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• "The Speaker's Rooms, Washington, D.C., April 9, 2026.
• 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 Thursday, April 9, 2026, 1012, house, all

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• The Chair lays before the House a communication from the Speaker's rooms, Washington, DC, December 5th
• will lead the House in the Pledge of Allegiance. >> I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Friday, December 5, 2025, 1012, house, all

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• The Speaker's rooms, Washington, D.C., April 21, 2025. I hereby appoint the honorable Addison P.
• I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the republic for which it stands
• pledge allegiance to the flag of the I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United<00:02:15.360><c> States
• ><c> America</c><00:02:16.640><c> and</c><00:02:16.800><c> to</c><00:02:17.040><c> the</c> United States
• of America and to the United States of America and to the republic<00:02:17.760><c> for</c><00:02:18.000

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

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• S216, an act relating to ecological restoration projects on waters of the state.
• S28, an act relating to reducing chloride contamination of state waters.
• of the State.
• Senator from Washington. >> Thank you, Mr. President.
• Senate Finance will meet after the 10 minutes after the State of the State address, um, to go over Act

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• We're also a B-Corp, one of 19 in the state of Idaho.
• So what does that look like at our state level? We have the oversight for the state already.
• They are paid by federal dollars, not by state dollars.
• This is a role that the state of Idaho takes seriously, acknowledging in state law that parents have
• We will just have to do it at a state level.

Committee: House State Affairs

Summary: The committee first heard Senate Bill 1326, which would restrict government employees and agents from entering private property without permission or a warrant, with exceptions for exigent circumstances, welfare checks, service of papers, and certain other activities. The bill sponsors argued it was needed to protect Fourth Amendment and property rights and to create a civil penalty for unauthorized entry. Opponents, including Idaho Fish and Game, Trout Unlimited, and some lawmakers, said it would hinder routine compliance checks, poaching investigations, and interagency cooperation, and could require new permission-tracking systems. Supporters, including landowners, the Idaho Farm Bureau, and agricultural groups, described repeated trespass concerns and said the bill would improve accountability. The committee approved the bill 12-2 and sent it to the floor with a due pass recommendation. The committee then considered Senate Bill 1301, a brewery licensing measure that would allow breweries to operate up to two remote retail locations instead of one. The sponsor and supporters from the Meridian Chamber of Commerce, a brewery owner, and a nonprofit representative said the bill would help small businesses expand, support jobs, and increase community and charitable contributions. No opposition was offered, and the committee passed the bill to the floor with a due pass recommendation. Finally, the committee heard House Joint Memorial 19, which supports eliminating the U.S. Department of Education and returning education authority to the states. The sponsor and supporters argued that education should be controlled locally and that federal bureaucracy and regulations are burdensome. Superintendent of Public Instruction Debbie Critchfield said Idaho already handles much of the work, that federal functions are being shifted among agencies without immediate funding disruptions, and that state-level administration could reduce bureaucracy, though she noted no promise of additional funding. After testimony from policy groups supporting the memorial, the committee passed HJM 19 to the floor with a due pass recommendation.

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• We're also a B Corp, one of 19 in the state of Idaho.
• We're also a B-Corp, one of 19 in the state of Idaho.
• So what does that look like at our state level? We have the oversight for the state already.
• This is a role that the state of Idaho takes seriously, acknowledging in state law that parents have
• We will just have to do it at a state level.

Committee: House State Affairs

Keywords: 989, all

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• It is our obligation as state policymakers to invest in the things that we build here in the state of
• </c> things that we build here in the state things that we build here in the state of<00:03:36.959><c
• It is the corner of the state.
• We tour the state usually in the state.
• </c> matter across the state of Minnesota. matter across the state of Minnesota.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• Senators, Todd Lakey, State Senator from District 23.
• Essentially, our numbers are low because we don't have reciprocity in our state with Washington or Oregon
• I am Angelo's intern for the state.
• From my point of view, I'm an intern for the state.
• There are only six states that license these folks.

