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• the process to get that authority for the point source discharges.
• the process to get that authority for the point source discharges.
• The process to get that authority for the point source discharges.
• Permitting Oklahoma Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permit program.
• They struggle with being able to discharge all of the reject.

Committee: House Agriculture

Summary: The meeting focused on the use of biosolids on farm and ranch land, with testimony from Oklahoma State University experts, a conservation official, and an engineering representative about the benefits, risks, and regulatory implications. Dr. Lusk described OSU’s long history of soil fertility research and said biosolids can provide nutrients and organic matter, but also may carry contaminants such as PFAS, heavy metals, pharmaceuticals, microplastics, and pathogens. He emphasized that many questions remain unanswered, especially about contaminant uptake into soil, crops, livestock, and humans, and said existing EPA and Oklahoma DEQ regulations address some treatment and application standards but may not fully cover PFAS. Dr. Arnell expanded on nutrient management, explaining that biosolids can function similarly to manure as a fertilizer source, especially for nitrogen and phosphorus, but should be tested, incorporated into soil, and applied under permit conditions to reduce runoff and other losses. He said PFAS testing methods are not yet standardized and that more research is needed to determine sampling protocols, movement in soil, and long-term effects. Committee members asked whether farmers and ranchers should be notified of risks, whether PFAS is currently tested, how many counties use biosolids, and what research would be needed for a dissertation-level study. The witnesses generally agreed that landowners should be informed of known risks and uncertainties, but said the science is still developing. Dr. Arnell said a unified testing method is needed before reliable PFAS monitoring can be done, and suggested that a multi-year study would be required to understand soil movement, crop uptake, and livestock impacts. Greg Scott of the Oklahoma Conservation Commission framed the issue as a waste-management problem, noting that human waste streams contain contaminants and that soil type affects how pollutants move; he said sandy soils pose greater movement risks than clay soils and that current best practice is incorporation, careful timing, and avoiding steep or sensitive sites. He also said PFAS are widespread and not naturally occurring in the way some other compounds are, and that liability and cleanup costs are major concerns. Mary Elizabeth Mock of Garver Engineering focused on the practical and financial consequences of a possible moratorium on land application, saying most of Oklahoma’s biosolids are currently land applied and would otherwise have to go to landfills. She warned that many landfills are nearing capacity, tipping fees could rise sharply, and cities such as Tulsa and Norman could face large increases in disposal costs, which would ultimately be borne by ratepayers and taxpayers. She also said septic system maintenance costs could rise if land application options shrink, potentially leading to deferred maintenance and system failures. Mock urged a tiered, data-driven approach to PFAS regulation and said advanced treatment technologies may help in the future, but they are still emerging and expensive. No votes were taken; the session consisted of presentations and member questions.

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• I am honored to present Senate File 1691, which appropriates $1 million in fiscal year 2026 to address
• We had to bring her home in a deeply sedated, confused state because the hospital refused to honor a
• We had to bring her home in a deeply sedated, confused state because the hospital refused to honor a
• We had to bring her home in a deeply sedated, confused state because the hospital refused to honor a
• I was discharged before she jaundice.

Committee: Senate Health and Human Services

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• The bill is an important first step to address complex discharge issues.
• Currently, when a patient is ready to discharge from the hospital, they are being discharged by single
• The hospital is, believe it or not, not the place you want to be when you're ready to be discharged.
• The bill is an important first to address complex discharge issues.
• Currently, when a patient is ready to discharge from the hospital, they are being discharged by single

Bills: HB2689 , SB5832 , SB5922 , SB5944 , SB5988 , SB6151

Committee: House Appropriations

Keywords: Working Connections Child Care, child care subsidy, subsidized child care, Washington DCYF, Department of Children, Youth, and Families, low-income families, child care providers, licensed child care centers, family child care, market rate survey, subsidy rates, income eligibility, state median income, SNAP, Basic Food, collective bargaining, provider reimbursement, daily payment, half-day care, partial-day care

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• If a bond was required, the bill allows for the discharge of sureties on the personal representative's
• We do have the Honorable John Warren, Dallas County Clerk, and Leslie Johnson from the Land Title Association

Bills: SB302 , SB1335 , SB1734 , SB1760 , SB1975 , SB2127

Committee: Senate Jurisprudence

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• Letters of Administration on the closing of an estate, and if a bond was required, allows for the discharge
• We do have the Honorable John Warren, Dallas County Clerk, and Leslie Johnson from the Land Title Association

Bills: SB302 , SB1335 , SB1734 , SB1760 , SB1975 , SB2127

Committee: Senate Jurisprudence

Keywords: probate court, statutory judge, reimbursement, court costs, court proceedings, judicial assignments, judge assignment, cost reimbursement, judicial expenses, estate management, statutory requirement, court expenses, estates, inheritance, representative duties, court authority, personal representative, real property, deed fraud, title fraud

