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• The recognition of the what happened, and how important it is that we don't forget it.
• So I think the continued recognition of...
• Chair recognizes Senator Paxton for a recognition. Senator Paxton: Thank you, Mr. President.
• We have a memorial recognition upon adjournment.
• Before we adjourn, I yield to Senator Kochorst for a memorial recognition.

Bills: SJR36 , SR8 , SR14 , SR15 , SR17 , HCR54

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• Members, we're going to do some brief recognitions.
• Members, we're going to do some brief recognitions.
• Members, we're going to pause for some recognitions.
• Representative Blanco with a recognition. You want to wait for the recognition?
• We're going to get one more recognition.

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• And many of these were historically funded under the Mental Health Services Act, or MHSA.
• So since that... ...option historically has been pushed.
• The historical mistreatment, forced displacement, and oppression of Native peoples has long been Historical
• Historical trauma is real. Many of our Native families were taught silence instead of healing.
• Saying very clearly what is needed: a recognition of intergenerational trauma, a recognition that identity

Summary: The joint Assembly Health and Select Committee on Native American Affairs held an oversight hearing on AB 988, California’s 988 crisis line and mobile crisis response system, followed by a discussion of suicide prevention and intervention in California Indian communities. Members and witnesses repeatedly emphasized that AB 988 was intended to create a true alternative to 911 for behavioral health crises, with “someone to call, someone to come, and somewhere to go,” and that Native communities continue to face disproportionately high suicide rates and barriers to culturally responsive care. The first panel of call center and stakeholder witnesses largely argued that implementation is falling short of the law’s intent. They said 988 call centers are underfunded, text/chat answer rates remain far below call answer rates, staffing is strained, and the system still lacks meaningful statewide interoperability between 988 and 911. Several witnesses said mobile crisis teams are not being dispatched through 988 as envisioned, and that funding formulas and governance are too opaque. San Joaquin County was presented as a local success story, with integrated 988, access lines, and mobile crisis handoffs that have reduced reliance on emergency departments and involuntary holds. Witnesses also discussed the need for better tribal outreach, the role of CCBHCs, and the importance of culturally competent services. State officials from CalHHS and DHCS described the five-year 988 implementation plan, the current governance structure across multiple agencies, and efforts to support training, public awareness, and referral tools. They reported growth in 988 contacts, ongoing training with the Trevor Project, a statewide resource directory, and a tribal awareness campaign. DHCS also outlined proposed trailer bill language that would create a formal designation process for 988 centers, set statewide standards, and require existing centers to obtain designation by 2029. Officials said current funding includes SAMHSA grants, block grant dollars, and an expected $67.3 million from the 988 fund in the next budget year, with a large share earmarked for Medi-Cal mobile crisis services. No formal vote or committee action was taken in the portion of the hearing provided.

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• This yearly recognition and increased attention will hopefully serve to improve research and treatment
• It is an essential step toward recognition, research, and resource allocation.
• I'm just going to add one historical reference, and then I'm done.
• I'm just going to add one historical reference, and then I'm done.
• I'd like to address the need for the National Infrastructure Bank from a historic standpoint.