Committee: Senate Health and Welfare

Keywords: 989, all

Summary: The Senate Health and Welfare Committee first approved the March 4 and March 5, 2026 minutes, then heard House Bill 935, which would consolidate the Board of Denturity into the Board of Dentistry as part of occupational licensing reform. Senator Lakey said the merger would save money, address the denturist board’s negative cash balance, and preserve separate scopes of practice while giving denturists a seat on the combined board. Supporters from the Idaho State Dental Association and DOPL emphasized public safety, efficiency, and lower fees, while denturists and their representatives argued the change would create a conflict of interest because dentists and denturists compete for the same patients and dentists could influence education, licensing, and scope-of-practice decisions. After debate, the committee voted 4-3 to send HB 935 to the floor with a due pass recommendation. The committee then took up House Bill 913, which would begin implementing federal Medicaid work requirements for able-bodied adults and use a three-month look-back period before the January 1, 2027 effective date. Representative Van de Woude said the bill would help the state prepare budgets and give enrollees time to meet requirements such as work, job training, school, or community service. Testimony split between supporters, who framed the bill as encouraging responsibility and independence, and opponents, who warned that the added administrative burden could increase errors, costs, and confusion, especially while the department is already handling managed care and other Medicaid changes. Hospital, child advocacy, and other opponents urged a one-month look-back instead of three, while the sponsor defended the three-month period as better for long-term compliance and smoother implementation. The committee rejected a substitute motion to send HB 913 to the 14th order for possible amendments, then voted to send the bill to the floor with a due pass recommendation. The final vote on the motion passed after discussion, and the committee adjourned after completing its business for the day.

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• So our position in all 50 states at the national level... ...is that any effort by the state to weigh
• Any state that arbitrarily mandates at the state level that this system be used is... ...going to complicate
• the effort of other states to implement all kinds of different things.
• So for those slot facilities, there's only 15 throughout the state.
• You know, we are enforcing the laws as the state has created.

Summary: The subcommittee first took up House Bill 197, which would require all private employers in Florida, regardless of size, to use E-Verify for new hires and eliminate the current exemption for businesses with fewer than 25 employees. The sponsor said the system is free, uses information already collected on I-9 forms, and helps employers confirm work authorization; supporters argued it simply enforces existing law and closes a gap in current requirements. Opponents, including labor and policy groups, said the bill would burden small businesses, could produce errors, and should be addressed through comprehensive federal immigration reform rather than state mandates. Members also raised concerns about implementation, enforcement, and potential impacts on workers and employers in industries such as agriculture, hospitality, and small business. The committee voted along party lines to report HB 197 favorably. The committee then received an update from the Florida Gaming Control Commission, beginning with new Executive Director Alana Zimmer and then Director of Gaming Enforcement Carl Harold. Zimmer outlined the commission’s structure, staffing, legal slot and card room locations, and the Seminole gaming compact, noting that changes in state law or court rulings could affect compact revenue. Members asked for additional information on salaries, commission vacancies, and how veterans’ organizations can determine whether gaming machines are legal. Harold described the commission’s enforcement work against illegal casinos, saying they are widespread, often exploit vulnerable patrons, and can be tied to organized crime, weapons, drugs, and other offenses. Harold reported thousands of complaints, more than 4,000 illegal slot machines seized, over 100 illegal casinos raided, millions in proceeds recovered, and numerous arrests and joint operations with other agencies. He said the main barriers are weak misdemeanor penalties and limited staffing, and requested two additional enforcement squads, one in southwest Florida and one in Jacksonville. Members questioned the cost of the request, storage of seized machines, coordination with local law enforcement, and how the public can report illegal gambling. The commission said it works with local agencies, has many MOUs, and directs the public to its website and law enforcement hotline for reporting.

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• Senators, Todd Lakey, State Senator from District 23.
• The smallest groups of licensed folks in the state.
• Essentially, our numbers are low because we don't have reciprocity in our state with Washington or Oregon
• I am Angelo's intern for the state.
• From my point of view, I'm an intern for the state.

