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• area where I live, there's a lawsuit going on with one of the centers, and that the openpen Records Act
• To say, court, don't worry, we have this under control.
• Members, Senate Bill 933 is the Right to Try for Individualized Treatment Act.
• Seven states have passed the Right to Try for Individualized Treatments Act, and over 15 other states
• Senate Bill 1328 is the Parental Access to Minor Medical Records Act.

Bills: SB1328 , SB1380 , SB1436 , SB1558 , SB1572 , SB1651 , SB1805 , SB1831 , SB1836 , SB2014 , SB2023 , SB2044 , SB2179 , SB933

Committee: Senate Health and Human Services

Keywords: parents' rights, healthcare consent, minors, medical records, protection, legal guardianship, Medicaid, Oklahoma Health Care Authority, eligibility verification, death records, Death Master File, vital statistics, disenrollment, recoupment, improper payments, benefits integrity, public assistance, income verification, residency verification, incarceration status

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• And I'll tell you, we've already acted currently on DWIs.
• So if you get involved in a chase... within the water control district.
• And if you go down to Section One, the Dangerous Aliens Act.
• It is the proper one, the one in the Immigration and Nationality Act.
• This is already covered by a provision of the Public Information Act.

Bills: HB1583 , HB1775 , HB1832 , HB1836 , HB1837 , HB1866 , HB1983 , HB2029 , HB2217 , HB2318 , HB2363 , HB2486

Committee: House Homeland Security, Public Safety & Veterans' Affairs

Keywords: mental health, emergency detention, peace officer, mental illness, prevention of harm, border security, private landowners, study and report, General Land Office, participation, controlled substances, opioid antagonists, law enforcement training, substance abuse prevention, Texas-Mexico border, criminal justice, public safety, law enforcement, National Park Service, arrest powers

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• Up to capture and know that a crime may have been committed, and so that they could act quickly on this
• because the faster they can act, the faster they can find the person that committed the crime.
• this bill is critically important to be able to help Solving crimes in the situation eventually by acting
• discipline for Someone, whether or not there's anything to encourage that person who's committed a terrible act
• get a phone call from somebody who sounds official and puts them in a situation where they need to act

Bills: SB1936 , SB1612 , SB1543 , SB1260 , SB1988 , SB1859 , SB2041 , SB1257 , HB4272 , HB3277 , HB3148 , HB3651 , HB3323 , HB4287 , HB4105 , HB3304 , HB3345

Committee: Senate Public Safety

Keywords: forfeiture, criminal offenses, law enforcement, Class D1 offenses, property seizure, SB1612, mandatory reporting, violent injury reporting, gunshot wound, stab wound, poisoning, burn injury, explosive injury, medical reporting, healthcare providers, law enforcement notification, evidence preservation, patient video records, confidentiality waiver, misdemeanor penalty

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• We make it easier for the right people to act.
• Oh, Representative Bliss. the act of of um ERPO and immunity for the act of of um ERPO and immunity for
• </c><00:53:39.760><c> increased</c> poison control has drastically increased poison control has drastically
• States government is not out of control.
• </c> enforcement agency or any person acting enforcement agency or any person acting on<01:07:51.240>

Bills: HF3771 , HF3658 , HF3453 , HF3358 , HF1775

Committee: House Public Safety Finance and Policy

Keywords: disaster assistance, contingency account, Minnesota emergency management, public safety, state disaster aid, FEMA, federal cost-share, emergency relief, natural disaster, budget report, appropriations report, management and budget, local governments, utility cooperatives, public works, infrastructure repair, chapter 12B, chapter 12A, emergency management, disaster recovery

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• So one source, Section 30-31 is the Controlled Substances Act.
• Within the Controlled Substances Act, there's this definition of controlled substance analog. of controlled
• I think you're looking at the definition that applies to the Controlled Substance Act, and she's talking
• You're looking at the definition that applies to the Controlled Substance Act, and she's talking about
• As a controlled substance analog.

