• Committee referred your House Committee on Government Operations and Military Affairs a proposal of

Keywords: 926, house, all

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• Operations, Senate position; Missouri Star Solutions.
• State Department operations and platform permitting application, Senate.
• Department operations internal auditing, Senate.
• Okay, 10.250, state-operated inpatient. We did the 10% flux on that.
• Pregnancy Resource Center, 305 House.

Committee: House Conference Committee on Budget

Keywords: 959, house, all

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• and other services and workforce providers that operate in that region.
• </c><00:14:48.600><c> I</c> complexes or Performing Arts centers I complexes or Performing Arts centers
• Mine's a STEM Center and a field expansion.
• Mine's a STEM Center and a field expansion.
• </c> in these things especially in regions in these things especially in regions who<00:40:29.720><c>

Keywords: Meeting Start 00:00:00 Roll Call 00:00:05 HB 537 Discussion 00:00:40 HB 537 Vote 00:02:45 HJR 34 Discussion 00:03:30 HJR 34 Vote 00:07:45 HJR 30 Discussion 00:08:30 HJR 30 Vote 00:10:25 HJR 32 Discussion 00:11:00 HJR 32 Vote 00:41:00, 958, all

Summary: The committee took up several measures related to appropriations and school facilities. House Bill 537 was explained as a technical fix to Kentucky’s opioid abatement settlement framework so the state can accept funds from national bankruptcy settlements under the allocation structure now used by the courts; the bill was supported by the Attorney General’s office and local government groups and received a favorable recommendation. House Joint Resolution 34 authorized release of previously appropriated KCTCS funds for three projects, and members discussed whether KCTCS facilities could be used more broadly for community needs such as public health, workforce, and other services. KCTCS officials said they were open to that idea, and the resolution also received a favorable recommendation. House Joint Resolution 30, concerning the Waters program and release of funds for projects that had remained in design, was adopted by committee substitute and passed favorably. The committee then heard extensive testimony on House Joint Resolution 32, which concerns school facility gap funding for districts with low bonding capacity. The chair and sponsor explained that the General Assembly had previously asked the auditor and Blue & Co. to analyze district data because of disputes over project costs and bonding capacity. Superintendents from Marion County, Augusta Independent, Williamstown, and Walton Verona described their projects and financial constraints. Marion County and Augusta argued that full gap funding is necessary for new school or multipurpose facility projects that cannot be phased in; Augusta emphasized its old building stock, high poverty rate, and the need for a gymnasium/multipurpose space used for school and community functions. Williamstown described a STEM center and field expansion, saying the project would be delayed for years without full funding. Walton Verona described rapid growth, overcrowding, and an intermediate school project that had risen sharply in cost from the original estimate. Members asked questions about the accuracy of cost estimates and the scope of the projects, including why some estimates differed from the auditor’s figures and whether the funding requests covered only parts of larger phased plans. The testimony generally supported full funding for the listed districts, with the districts arguing that the projects are necessary for safe, modern learning environments and that local tax effort has already been substantial. Each of the measures considered during the meeting was reported out favorably, with the chair voting no on the resolutions and bills before the committee.

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• We have We have 29 technology centers. We serve in the comprehensive high schools.
• You are recognized to present the nomination of David Mackenzie to the regional university system of
• He is a former graduate of Central University and has been appointed to the regional university system
• I think the regional universities play a major role in our state.
• She has quite a bio with years of leadership experience in finance and operations.

Committee: Senate Education

Keywords: 914, all

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• pay for principal and interest of those bonds are appropriated from the state general fund in the operating
• billion dollars from the National Institutes of Health flowed into our universities and research centers
• Places like the University of Washington, Washington State University, Fred Hutch Cancer Center, Seattle
• Research universities are not cost centers; they are economic engines.
• Three out of the nine regional CASKs have had their funding frozen.

