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• County, Washington County, and a portion of Canyon County.
• So back in 2007 the state of Idaho said, hey, if you don't have legal status in the state you can't get
• We're doing a study to see how the state is going to deal with this.
• Senator Lenney, in my community, I have the State Hospital South.
• Idaho is one of the most generous states in the nation.

Committee: Senate Health and Welfare

Keywords: 989, all

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• This needs to be done right through the state and through a cultural affair.
• Yes, House Memorial 51 is a transition that reflects the change in our state.
• Washington has this program as well.
• Washington has this program as well.
• Currently, MRAs do not report to the state.

Bills: HB310 , HB323 , HM51 , HB194

Committee: House House Rural Development, Land Grants And Cultural Affairs

Keywords: museum, cultural affairs, lowrider, Espanola, appropriation, feasibility study, broadband access, low-income, rural areas, Indian nations, affordable internet, employment opportunities, detention centers, immigration, economic development, repurposing facilities, job transition, rural development, housing, affordable housing

Summary: The committee first heard HB 310, which would appropriate $1 million to continue planning and development for a Lowrider Museum in Española. The sponsor said the project had already received prior capital outlay support and that the new funding would help complete the study and planning phase for a future world-class museum. Members asked about the increase from prior funding levels and discussed the broader cultural and economic value of the museum. The bill received a do pass recommendation. The committee then considered House Memorial 51, which addresses the economic and community impacts of ending civil immigration detention in affected rural counties. Sponsors said the memorial would call for planning around workforce retraining, economic diversification, community services, and possible repurposing of detention facilities. Testimony and discussion focused on the short-term harm to workers and local economies, the role of Workforce Solutions, and concerns about family disruption, housing, property tax revenue, and whether facilities might close or be repurposed. The memorial passed on a 7-0 vote. Finally, the committee took up HB 194, which would expand the Metropolitan Redevelopment Code to support housing shortage areas and workforce housing through property tax freezes and related incentives. The sponsor and Apartment Association representative described the bill as a tool to increase missing-middle housing, with affordability requirements, voucher acceptance, audits, and reporting provisions. Members raised concerns that the amendment was very large and difficult to absorb in the committee timeframe, and several said they preferred to see it as a substitute bill. No motion was made to adopt the amendment, HB 194 was rolled, and HB 323 was also rolled because the sponsor was unavailable. The committee then adjourned.

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• Super although it is actually the fastest growing part of the state right now.
• I'm State Representative Bruce Antone, District 41.
• I'm pleased to be on this committee and I am a career state representative.
• Chair: We do have a beautiful state, it sounds like, all over.
• The Knopes resided in Washington, D.C., for most of their marriage.

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• </c> sort of state or federal certification. sort of state or federal certification.
• </c> operations and the health of our state. operations and the health of our state.
• The state.
• </c> idea that is in place in most states. idea that is in place in most states.
• </c><01:47:49.119><c> State</c> 340B is a federal program. State 340B is a federal program.

Committee: Senate Commerce and Consumer Protection

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• Your state government works.
• It eliminates the state income tax on overtime. It eliminates the state income tax on overtime.
• And the state of Wisconsin will be a much better state. Thank you.
• Then I immediately go to the state agency because I need the state agency on this or else pretty much
• Part of that state budget was a historic increase in special education, and then That state budget was

Keywords: 970, all

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• ><c> that</c><01:25:03.040><c> state</c><01:25:03.280><c> was</c> state was paying and that state was
• Uh, I had no connections in the state of Washington, but I do in California.
• first. 41 states ultimately States acted first. 41 states ultimately acted<01:48:06.400><c> right</c
• State leadership helps ensure that patients are not left behind while Washington debates.
• c> also</c> the state the state proposal also the state the state proposal also incorporates<02:02:24.320

Committee: Joint Health Services

Keywords: 958, all

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• Third Order of Business, message from the Secretary of State. Clerk will read.
• Pursuant to Article 2, Section 1 of the Washington State Constitution, RCW 29-8. Last line.
• Steve Hobbs, Secretary of State. Message received.