Committee: Joint Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight

Summary: The committee first heard testimony on a proposed Massachusetts baby bonds program, including H. 3429, S. 2146, and the Treasurer’s related bill H. 48. Treasurer Goldberg and a broad coalition of advocates, researchers, health professionals, and people with lived experience said the program would create trust accounts for children born into low-income families or in DCF custody, with funds available at age 18 for education, homeownership, business startup, or other long-term asset-building uses. Supporters argued the program would help close the racial wealth gap, improve economic mobility, and not affect eligibility for financial aid or public benefits. Committee members asked about administration, investment returns, eligibility, and withdrawal rules; the Treasurer said the accounts would be held in trust and managed by her office with an advisory board, with funds accessible at 18 and usable through age 35 if the beneficiary remains a Massachusetts resident. No vote was taken during the testimony shown. The committee also heard testimony on legislation establishing Lobular Breast Cancer Awareness Day, including S. 2666 and H. 4625. Senator Ross, Representative Badger, physicians, survivors, and advocates described invasive lobular carcinoma as difficult to detect because it often grows in lines rather than forming a lump, can be missed on mammography, and is underfunded and underrepresented in research and clinical trials. Witnesses said the bill would codify an annual October 15 proclamation to raise awareness, improve diagnosis, and encourage more targeted research and treatment. Committee members asked why the disease is so hard to detect, and medical witnesses explained the imaging challenges and the lack of lobular-specific protocols. The witnesses urged favorable reports. The committee then took testimony on H. 4648, a bill concerning the purchase or lease of Fenn Farm in Stockbridge by the Stockbridge-Munsee community. Representative Davis, the Stockbridge Land Trust president, and the tribal president testified that the bill would remove a conservation restriction tied to a state MVP grant so the tribe could manage the land without a restriction that they said would conflict with tribal sovereignty and Indigenous stewardship practices. They said the parcel is a sacred site connected to Monument Mountain and that the restriction is unnecessary because the land is already surrounded by conserved property. The witnesses asked for favorable action on the bill. Finally, the committee heard testimony on H. 3416, a resolution urging Congress to create a national infrastructure bank. Representative Senna and several advocates argued that an off-budget infrastructure bank could finance major repairs and upgrades to roads, bridges, rail, water systems, broadband, and housing without adding to the state budget, while creating jobs and supporting economic growth. Witnesses cited historical precedents for national infrastructure banks and said Massachusetts could benefit substantially from such a program. The transcript shown does not include a committee vote or final action on the resolution.

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• investments in our most current years, many communities, especially our rural, low-income, and historically
• People's recognition that something's gone awry in their benefits is different in those different systems
• And the justice-involved are many of those who are harder to employ historically.
• This is a $23 million historic investment into our region from the Department of Commerce that united
• That's how we ultimately will be getting healthier communities and ensuring those who historically have

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• Leach for recognition 415 416 Thank you Mr. Speaker.
• Bell of Montgomery for a recognition. Thank you Mr. Speaker.
• Morales of Maverick. for recognition. Good morning, ladies and gentlemen. Good morning, everyone.
• Garcia-Hernandez for her recognition. Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Ask Mitch to come on down.
• Bojani for recognition. Thank you, Mr.

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• Today we are honored to have with us three outstanding leaders representing this historic organization
• history is not just about the past; it's about perseverance, equality, and the ongoing fight for recognition
• By remembering equality and the ongoing fight for recognition, by remembering the contributions of women
• And today, where many of us are wearing the collar in recognition of the great work that she did on the
• recognizes the week of March 8, 2026, to March 14, 2026, as Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Week in recognition

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• We've heard about them historically.
• We've heard about them historically.
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Bills: HF4110 , HF4101 , HF4144 , HF3546

Committee: House Human Services Finance and Policy

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• </c> from Michigan seek recognition? from Michigan seek recognition?
• </c> Indiana seek recognition? Indiana seek recognition?
• </c> Alabama seek recognition.
• </c><00:20:18.400><c> M</c> Georgia seek recognition? M Georgia seek recognition?
• Arrington, seek recognition? Mr.

Bills: HB7567 , SCR33 , SB1318 , HR1224

Keywords: agriculture, food security, farm programs, sustainability, conservation, nutrition assistance, budget resolution, fiscal responsibility, government funding, budgetary levels, congressional budget, foreign intelligence, digital currency, privacy, surveillance, FISA, civil liberties, rules resolution, special rule, House Rules Committee

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• to a vibrant and deeply rooted AAPI community, including Chinatown, Koreatown, Little Tokyo, and historic
• San Francisco has long been home to one of the most vibrant and historic AAPI communities in the United
• San Francisco has long been home to one of the most vibrant and historic AAPI communities in the country
• But I do get up to also give a special recognition to all the Korean Americans that live in California
• Located in the heart of historic San Jose Japantown, the museum serves over 9,000 annual visitors and