Summary: The Senate Higher Education and Workforce Development Committee held its final meeting of the 2026 session, opening a public hearing on Senate Bill 6321, which would authorize up to $6 billion in state general obligation bonds over six years and create the Washington Institute for Scientific Advancement within the Department of Commerce. Staff explained that the institute would oversee grants for scientific research and facilities, with the proposal requiring voter approval for the debt and institute creation. Senator Slatter, the prime sponsor, said the bill was intended to stabilize research funding in Washington in response to federal cuts and uncertainty, and noted it was modeled in part on similar efforts in California and Texas. Testimony was overwhelmingly in support. Representatives from Washington State University and the University of Washington described the state’s research enterprise as an economic engine and emphasized the importance of stable funding for jobs, innovation, and competitiveness. University of Washington witnesses said federal funding disruptions had reduced new NIH awards, cut student support, and threatened research programs in medicine, mental health, clean energy, forest resilience, and climate adaptation. Several early-career researchers and union members testified about personal impacts from grant terminations, furloughs, and delayed career transitions, arguing that the bill would help protect scientific work, workforce development, and public health outcomes in Washington. After closing the hearing on SB 6321, the committee moved into executive session. It voted do pass on Substitute House Bill 2525 and sent it to the Rules Committee. The committee also approved a slate of gubernatorial appointments for confirmation recommendation, and then adjourned after thanking staff and members for their work during the session.

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• We own and operate a solid waste facility in San Carlos known as the Shoreway Environmental Center.
• Monterey, Merced County Regional Waste Authority, City of Arcata, and Smoke-Free Air for Everyone.
• It supports regional representation and recognizes the value of their expertise.
• EPA, will be allowed to operate here in California.
• EPA, will be allowed to operate here in California.

Summary: The committee heard AB 839, which would allow up to three sustainable aviation fuel projects to qualify for expedited CEQA judicial review. The author and airline and airport supporters argued SAF is a key emissions-reduction strategy for aviation and that California needs to signal investment certainty after prior project litigation. Environmental Justice and Earthjustice opposed, saying the bill weakens the public’s ability to challenge polluting projects and that SAF facilities can harm already overburdened communities. The committee later took a roll call on the bill and it was held on call after a 3-0 vote, with the motion being due pass to Judiciary. Members then took up AB 762, which would ban the sale of disposable nicotine vapes in California. The author and a broad coalition of waste, public health, local government, and environmental groups said the devices create fire hazards, add lithium batteries to the waste stream, and burden local recycling and hazardous waste systems. Opponents, including retailers and business groups, argued the bill would mainly affect a small legal market while the illicit market would continue to supply most disposable vapes, and warned of unintended consequences. After discussion about illicit sales, EPR ideas, and reuse alternatives, the committee voted 2-2 on the motion to pass as amended to Revenue and Taxation, so the bill was kept on call. The committee also heard AB 907, which would compensate the six local air district representatives who serve on the California Air Resources Board the same as other board members. The author and supporters said the change would improve equity and help ensure local representation on CARB, and no opposition was presented. The chair expressed support, noting similar legislation had passed the committee previously, and the bill was held for a later vote once quorum issues were resolved.

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• So my question is, is advisory budget committees operate. Um I advisory budget committees operate.
• </c> they operate. they operate.
• </c> state, they tend to have super regional state, they tend to have super regional impacts. impacts
• ,</c><02:32:03.439><c> traffic,</c> for extra police, security, traffic, for extra police, security,
• <02:34:05.520><c> in</c><02:34:05.760><c> conquered</c> operate in conquered operate in conquered &gt

Committee: House Municipal and County Government

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• in Miami-Dade to a coffee cart because 911 operators were left out.
• in Miami Day to a coffee cart because 911 operators were left out.
• Monitoring requirements for regional stormwater management systems.
• A significant portion of it is from AI data centers and other super users.
• But we've had data centers here in the United States since the 1940s.

Keywords: 998, house, all

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• Defines regional origin. First up is Department of Ag.
• Defines regional state.
• Defines regional origin.<00:01:47.240><c> First</c><00:01:47.560><c> up</c><00:01:47.880><c> is</c><00
• </c> Agricultural Research Center. Agricultural Research Center. Hi,<00:02:58.000><c> Chair.
• is not a private pest control operators is not a good<00:09:29.600><c> fit</c><00:09:29.839><c> for<

