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• The Spaceport is supposed to be supporting all of New Mexico, supporting the region, but of course, some
• We ask for your support. Thank you.
• I ask the committee to support a solution that protects both employees and their families. and those
• families.
• can support the employee, and the employee can support the organization by following the policies set

Committee: House House Commerce & Economic Development Committee

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• Steven Stack, the Secretary of the Cabinet for Health and Family Services, for being here with us today
• I'm the secretary for the Cabinet for Health and Family Services here in the Commonwealth, and it's a
• </c><00:02:39.040><c> Services</c><00:02:39.440><c> here</c><00:02:39.599><c> in</c> for Health and Family
• Services here in for Health and Family Services here in the<00:02:39.840><c> Commonwealth,</c><00:02
• cabinet for health and family services. cabinet for health and family services.

Committee: House Health Services

Keywords: 00:00:20 - Call to Order/Roll Call 00:02:00 - Update on Rural Health Transformation Program 00:29:20 - Discussion of 26RS HB 134 00:36:35 - Roll Call Vote on 26RS HB 134 00:37:41 - Consideration of Referred Administrative Regulations 01:09:44 - Adjournment, 958, all

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• a family.
• </c> state to start a family. state to start a family.
• So, the research that's happening is important, but being able to support families as they explore building
• </c><01:03:42.520><c> families</c><01:03:43.000><c> as</c> but being able to support families as but
• being able to support families as they<01:03:44.000><c> um</c><01:03:44.200><c> explore</c><01:03:45.000

Keywords: 1183, house

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• Thank you, Lord, for their families. Themselves to serve you.
• Thank you, Lord, for their families and their friends, for the support and sacrifice that they've given
• I will support, protect, and defend.
• That I will support, protect, and defend, that I will support, protect, and defend, the Constitution
• We'll continue and we'll support. We always. Thank you, I, my.

Summary: The House convened for its organization session with prayer, the presentation of colors, the Pledge of Allegiance, and the national anthem, followed by introductions of guests including state officials, former House leaders and members, and members of the judiciary. The Secretary of State’s certification of the 2024 election was accepted as prima facie evidence of the members-elect’s election, a quorum was established, and the newly elected and returning members were sworn in by Florida Supreme Court justices. The House then formally declared the members duly elected and qualified to serve in the 92nd Florida House. The chamber proceeded to the election of Speaker. Representative Fentrice Driskell was nominated and seconded, and she delivered remarks emphasizing the role of the minority caucus, the need to address issues such as hurricanes, insurance and condo costs, gun violence, education, poverty, and protecting rights. Representative Daniel Perez was then nominated and seconded; after speeches highlighting his leadership and style, the House adopted a motion to dispense with the roll call and record a unanimous vote for him. Perez was sworn in as Speaker and said his priority would be serving the people of Florida, focusing on practical action, fiscal discipline, competition, and reducing barriers for residents and businesses. After the Speaker’s remarks, the House adopted House Resolution 1-0 establishing House rules for the 2024-2026 term, despite opposition from Representative Gottlieb, who argued the rules continued to restrict debate and limit the opposition’s voice. The House also adopted Senate Concurrent Resolution 2-0 establishing joint legislative rules. The chamber then appointed a committee to inform the Senate that the House was organized, elected Representative Wyman Duggan as Speaker Pro Tempore by unanimous vote, and announced party leadership and administrative appointments. The session concluded with motions to authorize technical corrections to the rules, spread the organization session remarks upon the journal, and adjourn sine die.

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• </c> We've been include them in our Support We've been include them in our Support Our<00:02:47.520><
• </c><00:02:57.200><c> And</c> serving veterans and their families.
• And serving veterans and their families.
• </c> supports this bill becoming a law. supports this bill becoming a law.
• On the state level again, uh, we increased the state grant for veteran service organizations.