Summary: The committee heard several probate, family law, judicial, property, and contract-related bills. Senate Bill 1335, relating to decedents’ estates, would remove outdated references to a clerk’s certificate, allow courts to remove personal representatives on their own motion with notice by qualified delivery method, and add independent administrators to provisions that referenced only independent executors; an estate-planning attorney testified in support, and the bill was left pending. Senate Bill 1760, concerning guardianship transfer fees and procedures, was described as setting a $45 filing fee for transferred guardianship cases and clarifying completion and dismissal procedures; it received no testimony and was left pending. Senate Bill 2127 would shorten the eligibility period for retired judges to serve as visiting judges from eight years to six, restrict practice in their assigned region for two years, and require conflict-related certification; it also was left pending without testimony. Senate Bill 302 would shift the cost of a traveling probate judge to the requesting estate or parties rather than the county; one witness registered in favor, no one testified, and the bill was left pending. The committee then considered a committee substitute for Senate Bill 252, which would clarify the parental presumption in conservatorship cases, require non-parents seeking relief against a parent to file an affidavit showing significant impairment to the child if relief is denied, require courts to state specific findings when overcoming the presumption, confirm the clear-and-convincing standard, and clarify that agreed prior orders do not defeat the presumption. The substitute was explained as consensus language from a work group, public testimony was reopened, and the bill was left pending. Senate Bill 1734, on deed fraud, would create a streamlined ex parte process for property owners to have fraudulent deeds declared void, modeled on the fraudulent lien statute; county clerk and title association representatives testified that it would provide a low-cost self-help remedy for a growing problem, and the bill was left pending subject to the chair. Senate Bill 1975 would prevent Texas contractors from being forced to litigate disputes in foreign jurisdictions and require disputes to be handled in the county where the project is located; it was presented as a repeat of a previously vetoed bill and was left pending. Finally, the committee took up a substitute for Senate Bill 1940, concerning transfer-on-death style beneficiary designations for manufactured homes. The substitute would allow one or more beneficiaries instead of only one, transfer the interest to surviving designated beneficiaries who survive by 120 hours, extend the application period for transfer to 365 days, void the designation if not timely filed, and require mailing by certified or registered mail with return receipt requested. The substitute was adopted without objection. The committee then recessed subject to the call of the chair.

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• This this achievement not only honor.
• I was honored to co-sponsor it.
• I was honored very much in favor of it.
• I was honored to<00:56:59.280><c> co-sponsor</c><00:56:59.920><c> it.
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• Even if the dam is not discharging, there is a lot of seepage that happens around the dam through that
• The plant operated under three discharge permits.
• Although it was one facility, there were different components that needed discharge permits for their
• So, on this, I don't know what page it is—page 8, discharge permits.
• And that's why the discharge permit existed—to make sure they were discharged in a manner...

Committee: House Water & Natural Resources Committee

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• It truly is my honor to introduce a number of guests who are here from the New York Alliance for Early
• May he rest in peace, and may we honor him not just in words, but in how we support all who serve.
• BEFORE WE GO ANY FURTHER, I WANT TO TAKE A MOMENT TO HONOR A HERO.
• Under the leadership of Juan Pablo Duarte, the moves to discharge frjaw Dominican Republ.
• If anything, it amplifies and honors it.

Summary: The Senate opened with the Pledge of Allegiance, a moment of silent reflection, approval of the prior journal, and several ceremonial introductions. Senator Mayer welcomed students and alumni from the New York Alliance for Early College Pathways, highlighting early college opportunities for high school students. Senator Zellner introduced members of the Buffalo Professional Firefighters Union Local 282 and honored fallen Buffalo firefighter Jayson Arno, with remarks praising firefighters’ service and sacrifice. The chamber then took up Senate Resolution 1489, commemorating the 182nd anniversary of Dominican Republic independence. Senator Sepúlveda presented the resolution and spoke about Dominican history, sovereignty, the Dominican diaspora in New York, and the role of Consul General Jesús Vásquez Martínez. Senators Jackson, Weber, Bailey, and others spoke in support, emphasizing the contributions of Dominican New Yorkers. The resolution was adopted and opened for co-sponsorship. The Senate next moved through the calendar, passing a series of bills on insurance, public health, education, social services, tax, penal law, and workers’ compensation. Several bills were approved by wide margins, including measures related to vaccination policy and education law; Senator Weik opposed the public health/vaccination bill, while Senator Mayer defended it as science-based. Senator Fernandez explained and secured passage of a workers’ compensation bill that would raise a pre-authorization threshold, clarify medical treatment guidelines, and restore access to out-of-network providers for injured workers. The only contentious item was Calendar 117, a bill amending the Executive Law related to climate resilience and the Office of Resilience. Senator Walczyk offered an amendment to repeal the statewide cap-and-invest program, but the chair ruled it nongermane; the Senate upheld that ruling on a 21-aye vote. Senators Harckham, Borrello, Krueger, Lanza, Martins, and Gianaris spoke at length on climate policy, energy costs, and the bill’s merits. The bill ultimately passed 51-9. The Senate then adjourned until Thursday, March 5 at 11:00 a.m.

