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• Senator Kelly said he requested to file the amendment so it could be voted on, and that it only changes

Bills: SB115, SB131, SB93, HB319, HB163, HB268, SB115, SB131, SB93, HB319, HB163, HB268, HB181, HB153, SB132, SB26, SB189, SB196, HB140, SB197, HB117

Keywords: SB115, Alabama, impersonating a peace officer, peace officer, law enforcement impersonation, police impersonation, unauthorized police officer, fake cop, certification revoked, certification suspended, Alabama Peace Officers' Standards and Training Commission, APOSTC, Class C felony, law enforcement hiring, appointment of officers, federal law enforcement, arrest authority, public order, criminal offenses, Judiciary Committee

Bills: SCR 22, SB 53, SB 204, SB 266, SB 268, SB 291, SB 292, SB 296, SB 304, SB 305, SB 413, SB 447, SB 455, SB 462, SB 493, SB 504, SB 519, SB 522, SB 532, SB 541, SB 667, SB 670, SB 673, SB 681, SB 687, SB 711, SB 746, SB 765, SB 783, SB 827, SB 850, SB 860, SB 888, SB 897, SB 901, SB 927, SB 955, SB 963, SB 984, SB 989, SB 993, SB 996, SB 1023, SB 1033, SB 1058, SB 1062, SB 1101, SB 1119, SB 1172, SB 1173, SB 1215, SB 1220, SB 1227, SB 1228, SB 1229, SB 1238, SB 1239, SB 1245, SB 1248, SB 1254, SB 1259, SB 1273, SB 1277, SB 1302, SB 1332, SB 1341, SB 1346, SB 1350, SB 1352, SB 1353, SB 1355, SB 1358, SB 1370, SB 1371, SB 1378, SB 1403, SB 1404, SB 1415, SB 1437, SB 1448, SB 1450, SB 1464, SB 1493, SB 1494, SB 1537, SB 1566, SB 1569, SB 1589, SB 1598, SB 1644, SB 1709, SB 1719, SB 1729, SB 1733, SB 1744, SB 1772, SB 1810, SB 1841, SB 1895, SB 1930, SB 2039, SB 2289, SB 2312, SCR 1, SCR 6, SCR 27, SCR 32, SB 2232

Keywords: mental health, court proceedings, notice requirements, legal filings, electronic documents, parental rights, education, school trustees, training, handbook, tax collection, managed audits, taxpayer rights, dispute resolution, penalty, health care, licensing, complaint procedure, disciplinary action, law enforcement

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• </c><01:13:47.040><c> this</c> just asking um you why you filed this just asking um you why you filed
• But in any case, getting with refused.
• So this the town to file the petition.
• </c> like I said, that the bill as filed like I said, that the bill as filed didn't<06:15:40.480><c>
• ><c> that</c> particular bill that was filed uh that particular bill that was filed uh that was<06:34

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• c> for</c><00:34:26.960><c> bankruptcy</c> In 2021, PG&amp;E filed for bankruptcy In 2021, PG&amp;E filed
• Can't they just refuse one if they've earned two?
• Can't they do they have to refuse both?
• </c> just refuse one if they've earned two? just refuse one if they've earned two?
• </c> file. Um are there any other questions? file. Um are there any other questions?

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• References to filing are changed to process the entity filing, and the... ...changed process, the entity
• in person, when I can file virtually, what have you.
• a petition, so you can only file it online.
• a petition, filing for divorce, and it's not perfected.
• My hope is... filing a petition, filing for divorce, and it's not perfected.