Keywords: 1183, house

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• </c> evening and that cut into what family evening and that cut into what family time<00:03:46.400><c
• Finally, we appreciate what you do as legislators to support the programs that support the dairy industry
• Finally, we appreciate what you do as legislators to support the programs that support the dairy industry
• Finally, we appreciate what you do as legislators to support the programs that support the dairy industry
• Finally, we appreciate what you do as legislators to support the programs that support the dairy industry

Committee: Senate Agriculture, Veterans, Broadband, and Rural Development

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• And then we have Aaron DiPetro from Florida Family Voice, waiving in support.
• Augustine, waved in support. David Cruz, from the Florida League of Cities, waved in support.
• On this topic and looking forward to supporting this bill.
• Thank you, and I ask for your support today.”
• So I ask for your favorable support on this bill. Thank you.

Summary: The subcommittee met with a quorum and took up a series of bills, beginning with PCS for HB 743 on social media use by minors. The sponsor said the bill would extend last session’s restrictions by requiring parental access to messages for minors ages 15 and 16 and allowing law enforcement access with a warrant or parental request. Members raised concerns about abuse situations and private communications, but the sponsor said the bill was aimed at protecting children from grooming and trafficking. The PCS was supported in public testimony and passed 15-0. Members then approved HB 1161, which would let victims of altered sexual depictions or deepfakes demand removal of the content and pursue civil remedies if it is not taken down; an amendment clarified a definition tied to federal law, and the bill passed 14-0. The committee also passed local bills for Duval County (HB 4053) and Oviedo/Seminole County (HB 4031) creating special alcohol licensing exception areas, and HB 717, which increases penalties for unlawful demolition of historic buildings and structures on the National Register of Historic Places, with supporters from historic preservation and local government groups. The committee next approved HB 1035 on building permits for single-family dwellings, as amended, to extend permit validity around building code updates, speed approvals after emergencies, and create faster review timelines for smaller projects; members questioned possible loopholes and storm-related applications, while the home builders association supported the measure. It also passed PCS for HB 1219 on employment agreements, creating a framework for covered non-compete and garden leave agreements for higher-wage employees or those with access to confidential information; several members objected to its impact on workers and the marketplace, and the vote was 11-5. Additional favorable votes were taken on HB 799 regarding condominium alcohol licenses, HB 869 expanding underground utility contractors’ scope to include certain fire line work after a contested amendment and testimony from both utility and fire sprinkler groups, HB 1071 on alternative plan reviews and inspections, PCS for HB 981 on athlete representation and NIL compensation, and PCS for HB 801 on HVAC/mechanical contractors repairing and replacing certain pool heaters, both of which drew mixed testimony and debate over scope and safety. The final item introduced was HB 311 on repair of motorized wheelchairs, which the sponsor said would improve access to parts, tools, and independent repair options for users.

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• Forest Service manages about 26%, and private landowners manage about 24%.
• , They've been engaged in the Idaho bridging system for kinship families initiative.
• And this initiative, facilitated by the Grand Families and Kinship Support Network, has been led by the
• And you can see on the sheet in Idaho grand families data.
• So really, this is a very positive, family-oriented resolution that I hope you will support. Mr.

Keywords: 989, all

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• GUSS FOR BELLA AIRLINES FOR AMERICA WAIVING IN SUPPORT.
• MICHAEL FISCHER ALLEGIANT AIR WAIVING IN SUPPORT.
• TORSTAR CRITICAL IN SUPPORTING THE VERY SERVICES AND BUSINESSES THAT OUR COMMUNITY WANTS AND NEEDS TO
• ANOTHER FAMILY LOST A FATHER AND HUSBAND. AND THE NEIGHBOR. SHE WAS A TEENAGER.
• AND BECAUSE HER FAMILY DID NOT SECURE THEIR GUNS SHE IS NOT HERE TODAY.

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• Yeah, I will support the motion.
• We have a unit that supports large family gatherings in Bear Lake, and we pursued a septic system that
• Our business supports cleaners, maintenance professionals, landscapers, and other small service providers
• Just please support House Bill 583.
• I am supportive of House Bill 583.