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• Honor the Texas flag. We are the champions. We are the champions. for absent members.
• Members, today I rise to honor a special young woman. who left us far too soon.
• I'm honored to introduce her family, consists of her father Drew. Would you stand please?
• It is with deep sorrow. that I stand before you to honor that remarkable man, Mr.
• House Resolution 503 honoring the members of Kappa Alpha Psi fraternity.

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• Honorable Chair, Vice Chair, members of the committee. My name is Frank Kudo.
• they’re for misconduct or for administrative reasons, are now referred to as discharges.
• They had no objection if the committee wanted to change the word “discharge” to “termination.”
• They had no objection if the committee wanted to change the word “discharge” to “termination.”
• </c><02:10:20.280><c> from</c> the nature of their discharge from the nature of their discharge from

Committee: House Finance

Transcript Highlights:

• Today we honor him as uh he others.
• We honor their memories and class.
• Speaker, I rise today to honor the Mr.
• </c> affirming the value of discharge affirming the value of discharge petitions<03:55:53.760><c> uh<
• </c><04:08:53.199><c> to</c> time in office and it's an honor to time in office and it's an honor to

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• act in relation to requiring the Department of Corrections and Community Supervision to establish discharge
• plans and reentry services for wrongfully convicted individuals upon their discharge.
• Law in relation to requiring the Department of Corrections and Community Supervision to establish discharge
• plans and reentry services for wrongfully convicted individuals upon their discharge.

Committee: Senate Crime Victims, Crime And Correction

Summary: The Senate Standing Committee on Crime Victims, Crime and Correction, chaired by Senator Salazar, met with Senators Harckham, Murray, and Bailey present, and considered 10 bills related to correctional policy, reentry, victim services, and public health in facilities. Measures discussed included educational access for incarcerated individuals, a phone call before transfer, expanded substance abuse programming for non-English speakers, commissary/canteen issues, a reentry pilot program, SNAP screening before release, discharge planning for wrongfully convicted individuals, public water testing transparency in correctional facilities, evidentiary standards in disciplinary hearings, and notification to victims about the address confidentiality program. The committee also corrected the record on one bill title during the meeting, clarifying that S. 1645 was actually a human trafficking assistance priority bill. Members generally expressed support for the bills, with brief comments highlighting the importance of reentry services, public health, and victim protections. Senator Harckham spoke in support of the water testing bill, citing PFAS and other contaminants, and Senator Murray praised the address confidentiality program bill. Most bills were moved by motion and seconded without substantive debate. All bills were reported out of committee, with several specifically reported to Finance. Senator Murray cast negative votes on some measures, while the rest were approved by the committee.

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• Discharge their duties with honesty and ability.
• That the senate of the 89th Texas legislature hereby honor the most reverend Daniel Cardinal DiNardo
• It's an honor to welcome you, Judge, and the entire team from Tarrant.
• It's a tremendous honor to welcome the British delegation.
• Members, my honor and privilege to recognize and welcome. the residents of Athens, Texas.

Bills: SJR36 , SJR2 , SB4 , SR45 , SR47 , SR63 , SR66 , SR70 , SR85 , SCR14 , SB10 , SB11 , SB10 , SB11

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• HB 1833 by Van Dever relating to the honorably retired police officer serving as an armed security officer
• Elections HP 1969 by Collier relating to providing inmates with certain documents on release or discharge
• of Public Health HB 2095 by Martinez ruling to the prosecution, the criminal offenses of reckless discharge
• family for the inclusion of certain patient medical records and the healthcare provider duties when discharging

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• of the United States and the Constitution of the state of Minnesota, and that you will faithfully discharge
• </c> Minnesota and and that you will Minnesota and and that you will Faithfully<00:03:01.080><c> discharge
• the</c><00:03:02.239><c> duties</c><00:03:02.800><c> of</c><00:03:03.000><c> the</c> Faithfully discharge
• the duties of the Faithfully discharge the duties of the office<00:03:03.959><c> to</c><00:03:04.200

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• It's an honor to rise in support of this resolution, SCR 106.
• So he served with honor and distinction, received his honorable discharge, was able to go on to school
• We honor them as we honor all immigrants in this great state.
• We honor the past and all of their commitments.
• the State Senate honor their memory and its record.