Summary: The committee began by waiving the five-day notice rule for engrossed substitute House Bill 2095 so it could be heard that day. It then took public testimony on House Bill 2248, a technical cleanup bill affecting Secretary of State corporate and nonprofit filings, trademarks, foreign entities, and apostille procedures. The prime sponsor said the bill makes no policy changes or fee increases, while the Secretary of State’s office supported it as a clarification measure. One testifier raised concerns about multiple LLCs and transparency in manufactured home communities, asking for stronger oversight and verification. The committee then heard engrossed substitute House Bill 2508, which expands the Office of Independent Investigations’ jurisdiction over deadly-force and related non-deadly-force incidents, broadens notification and records access requirements, and exempts certain records from disclosure. The sponsor and OII testified in support, emphasizing that the bill clarifies authority and procedures; members asked about how far back investigations could go, and staff confirmed there was no time limit for deadly-force cases under the bill. The committee also heard Substitute House Bill 2203, creating the offense of reckless interference with emergency operations for driving around closures on hazardous roadways. The sponsor described it as a response to flood and disaster rescues, and fire chiefs supported it as a safety and accountability measure. Defense attorneys opposed it as unnecessary and disproportionate, warning of criminal penalties, license suspensions, restitution, and fiscal costs for conduct they viewed as more appropriately handled civilly. Next, Second Substitute House Bill 1909 proposed a Court Unification Task Force to study inefficiencies and inequities in Washington’s fragmented court system; the sponsor and a legal aid attorney supported it as an access-to-justice reform, while the committee noted a large number of signed-in opponents. Finally, engrossed substitute House Bill 2095 would create a rebuttable presumption of negligence for drivers who injure or kill vulnerable road users in designated areas, along with education requirements and damages provisions. Supporters, including a widow, bicycling advocates, and a bike commuter, said it would improve accountability and help injured people who cannot easily prove fault; opponents from cities, trucking, and defense groups argued it would expand litigation, create liability and fee-shifting problems, and go beyond existing negligence law. After public hearings, the committee moved into executive session and advanced several bills. Substitute House Bill 2158 received a do pass recommendation. Substitute House Bill 2239, concerning family burial grounds on private property, was amended to increase a setback from public rights-of-way and easements and then received a do pass recommendation as amended. Substitute House Bill 2178 on court rules and procedures also received a do pass recommendation. House Bill 2543 on county clerk fees was advanced despite concerns about fee increases. Engrossed Substitute House Bill 2165 on false identification as a peace officer was amended to clarify intent and then passed out of committee. The committee also adopted an amendment to Engrossed Substitute House Bill 2320 on firearm manufacturing, including a change allowing certain digital code and manufacturing activity for repair purposes, and discussed another amendment removing some possession prohibitions for personal use.

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• vial to respond to suspected anaphylaxis, regardless of whether the student has a prescription on file
• existing authorization to administer epinephrine auto-injectors only to a student with a prescription on file
• not nurses and who have not agreed to include management of albuterol in their job descriptions to file
• a written refusal to manage albuterol.
• not nurses and who have not agreed to include management of albuterol in their job descriptions to file

Bills: SB6278

Keywords: teacher preparation, principal preparation, educator preparation, alternative route certification, teacher certification, principal certification, Washington Professional Educator Standards Board, PESB, field placement, student teacher, residency, mentoring, school district partnerships, K-12 education, preK-12, high-need schools, Title I, special education, English language learner, rural schools

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• The House bill was filed by Representative Lay Davis.
• Charges are filed after 27 years. So the statute is clear on this.
• I immediately went to the police and filed a police report.
• Our 300-day harassment filing window is half the federal limit.
• For over two years, my abuser refused to cooperate with custody exchanges and repeatedly refused to return

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The Joint Committee on the Judiciary held a lengthy hearing on a wide range of bills involving domestic violence, sexual assault, child sexual abuse, trafficking, victim compensation, and related criminal justice reforms. Testimony focused on measures to support survivors and close perceived legal gaps, including bills to protect domestic violence survivors in child welfare proceedings, expand victim compensation for homicide families and trafficking survivors, create a DNA exception to the rape statute of limitations, eliminate or extend statutes of limitations for child sexual abuse, and strengthen laws on upskirting, sexual abuse by adults in positions of authority, and sexual assault by rideshare drivers. Several speakers also addressed bills concerning vulnerable adults, harassment and custody-related abuse, and early evidence kits. Witnesses included legislators, prosecutors, advocates, and many survivors who described personal experiences with abuse and barriers to justice. Supporters argued that current laws often leave survivors without meaningful remedies, especially where consent, reporting requirements, evidentiary rules, or statutes of limitations prevent prosecution or compensation. Prosecutors and advocates said the bills would clarify vague statutes, increase penalties in some cases, and better reflect the realities of coercion, grooming, trafficking, and delayed reporting. Some testimony also urged amendments, including changes to victim compensation reporting rules and clarifications to avoid unintended conflicts with other wage-recovery laws. No committee votes or final actions were taken in the hearing itself. The chairs emphasized strict time limits, respectful conduct, and the submission of written testimony, and several witnesses were called out of order to accommodate the large number of speakers.