Committee: House Business

Summary: The committee first considered several RS introductions. RS 33229, by Rep. Healy, would exempt interior designers from parts of Idaho’s architecture practice law and create a certification pathway; it was introduced after brief questions. RS 33039, by Reps. Scott and Price, would create the Consumer Payment Rights and Transparency Act to limit the use of programmable money in ways that monitor or restrict lawful behavior; it was introduced after discussion about the bill’s new code section. RS 33177, by Rep. Sauter and Church, would require more transparency from insurance carriers about rating information for policyholders; it was also introduced. Director Dean Cameron then presented RS 32863, a wildfire risk mitigation fund proposal for homeowners, funded by excess fees and premium tax revenues to help harden homes against wildfire risk; members asked about eligibility, covered properties, and whether the program would apply statewide, and the RS was introduced. The committee then took public testimony on House Bill 583, which would strengthen statewide protections for short-term rentals and limit local governments from effectively prohibiting them while still allowing ordinances on health, safety, and welfare. Supporters, including the bill sponsor Rep. Jordan Redman, Idaho Realtors, vacation rental owners, and several property owners, argued the bill protects private property rights, supports tourism and local income, and prevents cities from imposing burdensome requirements such as commercial-style code upgrades, conditional use permits, or occupancy restrictions. Several supporters described personal examples of responsible short-term rental use, including housing for traveling workers and family gatherings, and said existing nuisance, noise, parking, and safety laws are sufficient. Opponents and skeptical witnesses, including residents of McCall, Driggs, Island Park, and the Association of Idaho Cities, argued that local governments need flexibility to address neighborhood impacts, overcrowding, sewage and water-system concerns, and repeated noise or party problems tied to high-turnover rentals. Some said current local ordinances have helped manage these issues, while others warned the bill would weaken local control and make enforcement harder. Committee members questioned witnesses about occupancy limits, code requirements, fees, and whether local rules were being used as de facto bans. At the close of testimony, Rep. Crane moved to send HB 583 to the floor with a do-pass recommendation, and several members declared Rule 80 conflicts or potential conflicts related to short-term rental ownership; the transcript ends amid member comments and debate, without a recorded final vote on the motion.

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• I've known that family for a long time.
• Happy birthday and thank you for his service.
• I rise today in strong support of Amendment 31, as redrafted.
• I respectfully ask for this body’s support of Amendment 31.
• The matter will be referred to the Committee on Public Service.

Summary: The Senate took up several local and special bills for final passage, including measures on culverts and dams in Town Line Brook and Lindenbrook, alcohol license conversions and additions in Milford, Salem, and Bridgewater, and special legislation allowing William Pilarie to take a firefighter civil service exam in Arlington despite the age limit. All five bills were passed to be enacted. The Senate also concurred in House amendments to bills on alcohol licenses in Bolton and conservation restrictions in Hanson, and adopted a resolution commending the National Safety Council and recognizing June as National Safety Month. The chamber then considered Ways and Means reports and orders for House bills on improving Massachusetts home care and requiring health care employers to prevent workplace violence. Both bills were amended with new Senate text and ordered to second reading on July 16, 2026, with the new text pending and further amendment procedures specified. The Senate also advanced several House bills passed to be engrossed, including land transfers in Norton, transportation bond terms, and Watertown property tax classifications, each being ordered to a third reading. The main debate centered on Senate No. 30, a bill to protect children from addictive social media feeds, which was taken up with a Ways and Means substitute draft, Senate No. 3164. Senators supporting the bill argued it targets addictive design features such as algorithmic feeds, autoplay, infinite scroll, and overnight notifications while preserving access to social media, privacy, and First Amendment rights; opponents and some supporters raised concerns about parental authority and the role of the state. The Senate adopted a series of amendments, including changes to the definition of user, stronger limits on minors’ nighttime notifications, parental consent and privacy protections for location sharing and age verification, exemptions for nonprofits and open-source platforms, age-signal clarifications, dark-pattern restrictions, and data-security/reporting provisions, while rejecting several other amendments. The debate remained ongoing at the end of the transcript, with additional amendments and discussion still pending.

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• </c> and his family. and his family.
• </c> and security services. and security services.
• Members don't support a red vote; red votes support cheating.
• </c> services that are authorized. services that are authorized.
• So, I'll be supporting Senator Services.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• It's got bipartisan support.
• ,</c> This bill allows our students, families, This bill allows our students, families, educators,<00
• </c><00:54:29.599><c> to</c> thoughtfully and allows families to thoughtfully and allows families to
• </c> we have family and community as a theme. we have family and community as a theme.
• Interdist collaborations, support.

