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• networks, ensuring that patients receive timely and appropriate treatment.
• The disclosure must indicate the services will be provided by the referral entity on an out-of-network
• House Bill 1101, a bill to be entitled an act relating to out-of-network providers.
• I'm going by memory here.
• I'm going by memory here.

Summary: The Florida Senate opened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and several recognitions, including interns, Denim Day awareness for sexual assault survivors, a resolution honoring Vietnam veterans exposed to Agent Orange, and a memorial proclamation for former Senator Karen Johnson Gendron. The chamber then moved to special-order bills, with senators also briefly discussing the session’s pace and thanking staff and colleagues for their work. The first major bill, on driving and boating offenses, was amended and passed 37-0. As amended, it increases penalties for repeat DUI/BUI manslaughter and vehicular homicide/vessel homicide offenses, and adds notice requirements and misdemeanor penalties for refusing lawful breath or urine tests. Senators also passed SB 306 on Medicaid providers 37-0, requiring Medicaid managed care plans to offer more after-hours and holiday access and ensuring more primary care appointment availability outside regular business hours. The Senate then passed a major condominium and cooperative associations bill, also 37-0, after extensive debate and multiple amendments. The measure extends deadlines for structural integrity reserve studies, adds flexibility for reserve funding and budgeting, tightens rules for managers and inspectors, limits certain requirements to buildings of three or more habitable stories, and extends the rescission period for condo purchases. Senators from both parties praised the bill’s sponsors for years of work responding to post-Surfside safety and affordability concerns. The longest and most contentious item was SB 7016/HB 1205 on constitutional amendment petition procedures. Sponsors said the bill responds to fraud and abuse in the citizen initiative process by tightening circulator rules, requiring faster submission of signed petitions, adding voter notification, increasing penalties, and shifting costs to sponsors. Opponents argued it would burden volunteers and make it harder for citizens to qualify initiatives. The chamber adopted a series of amendments, including changes to the petition-circulator threshold, volunteer protections, submission timing, invalid-signature investigation thresholds, and notice/cure provisions, while debate continued over whether the overall package would protect election integrity or suppress citizen-led amendments.

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• all you to know how very grateful we are to have the institution of the Louisiana House hold the memory
• SCR 59 by Senator Barrow: to memorialize Congress of the United States to re-evaluate and redraw flood
• SCR 70 by Senator Cloud: to memorialize Congress and the administration of the United States to take
• House Bill 129 by Representative Walters designates a portion of certain highways as Memorial Highways
• H.R. 237, by Representative Owen, memorialize Congress and act the provision of the National Defense

Bills: HR320, HR321, SCR55, SCR69, SCR75, SCR77, SCR78, SCR79, SB259, SB295, SB312, SB348, SB444, SB485, HR73, HR118, HR144, HR196, HR237, HR249, HR260, HR267, HR272, HR278, HCR85, HCR100, HCR105, HCR107, HCR114, HR245, SCR5, SCR29, SCR33, SCR37, SCR63, SCR30, SCR40, HB62, HB193, HB210, HB220, HB246, HB364, HB420, HB475, HB584, HB622, HB772, HB784, HB949, HB953, HB1043, HB1070, HB1092, HB1134, HB1162, HB1176, HB1196, HB1214, HB119, HB129, HB233, HB283, HB538, HB789, HB850, HB870, HB1236, HB1241, HB54, HB137, HB321, HB368, HB386, HB414, HB431, HB552, HB555, HB578, HB590, HB593, HB618, HB638, HB670, HB692, HB707, HB708, HB715, HB718, HB732, HB741, HB748, HB776, HB796, HB807, HB822, HB848, HB856, HB887, HB888, HB917, HB921, HB1082, HB1243, HB1246, HB378, HB509, HB1090, HB1259, SB80, SB131, SB143, SB251, SB254, SB279, SB367, SB384, SB388, SB389, SB398, SB408, SB431, SB468, SB469, SB496, SB4, SB52, SB57, SB83, SB145, SB152, SB194, SB276, SB319, SB333, SB448, SB450, SB465, SB484, SB501, SB509, SB149, HR168, HB463, HB998, SB123, SB353, SB479, SB495, SB82, SB97, SB283, SB326, SB518, SB197, SB268, HB901, HR20, HR74, HCR65, HCR71, HCR98, HB284, HB306, HB341, HB366, HB393, HB458, HB577, HB603, HB605, HB614, HB625, HB646, HB733, HB752, HB773, HB798, HB911, HB955, HB996, HB1035, HB1069, HB1113, HB1140, HB1180, HB1191, HB1240, HB1255, SB89, HB74, HB134, HB258, HB359, HB468, HB956, HB1117, SB29, SB42, SB43, SB78, SB208, SB217, SB274, SB300, SB341, SB379, SB382, SB387, SB401, SB441, SB449, SB487