Bills: HB195 , HB279 , SB30 , HB234 , HB292 , SB100 , SB23 , SB221 , SB261 , SB264

Committee: House House Judiciary

Keywords: medical malpractice, judgments, independent providers, insurance, personal assets, settlements, healthcare, healthcare privacy, electronic medical records, reproductive health, gender-affirming care, data protection, location tracking, confidentiality, SB30, induced abortion, abortion reporting, vital statistics, public health reporting, medical records

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• Constitution gives states control over their own election processes.
• One is "under color of law," which is acting or purporting to act in the performance of official duties
• Section three of this bill says that a person acting under color of law or otherwise shall not.
• This, I think, will ultimately keep things calmer and under control for both sides.
• With that, I'll turn over to my... law enforcement as a racketeering act.

Bills: SB23 , SB221 , SB261 , SB264 , HB195 , HB279 , SB30 , HB234 , HB292 , SB100 , SB23 , SB221 , SB261 , SB264

Committees: Senate Senate Judiciary , Senate House Judiciary

Keywords: student use, wireless devices, public schools, policy implementation, education technology funding, misappropriation, petroleum products, oil and gas equipment, racketeering, criminal penalties, New Mexico, public safety, health regulations, community welfare, peace promotion, legislative reforms, election integrity, voter coercion, emergency procedures, polling place security

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• and misspelled her name in the uh act and misspelled her name in the uh act and that's one of the uh
• The Maryanne Leonard Educators on the Job Injury Act that Educators on the Job Injury Act that Educators
• list of doctors that may be more control list of doctors that may be more control list of doctors that
• passing uh big bills the literacy act passing uh big bills the literacy act the numerousy act uh the
• . once in high school uh using the ACT. once in high school uh using the ACT.

Bills: SB199 , HB142 , SB86 , HB152 , HB297 , SB1 , SB1

Committee: House Ways and Means Education

Keywords: parental leave, state employees, local education agencies, adoption, work-life balance, family support, portable benefits, portable benefit account, independent contractor, gig worker, 1099 worker, freelancer, app-based worker, rideshare, delivery driver, worker benefits, health insurance, retirement benefits, life insurance, income replacement insurance

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• forces the board to operate with a blindfold and a heavier burden of proof, limiting our ability to act
• Does the board act on this situation commonly? Or how common is it?
• Madam Chair, members, House Bill 2434 updates requirements relating to the controlled substances prescription
• House Bill 2434 updates requirements relating to the controlled substances prescription monitoring program
• This bill also clarifies prohibited acts like wholesaling or distributing without a board permit.

Bills: HB2408 , HB2434 , HB2725 , HB2728 , HB2729 , HB2730 , HB2731 , HB2732 , HB2733

Committees: House Health & Human Services , House House Health & Human Services Committee of Reference

Keywords: controlled substances, prescription monitoring, opioid crisis, healthcare regulations, patient safety, prescription drugs, opioids, healthcare, pain management, utilization controls, AHCCCS, Department of Economic Security, social services, welfare programs, vocational rehabilitation, employment services, developmental disabilities, Arizona Revised Statutes, occupational therapy, board regulation

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• They act different. Noises may get them overwhelmed.
• They act different. Noises may get them overwhelmed.
• and the Florida Sexual Offenders Act.
• With the Americans with Disabilities Act. Thank you. I don't think it will.
• They... ...injuries have just recently been released from a Baker Act.

Bills: S0132 , S0418 , S0442 , S0646 , S0748 , S1326 , S1332 , S1660 , S1734 , S1742 , S1750

Committee: Senate Criminal Justice

Keywords: voting rights, felony conviction, database, Florida Commission on Offender Review, restoration of rights, autism spectrum disorder, law enforcement, communication, training, blue envelope, blue card, search warrant, remote appearance, drones, data privacy, drug paraphernalia, narcotic testing, fentanyl, controlled substances, civil forfeiture

