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• Tabitha, your dedication, kindness, and service have left a lasting impact on this Assembly.
• Bill was a steady, principled public servant who dedicated his career protecting our democracy.
• A tireless leader and dedicated public servant, Mitzie worked for the City of El Segundo for 11 years
• She was devoted to her children and their futures, cementing her strong dedication to her family. ...
• She was devoted to her children and their futures, cementing her strong dedication to her family.

Summary: The Assembly convened after a quorum call, completed the roll, and opened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and several guest introductions recognizing visitors, students, and a long-serving committee secretary, Tabitha Volga-Sang, who was honored for 32 years of service. Members also took up a procedural motion by Assembly Member DeMaio to immediately consider ACA 14, the Taxpayer Protection Act, without reference to file; that motion failed on a 14-44 vote. The main policy debate centered on SB 106 by Senator Laird, a budget appropriation to provide $90 million in one-time funding for Planned Parenthood and related women’s health and family planning services after federal cuts. Assembly Member Tangipa offered amendments arguing the money should be directed more broadly to women’s health and hospitals, but the Assembly voted 41-13 to lay the amendments on the table. Supporters, including Gabriel, Sharp-Collins, Gibson, Krell, Bonta, and others, said the bill was needed to preserve access to cancer screenings, contraception, STI testing, and reproductive care, especially in rural and underserved communities, and to offset the effects of federal defunding. Opponents, including Johnson, DeMaio, Patterson, and Tangipa, criticized the bill as lacking transparency, favoring a politically connected organization, and diverting attention from hospital funding and other health needs. After extended floor debate, SB 106 passed the Assembly 55-10 and was transmitted immediately to the Senate. The chamber then took up H.R. 84, a resolution condemning racism after President Trump circulated racist imagery depicting former President Obama and Michelle Obama. Members from the Black, LGBTQ, Latino, AAPI, Jewish, Native American, and other caucuses spoke in support, saying the post normalized dehumanization and had real-world consequences; Assembly Member Tangipa also stated the post was wrong and apologized on the record. The transcript ends during continued debate on H.R. 84, before a final vote is shown.

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• million increase and Greater Minnesota Infrastructure Grants at a $20 million increase will bring dedicated
• the workforce and affordable home ownership development program, which is the only state program dedicated
• the workforce and affordable home ownership development program, which is the only state program dedicated
• But it clearly shows the need for a dedicated revenue source for housing.
• But it clearly shows the need for a dedicated revenue source for housing.

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• information that's questionable or they think is potentially fraudulent, they will refer it to a dedicated
• certification process to look at, um, make sure that we're issuing proper payments and we have a dedicated
• Apart from family investigations, we also have dedicated teams that conduct investigations into licensed
• But we began renting a vacant residential treatment center and staffing that with dedicated employees
• on earth did you not report this to, I mean we have services that we and Support that we offer a dedicated

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• He saw, instead, that they need more time and more dedicated time to take care of these issues.
• He saw that they need more time and more dedicated time to take care of these issues.
• Representative Murphy said he sees the comments as saying they need more time and more dedicated time
• Representative Murphy said he sees the comments as saying they need more time and more dedicated time
• While the public assumes teachers have dedicated time for planning, the reality for special educators

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Summary: The committee met to discuss special education funding and retention, beginning with approval of the prior meeting minutes and then hearing a presentation from North Dakota United on a statewide special education survey and retention rubric. Presenters described how the rubric and survey were developed from special educator input around four domains: paperwork and due process support, workload, student and staff safety, and paraprofessional management. They reported high levels of stress and burnout, including increased workload, difficulty taking prep and lunch time, concerns about mental health, and widespread difficulty filling special education positions. Committee members questioned the survey’s lack of a general-education comparison group, the interpretation of terms like “rarely” and “sometimes,” and whether results could be broken down further by district size, unit, or disability area. The survey results showed the weakest area was workload, with respondents reporting caseloads increasing without corresponding adjustments, little additional support or compensation when workloads rise, and few negotiated-agreement protections. Paperwork and due process also scored poorly, with many teachers saying they rarely receive dedicated time during the duty day, often work outside contract hours without compensation, and take work home on evenings and weekends. Student and staff safety scored somewhat better but still showed gaps in crisis follow-up, notification about violent behavior, protective gear, and leave options after incidents. Paraprofessional management also drew concern, especially low pay, insufficient staffing, limited administrative support, and the burden placed on teachers to supervise and train paras. Several teachers then testified directly about the practical impact of these issues. One special education teacher described the job as combining instruction, legal compliance, and paraprofessional supervision, often requiring work beyond contracted hours and contributing to burnout and turnover. Another testified that special education case managers are effectively doing three full-time jobs and that the paperwork and caseload demands are a major reason people avoid or leave the field. Committee members discussed whether the problems are primarily local or state-level, whether more funding would solve them, and whether changes to the funding formula or weighting for high-cost students might be needed. No formal vote or action was taken beyond a recess and return to order for the next presentation, which continued the discussion of possible special education study objectives and potential policy directions.