Keywords: Arsenal, Arsenal F.C., Premier League, English football, soccer, football club, Mikel Arteta, Emirates Stadium, North London, Tottenham Hotspur, Gunners, sports resolution, commendation, celebration, championship, silverware, Louisiana House Resolution, ceremonial resolution, domestic violence, forensic medical examinations

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• The beauty of this student organization is that our students now have the networking ability across the
• The more our students network with growing and flourishing businesses, the greater the likelihood that
• People oftentimes get their relationships and their network from work.
• And so... ...oftentimes their relationships and their network from work.
• mention before I let Senator Boyd speak: Saturday is the Autism Walk here in Little Rock at War Memorial

Summary: The committee heard presentations on three Arkansas programs serving students and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities. University of Arkansas representatives described the Empower Program, a non-degree, four-year inclusive postsecondary program for young adults with mild intellectual disabilities, and the Autism Support Program, which provides intensive academic, peer, and career coaching for degree-seeking students with autism. They explained the programs’ person-centered planning, residential and employment supports, fee structure of $5,000 per semester for each program, and scholarship/fundraising efforts to offset costs. Members asked about dorm arrangements, mentoring, individualized plans, and how students move in and out of support services, and the presenters emphasized independence, integrated campus life, and transition planning. Pulaski Technical College staff then presented the 3D program, a three-year transition program in culinary, baking, and hospitality for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities. They outlined integrated classes, internships, job placement outcomes, and data showing strong completion and employment retention rates. Questions focused on how success is measured, tuition and financial aid, and the challenge of securing community partners for practicum and employment sites. The presenters said the program uses rubrics that include technical and professional skills, charges $5,700 per semester, and is pursuing accreditation through the Inclusive Higher Education Accreditation Council. The final presentation was from SLS Community, a Fayetteville nonprofit serving neurodivergent adults through residential supports, supported employment, and community initiatives. Leaders described their vision for a future mixed-use “live-work-play” development at Cato Springs, current residential and vocational services, and community events such as a 5K and a neurodiversity health care conference. Family members testified about the need for adult services, trained direct support professionals, and better reimbursement and behavioral health supports after age 21. No formal votes were taken beyond approving the prior meeting minutes, and members also announced upcoming autism-related events and requested future discussion on task force appointments and ABA-related issues.

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• The beauty of this student organization is that our students now have the networking ability across the
• The more our students network with growing and flourishing businesses, the greater the likelihood that
• People oftentimes get their relationships and their network from work.
• . ...appropriate, depending on the company, and then kind of bringing them into a business network that
• mention before I let Senator Boyd speak: Saturday is the Autism Walk here in Little Rock at War Memorial