Keywords: 904, all

Summary: The House approved the previous day’s minutes and adopted House Resolution 4670 recognizing National Arthritis Month without objection. It also received a message from the Secretary of State and agreed to process the bills, memorials, and resolutions on the introduction sheet and the items listed in committee reports by referring them to the appropriate committees. Under the Eighth Order of Business, the Rules Committee was relieved of House Bill 1002 on PTSD corners and examiners and House Joint Memorial 4004 on the Marine Mammal Protection Act, placing them on the second reading calendar. The committee was also relieved of Substitute House Joint Memorial 401, the Russ Blount Memorial Bridge memorial, which was placed on the third reading calendar. No contested votes were taken; all actions were approved by unanimous consent. The House then adjourned until 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, January 28.

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• Third Order of Business, message from the Secretary of State. Clerk will read.
• Pursuant to Article 2, Section 1 of the Washington State Constitution, RCW 29-8. Last line.
• Steve Hobbs, Secretary of State. Message received.

Summary: The House convened and approved the previous day’s minutes without objection. It adopted House Resolution 4670 recognizing National Arthritis Month, and received a message from the Secretary of State. The chamber also handled routine first-reading and committee referral actions for bills, memorials, and resolutions listed on the day’s introduction sheet and committee reports. Under the Rules Committee, several measures were advanced: House Bill 1002 on PTSD corners and examiners and House Joint Memorial 4004 on the Marine Mammal Protection Act were moved to the second reading calendar. Substitute House Joint Memorial 401, honoring the Russ Blount Memorial Bridge, was placed on the third reading calendar. No debate or recorded votes occurred. The House then adjourned until 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, January 28, the 17th legislative day.

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• Every state has my counterpart. Wyoming. Every state has my counterpart.
• but still across several states.
• but still across several states.
• but still across several states.
• but still across several states.

Bills: HB0032

Committee: House Transportation, Highways & Military Affairs

Keywords: English proficiency, commercial drivers, vehicle operation, traffic safety, penalties, 916, all

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• It has long been recognized that states and local governments acting under state authority may regulate
• Article 9, Section 1 of the Louisiana Constitution states, 'The natural resources of the state...'”
• There's no state-owned land in St.
• And I think this would be good for our state, wherever we do this in our state. So that's my HR.
• Another state into doing growth in their state and then us take the carbon for us to dispose of.

Summary: The committee took up public comment on a package of similar local-option bills related to carbon capture and sequestration, including House Bills 5, 6, 497, 498, 501, and 504. The bills would let parishes, or in some cases specific parishes such as Rapides and Livingston, decide by local vote whether Class VI wells, CO2 sequestration, and related pipeline infrastructure could be permitted. The chair grouped the bills together for testimony, adopted a three-minute public comment rule, and noted that the bills were not yet under consideration for a vote during the public-comment portion. Supporters, including Speaker Pro Tem Mike Johnson, parish officials, local activists, and residents, argued that communities affected by carbon capture projects should have a direct voice through local option elections. They said the bills were about self-determination, local control, and allowing residents to decide whether the risks are worth the benefits. Several speakers said their parishes had passed resolutions opposing carbon capture or asking for local choice, while others emphasized concerns about eminent domain, aquifer protection, lack of public understanding, and the need for more information about project impacts and financial benefits. Some supporters also said a local vote would force industry to engage more directly with communities and could improve transparency. Opponents, including representatives of the Department of Conservation and Energy, the Louisiana Chemistry Association, the Louisiana Mid-Continent Oil and Gas Association, and the Louisiana Association of Business and Industry, warned that the bills would create uncertainty, undermine Louisiana’s primacy over Class VI permitting, and invite litigation under federal preemption and the Supremacy Clause. They said the state already has a strict permitting process with public input and technical review, and that allowing parish-by-parish approval could delay or block billions of dollars in investment, jobs, and export-related projects. The department testified that if the state adopted a local-option referendum system, EPA could determine Louisiana was not implementing the program consistently and could move to remove primacy. No committee vote was taken in the portion provided.