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• Students dedicate countless hours after school and on the weekends to robotics.
• Teachers are very reluctant to dedicate this amount of time and work for free, and as any reasonable
• their dedication to education. their dedication to education.
• Teachers are very reluctant to<00:44:52.319> dedicate<00:44:52.880> this<00:44:53.119><
• this amount of time and work to dedicate this amount of time and work for<00:44:54.720> free<

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Summary: The committee heard testimony on HB 2185, which would add protections for sports officials. The Department of Education, the State Public Charter School Commission, the Hawaii Association of Independent Schools, HSTA, HGA, school administrators, the Hawaii High School Athletic Association, the Hawaii State Basketball Officials Association, and several individuals testified in support. The Department of the Attorney General offered comments and recommended amendments, especially on the bill’s civil-action provisions and criminal language, saying the measure should be made more consistent and narrowed to clarify who is covered. The Office of the Public Defender opposed the increased criminal penalties but said its concerns were limited to that portion of the bill. The chair repeatedly noted the committee’s education-policy focus and limited discussion of legal issues. The committee then took up HB 2621 on student misconduct. The Department of Education testified and answered questions about its student discipline data, explaining that much of the information is kept in the department’s internal Infinite Campus system and is not public, but that some additional information could be added to the annual report while still protecting student privacy. Members discussed whether the department tracks incidents consistently across schools and whether more public reporting would help identify where violence or discipline issues are occurring. The department said it was not seeing an increase in suspensions in the data it had, though it acknowledged internal data showed more detail than the annual report. HB 2179, concerning DOE and e-pipes, drew comments from the Department of Education, support from the Department of Health, the Hawaii Bicycling League, and other individuals. The committee then heard HB 2534, which would recognize robotics in schools as an interscholastic sport. The Department of Education offered comments, the State Public Charter School Commission supported the bill, and multiple students and robotics participants testified in strong support, arguing that robotics provides STEM opportunities, competition, and career pathways, and that formal recognition and funding would help sustain teams and compensate mentors. No votes or final actions were taken on the bills in the portion of the meeting provided.

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• <00:39:36.560> service<00:39:36.880> to<00:39:37.119> communities of dedicated
• service to communities of dedicated service to communities across<00:39:37.920> Pennsylvania's
• Doug Lamalfa, American Patriot, will always be appreciated for his dedicated service for families.
• <00:45:31.839> service appreciated for his dedicated service appreciated for his dedicated
• With President Donald Trump, I look forward to a legislative year dedicated in the memory of Congressman

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• Are you seeing any pattern or shifting between dedicated and general funds?
• and uh um shifting between uh dedicated and uh um general<00:18:21.440> funds?
• We cannot use dedicated accounts outside of their statutory responsibilities.
• We cannot use dedicated<00:41:41.119> accounts<00:41:41.839> outside<00:41:42.240> of
• <00:41:42.400> their dedicated accounts outside of their dedicated accounts outside of their

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• We will not forget the work that we still need to do, and we will not forget the dedication, the discipline
• They're just dedicated to getting it done. And so I would just like to provide that feedback.
• We established a dedicated emergency services coordinator at each of the 21 regional centers.
• He led my work group three, which I was on, and really dedicated a lot of time to service coordinators
• Your hard work and dedication is appreciated. Thank you all very much, and we are adjourned.