Summary: The meeting opened with routine business, including approval of the January 13, 2026 minutes, and a brief recognition of Autism Awareness Month. The task force then heard a presentation from the University of Arkansas College of Education and Health Professions on two student support programs: the Empower Program for non-degree-seeking students ages 18–24 with mild intellectual disabilities, and the Autism Support Program for degree-seeking students with autism. Speakers described academic coaching, peer and career coaching, residential supports, person-centered planning, internships, and scholarship/fee structures, noting that both programs charge a $5,000 per-semester fee and rely on scholarships and fundraising to offset costs. Members asked about dorm arrangements, individualized plans, and how students transition in and out of supports; presenters explained that Empower students remain in the program throughout, while Autism Support Program students may enter or leave services as needed. The committee next heard from Pulaski Technical College’s 3D program, a three-year transition and post-secondary program for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities focused on culinary, baking, and hospitality training. Presenters outlined integrated classes with traditional students, faded support over time, internships, and outcomes such as 97 students enrolled since the program began, 57 graduates, strong completion rates, and many graduates obtaining and retaining jobs in the food service industry. Members asked about how success is measured, why rates are not 100 percent, the role of integrated classes, tuition, and community partnerships; staff explained that grading includes technical and professional skills, tuition is $5,700 per semester, and scholarships such as GETS and FAFSA help reduce costs. They also noted plans to expand offerings and pursue accreditation through the Inclusive Higher Education Accreditation Council. Finally, the task force received a presentation from SLS Community, a Fayetteville nonprofit serving neurodivergent adults through residential supports, supported employment, community activities, and advocacy. Leaders described a long-term vision tied to the Cato Springs mixed-use development, where housing, jobs, clinical services, and community amenities would be integrated in a “live, work, play” model. They discussed a residential program, a new vocational program called Program Forge, community events, and the challenges of the “services cliff” after age 21, especially for adults with complex support needs. Members and parents spoke about the importance of trained direct support professionals, ABA-based supports, and the need for better funding and service models for adults. The meeting ended with announcements about upcoming autism-related events and a request for future discussion on task force appointments and broader issues around ABA oversight and misuse.

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• So New Mexico's transportation network is truly the backbone of the state.
• New Mexico must invest in its transportation network to keep the state's economy moving in the right
• nearly 35,000 full-time jobs in New Mexico are completely dependent on the state's transportation network
• Increasing investment in New Mexico's network of roads and bridges and transit is vital to boosting the
• But this is a state that's, in recent memory, had $3 billion surpluses annually.

Keywords: 996, all

Summary: The committee first heard TRIP’s annual New Mexico transportation report from Carolyn Boniface Kelly, which described deteriorating roads and bridges, congestion, safety concerns, and a large transportation funding gap. The report said more than half of major roads statewide are in poor or mediocre condition, over 170 bridges are rated poor, congestion costs drivers significant time and money, and traffic crashes and road conditions impose billions in annual costs. Members broadly agreed the report underscored the need for more stable transportation funding, with several noting the state’s recurring underinvestment and the safety risks to motorists, pedestrians, and bicyclists. The committee then took up Senate Bill 2, a transportation bonding and revenue package. Senator Gonzales and Governor’s office and NMDOT representatives said the bill would authorize about $1.5 billion in additional bond debt for ready-to-go highway projects, while also increasing certain motor vehicle excise, registration, weight-distance, and EV-related fees to help support debt service and transportation funding. Supporters, including contractors, the Greater Albuquerque Chamber, the Department of Finance and Administration, and transportation officials, argued the bill would improve safety, economic development, project delivery, and funding stability, and help preserve federal dollars. Opponents, including the Rio Grande Foundation and some committee members, objected to the tax and fee increases, argued the state should use existing surpluses or other funds instead, and raised concerns about impacts on families, businesses, and local governments. Committee members questioned how projects would be selected, how the new fees were calculated, how EV surcharges would work, and whether local government distributions would be affected. NMDOT said the projects would be reported to the legislature annually, selected using crash data, asset management, and project readiness, but bond approval would remain with the State Transportation Commission. After debate, Representative Romero moved do pass on SB 2 as amended, Representative Hochman-Vigil seconded, and the committee approved the bill 7-2, with Representatives Brown and Dow voting no and several members expressing reservations despite supporting the need for transportation investment.

