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• A learning environment that allows us to critically examine the world we live in and learn from perspectives
• That distracts schools from teaching and learning.
• Habib, gave me to learn and grow with support and encouragement.
• I still learn from the teachers who coach alongside me. Thank you.
• It kept him from learning and being comfortable at school.

Bills: SB12, SB226, SB413, SB1049, SB1191, SB2398, SB571, SB2920, SB 12

Keywords: parental rights, education, social transitioning, diversity, equity, inclusion, school policy, student clubs, residency, public schools, child safety placement, enrollment, education code, school boards, transparency, public meetings, attendance, recording, released time, religious instruction

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• between 21 and 22 2021 and 2022 to learn between 21 and 22 2021 and 2022 to learn about<00:12:52.639
• Would you say it's fair to say we haven't learned our lesson from Red Hill?
• <00:39:19.839> uh come one thing I learned uh come one thing I learned uh representative<00
• also specifies that no no more material also specifies that no no more material will<01:02:18.760
• This material, SP, it's been tested, so this wasn't made from our own ash.

Keywords: 912, senate, all

Summary: The informational briefing focused on the City and County of Honolulu’s effort to site a replacement landfill for Oahu before Waimanalo Gulch landfill closes in 2028. Department of Environmental Services officials outlined the solid waste system, including curbside collection, convenience centers, transfer stations, H-POWER, and the existing landfill, and explained that H-POWER reduces the volume of waste going to the landfill by about 90%. They reviewed the siting history, including the 2019 Land Use Commission deadline, the 2020 enactment of Act 73 with landfill setback and conservation-district restrictions, and the 2021-2022 landfill advisory committee that evaluated six sites but recommended none because they were within the Board of Water Supply’s no-pass zone. The city said it ultimately selected a site in central Oahu, on agricultural land near Wahiawa and the Dole Plantation, as the best legally permissible option and described it as requiring about 150 acres, with 90 acres for the landfill itself. City officials also described the proposed landfill design and safeguards, emphasizing a modern sanitary landfill with double liners, leachate collection, groundwater monitoring wells, and post-closure monitoring. They said the ash from H-POWER is dry and that leachate would be pumped to a wastewater treatment plant. They stated the site is away from residences and groundwater wells, accessible by highway, and can be permitted under state and federal rules, though they acknowledged that a full environmental review, public hearings, and multiple permits would still be required. When asked whether the new landfill could be operating before the 2028 closure date, the city said it did not yet know and that an extension of Waimanalo Gulch might be needed if the new site is not ready in time. The Board of Water Supply strongly opposed the city’s decision to site a landfill above Oahu’s freshwater resources. Its representative said the agency’s mission is to protect safe, dependable water for the future and that it had disapproved all six previously proposed sites because they were located over freshwater aquifers. In response to questions from legislators, the Board said it could not guarantee the liner system would remain impermeable forever and warned that leachate can contain hazardous chemicals, including so-called forever chemicals. The Board characterized the proposal as a long-term risk to the island’s drinking water supply and compared the decision to past infrastructure choices that later proved problematic. No votes or formal actions were taken during the briefing.

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• with the professional learning with the professional learning requirements<00:14:33.560> are<
• <00:40:37.599> we what's Best in teaching and learning we what's Best in teaching and learning
• rising costs of the curriculum materials rising costs of the curriculum materials that<01:14:50.920
• autonomy to select curricular material autonomy to select curricular material and<01:20:11.239><
• technology use with a focus on learning technology use with a focus on learning in<01:47:32.080>

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• So materials were made available in Hmong, Somali, and Spanish.
• were made available English so materials were made available uh<00:05:17.520> in<00:05:17.720
• They received materials from the office to support events at their schools.
• post-conference learning post-conference learning modules<00:30:10.399> in<00:30:10.559><
• the county could review the materials the county could review the materials that<00:42:33.400>

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• board of governors, I've approached this responsibility with humility and a commitment to listen, learn
• I learned from the best. I look forward to hearing from you guys. Thank you.
• We want to make it easier for students if we give them credit for prior learning through work in the
• It should be a form of information, letting us know where students are, what they've learned and not
• learned, so that we can literally place them in a classroom where they will have both the support and

Keywords: 987, senate, all

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• the posters and those kinds of materials the posters and those kinds of materials done<01:07:37.039
• So you said that posters or materials are being developed.
• Are those materials completed and ready to go to employers?
• So does the department have materials ready, or are those still in development?
• Chair, Representative, the materials, those types of materials, are still in development.

Keywords: 1183, house

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• <00:26:46.960> all attending hearings and learning all attending hearings and learning all
• <00:33:42.720> relevant learning to make the learning relevant learning to make the learning
• success, and lifelong learning. success, and lifelong learning.
• learning and data-driven instruction. learning and data-driven instruction.
• So, for those reasons, illicit material.