Summary: The Assembly Budget Subcommittee on Human Services held a hearing on developmental services, rehabilitation, and related supports, with no votes taken. The first major topic was the Master Plan for Developmental Services. Administration officials described a year-long, community-driven process that included a steering committee, work groups, and statewide engagement sessions, and said the final draft would be released that Friday with about 170 recommendations. The Department of Developmental Services said the plan would inform future work, but did not offer a detailed implementation roadmap. The LAO said the plan contains significant policy and budget implications, may require statutory changes, and needs further analysis to turn recommendations into actionable proposals. Advocates and regional center representatives urged the Legislature and administration to avoid letting the plan sit on a shelf, called for prioritization and ongoing stakeholder oversight, and emphasized the need to address equity, workforce, service coordination, and cross-system collaboration. The chair said he wanted to work with the LAO on trailer bill language and future reporting to create a clearer path forward. The second topic was the Office of Employment First and competitive integrated employment. Administration witnesses said California has ended subminimum wage under SB 639, but that moving people into competitive integrated employment remains a major priority. They described existing efforts such as DDS’s coordinated career pathways pilot, paid internships, job development services, benefits counseling, and DOR’s career counseling and referral services, along with pilot projects in San Diego and Orange County. The State Council on Developmental Disabilities and advocates argued that employment outcomes have remained stuck at roughly 15% and that a dedicated Employment First Office is needed to coordinate across agencies, align goals, and improve outcomes. The LAO recommended regular legislative oversight on people transitioning out of subminimum wage and asked for technical assistance on coordinated career pathways. The chair criticized the administration’s decision to effectively eliminate funding for the office, requested a detailed implementation timeline and quarterly transition reports, and said the committee would continue pressing for the office to be implemented. The final issue was respite services, utilization trends, and access. DDS reported that in-home respite use and spending have risen sharply over several years, with about 150,000 people using respite in 2023-24 and expenditures reaching about $1 billion. Officials said access depends on families knowing the service exists, service coordinators identifying need, and having enough providers, especially in rural and linguistically diverse communities. The San Diego Regional Center said utilization generally mirrors statewide trends, but access is stronger in some areas, such as Imperial County, where families often prefer family-directed or agency-supported models that allow them to hire trusted workers. Committee members emphasized the importance of respite for family health and caregiver well-being, asked whether service coordinators are asking practical questions about sleep and stress, and discussed the need for better identification of complex behavioral and medical needs. DDS said a standardized family support tool and updated IPP process are intended to improve consistency, transparency, and person-centered assessment for respite and related services.

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• Emil Amy Agbayani for her unparalleled dedication to immigrant rights advocacy for the Filipino community
• 07.000> unparalleled Amy agbayani for her unparalleled Amy agbayani for her unparalleled dedication
• to Immigrant rights advocacy dedication to Immigrant rights advocacy for<00:17:10.360> the<00
• A steadfast champion of civil rights, she has dedicated her life to fighting for social justice, equality
• her life to fighting for has dedicated her life to fighting for social<00:18:19.120> justice<

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• They have a dedicated purpose. They cannot be used for this. Mr. Chair. Senator Green.
• And so we don't spend any dedicated dollars on this type of work.
• dedicated dollars on this type of work. dedicated dollars on this type of work.
• And I know the situation on the FTEs and the dedicated funds, and that somehow has to change.
• funds and that somehow has the dedicated funds and that somehow has to<00:40:19.160> change.

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• And her purpose was clear: to lift others, to listen well, to serve with fierce dedication, and to never
• Representative Murphy dedicated her life to serving the people here in Minnesota.
• Representative<00:36:30.640> Murphy<00:36:31.359> dedicated<00:36:31.920> her<00
• :36:32.160> life Representative Murphy dedicated her life Representative Murphy dedicated her
• Her steady voice, historical knowledge, and fierce dedication to the people of Minnesota shaped this

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• And so I want to thank the members for your dedication last session.
• Texas dedicates more resources to addressing waste, fraud, and abuse in Texas dedicates more resources
• To your point, Senator Perry, someone who is solely dedicated to Texas Medicaid and CHIP.
• We have two very dedicated, excellent auditors in our division.
• We're one of two states that has a dedicated pre-certification analysis function.