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• Members, public servants are highly susceptible to having fraudulent liens filed against them by citizens
• House Bill 4996 seeks to deter this abuse of public servants by increasing the penalty for refusal to
• House Bill 4996 amends the Penal Code to increase the penalty for refusal to execute the release of a
• House Bill 4996 amends the Penal Code to increase the penalty for refusal to execute the release of a
• House Bill 4996, relating to increasing the criminal penalty for the offense of refusal to execute the

Summary: The Senate first adopted a motion to suspend Rule 5.14 and move the intent calendar deadline to 6 p.m. that day. It then took up and passed several bills, often by suspending the regular order of business and the constitutional three-day rule. HB 1866 gave limited Texas peace officer authority to National Park Service law enforcement officers within the San Antonio Missions National Historical Park; HB 4996 increased the penalty for refusing to release a fraudulent lien when the victim is a public servant; and HB 5033 created a trigger mechanism for ending vehicle emissions inspections if federal law changes. HB 1533 made a range of appraisal and property tax procedure changes, HB 2282 raised the arrest warrant reimbursement fee from $50 to $75, HB 3421 updated probate and estates procedures, and HB 4263 revised Texas Juvenile Justice Department grievance procedures. Each of these measures advanced through second reading, third reading, and final passage, with recorded votes generally showing strong support and some opposition on a few bills. The chamber also considered major policy bills. HB 2, the large public education and school finance package, drew extensive floor discussion and multiple amendments. Senators emphasized its $8.5 billion investment, including teacher and staff pay, school safety funding, special education, charter and traditional school funding changes, and other allotment adjustments. Several senators praised the bill as historic and collaborative, while also noting the need to monitor implementation and future effects. After adopting amendments and hearing supportive remarks from multiple members, the Senate passed HB 2 on final vote, 31-0. Other debated measures included HB 143, which codified cooperation between the Railroad Commission and the Public Utility Commission to address electrical safety hazards at well sites and related facilities, and CS SB 3074/3070, which allowed limited written communications from the governor, lieutenant governor, and legislators to TCEQ commissioners about permit applications, with disclosure and response requirements. Senator Johnson raised concerns that the TCEQ bill could politicize an apolitical permitting process and potentially affect federal delegation, but the bill was amended and passed 28-3. The Senate also passed HB 4426 on Railroad Commission permits for commercial surface disposal facilities, HB 3161 giving TMRS cities more flexibility on employee contribution rates, and HB 2712 allowing future test years for certain water and sewer utility rate-making, with an amendment to protect ratepayers if projections overcharge them. At the end of the session, the Senate handled several procedural motions, including re-referring HB 1904 from Criminal Justice to State Affairs and suspending posting rules so committees could meet later that day. The chamber then recessed until 2:00 p.m. Sunday, May 25, 2025, for a local and uncontested calendar, and planned to adjourn until 5:00 p.m. that same day after that calendar concluded.

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• After falling behind early, the Galloping Ghosts refused to let the moment get away from them.
• America celebrates because generation after generation refused to surrender those promises.
• After being shot while campaigning for president, Roosevelt refused to leave the stage.
• That's who you want to Epstein files. That's who you want to give a trillion dollars to.
• Over the past year and a half, these litigators have filed dozens of lawsuits to both have filed dozens

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, 1012, house, all

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• I'd like to begin today's hearing on this late file.
• I was inspired and asked to file this bill on behalf of the Mass Lobstermen's Association.
• We filed, as I said, the bill at the request of these inspired third graders and their teachers and the
• That afternoon, we filed the bill.
• And we filed it, which doesn't happen, as our colleagues know in the legislature, that quickly, but it

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight held a public hybrid hearing with several late-file bills and a large turnout. The main topics were symbolic designations and local property/lease matters: bills to designate the American lobster as the official crustacean of the Commonwealth, asparagus as the official state vegetable, and a Waltham bill concerning the Veterans Memorial Ice Rink lease and right of first refusal. Senator Howard also testified on a Lowell bill making a limited language change to facilitate redevelopment of the Lowell Innovation Network Corridor (LINK) at UMass Lowell. Testimony on the lobster bill emphasized the industry’s cultural and economic importance to coastal Massachusetts, its sustainability efforts, and its role in working waterfronts and the seafood economy. The asparagus bill drew especially enthusiastic support from Hadley Elementary students, teachers, local farmers, and legislators, who described asparagus as central to western Massachusetts agriculture, identity, and civic education. The Waltham rink bill was presented as necessary to protect a heavily used community and youth hockey facility after major city investment, while committee members noted concerns about privatization and affordability of ice time. The Lowell bill was described as a narrow technical fix to remove a reversionary clause that could impede a major redevelopment project. Committee members generally expressed support or favorable reactions to the proposals, with several lighthearted comments about lobster and asparagus. The hearing concluded after testimony ended, and a motion was made and seconded to close the hearing.