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• It's long been recognized that states and local governments, acting under state authority, may regulate
• But if the state says, okay... ...the state withholding all of its revenue.
• There's no state-owned land in St.
• And I think this would be good for our state, wherever we do this in our state. So that's my HR.
• Another state into doing growth in their state and then us take the carbon for us to dispose of.

Committee: House Natural Resources & Environment

Keywords: 965, house, all

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• “The Speaker’s Rooms, Washington, D.C., July 2, 2026.” I hereby appoint the Honorable John W.
• We pray and we thank you for both our armed forces and our civil… Servants on the local, state, and federal
• “I pledge allegiance to the flag…” “of the United States of America and to the Republic for…” Which it

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Thursday, July 2, 2026, 1012, house, all

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• on around the state.
• It's in our state.
• And that there is legislation that's... ...pending or has been approved in the state of Washington that
• Andrew Meyer from North Dakota State University.
• No, let's say a state agency finds that some party is in violation of some state statute and they're

Summary: The Judiciary Interim Committee met to begin its study of charitable gaming and the ownership of alcoholic beverage establishments by licensed charitable gaming organizations, a study directed by Senate Bill 2334. Legislative Council gave an overview of the constitutional and statutory framework for charitable gaming, site authorizations, rent limits, proceeds, and recent legislative changes. The Attorney General’s Gaming Division then clarified the financial flow of gaming, explaining that in fiscal year 2025 North Dakota had about $2.5 billion in gross gaming proceeds, with roughly 88-90% paid back in prizes and about $256 million available to organizations after taxes; most of that activity came from electronic pull tabs. Members asked for more detail on winnings, replays, rent, and the breakdown of manufacturer/distributor revenues, and the AG’s office agreed to provide supplemental information. The committee also heard from the League of Cities and the Association of Counties about local site authorization. Cities said they have a limited role in approving gaming sites, can adopt policies after public hearing, may charge up to $100, and can set certain conditions, including local nexus requirements, but cannot require donations or force a specific charity or site. The League said it had worked with stakeholders on a model policy to provide more consistency, though members raised concerns that local requirements could become too restrictive for charities serving broader areas. Counties said the issue is mostly a city matter, with little county involvement beyond minimal site fees and general site approval. The North Dakota Gaming Alliance testified in support of the study and provided IRS-related material suggesting charities may use asset diversification, while emphasizing it had not taken a position on whether charities should own bars. Members questioned whether bar ownership is being used for site stability or to channel charitable gaming dollars, and whether city policies might disadvantage charities with broader missions. The committee also discussed the relationship between gaming organizations, manufacturers, and distributors, including restrictions on incentives and interference, and asked for more information on those entities and their ownership. Later in the meeting, the Racing Commission gave its regular update on live racing, pari-mutuel wagering, ADW providers, purse and promotion funds, a new TRPB contract, and concerns about cease-and-desist actions from other states. Finally, the State Hospital superintendent briefly reported on the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation’s support services, including the SORT team, training, and security assistance for the hospital campus.

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• on around the state.
• It's in our state.
• like we started out as a state.
• And that there is legislation that's pending or has been approved in the state of Washington that does
• Andrew Meyer from North Dakota State University.