Bills: HR204, SB2925, SB2798, SB2320, SB2800, SB1230, SB2706, SB3233, SB2405, SB3320, SB2543, SB3097, SB3096, SB3140, SB2593, SB2567, SB2466, SB2140, SB2088, SB3090, SB608, SB2795, SB3294, SB3263, SB3001, SB2907, SB3251, SB2074, SB2360, SB2354, SB2908, SB2353, SB3045, SB2047, SB3254, SB3246, SB3133, SB2425, SB2671, SB3229, SB2969, SB1166, SB896, SB2391, SB2125, SB3118, SB3325, SB2613, SB2614, SB494, SB2376, SB3326, SB2001, SB2599, SB3048, SB3169, SB2002, SB3247, SB3253, SB2155, SB2192, SB3187, SB2190, SB2398, SB2424, SB3028, SB2338, SB3219, SB2981, HCR14

Keywords: H.R. 204, House Resolution, Hawaii LifeSmarts, LifeSmarts State Competition, student competition, academic recognition, congratulatory resolution, Iolani School, Kalani High School, Waipahu High School, personal finance, consumer rights, health and safety, technology education, environmental education, National Consumers League, Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs, Hawaii Credit Union League, youth achievement, high school teams

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• would require manufacturers to make available on fair and reasonable terms the documents, parts, materials
• E-waste contains toxic materials.
• Even more impactful than AI and machine learning, quantum computing is the next frontier.
• You might be surprised to learn that we have been working with the utilities that are affected by this
• This bill presents a material change in the regulatory process for utilities, but it's coming at the

Bills: HB106, HB144, HB145, HB252, HB1732, HB2221, HB2467, HB2468, HB2517, HB2518, HB2963, HB3016, HB3689, HB3960, HB4386, HB4490, HB4751, HB5247, HJR175, HB2213, HB106, HB144, HB145, HB252

Keywords: HB 106, oil and gas, Railroad Commission of Texas, overhead electrical lines, electrical distribution system, power line maintenance, administrative penalty, Natural Resources Code, oil and gas lease, well operator, energy safety, utility infrastructure, regulatory compliance, cleanup fund, oil and gas regulation and cleanup fund, production safety, leasehold operations, electric utility, distribution poles, inspection

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• And so we're owning teaching and learning.
• You know, first it might be, well, I want to learn how to read fast.
• Some are learning programs. Some are doing high-impact tutoring now.
• Some are learning programs. Some are doing high impact tutoring now.
• So the grant program is designed to enhance student learning outcomes by fostering learning, excuse me

Keywords: 1204, all

Summary: The Senate and House Education Committee approved the March 9 and 10 minutes and then heard a presentation on the Arkansas Excellence in Teaching Fellowship Program from Department of Education staff and three third-grade teachers from Cabot, Poyen, and Drew Central. The teachers described the year-long fellowship for high-performing merit pay recipients, saying it provided collaboration with educators across the state, shared resources, and ideas they brought back to their districts. Members asked about the teachers’ experience levels, how they shared information locally, and whether the program should be expanded to more teachers and districts. A major focus of the discussion was third-grade reading, the new ATLAS testing system, and the state’s third-grade retention law. The teachers said they do not teach to the test, but use standards, data, interventions, small groups, and relationships to help students grow. They described progress monitoring throughout the year, early screening in K-2, and interventions such as before-school tutoring, RTI meetings, and co-teaching. One teacher reported that six students in a small group improved 10 to 15 points on ATLAS, and another said a student who started the year reading four words per minute improved significantly with targeted support. Secretary Jacob Oliva said the state is trying to create clarity and alignment through Arkansas Learns, science-of-reading support, literacy coaches, and faster test-result turnaround, with student scores now available within about 24 hours and district-level results expected later in the summer. Members also asked about student poverty, trauma, ACEs, DHS involvement, social workers, community supports, and the role of counselors. The teachers emphasized that relationship-building is essential, especially for students facing unstable home situations, and described local supports such as backpack food programs, church donations, fire department incentives, and family assistance. Oliva said the fellowship was intentionally small in its first year because it targeted top-tier merit pay recipients, but he expects participation to grow. He also said merit pay and fellowship eligibility spans many grade levels and subjects, including kindergarten and hard-to-staff areas, and that D and F schools receive state literacy coaches. No additional committee votes or formal actions were taken beyond approving the minutes.

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• Actually, I learned a lot through this process, too.
• It's subject to creating more material.
• On average, 53% of the material collected was paint.
• They take it directly to material.
• we've had right, you know, we've learned we've had right, you know, we've learned a<01:46:48.880

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• Those clam bags cost about $10 in material per bag. We lost about $6,000.
• Those clam bags cost about $10 in material per bag.
• Thank you for, I'm learning a lot about Clam-a-Lot. Chair.
• Thank you for, I'm learning a lot about Clam-a-Lot. So this is really great.
• We had award-winning chefs coming down to Spring Creek to learn about our oysters.