Summary: The Senate Committee on Health and Human Services convened to discuss interim charges regarding fraud, waste, and abuse in Texas human services, particularly focusing on Medicaid and childcare programs. The meeting highlighted the importance of preventing misuse of taxpayer funds, with testimony from various stakeholders emphasizing the need for increased oversight and accountability in these programs. Key points included the alarming rise in healthcare fraud in other states, the necessity for Texas to enhance its fraud prevention measures, and the potential financial repercussions of failing to meet federal compliance standards. Several committee members expressed concerns about the impact of fraud on vulnerable populations, particularly those relying on Medicaid services. Testimonies from experts underscored the effectiveness of Texas's Office of Inspector General (OIG) in combating fraud, yet pointed out existing vulnerabilities, such as inconsistent enforcement and the need for better data sharing among agencies. The discussion also touched on the challenges faced by hospice care providers, with a significant increase in the number of hospices in Texas raising concerns about quality and oversight. The committee heard from various witnesses, including representatives from health plans and advocacy organizations, who provided insights into the complexities of managing Medicaid and the importance of maintaining program integrity. The meeting concluded with a commitment to further explore legislative solutions to enhance oversight and ensure that resources are directed to those in genuine need.

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• your public service and your dedication your public service and your dedication to<01:10:18.880>
• We need new dedicated revenue sources to fix water infrastructure, and House File 3322 is one way to
• We need new dedicated bonding bill.
• And so we're here to start an important conversation about a dedicated funding source and whether it's
• <01:19:49.120> funding conversation about a dedicated funding conversation about a dedicated

Bills: HF3793, HF3699, HF793, HF3322, HF3426

Keywords: groundwater, water use permit, data centers, public health, environmental regulations, municipalities, state park license plate, specialty license plate, Minnesota DNR, Department of Natural Resources, license plate design contest, North Shore, Lake Superior Agate, AI-generated art, artificial intelligence, Minnesota resident, state parks, specialty plates, vehicle registration, contest requirements

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• The $40 million was dedicated to the REED Act when we were given the bill.
• They're dedicated. They care about our kids.
• They're dedicated. They care about our kids.
• > u<00:56:50.559> interaction dedication shows in every u interaction dedication shows
• too uh loved her work and was dedicated too uh loved her work and was dedicated to<00:57:10.400>

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• We have 12 regional library system directors that are so dedicated and committed to providing quality
• and committed to providing dedicated and committed to providing quality<00:09:08.279> Library
• These programs have had dedicated funding.
• um these had dedicated funding um these Investments<01:12:32.040> have<01:12:32.159> helped
• continue to be welcome we are dedicated continue to be welcome we are dedicated to<01:31:21.000>

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• Well, I'd like to say thank you, Chair Simon, for your dedication to, I think, the great policy in this
• Well, I'd like to say thank you, Chair Simon, for your dedication to the bill.
• Well, I'd like to say thank you, Chair Simon, for your dedication to, I think, the great policy in this

Summary: The committee met with a quorum present and first took up SB 124, which updates Florida Virtual School statutes to remove outdated language, clarify governance and funding provisions, authorize a direct support organization, streamline reporting, and clarify district responsibilities for student assessments. Senator Berman asked about the removed enrollment prioritization and reporting changes, and the bill sponsor explained that the reporting was largely duplicative of existing audits and other reports. Florida Virtual School’s representative testified in support, saying the school is open to all students statewide with no enrollment caps or waiting lists. SB 124 was reported favorably by a unanimous roll call vote. The committee then considered confirmation appointments in tabs 3 and 4 and recommended confirmation of all appointees on a single favorable vote. After that, the committee heard SB 320 on administrative efficiency in public schools, which would reduce district mandates, expand teacher apprenticeship and multi-year contracts, create a 10-year renewable professional certificate, simplify testing and accountability rules, increase flexibility for district finances and facilities planning, and shift oversight of district-run VPK programs to school districts. Senators Gaetz and Berman questioned the impact on charter school funding, capital dollars, teacher contracts, and how the bill differed from last year’s version. The sponsor said charter schools would retain access to operational funds, the bill does not eliminate annual audits, and the main substantive change from last year was the multi-year teacher contract provision. Several organizations and district representatives waived in support of SB 320, while Florida Citizens Alliance testified in information, praising some testing and licensure changes but suggesting a cap on multi-year contracts and outside auditing safeguards. The sponsor closed by emphasizing that districts would still be subject to annual audits and that the bill is intended to give schools more flexibility and reduce bureaucracy. SB 320 was reported favorably on a roll call vote, and the committee then adjourned.