Committee: Senate Education Policy

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

Transcript Highlights:

• I also want to say that having a service person who is not married, who has a family, does not mean they
• Not all students are lucky enough to have supportive families.
• > being</c> have supportive families for some being have supportive families for some being outed<04:
• I'm pretty supportive.
• I'm pretty supportive.

Keywords: 928, house, all

Summary: The Children and Family Law Committee opened a hearing on House Bill 285, which would add language to the parental rights and responsibilities statute directing judges to consider known mental health or medical conditions that could affect parenting. Representative Ball, the bill’s sponsor, said the intent was not to require disclosure of private records, but to give judges a reminder to ask whether anything in a parent’s condition could interfere with parenting and to help ensure children’s safety and best interests, especially in high-conflict or pro se family court cases. He said the proposal was meant as a guardrail and not as a way to reduce parenting time or take children from parents. Committee members questioned whether the existing best-interest factors already cover parenting ability, whether the new language could invite stigma or weaponization in custody disputes, and whether judges already have authority to ask these questions. Ball responded that judges often do not ask, that family court can be difficult for unrepresented parties, and that the language would simply make the issue explicit. He also said he would be open to amendments, including language that more directly instructs judges to ask the question. One member raised concerns about whether the bill should say judges “shall” ask rather than “may,” and Ball said he was willing to work with the committee on wording. Sarah Horn, a NAMI New Hampshire board member and parent, testified in opposition. She described her own history with OCD, ADD, PTSD, hospitalization, and recovery, and said mental illness had not harmed her ability to parent; she warned the bill could increase stigma and discourage people from seeking treatment. In response, Ball said her testimony was part of why he had considered an amendment to include physical health as well, so the bill would not single out mental health. The hearing ended without a vote in the transcript provided.

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• California is at the forefront of AV technology and robotaxi services.
• These include service technicians, remote support and delivery personnel, and data collection specialists
• Services. In San Francisco, San Francisco is the center of this issue.
• in California. autonomous passenger service in California.
• Private use, delivery services, services. as they're commonly referred to in the public.

Committee: Senate Transportation

Summary: The Senate Transportation Committee held an informational hearing on autonomous vehicle technology in California, focusing on safety, regulation, first responder impacts, and the state’s evolving oversight framework. The chair said the committee would hear all panels before public comment, with witnesses limited to five minutes and public commenters to one minute. The first panel featured an industry representative, a safety academic, and victims/advocates who described sharply different views of AV safety and accountability. Ariel Wolf of the Autonomous Vehicle Industry Association argued that fully autonomous vehicles are distinct from driver-assist systems, said AVs are already reducing crashes and fatalities, and urged clear, uniform standards. Dr. Missy Cummings countered that remote operations and computer-vision failures show the technology still depends on human intervention and can be unsafe, especially when remote assistance is done from abroad. Robert O’Dowd and Dylan Angulo, both tied to Tesla crash cases, described fatal and serious injuries involving Autopilot/Full Self-Driving, criticized limited transparency and data access, and called for stronger disclosure, preservation of crash data, and mandatory fixes or disabling of defective software. Committee members questioned witnesses about data comparing AVs to human drivers, the role of remote operators, liability, and whether California should create clearer standards for the human element behind AV systems. Several members and witnesses discussed the need for “guardrails,” black-box-style data access, and accountability for the remaining crash risk. The hearing then shifted to first responders and road users: a San Francisco Fire Department representative described AVs blocking fire scenes, ambulances, and apparatus access during emergencies and urged a public safety manual override; a San Jose police representative said officers need clear enforcement authority, training, and reliable ways to stop or redirect AVs; a rideshare driver described near-collisions and congestion caused by robo-taxis; and a Teamsters representative opposed proposed heavy-duty AV truck rules as too reliant on manufacturer self-certification and lacking independent validation. In the final panel, DMV and CPUC officials defended California’s regulatory structure. DMV said it has regulated AVs since 2014, has issued multiple rulemakings and permit types, and is developing a fourth package that would add reporting, enforcement tools, emergency-response requirements, and rules for heavy-duty AVs. DMV said it has revoked or suspended permits when needed, including Cruise and Pony.ai actions. CPUC said its authority covers passenger service only, requires safety plans and ongoing reporting, and continues oversight after permits are issued. No votes or formal actions were taken, as the hearing was informational only.