Summary: The Assembly met in session after a quorum call and opened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and a ceremonial observance for Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Members from multiple caucuses spoke in support of House Resolution 107, which designates May as AAPI Heritage Month, emphasizing the community’s contributions, resilience, and the need to confront discrimination and hate. The resolution was adopted, and the chamber then recognized 13 honorees for the 2026 AAPI Heritage Month celebration, highlighting leaders in education, business, labor, media, cultural preservation, and public service. After guest introductions, the Assembly took up a series of bills. Measures discussed included HOA reserve funding for common interest developments (AB 2050), professional review requirements for lawsuits against design professionals (AB 2106), direct home delivery of enteral formula (AB 1794), expanded CalWORKs-related support for student parents (AB 1829), longer insurance moratoriums for wildfire survivors (AB 2038), election cybersecurity (AB 2281), medical privacy protections for reproductive and gender-affirming care (AB 2448), water district board compensation (AB 2568), county public contract change-order authority (AB 1658), and several other education, health, and licensing bills. Most measures passed with broad support; AB 2050 passed 44-6, AB 2038 passed 45-8, AB 2448 passed 49-13, and AB 1658 passed 61-2, while several others passed unanimously or near-unanimously. The Assembly also adopted AJR 29, a resolution opposing a federal executive order affecting vote-by-mail and affirming California’s mail voting system. The resolution prompted extended debate over election integrity, voter access, and federal versus state authority, with supporters arguing mail voting is secure and accessible and opponents calling for stronger voter list maintenance and verification. The resolution passed 47-13. In addition, ACR 141 and ACR 123 were adopted by voice vote after co-author roll calls, and the chamber continued or passed on numerous other file items as it worked through the daily file.

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• So in this case, the final budget has a recognition of underspends in fiscal year 26.
• So in this case, the final budget has a recognition of underspends in fiscal year 26.
• In Has a recognition of underspends in fiscal year 26.
• assumes that the state will continue spending at an increase of only 2.2% year over year, whereas historically

Summary: The conference committee on Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill 5998 met to review the operating budget conference report. House and Senate budget coordinators walked through comparison documents showing the Senate-passed budget, House-passed budget, and the conference proposal, including statewide totals, agency detail, revenue assumptions, transfers, and the four-year outlook. They said the conference budget uses the February 2026 ERFC forecast, includes an $880 million transfer from the budget stabilization account to the general fund, and reflects a four-year net near-general-fund impact of about $800 million, with an ending fund balance of $231 million in 2025-27 and $563 million in 2027-29. They also noted that future collective bargaining agreements are not included in the outlook beyond those already settled. The briefing highlighted major policy items across the budget, including Working Families Tax Credit expansion, a proposed city and county fiscal health account, changes to Working Connections child care attendance payments, behavioral health facility and staffing adjustments, long-term care funding for certain non-citizen residents affected by federal changes, Apple Health and other health-related responses to H.R. 1, K-12 changes such as free school meals contingent on related legislation, Running Start and transportation depreciation adjustments, higher education administrative reductions, corrections staffing and bed changes, wildfire response funding, and state employee compensation agreements. Members also discussed the budget’s reliance on revenue measures and transfers, including legislation referenced as 2487, 6228, 6231, and 6346. After the presentation, Senator Robinson moved adoption of the conference report and passage of the bill as recommended by the committee. In discussion, supporters said the budget protected core services and responded to federal H.R. 1 impacts, while opponents criticized the size of the budget, the use of reserves, future outlook assumptions, and reductions in some K-12 and other programs. The committee then voted 4-2 to recommend the conference report and ESSB 5998 to the legislature, with Representatives Gregerson and Ormsby and Senators Robinson and Stanford in favor, and Representative Couture and Senator Gildon opposed.

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• Starting this week, time spent for considering resolutions and recognitions will be limited.
• During the consideration of resolutions and recognitions, these rules will be strictly enforced for the
• Bumgarner for recognition. Thank you, Mr. Speaker and members.
• program to provide training for public school educators and administrators related to teaching historically

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• Public service is not about titles or about recognition.
• We're going to pause briefly for our recognition.
• The recognition of Pride Month is similar to recognition of Black History Month, Hispanic Heritage Month
• of cultural events and recognitions that help define who we are.
• We must amplify the voices of those who have been historically marginalized.

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• </c> recognition? Uh thank you, Mr. Speaker. recognition? Uh thank you, Mr. Speaker.
• Gentleman seek recognition. I yield Mr. Gentleman seek recognition.
• </c> Virginia seek recognition? Uh, Mr. Virginia seek recognition? Uh, Mr.
• recognition? recognition?
• </c> from Michigan seek recognition? Mr. from Michigan seek recognition? Mr.