Committee: Joint Judiciary Committee

Summary: The Judiciary Interim Committee met to continue its study of charitable gaming, especially the ownership of alcoholic beverage establishments by licensed charitable gaming organizations and the relationship between charities, site owners, and gaming manufacturers/distributors. Legislative Council reviewed the background memo and Attorney General’s Gaming Division explained the legal framework, including site authorizations, rent limits, allowable expenses, and restrictions on distributors and manufacturers. Members focused heavily on electronic pull tabs, asking about the large gap between gross proceeds and adjusted proceeds, how much is paid out in winnings, how much is retained for expenses, and whether the 60% allowable-expense cap is being used as intended. The AG’s office said e-tabs account for most gaming volume, that winnings make up much of the difference, and that some organizations do not use the full 60% while others may exceed it, though only the capped amount counts as gaming expense. The committee also discussed the number of gaming organizations that appear to own or be affiliated with bars, the ways those ownership structures are formed, and whether some arrangements may create conflicts or site-selection pressure. The League of Cities and the Association of Counties described the local site-authorization process and recent model policies adopted after the 2025 session. Cities said they can require signed agreements, limit games and machines, set qualifications, and charge up to $100 for site authorization, but cannot require charities to donate net proceeds or force a specific charity or site. They said the new policies are meant to add transparency and local control, though the more controversial parts involve requiring a local nexus or community connection. County representatives said the issue is mostly a city matter and that counties generally take a lighter-touch approach. Committee members raised concerns about whether local rules could unfairly exclude larger regional charities or create inconsistent standards across cities. The North Dakota Gaming Alliance said it supports the study and provided information on charities that own or are affiliated with bars, emphasizing that most gaming organizations do not own alcoholic beverage establishments. Its representative said some charities may pursue bar ownership for site stability and diversification, while others decide against it because operating a bar is difficult. He also said a ban on charity-owned bars could raise federal tax-law issues depending on how it is written, and agreed to provide more detail. The committee asked Legislative Council and the Gaming Alliance for additional information on ownership structures and federal-law questions before the next meeting. Later, the Racing Commission gave a separate update on live racing, pari-mutuel wagering, and related charitable partnerships, and the State Hospital superintendent reported on the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation’s support services, staffing, and wait lists; no votes were taken on these presentations.

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• on around the state.
• It's in our state.
• And that there is legislation that's... ...pending or has been approved in the state of Washington that
• Andrew Meyer from North Dakota State University.
• No, let's say a state agency finds that some party is in violation of some state statute and they're

Committees: Joint Judiciary , Joint Judiciary Committee

Keywords: 908, all

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• The Clerk: The Speaker's rooms, Washington, D.C., August 29, 2025.
• I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the republic for which it stands
• I PLEDGE ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA AND TO THE REPUBLIC FOR WHICH IT STANDS

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

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• Importantly, state.
• </c><00:13:28.320><c> Thank</c> state and provides uniformity. Thank state and provides uniformity.
• Private party paying for the election was Washington state about 20 years ago, where an individual, a
• </c> state laws that like within the state state laws that like within the state law<00:56:00.160><c>
• This bill also across the state.

Committee: Senate Elections

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• The Speaker's Room, Washington, D.C. July 18, 2026. I hereby appoint the Honorable Michael K.
• I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the republic for which it stands
• allegiance to the flag of the &gt;&gt; I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United<00:06:47.720><c> States
• ><c> America</c><00:06:49.120><c> and</c><00:06:49.360><c> to</c><00:06:49.520><c> the</c> United States
• of America and to the United States of America and to the republic<00:06:50.200><c> for</c><00:06:50.440

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Saturday, July 18, 2026, 1012, house, all

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• Captioning made possible by the National Captioning Institute, Inc., in cooperation with the United States
• The Clerk: The Speaker's Rooms, Washington, D.C., June 13, 2025, I hereby appoint the Honorable Adrian
• I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the republic for which it stands
• OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA FLOG FLOG FLOG FLOG.

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Friday, June 13, 2025, 1012, house, all

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• Captioning made possible by the National Captioning Institute, Inc., in cooperation with the United States
• Captioning made possible by the National Captioning Institute, Inc., in cooperation with the United States
• The Clerk: The Speaker's rooms, Washington, D.C., March 21, 2025.
• I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the republic for which it stands

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Friday, March 21, 2025, 1012, house, all