Summary: The committee heard and approved several criminal justice and public safety bills. SB 646 would allow drug-testing tools such as fentanyl test strips and reagent kits to detect adulterants in drugs; it passed unanimously after testimony from the sponsor and supporters describing overdose deaths and the value of early warning. SB 442 would extend the return period for warrants involving digital evidence from 45 days to one year, with prosecutors and law enforcement supporting the change because of encryption, device backlogs, and large volumes of child exploitation evidence; it also passed unanimously. SB 418 would require autism-related law enforcement training and create a Blue Envelope Program for drivers with autism; it passed unanimously after supportive testimony from law enforcement and disability advocates. SB 132 would create a statewide database and instructions to help people determine eligibility for restoration of voting rights; it passed unanimously, with discussion about simplifying access to records and eligibility information. SB 748 would require sentencing score sheets to include notice about voting-rights restoration and ensure defendants receive a copy; it passed unanimously. SB 1734 would recognize juvenile probation and detention officers as officers under state law and extend related training, certification, and benefits; it passed unanimously. SB 1660 would designate June as Responsible Firearm Safety Awareness Month; it passed unanimously. SB 1742, as amended by a delete-all amendment, would replace an older offense with a new crime of indecent exposure of sexual organs to a minor; the amendment and bill passed unanimously. SB 1750 would expand and tighten career offender registration requirements, and SB 1332, a similar career-offender registration bill later corrected on the agenda, also passed unanimously after a question about empirical evidence for registry effectiveness. Both bills were supported by FDLE and sheriffs' groups. The most extensive debate centered on SB 1326, which would eliminate Florida’s traditional insanity defense and replace it with a defense based on lack of culpable mental state caused by mental disease or defect, while also changing competency and sentencing provisions. Supporters argued the bill was needed to protect the public from violent offenders with serious mental illness and to close gaps that can leave dangerous people under-supervised. Opponents, including criminal defense advocates and some senators, warned that the bill could leave acquitted defendants without treatment, reduce judicial discretion, raise reliability and cost concerns over malingering assessments, and potentially worsen public safety by pushing more mentally ill people into prison without adequate care. Despite those objections, the bill passed on a divided vote. Near the end of the meeting, the chair also corrected an earlier mix-up and moved SB 1750 to the next committee hearing after a motion to reconsider, while SB 1332 was taken up and reported favorably.

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• This act is expressed in U.S. regulations and the U.S. government also regulates pest control services
• The Structural Pest Control Act was created in 1971, which is actually the year before the EPA.
• I think so with regard to the immediate pest control act.
• Controlled substances may not be prescribed solely through telemedicine unless the veterinarian...
• I believe just from what I heard, it sounded like it was with controlled substances.

Bills: HB43 , HB3364 , HB3469 , HB3479 , HB43

Committee: House Agriculture & Livestock

Keywords: agriculture, finance, young farmers, financial assistance, pest control, veterinarian, veterinary medicine, veterinary telemedicine, telehealth, telemedicine, veterinarian-client-patient relationship, VCPR, animal health, livestock, pets, remote care, electronic means, telephone consultation, controlled substances, prescription drugs

Summary: The second bill, House Bill 3469, was introduced to address pest control regulations concerning nuisance birds. Representative Campos explained how the bill proposes non-lethal methods to deter these birds, such as the use of laser lights and sounds, which avoids conflict with both state and federal regulations. The committee heard impassioned testimonies from members of the public who shared firsthand experiences regarding the adverse effects of these birds on property and public health. The meeting concluded with both bills being left pending, reflecting a desire for further deliberation among the committee members.

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• Records Act.
• Records Act.
• House Bill 3767 by Turner of the House and Yeck of the Senate and act relating to controlled dangerous
• substances.
• relating to controlled dangerous Substances.