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• I'd like to begin today's hearing on this late file.
• I was inspired and asked to file this bill on behalf of the Mass Lobstermen's Association.
• this as something that is fun and celebratory, this is real business and part of the reason I also filed
• We filed, as I said, the bill at the request of these inspired third graders and their teachers and the
• That afternoon, we filed the bill. We went back, we talked to each other in the parking lot.

Summary: The Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight held a public hearing on several bills, including proposals to designate lobster as the official crustacean of the Commonwealth, asparagus as the official state vegetable, and a bill affecting property in Lowell tied to the Lowell Innovation Network Corridor (Link). Legislators also heard testimony on H. 5315 concerning the Veterans Memorial Ice Rink in Waltham and the city’s effort to preserve its long-term lease and right of first refusal, with supporters arguing the rink is a major regional asset for youth hockey and public recreation. Another bill, S. 3061, would make a narrow language change to prior law governing a Lowell property to remove a reversionary clause and clear the way for redevelopment associated with the Link project. Support for the asparagus bill came from Senator Comerford, Representative Gomez, Hadley Elementary School students and staff, and local farmers, who described asparagus as central to Hadley and western Massachusetts history, agriculture, and identity. They emphasized the student-led nature of the campaign, the region’s long asparagus-growing tradition, and the educational value of the legislative process. Supporters of the lobster designation, including Representative Machino and the Massachusetts Lobstermen’s Association, highlighted lobster’s importance to coastal heritage, sustainability, and the state’s economy, noting the industry’s jobs and annual landings. The Waltham rink bill was backed by Representative Stanley, Mayor McCarthy, and Representative Lawn, who said the city had invested millions in the facility and that losing the lease could harm youth hockey access and the broader community. Committee members generally responded favorably to the testimony, praising the student advocacy on asparagus, the economic and cultural significance of lobster and farming, and the importance of keeping hockey affordable and accessible. No substantive votes were taken during the hearing itself, and the final action recorded was a motion and second to close the hearing after all testimony concluded.

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• References to filing are changed to process the entity filing, and the bill continues the related administrative
• in person, when I can file virtually, what have you.
• a petition, so you can only file it online.
• a petition, filing for divorce, and it's not perfected.
• My hope is... filing a petition, filing for divorce, and it's not perfected.

Bills: HB2543

Keywords: county clerk, fees, local government, administrative costs, revenue generation, 904, all

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• plan is to be laying over Senate File 2502.
• </c> of Senate file of Senate file 252<00:41:45.240><c> thank</c><00:41:45.400><c> you</c> Thank you,
• </c> um so we are hearing Senate file um so we are hearing Senate file 2250<00:56:01.799><c> um</c><00
• </c><01:20:20.080><c> 2250</c> outside the classroom Senate file 2250 outside the classroom Senate file
• And with that, the committee's adjourned. that Senate file 2250 is laid over for that Senate file 2250

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• </c> clocks on when lawsuits must be filed clocks on when lawsuits must be filed and<01:10:08.400><c>
• We're just refusing to use them. Mr.
• We're just refusing to use them. energy. We're just refusing to use them.
• Republicans refused to make it an order. bill. Republicans refused to make it an bill.
• They refused to limit the free.

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Thursday, December 18, 2025, 1012, house, all

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• Only timely filed amendments will be considered in order.
• Senator Lujan filed an amendment marked Lujan 37.
• Chairman, Senator Lujan filed an amendment marked Lujan 41.
• They refuse to do that. That's a Hillsdale model school.
• I remind members wishing to file additional or minority views that hard copies be signed and filed with

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• So this session marks the third. time that I file my, now we call it social studies bill, to ensure that
• We've been here before and we refuse to go back.
• Thank Representative Vowers for filing our Equal Opportunity Bill and we are counting on your support
• It's what we call precious knowledge, the precious knowledge that institutions are refusing to allow

Keywords: education, curriculum, HB178, diverse history, equity, testimony, higher education crisis, representation

Summary: The meeting was characterized by impactful discussions focused primarily on education and the representation of diverse histories in Texas's curriculum. Notably, Representative Christina Morales advocated for HB178, a bill aimed at ensuring that all Texas high school students have access to Mexican-American and African-American studies as part of their graduation requirements, moving from elective-only status. This bill garnered support from both sides of the aisle, highlighting a cooperative effort to improve educational equity in Texas. Several representatives shared personal stories reflecting on the importance of inclusive education, showcasing the bill's far-reaching implications for students' sense of identity and history.