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• Comparison, roughly 266 miles of Austin, you can find nearly every law school in Texas. dense network
• And just two weeks ago, I got back from doing a couple hundred memorials, driving 8,000 miles. miles.
• Texas Network of Youth Services. The Emerging Leaders Board. As well as yourself? Yes.
• Oh, Dewey Marshall, Texas Network of Youth Services and myself for the bill. Great. Thank you.
• My name is La Brea Owens, and I'm current a part of the Texas Emerging Leaders Board with Texas Network

Bills: HB232

Keywords: disaster recovery, natural disaster, weather disaster, emergency relief, flood relief, hurricane relief, storm damage, wildfire, tornado, hail, windstorm, extreme heat, ice storm, snowstorm, property damage, personal injury, temporary housing, relocation assistance, lost wages, state emergency management

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• Comparison, roughly 266 miles of Austin, you can find nearly every law school in Texas. dense network
• And just two weeks ago, I got back from doing a couple hundred memorials, driving 8,000 miles. miles.
• Texas Network of Youth Services. The Emerging Leaders Board. As well as yourself? Yes.
• Dewey Marshall, Texas Network of Youth Services, and myself. great thank you ma'am Becca Coggins and
• We're a statewide member network of organizations. that serve youth involved in foster care, homelessness

Bills: HB1784, HB2088, HB3062, HB3475, HB3741, HB4279, HB4763, HB5154, HB5294, HB5508, SB1401, HB232, HB232

Keywords: students, homeless, foster care, higher education, liaison officer, housing assistance, transition support, law school, Rio Grande Valley, legal education, public university, accreditation, fentanyl prevention, drug poisoning awareness, mental health resources, substance abuse education, El Paso, university system, funding, public education

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• To speak on an enjoyment in memory today. Without objection, such shall be the order.
• It achieves this through rigorous academics, leadership training, mentorship, networking and more.
• We're now moving on to adjournments in memory. The quorum call is lifted.
• respectful attention to those who were granted prior permission to speak on their adjournment in memory
• All requests to adjourn in memory will be deemed read and printed in the journal.

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• and the doctors, the primaries, which are only in that network.
• .<00:29:01.120> It's network.
• It's network.
• that I'm my memory original memory was that I'm my memory original memory was that my<01:30:56.239
• I thought refresh the memory of people.

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• This is a tough one there. >> This memorial urges United States Congress to establish the framework for
• That is Memorial. Mister Chair, thank you for any questions of the sponsor.
• Is there debate on the on the memorial seeing no debate. >> Senator Gruters, you're recognized to close
• on the memorial.
• But that's the memorial. I appreciate you, Buddy support. Thank you. Thank you.

Keywords: 999, senate, all

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• about how to care for patients with foot and ankle pathology at UT Southwestern and at Parkland Memorial
• This bill allows Memorial Hermann Nacogdoches, St.
• David's, John Peter Smith, Memorial Hermann Nacogdoches Houston, and UT San Antonio.
• Medical Center, Texas Children's Hospital, Texas Medical Center, Dell Children's Medical Center, Memorial
• This is an important and urgent step forward in creating a network of care that will address the complex

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

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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• I, you know, we had a couple of Senate memorials yesterday where I brought this up.
• My name is Dana Gray, Executive Director of Desert State's Physical Therapy Network.
• The network is comprised of 30 independent private practices throughout the state.
• And while there are 126 providers working for network clinics, only 10 are occupational therapists.
• My name is Dana Gray, Executive Director of Desert State's Physical Therapy Network, representing 30