Bills: HR1048 , HR242 , HB1534

Keywords: House resolution, committee assignment, standing committee, House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, committee membership, committee seniority, Mr. Menefee, Mr. Riley of New York, House organization, congressional procedure, internal rules, legislative administration, Energy Conservation, Energy Standards, Department of Energy, Higher Education Act, Foreign Contracts, rules resolution, House Rules Committee, Congressional Review Act

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• Uh very historic school in nature. Uh very historic school in nature.
• Uh for the recognition. Listen, I know you and I recognition. Listen, I know you and I recognition.
• Thank you for recognition. recognition. recognition.
• Speaker, for that recognition. House Bill 319 that recognition. House Bill 319 that recognition.
• Speaker for the recognition recognition recognition yield. This is a very appropriate bill. yield.

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• I know it's a little early for us to do the intern recognition, but I don't know that they'll be here
• Before we resume our foot on the accelerator, we have some recognition. Senator McLean.
• Senator Truenow, in recognitions, you are recognized. Thank you, Mr. President.
• Senator Jones, for a recognition. Thank you so much, Mr. President.
• Leader Berman, you are recognized for recognition.

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• Before we go on, Senator Bradley, you have a recognition. Thank you, Mr. President.
• President Gates, I understand you have a recognition as well. You are recognized.
• President, and Senator Gates, thank you so much for this additional recognition.
• And so I want to thank you for this additional recognition. Additional debate.
• We allow the historical record to be complete.

Summary: The Senate convened with an opening prayer, pledge, and a series of member and guest introductions recognizing visitors, local delegations, and honorees. The chamber then took up a report from the Committee on Ethics and Elections on 42 executive appointments; the report was adopted and the appointments were confirmed by a 36-0 vote. The Senate also adopted a resolution honoring the Ripple Project for childhood cancer awareness and fundraising. The body then moved through a long special-order calendar of bills, largely focused on public records exemptions, public safety, education, agriculture, health care, and licensing. Measures passed included bills to extend or consolidate exemptions for aquaculture records, trade secrets, and cybersecurity information; a child-abuse reporting statute-of-limitations bill; regulation of commercial driving schools; human trafficking training for nursing graduates; a new injunction for protection against serious violence by a known person and its companion public-records bill; nature-based coastal resiliency and mangrove infrastructure; chiropractic patient trust funds; specialty license plates; waiver of late financial disclosure fines; public school personnel compensation; the Florida Farm Bill/Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services package; homestead exemption clarification for long-term leases; disability presumption clarifications for first responders; reinsurance intermediary manager conformity; patriotic displays in public schools; ADS-B aviation fee restrictions; autism-related law enforcement training and the Blue Envelope program; campus safety policy transparency at public colleges and universities; and veterinary prescription disclosure. Several bills drew debate or amendments. The Farm Bill received amendments protecting Everglades restoration lands from surplus sale and clarifying biosolids timing, and it passed 38-0 after extensive discussion. The HCSM/nonprofit religious organizations bill prompted debate over whether allowing licensed insurance agents to market faith-based health care sharing ministries would create consumer confusion or free-speech concerns; it passed 32-5. The patriotic displays bill also drew discussion and passed 36-2. The athletics bill allowing coaches to provide good-faith support to student-athletes, prompted by the Teddy Bridgewater situation, passed 38-0. The affordable housing bill clarifying Live Local Act definitions to exclude farms from certain commercial/mixed-use/industrial categories passed 38-0 after a technical amendment. Several other measures were temporarily postponed, and the session concluded with the Senate continuing through the remaining calendar.

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• Before we go on, Senator Bradley, you have a recognition. Thank you, Mr. President.
• President Gates, I understand you have a recognition as well. You are recognized.
• President, and Senator Gates, thank you so much for this additional recognition.
• And so I want to thank you for this additional recognition. Additional debate.
• We allow the historical record to be complete.