Committee: Senate Agriculture and Environment

Keywords: 912, senate, all

Summary: The AEN hearing on March 14, 2025 reviewed several agriculture, biosecurity, animal, and climate-related measures, but the chair announced at the outset that the committee would not have decision-making that day because quorum was not expected. Decision-making for the full agenda was rescheduled to Monday, March 17, 2025 at 1:02 p.m. in room 224. Testimony was limited to one minute per speaker. Measures heard included HB 48 HD2 on coffee labeling and regional origin, HB 782 HD1 creating a Department of Agriculture working group to review obsolete agricultural laws, HB 980 HD1 on mongoose and feral chicken control, and HB 1237 HD1 appropriating funds for agricultural biosecurity and invasive species work in Maui County. The Department of Agriculture supported HB 48, HB 782, and HB 1237, and several industry and conservation groups testified in support of the first two. HB 980 drew strong opposition from Pono Advocacy and the Hawaiian Humane Society, who argued it raised animal cruelty and public health concerns, especially during H5N1 risks; the measure also had support from agriculture-related groups. HB 1237 received broad support, with witnesses asking for language changes to broaden coverage to additional invasive species and to better support Maui Invasive Species Committee work on little fire ants and other pests. The committee also heard SCR 88/SR 71 on a microbial algae soil products pilot program, SCR 91/SR 74 on self-defense law changes for agricultural communities, SCR 93/SR 76 on integrating indigenous knowledge into climate policy, SCR 94/SR 77 on Maui axis deer control and venison, and SCR 103/SR 84 on a PFAS working group. Testimony on SCR 91/SR 74 came largely from ranching and agricultural interests in support, citing trespass, poaching, and safety concerns. SCR 93/SR 76 drew support from a Native Hawaiian testifier and others who emphasized stewardship, intergenerational planning, and climate resilience. SCR 94/SR 77 and SCR 103/SR 84 also received support, including from the Department of Agriculture and the Honolulu Board of Water Supply on the PFAS measure. No votes were taken.

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• Um they security number or something.
• </c> has comprehensive security measures, has comprehensive security measures, routine<01:25:15.120><
• </c> name, date of birth, social security name, date of birth, social security number,<01:43:04.800><
• </c> operating on off the books in some way. operating on off the books in some way.
• Uh but he was up near the lakes region.

Committee: Senate Judiciary

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• </c> year we held seven simultaneous regional year we held seven simultaneous regional meetings<01:31
• </c><01:32:12.360><c> meetings</c> recommended from the regional meetings recommended from the regional
• treatment programs. operated program.
• Um it also creates a operated program.
• When the to another state operated bed.

Committee: Senate Human Services

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• Many throughout the region came to recognize Lloyd through his beautifully restored 1956 Chevrolet, transformed
• turn into a career fighting against segregation and policies that made it harder for Black people to secure
• This includes establishing the Center for Community Economic Development at the Business School, where
• She served as president of the San Fernando Valley Japanese American Community Center.
• Throughout this time in office, he worked to strengthen Auburn's relationship throughout the region while

Summary: The Assembly met with an initial quorum call, then proceeded through routine floor business, guest introductions, and several procedural motions. Members approved requests to suspend rules for adjournment-in-memory remarks and guest seating, removed some bills from the consent calendar, and re-referred or withdrew several measures. The chamber also took up a number of second-reading and concurrence items later in the day. Two major bills drew floor debate. SB 762, a tax measure allowing eligible local governments to seek voter approval for transactions and use tax rates above the statutory cap, was presented as a response to local fiscal pressures and was described by supporters as giving voters local choice rather than imposing a tax increase. It passed with an urgency vote of 54-13 and was sent immediately to the Senate. AB 126, the education budget trailer bill, was presented as a major investment in TK-12 education, special education, community schools, and educator leave; one member supported many provisions but objected to policy changes affecting charter schools being included in a budget bill. The Assembly concurred in the Senate amendments on AB 126 by a vote of 56-1. The Assembly also concurred in AB 35, an urgency environmental protection bill intended to speed implementation of Proposition 4-funded projects by narrowing administrative delay; supporters said it would accelerate wildfire prevention, water, and other environmental projects. The measure passed unanimously, 66-0. The consent calendar was then adopted, including AB 2796 on criminal history information, which passed 67-0. The session concluded with multiple adjournment-in-memory tributes, including remarks honoring victims of a B-52 test flight crash at Edwards Air Force Base, former West Covina Mayor Lloyd Johnson, civil rights leader Harold Brown, educator and activist Kiyoko Nancy Oda, and Auburn Mayor John Mike Holmes, followed by announcements of summer recess and adjournment until August 3.