Keywords: 996, all

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• <00:21:56.400> As<00:21:56.559> a Lawrence Smith Memorial Airport.
• As a Lawrence Smith Memorial Airport.
• May God bless her memory. Thank you, Mr. Speaker, and I yield back.
• <06:32:16.958> For we all know, roads are networks. For we all know, roads are networks.
• prosecute a small dollar donor network prosecute a small dollar donor network for Democrats<08:59

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, 1012, house, all

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• And so that's one of the reasons we have the network that we do, because Minnesotans want to go visit
• We have the fourth largest road network in the country. largest road network in the country.
• Why do we have the fourth largest road network in the country? Because Minnesota doesn't just...
• And user fees, sure, they don't cover the entire cost of our road network.
• This road network where we're saying we should travel less... it's that is a... Vision.

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• Uh, my memory, I think we spent $35 million with Milliman on that report.
• Uh, my memory, I think we spent $35 million with Milliman on that report.
• provider participation, network provider participation, network adequacy,<00:55:58.640> and
• improve provider participation, network improve provider participation, network adequacy,<00:58:
• network adequacy, and reimbursement. network adequacy, and reimbursement. >> Yes.

Keywords: 958, all

Summary: The Medicaid Oversight and Advisory Board met on January 12, 2026, to approve the December 10, 2025 minutes and continue finalizing its findings and recommendations. Members reviewed findings on administrative inefficiencies, Medicaid and workforce participation under HR 1, Medicaid budget growth, rural health transformation fund development, and provider tax/state-directed payment changes. The board approved a motion to change “pilot” to “partnership” in the workforce-related recommendation, and also adopted a technical amendment clarifying overlapping HCBS services by removing reference to adult daycare waiver services and revising the language to focus on reducing duplication, simplifying provider contracting, and standardizing processes across programs. A separate technical correction was noted to change “DMS” to “DPH” in the rural health transformation finding, to be handled in the final edits. Several findings drew discussion but no final substantive vote during the meeting. On the rural health transformation fund, Dr. Berg said Kentucky had done well in federal funding and noted limits on what could be shared publicly, while Commissioner Lee said a public website had been created and recommended the department reference be changed to the Department for Public Health. Finding five prompted extended discussion about provider taxes, state-directed payment reductions under HR 1, and whether the board should address the relationship between actuarial studies, MCO payments, and actual provider reimbursement more directly. Senator Meredith and others argued for a broader, more transparent baseline review of rates across provider groups, while Commissioner Lee said CMS will require certain fee schedule comparisons to Medicare beginning July 1, 2026, and that quarterly expenditure reports already go to LRC. The board did not finish resolving finding five during the meeting and agreed to return to it after staff prepared more explicit language. Members also discussed the possibility of an all-payers claims database as a better way to understand what is being paid across payers and services. No final vote on the full findings package was taken in the portion of the meeting provided, but the board did adopt the noted amendments and continued working through the remaining language.

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• , wired via mobile data networks, wired via mobile data networks, wired networks, and wireless internet
• networks.
• , wired internet networks, and networks, wired internet networks, and networks, wired internet networks
• , and wireless internet networks. internet, wireless internet networks. internet, wireless internet networks
• Controls memory Controls memory Controls memory allocation. D provides interfaces for allocation.

Keywords: 920, all

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• accelerate mood disorders, and users often experience brain fog, reduced concentration, and impaired memory
• Back in my PACT initiative, we talked briefly about clinically integrated networks.
• Clinically integrated networks are a wonderful platform to help with back-end support and to help with
• Well, that's really where the clinically integrated network comes into place.
• Well, that's really where the clinically integrated network comes into place.