Summary: The Senate Committee on Agriculture met with a quorum present and heard three presentations focused on Florida aquaculture, agricultural nutrient reduction, and land preservation. First, clam farmer Tim Solano of Cedar Key described the economic and environmental importance of the state’s clam industry, noting Florida’s strong national production, the industry’s recovery role after the net ban, and the severe damage caused by recent hurricanes and red tide. He said the Dislocated Workers program helped farmers return to work and asked that existing state programs be written more broadly to include aquaculture. Oyster producer Canaan Greg of Pelican Oyster Company then discussed the growth of off-bottom oyster farming, the losses his industry suffered from Hurricane Michael and the pandemic, and the need for better access to recovery loans, student internships, local seed production, and waterfront protection. Members asked questions about leases, production, predators, and storm resilience, and the presenters emphasized that aquaculture is a sustainable, year-round industry that filters water and supports local economies. The committee next heard from UF/IFAS regional extension agent Dr. Bob Hockmouth on education, research, and extension efforts to reduce nitrogen in the Suwannee Valley Basin Management Action Plan area. He explained that the region’s agricultural load reduction target has increased from about 4.2 million to 5.8 million pounds of nitrogen, and that extension programs are helping farmers adopt practices such as precision fertilizer placement, soil moisture sensors, controlled-release fertilizer, petiole sap testing, and irrigation automation. He highlighted corn and watermelon as major examples, saying on-farm demonstrations and cost-share programs are essential because the equipment and technology are expensive. He reported substantial reductions from participating farms and said growers are generally cooperative when funding is available. Finally, the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services presented an update on the Rural and Family Lands Protection Program. The program acquires development rights through voluntary conservation easements to keep working agricultural lands in production, protect water resources and wildlife habitat, and preserve taxable land without transferring ownership. The presenter said the program has expanded rapidly in the last two years, with more acreage acquired, faster application review, and more properties in the Florida wildlife corridor. He noted new online application and monitoring tools, a shortened review timeline, and stronger partnerships with federal and defense-related programs. Committee members asked about long-term maintenance responsibilities and the Board of Trustees approval process, and the presentation closed with support for continued funding and efficiency improvements before the committee adjourned without objection.

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• And then, as they're learning numbers, they learn instead of an abstract question like what's two plus
• Still excited about learning, still learning biology and a little bit about business, math, commerce,
• I didn't become a farmer, but I learned a lot about a farm.
• I also attended the Colorado River Forum, and I learned a lot.
• To take what we have learned yesterday from New Mexico Tech.

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• SB 1056 would extend the proven statutory framework already applied to child sexual abuse material to
• This bill applies that same principle to equally sensitive material involving adult survivors.
• Yet just last year, we learned that he was representing himself during the state case, Yet just last
• Why can a person who has multiple DUIs learn that fleeing the scene is more beneficial to them?
• Why can a person who has multiple DUIs learn that fleeing the scene is more beneficial to them?

Summary: The committee heard several bills, though no final votes were taken because a quorum had not yet been established. SB 493 by Senator Becker would add war or armed conflict to California’s price-gouging emergency triggers, with the author and supporters arguing it would protect consumers from gas-price spikes tied to international conflict. Opponents, including business and housing groups, warned the bill could over-trigger emergency powers and create broad, ongoing price controls. The chair indicated support for an aye-as-amended recommendation once quorum was reached. SB 1056 by Senator Grayson would require protective orders for disclosure of sexually explicit material involving adult victims in specified criminal cases. Denise Huskins-Quinn and Aaron Quinn testified in support, describing how sensitive evidence in their case was copied and handled without adequate safeguards; supporters said the bill would extend privacy protections similar to those already used for child sexual abuse material. Criminal defense attorneys supported the goal but raised concerns about notice procedures and how the bill would apply when material is in the public domain. The chair said the bill filled a gap in existing law and would receive an aye recommendation. SB 1208 by Senator Grayson would let law enforcement seize and return crypto assets used in scams and fraud to victims. The Attorney General’s office and law enforcement groups supported the bill as a tool to recover losses from transnational crypto fraud, while the ACLU and public defenders argued it lowered the burden of proof, raised constitutional concerns, and could be misused against unbanked or low-level defendants. The chair nevertheless said the bill aligned with existing law for stolen property and would be recommended aye. SB 874 by Senator Weber-Pearson would strengthen oversight of Medi-Cal behavioral health treatment services, including requiring background checks for employees of providers and convening a stakeholder workgroup; it drew support from the California Association for Behavior Analysis and no opposition was heard. Later, SB 1266 by Senator Stern would change how the value of stolen copper and related infrastructure damage is calculated, aiming to address copper theft and its costs to cities and utilities. Supporters said the bill would better capture the real harm from thefts that disrupt streetlights, telecom, and emergency services, while opponents argued it would inflate charges, turn many misdemeanors into felonies, and increase court and incarceration costs. The author said he would continue discussions and accept the amendments. Senator Cervantes presented SB 1379, which would separate the Riverside County sheriff and coroner offices and create an independent medical examiner; supporters cited in-custody death concerns and conflicts of interest, while opponents said the problem was not unique to Riverside and that the bill would override local control. Cervantes also presented SB 1418 to extend ballot-custody protections to other election records and equipment after a Riverside County ballot seizure, with support from the Attorney General’s office. Finally, Senator Blakespear began presenting SB 936 on nitrous oxide misuse, describing public health, impaired-driving, and disposal concerns, but the transcript cuts off before the bill’s testimony concluded.