Summary: The Senate convened with a quorum, opened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, approved the journals, and took up motions to remove several measures from the inactive file, including S.J.R. 9, SB 626, and SCR 89. The main item on the floor was SCR 106 by Senator Choi, which recognized January 13 as Korean American Day and highlighted the history and contributions of Korean Americans in California and nationwide. Senator Choi and many members spoke in support, citing Korean American business, civic, cultural, military, and community contributions, as well as local Korean American communities and landmarks across their districts. The resolution was adopted on a 38-0 vote. After passage, Senator Choi introduced Korean American guests in the chamber and invited members to a reception. The Senate then returned to motions and committee announcements, including upcoming meetings of the Senate Energy, Utilities and Communications Committee and the Senate Human Services Committee. Members also requested that SB 626 be returned to the Assembly for amendments. The remainder of the session was devoted to adjournment memorials. Senators Umberg, Allen, Pérez, and Menjivar honored Monica Lynn Martinez-Hays, victims of the Palisades and Eaton fires, and Sergeant Adrian Carrillo, respectively. The memorials recounted the lives and community service of the deceased and emphasized ongoing grief, recovery, and support for affected families and communities. The Senate announced it would recess until the next scheduled floor session on Friday, January 16 at 9 a.m.

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• So a municipality could say, um, we don't want to have rifles discharged in our municipality during the
• </c><00:06:31.000><c> uh</c> don't want to have rifles discharged uh don't want to have rifles discharged
• </c><00:08:49.880><c> from</c><00:08:50.040><c> the</c> from the point of discharge from the from the
• point of discharge from the muzzle<00:08:51.040><c> down</c><00:08:51.440><c> range</c><00:08:52.279
• of firearms our primary the discharge of firearms our primary issue<00:22:20.360><c> with</c><00:22:

Committee: Senate Environment, Climate, and Legacy

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• <00:02:55.360><c> debt</c> bill pertaining to uh coerced debt bill pertaining to uh coerced debt discharge
• <00:02:56.120><c> of</c><00:02:56.200><c> indebtedness</c> discharge of indebtedness discharge of indebtedness
• While we are not yet there in aligning all of our systems, this tax bill honors the funds needed through
• </c><00:40:39.480><c> the</c><00:40:39.600><c> funds</c> systems, this tax bill honors the funds systems
• , this tax bill honors the funds needed<00:40:40.240><c> through</c><00:40:40.480><c> the</c><00:40:40.600

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• When a patient's discharged, they alert the AI to them.
• they've been discharged from.
• </c><00:53:28.240><c> So</c><00:53:28.480><c> they're</c> they've been discharged from.
• So they're they've been discharged from.
• </c> institution that's just discharged them. institution that's just discharged them.

Summary: A presenter from Fast Health Corporation described a proposed Kentucky Health Command System tied to Senate Bill 175, which would create a state-sanctioned AI platform for rural hospitals and telehealth. The company said the system would help rural residents get health information remotely, triage minor issues, and escalate more serious cases to Kentucky providers, with use cases including blood pressure, diabetes, maternity care, smoking cessation, and other preventive-care topics. The presenter argued the system would help rural hospitals compete with out-of-state telehealth companies and keep patients connected to local care. The presentation also emphasized a commercial model the sponsor said would generate new revenue through ads and branded interactions, with the bill reportedly directing 80% of that revenue to rural hospitals and 20% to the state to maintain the system. The presenter said the technology would augment, not replace, doctors and nurses, and claimed it could improve access and convenience in underserved areas. Committee members raised concerns about liability, whether the AI could provide medical advice, and whether there was evidence it had reduced emergency room visits; the presenter said the system could not give medical advice and acknowledged the technology is still very new. The sponsor of the bill said the goal was to help transform rural health care, reduce unnecessary ER use, and capture revenue that would otherwise go to commercial search engines and out-of-state companies. No vote or final action was taken during the portion of the meeting provided, and the discussion ended with questions about branding, loyalty, and the legal limits of the AI system.

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• There is a subtraction for discharged coerced debt.
• There is a subtraction for discharged coerced debt.
• Section seven is an income tax subtraction for discharged coerced debt, and this is from Senate File
• Section seven is an income tax subtraction for discharged coerced debt, and this is from Senate File
• <00:38:25.520><c> dis</c><00:38:25.800><c> excuse</c><00:38:26.079><c> me</c> That the amount of discharge

Committee: Senate Taxes