Summary: The committee heard extensive public testimony from youth advocates and public health speakers urging action on vaping. Witnesses said flavored products and social media are driving youth use in Arkansas, described nicotine addiction and health harms, and asked lawmakers to prohibit vaping in public indoor spaces, align vape rules with smoke-free laws, and expand prevention efforts. Committee members thanked the speakers and encouraged them to continue building support for future legislation. The main presentation was an overview of Arkansas’s Rural Health Transformation Program, a five-year federal initiative funded through CMS. State officials said Arkansas received about $209 million for the first year and may receive roughly $1 billion over five years if performance is strong. They emphasized that the program is intended for targeted, locally driven transformation rather than general operating support, debt relief, or new construction, and outlined four initiatives: Heart, PACT, Rise, and Thrive, focused on prevention, access and coordination, workforce development, and technology. Officials said applications would open in the spring, with a reimbursement-based process and a goal of launching all four initiatives by June. Members asked detailed questions about eligibility, rural definitions, school gardens, faith-based and nonprofit partnerships, mobile clinics, EMS, behavioral health, residency slots, and whether urban providers serving rural patients could apply. Officials said the program would favor regional collaboration, could support targeted renovations and expansion of existing programs, and would allow residency growth and some equipment or infrastructure purchases, but not food purchases or permanent new construction. They also said a committee of state health and finance officials would review applications, with heavy technical assistance and an expectation of quick turnaround. The committee also reviewed two DHS/Health Department rules. One implemented Medicaid and CHIP coverage and care coordination for eligible incarcerated youth before and after release, including targeted case management and screening services, with no public comments received. The other updated audiology licensing rules to reflect recent acts expanding scope of practice and changing the renewal deadline. Both rules were reviewed without objection, and the committee adjourned.

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• Earlier this year, I stood with members of the Senate and Assembly at the Firefighters Memorial to read
• The Aging and Disability Resource Connection, or ADRC Network, provides services and supports to older
• The Aging and Disability Resource Connection, or ADRC Network, provides services and supports to older

Summary: The Assembly Committee on Aging and Long-Term Care met without an initial quorum and heard four Senate bills focused on older adults and people with disabilities. SB 837 by Senator Reyes would require Aging and Disability Resource Connection programs to provide disaster and emergency preparedness education tailored to older adults and people with disabilities. Supporters, including the California Foundation for Independent Living Centers and the California Commission on Aging, cited recent wildfire deaths and the need for better evacuation planning and preparedness. The bill passed on a due pass motion and was re-referred to the Committee on Emergency Management. SB 971 by Senator Choi would create a Healthy Aging Community Partnerships Program to encourage voluntary local partnerships, including with community colleges and other entities, to support social connection, technology help, caregiver resources, and other healthy aging activities. Supporters said it would promote independence and prevent isolation at no mandated cost, while one member questioned whether the bill addressed a current legal gap and whether public health departments should be involved. The committee approved the bill on a due pass motion and re-referred it to the Committee on Health. SB 1261 by Senator Laird would allow Aging and Disability Resource Connections to continue operating for one to two years during transitions when an area agency on aging or independent living center operator changes, preventing service disruptions. Testimony from Access Central Coast and the California Association of Area Agencies on Aging emphasized the importance of continuity for thousands of clients. The committee passed the bill and re-referred it to the Committee on Appropriations. SB 991 by Senator Menjivar, presented by Assemblymember Gonzalez, would require the Department of Social Services to classify substantiated abuse in residential care facilities for the elderly by specific abuse type rather than a broad residents’ rights category. Ombudsman advocates argued this would improve transparency and accountability; members also discussed whether similar protections should extend to younger adults in other licensed settings. The bill passed on a due pass motion and was re-referred to the Committee on Human Services.

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• A way of thinking about this, because interoperability is actually pretty common, is like a phone network
• For example, Project Liberty has developed a free open protocol for social networking, which is one of
• When a young person's entire social world—their friends, conversations, photos, memories—are all locked

Keywords: House Committee Room C, General Assembly Building, 976, house, all

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• That also applies to the war memorials, which is going to be moved to the Department of Veterans Affairs
• the Senate, that deals with a charter authorizer not being able to also enter into an innovation network
• you'll remember, the underlying bill talks about a charter school entering into multiple innovation network

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