Summary: The Senate Health and Welfare Committee first approved the March 4 and March 5, 2026 minutes, then heard House Bill 935, which would consolidate the Board of Denturity into the Board of Dentistry as part of occupational licensing reform. Senator Lakey said the merger would create efficiencies, reduce costs, and help address the denturist board’s ongoing deficit, while preserving separate scopes of practice and giving denturists a seat on the combined board. Supporters from the Idaho State Dental Association and DOPL-backed testimony said the change would maintain public protection and lower fees; denturists and their association opposed the bill, arguing it creates a conflict of interest, could allow competitors to influence education and licensing standards, and could threaten access and patient choice. After debate, the committee adopted a motion to send HB 935 to the floor with a due pass recommendation by a 4-3 roll call vote. The committee then took up House Bill 913, which would begin implementing the federal Medicaid work/community engagement requirements for able-bodied adults ahead of the January 1, 2027 deadline. The bill proposed a three-month look-back period and a process intended to give enrollees notice and time to comply before the federal requirement takes effect. The sponsor argued this would help the state prepare budgets, spread out redeterminations, and give people time to meet the requirements; supporters said it would encourage work and independence. Hospital, children’s advocacy, and other opponents warned that the three-month look-back would add administrative burden, increase costs, and risk erroneous coverage losses, with some urging a one-month look-back instead. After a failed substitute motion to send the bill to the 14th order for possible amendments, the committee voted to send HB 913 to the floor with a due pass recommendation and then adjourned.

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• </c> individuals to the state hospital. individuals to the state hospital.
• </c> their transfer to the state hospital. their transfer to the state hospital.
• </c> to the state hospital. to the state hospital.
• . state. state.
• Wyoming State Guard. Mr. Mr. Speaker, Wyoming State Guard. Mr. Mr.

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• Um, and you have other states like Washington state also doing this with the rideshare program like Uber
• </c> in other states? in other states?
• Okay, state your &gt;&gt; but he's not Robin. Okay, state your name. name. name.
• </c> states in the US that are are state. states in the US that are are state.
• state state &gt;&gt; and<00:36:30.079><c> the</c><00:36:30.240><c> airport.

Keywords: 912, senate, all

Summary: The Committee on Transportation heard several bills, beginning with SB 2010, which would authorize impoundment of motor vehicles for certain alleged or committed traffic violations. The Department of Transportation supported the bill, while the Department of the Attorney General asked for clarification in section 4 on who could seek remedies and what remedies would be available. The Office of the Public Defender opposed the measure, citing unclear officer-initiated impound criteria, potential strain on judicial or administrative resources, and concerns about hardship for families and indigent owners; the Honolulu Prosecutor’s Office supported the bill with amendments, saying it should be limited to traffic offenses and could serve as an alternative to fines or imprisonment. The chair then recessed before moving to the next items. The committee next heard SB 2527 on commercial driver licensing, which would require state and county firefighters exempt from CDL requirements to be subject to an alcohol and substance abuse policy equivalent to or stronger than federal DOT standards. DOT, the Department of Human Resources Development, county officials, and the Hawaiʻi Firefighters Association all indicated support. SB 2697, which would prohibit driving on roadway shoulders except in limited circumstances, also drew DOT support, with the Attorney General, judiciary, and others submitting comments. SB 2812, requiring driver license applicants to be tested on the dangers larger vehicles pose to pedestrians and bicyclists, was supported by DOT but opposed by the Public Defender, who argued the excessive-speeding portion was too broad for first offenses and that the DUI-related language was unnecessary because DUI relicensing already requires re-examination. SB 291, clarifying that drivers whose licenses were revoked for certain alcohol-related offenses must undergo re-examination before relicensing, received DOT support. The committee then took up SB 3044, which would remove references to pedestrian countdown timers and the requirement that pedestrians begin crossing before the timer starts. DOT opposed the bill, but Hawaiʻi Appleseed supported it, arguing the current rule is confusing and can lead to citations even when pedestrians can safely cross. The Department of Health submitted late comments emphasizing the importance of pedestrian-friendly infrastructure and physical activity, and the chair noted the split in testimony. Finally, SB 2995 proposed a zero-emissions rideshare rebate program funded by a rideshare fee and administered by DOT. Earthjustice strongly supported the bill, describing it as a fee-and-rebate structure to help rideshare drivers transition to zero-emissions vehicles. A witness for Tom Yamachika suggested that if the state wants to tax ridesharing, it should amend existing tax law instead of creating a new chapter, but the bill’s supporters said DOT was better suited to administer the rebate program and that similar models exist in California and Washington. The committee also heard SB 3153, which would authorize DOT to designate airport special district zones at airports statewide to improve security and enforcement; DOT’s airports deputy director supported the measure, saying it would clarify jurisdiction and help address trespassing and hazards, and senators asked about boundaries, mapping, and coordination with the Attorney General. No votes were taken in the portion of the hearing provided.