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• a written letter of refusal declining to manage albuterol, and it ...to file a written letter of refusal
• Yes, this bill exempts from public disclosure complaint-related records and files maintained by the Office
• When people say release the files, they mean release the files without all of the files because...
• Release the files.
• They mean release the files without all of the files being redacted, and that's exactly the kind of transparency

Bills: HB2007, HB2360, HB2369, HB2432, HB2440, HB2534, HB2557

Keywords: competency-based assessment, graduation requirements, education reform, student opportunity, pathway options, albuterol, asthma, inhaler, rescue inhaler, respiratory emergency, school nurse, student medication, self-administration, anaphylaxis, public schools, private schools, charter schools, tribal compact schools, K-12 health, medication policy

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• And there was an injunction filed, I'm sorry, in the order, but there was an injunction filed.
• Well, we'll do that then. >> Since one has been filed, the Secretary of State, I'll file one against
• Alabama file the...
• >> Yes, a reapportionment attorney filed an AI filing in the Supreme Court.
• One after the lawsuit, filed a... One after the lawsuit, filed a lawsuit and got it in district.

Keywords: 1136, house, all

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• We're going to jump over to the Senate third reading file, file items 38 through 69.
• That's file item number 20. Members, we are going to skip over to the Assembly third reading file.
• Pass and retain on file item 27. We have dispensed with file item 28.
• Pass and retain on file items 29 and 30. File item 31 is ACR 216 by Assembly Member Mark Gonzalez.
• This is in the Senate Third Reading File, file item number 48.

Summary: The Assembly convened after a quorum call, prayer, and pledge, then moved through a largely procedural session with several unanimous-consent motions, guest introductions, and budget-related trailer bills. Members also adopted resolutions recognizing June as Dairy Month and June 2026 as Electronic Dance Music Month, and later approved H.R. 88 commemorating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. Guest introductions highlighted the Los Angeles Dodgers, San Diego Kappa League, Assembly staff member Mukhtar Ali, and Jennifer Levy, who is advocating against drunk driving after the death of her son. On the floor, the Assembly considered a series of Senate budget trailer bills presented by Assembly Member Gabriel. SB 170 reorganizes housing and homelessness agencies; SB 171 makes labor-related cleanup changes; SB 172 addresses general government, broadband, and NextGen 9-1-1; SB 174 extends remote court hearings and related court provisions; SB 177 advances options related to Medi-Cal and employer contributions; SB 180 extends the California Competes tax credit and conforms tax treatment for certain savings accounts; SB 169 covers transportation and DMV-related provisions; SB 168 creates a zero-emission vehicle incentive program and other clean-energy changes; SB 166 implements natural resources and environmental protection budget items; SB 165 extends the skilled nursing facility financing framework; SB 163 updates developmental services; and SB 135 funds higher education initiatives, including community college enrollment and Cal Grant changes. Most of these measures passed with bipartisan support, though several drew opposition over concerns about bureaucracy, fees, oversight, or policy direction. The Assembly also passed SB 719, which updates vehicle-related protections for domestic violence survivors, SB 97, an urgency bill making clarifying changes to digital financial asset law, SB 1350, which supports hydrogen and clean energy development, and SB 1344, which aims to reduce meritless lawsuits delaying affordable and supportive housing projects. AB 182, which sets the order for proposition numbers on the November ballot, was approved despite criticism that it manipulates the ballot numbering process. Votes on the measures were recorded, with many passing on strong margins and several transmitted immediately to the Senate or Governor as noted in the proceedings.

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• </c> landlord's attorney, but they refused landlord's attorney, but they refused initially.<00:31:49.279
• includes</c><00:34:48.879><c> strong</c> Senate File 2848 also includes strong Senate File 2848 also
• Uh, this is Senate File 2205.
• </c> committee for taking up uh Senate File committee for taking up uh Senate File 2205.<01:02:45.599
• </c> you today in favor of Senate File 2742. you today in favor of Senate File 2742.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all