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• Sammy then became a SWAT team member, bringing his dedication and specialization with him, serving for
• The loss of such an exemplary man is not easy to accept, but it was made bearable by his dedication,
• Officer Riveros served with dedication, courage, and heart.

Summary: The Assembly convened after a quorum call, heard a prayer focused on self-reflection and leadership, and observed the Pledge of Allegiance led by Assembly Member LaShae Sharp-Collins, who also marked the day as Juneteenth. The body approved the previous day’s journal and handled several procedural motions, including unanimous-consent actions to suspend rules for adjournment-in-memory remarks, guest seating, re-referrals of multiple Senate bills to different committees, and the removal of AJR 9 from the consent calendar. The Assembly also re-referred AB 470 to the Communications and Conveyance Committee and, by roll call, suspended Joint Rule 62A to allow that committee to hear the bill on June 23; the motion passed 46-8. On the daily file, the clerk read a series of Senate bills on second reading, and the Assembly passed and retained all items on both the Assembly and Senate third-reading files. The second-day consent calendar included ACR 93, recognizing Aromatic L-Amino Acid Decarboxylase Deficiency Awareness Day, and ACR 95, recognizing the 2025 International Day of Yoga. Sixty-one coauthors were added to the resolutions, and both items were adopted by unanimous 64-0 votes. The chamber then heard adjournment-in-memory tributes from Assembly Members Rubio and Michelle Rodriguez for Baldwin Park Police Officer Samuel Riveros, who was killed in the line of duty. Both members praised his bravery, service, and dedication, and the Assembly observed a moment of silence. The session concluded with announcements that there would be no floor or check-in session on Friday, June 19, and that the Assembly would reconvene Monday, June 23, at 1 p.m., before adjourning on motion.

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• Thank you for your dedication to the children of Minnesota.
• Thank you for your dedication to the children of Minnesota.
• Thank you for your dedication to the children of Minnesota.
• Thank you for your dedication to the children of Minnesota.
• And this would not be possible without the dedicated care and attention given by our daycare teachers

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• But there is Senator Glenn Gruenhagen, a dedicated public servant with a long history of standing up
• But there are two other people that are here, and Senator Glenn Gruenhagen, a dedicated public servant
• But there are two other people that are here, and Senator Glenn Gruenhagen, a dedicated public servant
• But there are two other people that are here, and Senator Glenn Gruenhagen, a dedicated public servant
• Senator Glenn Gruenhagen, a dedicated public servant with a long history of standing up for Minnesota

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Summary: The committee convened for an opening discussion of the 2025 Human Services session, with members emphasizing bipartisan collaboration, the committee’s mission to strengthen support systems for Minnesotans, and a focus on helping vulnerable people thrive. The chair and members welcomed new and returning senators and staff, including new pages and interim committee administration, and several members briefly introduced themselves and their backgrounds in public service and human services work. Members identified the main issues they expect to address this session: workforce shortages in human services professions, long-term care, program integrity, and efforts to limit waste, fraud, and abuse so funding reaches people who need it most. The chair also previewed upcoming hearings on eligibility and redeterminations for people with disabilities, MnCHOICES reassessments, assisted living and provider payment delays, and updates on direct care and treatment, noting that more detailed discussion would come in later meetings. The committee then received a budget overview from fiscal analyst Kyle Raymond. He explained the combined Health and Human Services budget area, noted jurisdiction changes tied to the creation of the Department of Children, Youth, and Families and the planned separation of Direct Care and Treatment, and said some figures may differ from the November forecast because of those shifts. He outlined the major funding sources for the budget area, including federal funds and the general fund, and said the presentation would focus on the fiscal year 2026-2027 budget the legislature will be considering.

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• earmark 70% of the revenue for dedicated earmark 70% of the revenue for dedicated funding<00:18:
• to buy in um there's no dedicated to buy in um there's no dedicated funding<01:02:20.279> for
• They have dedicated significant time to addressing multiple bills and acts.
• They have dedicated significant time to addressing multiple bills and acts.
• They have dedicated significant time to addressing multiple bills and acts.

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