Bills: HR1036 , HB2975 , HB3026 , HB3297 , HB2981 , HB2978 , HB4144 , HB1322 , HB1818 , HB3194 , HB3767 , HB3342 , HB3344 , HB4170 , HB3287 , HB3288 , HB4454 , HB3264 , HB3266 , HB3268 , HB4095 , HB4115 , HB4316 , HB3530 , HB3428 , HB4272 , HB4273 , HB4274 , HB3405 , HB3406 , HB3467 , HB3469 , HB3931

Keywords: Bob Wills, Western Swing, Cain's Ballroom, Oklahoma music history, country music, rock and roll, folk jazz blues, Oklahoma Arts Council, Oklahoma Film and Music Office, Oklahoma Historical Society, OKPOP Museum, commemorative resolution, day at the Capitol, musician recognition, heritage celebration, Tulsa, poultry waste, nutrient management, environmental regulations, agriculture

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• </c><00:26:32.799><c> on</c> legislature can, you know, act on legislature can, you know, act on informed
• Um, and as have substance use disorder.
• Classified as a Schedule I controlled substance under US federal law and cannot be used in our state
• </c> we're doing it in a very controlled we're doing it in a very controlled environment.<01:10:10.719
• I think under a controlled environment.

Bills: HF4588 , HF3685 , HF4577 , HF4932

Committee: House Veterans and Military Affairs Division

Keywords: veterans, veterans affairs, mental health, behavioral health, rural health, rural areas, access to care, task force, Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs, general fund appropriation, veteran suicide prevention, PTSD, service members, military families, telehealth, rural psychiatry, high school diploma, armed forces, education policy, military service

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• distributors, or third-party logistics providers are now limited to a manufacturer or third party acting
• also specifies that the enforcement provisions relating to a civil action and the Consumer Protection Act
• Veterinarians that don't follow the practice act will be found in violation of that, and being a veterinarian
• , I can tell you that's enough of a deterrent to do something against the practice act.
• Support of this, partly due to the long stakeholder work, it plugging a hole in the Practice Act with

Bills: HB2384 , HB2402 , HB2505 , HB1904 , HB2145 , HB2182 , HB2211 , HB2242 , HB2247 , HB2329 , HB2339

Committee: House Health Care & Wellness

Keywords: continuing care retirement community, CCRC, life plan community, senior housing, retirement community, long-term care, assisted living, nursing home, actuarial analysis, solvency, financial oversight, resident contracts, entrance fee, disclosure statement, registration, insurance commissioner, DSHS, consumer protection, elder care, aging services

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• apply to anyone once we approve or disapprove the bill, of course, but I think that just gives more control
• just gives more control uh to to<00:13:18.320><c> the</c><00:13:18.480><c> locals</c><00:13:18.800><
• This act<00:14:12.480><c> shall</c><00:14:12.800><c> become</c><00:14:13.120><c> effective</c><00:14:
• </c> Replace line 29 on page two with the following: Implementation and administration of this act.
• </c> of the no surprise billing act. of the no surprise billing act.

Bills: HB185 , HB378 , SB28 , HB400 , SB155 , HB312 , HB185 , HB378 , SB28 , HB400 , SB155 , HB312

Committee: House Ways and Means General Fund

Keywords: appropriation, transportation, judicial system, funding, state budget, Pickens County, local act, vehicle tag fee, registration fee, issuance fee, motor vehicle registration, license plate, replacement tag, transfer tag, renewal fee, county revenue, earmarked funds, ambulance service, emergency medical services, EMS

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• But, per the Texas Dental Practice Act, dentists are broadly... ...allowed to diagnose and treat oral
• However, the maxillofacial region is not specifically defined in the Dental Practice Act and will feasibly
• The Texas Dental Practice Act defines the specialties of maxillofacial surgery and maxillofacial pathology
• implement a pilot program in Texas focused on the safe disposal of prescription drugs, including controls

Bills: SB1117 , SB1373 , SB672 , SB1986 , SB1098 , SB626 , SB1784 , SB2480 , SB2487 , SB437 , SB660

Committee: House Public Health

Keywords: dentistry, botulinum toxin, aesthetic treatments, dental regulation, training, medical staff privileges, hospital administration, healthcare regulation, Texas Health and Safety Code, consistency in privileges, SB 672, Texas hospital emergency operations plan, hospital diversion, emergency department, cyberattack, cyber security, power outage, electrical outage, patient diversion, hospital preparedness

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• Of promoting specialty access to care and local control.
• I assume that you have complete control over what criteria is used, is that right? Yes, sir.
• I think the most obvious example would be substance abuse.
• Safety standards every day, everything from infection control to architectural standards.
• I'm representing the Association of Substance Abuse Programs in support of SB626.