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• The Senate Committee on Housing and Human Services is called to order.
• Thank you, members, for your support of the subs.
• It enjoys widespread bipartisan support, as well as support from builders and developers, cities and
• And I would urge the committee to support House Bills 5570 and 5571.
• Senate Committee on Housing and Human Services is adjourned.

Committee: Senate Housing and Human Services

Summary: The Senate Committee on Housing and Human Services met with a quorum, adopted the June 16, 2026 minutes, and then unanimously adopted S-1 substitutes for House Bills 5570 and 5571. The chair said the committee would take testimony and likely not move to final passage that day, in order to allow more discussion and questions. The bills, as substituted, would allow local governments to permit certain multifamily buildings up to four stories to be built or converted with a single staircase, subject to conditions such as limits on units per floor, floor size, and existing fire safety requirements. A sunset provision was described as ending the statute once LARA adopts corresponding building code rules. Representatives Fairbairn and Wooden testified in support, saying the bills are intended to address Michigan’s housing shortage by making smaller infill and “missing middle” projects more feasible and less costly. They argued the current two-stair requirement drives up costs, makes land assembly harder, and limits development on narrow or irregular lots. Senators asked about stair width, emergency safety, the choice of four stories instead of six, and why the American Institute of Architects opposed the approach; the sponsors said the 48-inch stair width was intended to allow two-way movement, four stories was a compromise aligned with expected code changes, and the architects preferred rulemaking over statutory change. Supportive testimony came from Pew Charitable Trusts, which said research from New York City, Seattle, and other places found fire death rates in modern single-stair buildings to be indistinguishable from other multifamily buildings, and that modern safety features such as sprinklers, alarms, and fire-rated construction make these buildings safe. A developer from Ann Arbor and the Michigan Home Builders Association said the reform would improve floor-plan efficiency, reduce wasted circulation space, lower construction costs, and help smaller projects pencil out. Abundant Housing Michigan also supported the bills, estimating they could reduce apartment construction costs by nearly 13%. The clerk read in numerous written cards in support from business, housing, municipal, and advocacy groups, while the Michigan Association of Fire Chiefs and the Michigan Professional Firefighters Union were listed as neutral. The committee adjourned without further business.

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• We must invest in programs that support student growth and inspired service so every aspiring leader
• We must invest in programs that support student growth and inspired service so every aspiring leader
• I'm here in strong support of this bill, and so... ...developmental disabilities and their families.
• to Grace, Grace's family to the superintendent, and correspondence back to the family.
• I'm supportive of the direction here.

Summary: The committee opened its first hearing of the 2006 session with member and staff introductions, then took up five bills. Senate Concurrent Resolution 8406 would reestablish and expand the Joint Select Committee on Civic Health through the start of the 2029 session. Lieutenant Governor Heck, Senator Lovick, and Senator Muzzall testified in support, emphasizing respectful civic discourse and bipartisan cooperation. The bill drew 20 pro and 53 con sign-ins, but no questions or vote were taken at the hearing. Senate Bill 5825 would authorize the Washington State Leadership Board to solicit gifts, grants, and endowments. Senator Claire Wilson and board representatives said the change would help sustain youth leadership, mentorship, and civic engagement programs, with an initial fundraising goal of under $50,000 and policies to be developed with OFM and legal counsel to manage donor expectations. Testimony from board members and volunteers was strongly supportive, and the sign-in sheet showed four in favor and one opposed. Senate Bill 5842 would exempt display of previous campaign memorabilia in legislative offices from the prohibition on using public resources for campaigns. Senator Wagoner said the bill was meant to clarify ethics rules and allow harmless historical or decorative items, but members and staff raised concerns about what counts as “previous” campaign material and suggested tightening the language. The hearing on Senate Bill 5863 focused on preserving Lakeland Village historical records until at least fiscal year 2030 and allowing archival access after 75 years; Senator Kauffman and disability advocates described the bill as an act of respect and historical accountability, and testimony from family members and advocates was unanimously supportive. Finally, Senate Bill 5840 would change campaign finance reporting schedules to fixed monthly dates and require more regular C-4 filings; the PDC said the goal was greater transparency and easier compliance, while several treasurers supported simplification but warned about burdens from zero-activity filings and some timing provisions. The committee noted the bills were scheduled for executive action on Friday and adjourned after the final hearing.