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• And that’s all within this state also.
• As everyone has spoken before, labor across the state is under siege.
• Oregon, Washington.
• This is one of the most expensive states in the nation, and yet we are now falling behind other states
• Wealthiest states in the nation. Thank you very much. Thank you for your testimony.

Committee: Joint Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development held a hybrid hearing on legislation concerning unemployment insurance, non-compete agreements, prevailing wage, and minimum wage issues. Committee leaders outlined the hearing process, asked witnesses to keep oral testimony to three minutes, and invited written testimony through November 20. No votes were taken during the hearing; it ended with a motion to adjourn and notice of the next hearing on November 20. Much of the testimony focused on bills to expand unemployment insurance for striking workers, including H. 2168 and S. 1319. Labor leaders, union members, and legal advocates argued that workers who are out on strike for more than 30 days should be able to receive UI benefits, saying the policy would help workers and families meet basic expenses, reduce employers’ ability to “wait out” strikes, and encourage good-faith bargaining. Speakers cited recent strikes, including the Republic Services strike, and said the proposal would not meaningfully increase strike activity or strain the UI trust fund. Another major topic was minimum wage legislation, especially H. 2107/S. 1349 to raise the minimum wage to $20 by 2029 and index it to inflation, and H. 2191 to create a $25 enhanced care worker minimum wage. Supporters said current wages are not keeping pace with housing, food, and childcare costs, and that care workers, direct support staff, and human service employees face chronic vacancies, burnout, and turnover. Testimony also supported H. 2126 on prevailing wage by adding apprenticeship and training contributions to the wage calculation, and H. 2159 and S. 1363 on prevailing wage-related issues. One witness, Russell Beck, testified against S. 1336, which would ban non-competes, and against H. 2118, arguing Massachusetts’ current non-compete law is a balanced compromise that should not be disrupted.

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• </c> state government committee. state government committee. in<00:01:54.479><c> our</c><00:01:54.720
• Oh, and sorry, you had to state, please state your name for the record. Yes.
• you had to state, please state your name you had to state, please state your name for<00:17:38.480><
• </c> treatment does um on behalf of the state treatment does um on behalf of the state of<00:18:43.640
• other states.

Committee: Senate State and Local Government

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• Also state your name for the record, please. Certainly.
• And so those reports, in some states they go to the courts.
• In some states, they go to probation officers.
• In some states, they go to probation officers.
• Is this something that Idaho does more than other states, or do most states have a court assistance officer