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• I haven't seen any material. Oh, here's a CD1. But yeah, we're going to for your perusal.
• I haven't seen any material.<00:16:56.880> Are<00:16:57.120> you<00:16:57.440> Oh,
• material. Are you Oh, here here's a CD1. material. Are you Oh, here here's a CD1.
• We had an imminent change in leadership on this committee, which we just learned about five minutes ago
• <00:19:15.039> about committee which we just learned about committee which we just learned

Keywords: 912, senate, all

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• > on that have some reflective material on that have some reflective material on them<00:05:35.000
• that would be switched out and so the materials would be used as reflective materials.
• <00:09:54.760> um this but it would be the materials um this but it would be the materials
• materials so you're uh as reflective materials so you're totally<00:10:01.959> right<00:10:02.200
• > are being made with reflective materials are being made with reflective materials for<00:10:37.560>

Keywords: 1183, house

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• I learned just a couple of years ago that the border between El Paso and Sunland Park is not the Rio
• I look forward to your leadership on that and learning from you guys.
• We have about 840,000 square feet tied to Foxconn with components and raw materials.
• His role is to ensure that our shipments involving hazardous materials are operating safely, that they
• This training deals with hazardous materials.

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• And what I learned.
• When my son and my daughter-in-law got together as I got to learn about, uh, Molly Allen, which I didn't
• And these administrators and students have been here learning about the legislative process, touring
• The review of library materials included in public school libraries are providing a civil penalty for
• HB 3696 by WE relates to the provisions by railroad companies of the hazardous material. in trainings

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• And while most of us relocate every two to three years and learn better ways of doing it every time we
• We learned some lessons in that one. We next took the assessment to CENTCOM.
• And Transcom models show that the fight to get into the fight means that getting critical materials to
• Can you give me a sense of kind of lessons learned?
• A tremendous amount that we learned there in terms of how to just adapt, period.

Keywords: Transcom, logistics, military readiness, air refueling, KC-135, KC-46, strategic infrastructure, geopolitical threats, Alaska

Summary: During this meeting, the committee hosted an extensive discussion on the operations and logistical challenges facing the U.S. Transportation Command (Transcom). General Reid provided testimony on key areas including the importance of maintaining robust logistical capabilities in contested environments, particularly in relation to geopolitical threats posed by adversarial nations. Various members emphasized the necessity for modernization of the air refueling fleet, addressing issues such as the readiness of the KC-135 and the procurement of the next-generation KC-46 aircraft, which has experienced delays and technical challenges. The dialogue further extended to the strategic importance of U.S. ports and transportation infrastructure, especially in regions like Alaska which play a crucial role in military logistics and power projection.

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• We can learn about the environment.
• The total cost will exceed the 25 million dollars cited in the materials.
• at no cost for household hazardous waste materials.
• us to manage that material.
• The new pipe will be made of a modern corrosion-resistant material.

Bills: HF474, HF218, HF210, HF441, HF691, HF720, HF1068, HF1314, HF1465, HF1860, HF2046, HF1389, HF2404, HF2854, HF2985, HF3128, HF3103, HF778, HF3125

Keywords: HF474, Hubert H. Humphrey, Henry Mower Rice, Statuary Hall, United States Capitol, statue replacement, capital investment, general fund appropriation, Minnesota State Capitol, Minnesota State Historical Society, public art, commemorative statue, National Statuary Hall Collection, commissioner of administration, cultural heritage, monument, Washington D.C., HF218, Minnesota, Department of Public Safety

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• <00:59:37.520> increase learned of the substantial increase learned of the substantial increase
• ,<02:41:45.040> but threatens not only student learning, but threatens not only student learning
• The what their children are learning.
• ,<02:43:25.760> salary development materials, salary development materials, salary information
• > accept<02:49:26.560> the institutions of learning accept the institutions of learning

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, 1012, house, all