Bills: SB1117 , SB1373 , SB672 , SB1986 , SB1098 , SB626 , SB1784 , SB2480 , SB2487 , SB437 , SB660

Committee: House Public Health

Keywords: dentistry, botulinum toxin, aesthetic treatments, dental regulation, training, medical staff privileges, hospital administration, healthcare regulation, Texas Health and Safety Code, consistency in privileges, SB 672, Texas hospital emergency operations plan, hospital diversion, emergency department, cyberattack, cyber security, power outage, electrical outage, patient diversion, hospital preparedness

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• Madam Chair, Members, House Bill 2434 modifies requirements related to the controlled substances prescription
• It removes the requirement that the CSPMP database track consumption of controlled substances and replaces
• Some kids act out, and some kids run. That's not bad behavior. That's trauma.
• It means when we speak up for help, someone has to listen and act.
• Children should not have to wait for the worst outcome before the system acts.

Bills: HB2035 , HB2086 , HB2434 , HB2611 , HB2732 , HB2733 , HB2830 , HB2923 , HB2932 , HB4004

Committees: Senate Health and Human Services , Senate Senate Health and Human Services COR

Keywords: kinship care, child welfare, foster care, relative placement, child protection, vaccination mandates, mask requirements, public health, government entities, COVID-19, controlled substances, prescription monitoring, opioid crisis, healthcare regulations, patient safety, Arizona State Board of Pharmacy, pharmacy practice, state regulations, termination, regulatory framework

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• the problems that we were having in our Medicaid or AHCCCS agency related to behavioral health and substance
• Senate Bill 1188 aligns Arizona's controlled substance schedules with federal scheduling by specifying
• It may be prescribed if not listed as a Schedule I substance.

Bills: SB1113 , SB1115 , SB1122 , SB1123 , SB1125 , SB1165 , SB1188 , SB1193 , SB1243 , SB1318 , SB1477

Committees: House Health & Human Services , House House Health & Human Services Committee of Reference

Keywords: mental health, involuntary evaluation, service of process, court-ordered treatment, evaluation agencies, AHCCCS, remote work, state agency, employment, public health, healthcare, behavioral health, prior authorization, American Indian health program, medicaid, medical examiner, death investigation, body disposal, autopsy, veteran burial

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• That's the act of Vice Chair to the floor. I'm done. Mr.
• Acting Vice Chair.
• It is a decision to substitute government control for competition.
• Good morning, Acting Chair, and good morning committee.
• So I can't control the people who are not here.

Bills: HB199 , HB222 , HB223 , HB224 , HB235 , HB246 , HB405 , HB535 , HB554 , HB907 , SCR3 , SB43 , SB52 , SB54 , SB113 , SB168 , SB219 , SB222 , SB270 , SB311 , SB359

Committee: House Health and Welfare

Keywords: nursing facilities, moratorium, healthcare, patient care, data collection, Medicaid, dental coverage, healthcare access, medical necessity, Louisiana Department of Health, Department of Children and Family Services, sunset law, statutory entities, regulatory authority, re-creation, termination dates, child welfare, foster care, children's rights, legal guardianship

Bills: SSB1017 , SSB1029 , SSB1080 , SF117 , SF120 , SSB1052 , HF12 , HF14 , HF104 , HF124 , HF146 , HSB7 , HSB8

Committee: Joint Health and Human Services

Keywords: pharmacy benefits manager, reverse auction, public employees, health insurance, drug pricing, health care costs, price transparency, cash price, discounted cash price, average allowed amount, deductible credit, cost-sharing, health carrier, health benefit plan, out-of-network, network provider, prescription drugs, formulary, generic drug, pharmacy benefit