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• </c> uh Hawaii national data do not support uh Hawaii national data do not support the<00:24:17.840><
• over 200 individuals have helped support over 200 individuals and<00:40:30.320><c> families</c><00:40
• their families.
• their families.
• </c> detained individuals and their families. detained individuals and their families.

Keywords: 912, senate, all

Summary: The Judiciary Committee held an informational briefing on the impact and legality of federal immigration enforcement efforts in Hawaii, with Chair Carl Rhodes framing it as the sixth and final interim briefing in a series on the rule of law and local effects of federal actions. He said the discussion would focus on due process concerns, questioning and detention of citizens and lawful immigrants, free speech issues, and pressure on state and local law enforcement, and noted the issues may be revisited in the 2026 regular session. There was no public testimony or committee vote; only invited speakers presented. Dr. Amy Agayani opened by arguing that immigrants are integral to Hawaii’s history, economy, and communities, and contrasted that with what she described as harmful narratives portraying immigrants as criminals. She cited figures that one in five Hawaii residents is foreign-born, that immigrants make up about 20% of the labor force and over 27% of entrepreneurs, and that roughly 40,000 people in Hawaii are undocumented, many of whom may have pathways to legal status but face language, information, and court barriers. She also said federal enforcement has expanded beyond undocumented immigrants to include citizens and lawful residents, and warned that attacks on birthright citizenship and visa categories could affect many families. Matina Mock of the legal clinic emphasized the complexity of immigration law and the severe lack of legal representation, noting a nationwide backlog of 11.3 million immigration-related applications and 3.4 million court cases, plus about 1,400 pending immigration cases in Honolulu with only two immigration judges. She said Hawaii has only six or seven nonprofit immigration legal service providers, and that represented clients are far more likely to obtain relief. Mock described a recent case involving a lawful student visa holder who was transferred among multiple federal facilities before being brought to Honolulu without clear notice, which she said illustrated due process violations. She also said ICE activity in Hawaii has sharply increased, with about 150 arrests from January to July 2025, a 380% increase over the same period in 2024, and that many detainees have no criminal record. Stephanie Haro Sevilla and another clinic fellow described 2025 enforcement as a major shift driven by a January executive order, the end of prior limits on arrests in sensitive locations, and arrest quotas they said require 3,000 arrests per day nationwide. They said this has led to arrests without warrants or probable cause, broader targeting of people with minor offenses or no criminal history, and the use of resources from other federal agencies and local law enforcement for civilian immigration enforcement. They also said the federal detention center in Honolulu is holding roughly 40 to 80 civilian detainees on any given day, often in conditions they characterized as prison-like, and warned that the current escalation could eventually affect lawful permanent residents and naturalized citizens. The speakers urged the public to support immigrant-rights advocates and local protective policies and funding measures.

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• My name is Arthur Berkson, and I'm a family doctor.
• So I want to tell you, I'm a family doctor.
• So, as I've already said, I'm John Andezol, I'm a family physician.
• I already talked about lack of available services, lack of specialty services.
• And with this state being so rural sometimes, You cannot get services.

Committee: Joint Revenue Stabilization & Tax Policy Committee

Keywords: 996, all

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• </c><00:04:57.920><c> union</c> may indirectly be supporting union may indirectly be supporting union
• </c><00:13:44.080><c> the</c> exchange for workers not supporting the exchange for workers not supporting
• </c> of their co-workers who supported of their co-workers who supported unions. unions. unions.
• c><00:34:36.200><c> support.
• </c> pressure on workers to um not support pressure on workers to um not support the<00:53:59.880><c>

Committee: Senate Labor

Keywords: 1187, senate, all