Summary: The Senate convened with an opening prayer, pledge, and a series of gallery introductions recognizing visitors, local officials, students, and public safety personnel. The chamber first took up a report from the Ethics and Elections Committee on 42 executive appointments; after Senator Gaetz explained that the committee had reviewed the appointees’ qualifications and suitability, the Senate adopted the report and confirmed the appointments by a 36-0 vote. The Senate then moved through a long special-order calendar focused largely on open-government sunset reviews and other policy bills. It passed measures to continue or consolidate public records and meeting exemptions for aquaculture records, agency-held trade secrets, and cybersecurity information, with one technical amendment adopted on the cybersecurity bill. The chamber also approved bills extending the statute of limitations for failure to report child abuse, strengthening regulation of commercial driving schools, requiring human trafficking education for nursing graduates, creating a new injunction for protection against serious violence by a known person, and making the related public-records exemption. Additional bills passed included a nature-based coastal resiliency measure with an amendment restricting dredge-and-fill in Terra Ceia Aquatic Preserve, a chiropractic trust-funds bill, specialty license plates, a one-time waiver of late financial disclosure fines, public school personnel compensation changes, the annual Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services “Farm Bill,” homestead exemption clarification for long-term leaseholders, disability-presumption clarifications for first responders, reinsurance intermediary manager changes, patriotic displays in public schools, ADS-B fee restrictions, autism-related law enforcement training and a Blue Envelope program, campus safety policy transparency at public colleges and universities, and veterinary prescription disclosure. Several bills were temporarily postponed, including local vessel restrictions, temporary certificates for practice, and domestic animals. The Senate also debated and passed a bill allowing licensed insurance agents to market health care sharing ministries, despite concerns raised by Senator Polsky about consumer confusion, commissions, and the sale of non-insurance products; supporters argued it restored free speech, religious liberty, and consumer choice. The chamber approved the bill 32-5 after debate. Most other measures passed with strong bipartisan support, often by unanimous or near-unanimous votes, and several companion House bills were substituted in place of Senate bills before final passage.

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• Historic state and federal policies forced Indian people to live in the most secluded and rural areas
• We certainly appreciate that and the recognition of our continued collaboration.
• We also see consistent under-recognition of tribal mitigation and cultural burning.
• He also wanted to talk about relationships and the recognition of tribes as governments.
• He also wanted to talk about relationships and the recognition of tribes as governments.

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• , urging the state to acquire the Hawaii Theater to promote local culture and arts, preserve its historic
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• </c><00:23:06.799><c> and</c> and arts, preserve its historic and and arts, preserve its historic and
• , urging the state to acquire the Hawaii Theater to promote local culture and arts, preserve its historic
• second whereas clause to request the governor to raise a Canadian flag in Hawaii in a ceremony of recognition

Committee: House Culture & Arts

Summary: The Committee on Culture and Arts heard several resolutions recognizing observances and cultural/historical initiatives. STR 12 SD1 recognized International Dark Sky Week; DLNR and the University of Hawaii discussed the advisory task force structure, with the university agreeing to continue as chair, and the measure was later passed with amendments. STR 112 SD1 requested Honolulu City Hall be lit purple for National Purple Heart Day, but because the resolution could not create a permanent standing request, the committee amended it to apply only to August 7, 2025. STR 131 urged the state to acquire the Hawaii Theatre to preserve its cultural and historic significance and keep it in public use, and STR 169 SD1 asked the state archives to expand outreach and civic engagement; DAGS supported both measures, with the state archivist emphasizing the value of connecting people to documentary heritage and civics education. The committee also considered STR 197 SD1, which recognized June 1 as Indigenous Peoples Day, July 1 as Canada Day, and September 30 as Truth and Reconciliation Day in acknowledgment of ties between Hawaii and Canada. DBEDT supported the resolution, and a member asked about possible tariff impacts on tourism from Canada, with the department saying it would follow up by email. The chair noted there were some individuals in opposition, but no additional testimony was offered during the hearing. After a recess, the committee took up decision-making and adopted all measures. STR 12 SD1 and STR 112 SD1 were passed with amendments, STR 131 and STR 169 SD1 were passed as is, and STR 197 SD1 was passed with amendments including a request that the governor raise a Canadian flag in Hawaii at an appropriate recognition ceremony. The chair closed by noting this was the committee’s last hearing of the session.