Summary: The committee began with a brief introduction of Hazel Stevens, a new page from Kuna High School who said she is interested in government and hopes to attend NNU and become a lawyer. Senators asked a few light questions, then moved to legislation. The first bill, Senate Bill 1311, would require ignition interlock companies to notify the Idaho Transportation Department when an interlock is installed so the court-ordered one-year interlock period begins with proof of installation, and to notify prosecutors when a device prevents a vehicle from starting. Senator Foreman and AAA Idaho’s Matthew Condi testified in support, saying the bill would close loopholes, improve accountability, and help ensure DUI offenders actually comply with restrictions. Some senators raised concerns about surveillance, false positives, and whether the bill could create reports for low-level alcohol readings, but supporters argued prosecutors would retain discretion and the data already exists. The committee voted 5-4 to send SB 1311 to the floor with a do-pass recommendation. The committee then received a court presentation from the Idaho Supreme Court’s Administrative Office of the Courts. Imelda Lopez described court assistance officers, who help self-represented litigants with forms, procedures, and referrals but cannot give legal advice; she highlighted statewide services, online forms, fee waivers, and local partnerships. Chris Paulson followed with an overview of family court services, including parenting plans, the Focus on Children course, mediation, and financial assistance for court-ordered services in family law cases. Israel Enriquez then described treatment courts, especially mental health and veterans courts, emphasizing strict supervision, treatment, accountability, and lower recidivism compared with traditional supervision. Senators thanked the presenters, and one noted the importance of treatment courts amid budget concerns. After the presentations, the committee took up two court-related cleanup bills from Senator Lakey. Senate Bill 1308 removes an outdated statutory reference to Idaho Rule of Civil Procedure 16(j) in the mediation confidentiality statute, and Senate Bill 1309 codifies the priority of payments for juvenile case funds, placing restitution to victims first. Both bills drew little discussion, were moved by committee members, and passed unanimously to the floor with do-pass recommendations. The committee then adjourned.

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• We know that a lot of states have developed state literacy plans and state math plans.
• It was nearly universal.
• It comes from the state. So, I students. It comes from the state.
• </c> um in sort of 20-ish other states. um in sort of 20-ish other states.
• </c> and um um uh state auditors. and um um uh state auditors.

Committee: House Education Policy and Administration

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• Defense State Liaison Office on Zoom.
• </c> US Defense State Lison Office on Zoom. US Defense State Lison Office on Zoom.
• A problem that is happening in red states and blue states across the country is that ICE is actually
• Um, so there's a bill that is moving in Washington state right now.
• Um, so there's a bill that is moving in Washington state right now.

Committee: Senate Labor and Technology

Keywords: 912, senate, all

Summary: The joint committees on Labor and Technology and Public Safety and Military Affairs heard testimony on several measures. SB 3082, relating to military families and leave protections, drew support from the Department of Labor and Industrial Relations, the military community relations office, the Hawaii National Guard, and the U.S. Department of Defense, all of whom said the bill would align state law with federal standards and better account for military-related leave needs. SB 3110, relating to the Hawaii National Guard, was supported by Department of Defense witnesses who said it clarifies that employees of the Guard’s youth and adult educational programs are excluded from collective bargaining. The committees also heard SB 3251, which would prohibit certain state law enforcement agencies from hiring former ICE or Border Patrol agents as law enforcement officers. The main testimony in support argued the bill could help prevent local police staffing losses to higher-paying federal agencies and avoid future workforce instability if federal funding changes. The measure drew significant public testimony, with the chair noting 62 testimonies in support, five in opposition, and three comments. Members discussed the bill’s impact on recruitment and retention, and one member voted with reservations while another voted no. Later, the committees heard SB 3095 and SB 3264, both concerning Hawaii Employer-Union Health Benefits Trust Fund salaries. EUTF testified in support of SB 3095, which would allow the board to set salaries for investment office staff, and SB 3264, which would authorize the board to set the salary for an assistant administrator. After testimony, the committees moved into decision-making and passed SB 3082, SB 3110, SB 3251, SB 3095, and SB 3264 with amendments, generally including technical changes and revised effective dates of January 1, 2077 for the EUTF salary bills and SB 3082.

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• </c> with these other states. with these other states.
• University of Hawaiʻi.
• state agencies, particularly<01:06:32.960><c> um</c><01:06:33.200><c> University</c><01:06:33.520><c
• </c> the state hospital. the state hospital.
• </c> other state um, offices may rely upon. other state um, offices may rely upon.

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• These states include, in 2022, the Volunteer State and, in 2025, the Razorback State, the Gem State,
• State, and the Cowboy State.
• </c> Star State. Star State.
• ><c> Cowboy</c> State, the Beehive State, and the Cowboy State, the Beehive State, and the Cowboy State
• and community colleges in universities and community colleges in the<03:30:11.040><c> state</c><03:30

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• The Speaker's Rooms Washington, DC June 30, 2025 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

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Monday, June 30, 2025, 1012, house, all