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• Sanders and Jacob Montoya of the Pinal County Sheriff's Office, in coordination with the Cochise County
• , and Pinal County.
• , and Pinal County.
• I also want to thank Cochise County deputies and the Cochise County Sheriff's Department for everything
• I also want to thank Cochise County deputies and Cochise County Sheriff's Department for everything they

Keywords: 1182, all

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• In the recent challenge to that statute and the authority to regulate abortion in State ex rel.
• Board of County Commissioners, the Supreme Court said and found—and I'm reading from the Department of
• The Training Council already has that authority. So anyway, I'm talking this bill too much.
• , which is the 911 emergency dispatch center located in Doña Ana County.
• He's from the Eddy County Sheriff's Office.

Bills: SB30 , SB43 , SB50 , SB136

Committee: Senate Senate Judiciary

Keywords: SB30, induced abortion, abortion reporting, vital statistics, public health reporting, medical records, health care providers, repeal, New Mexico, pregnancy termination, abortion data, state reporting requirements, confidentiality, reproductive health, parole, life imprisonment, rehabilitation, criminal justice, victim rights, law enforcement

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• He has no choice but to continue paying his bills through county benefits and doesn't have a way to become
• So I want to close by thanking Representative Holland, our chief author, Senator Putnam, Representative
• So I want to close by thanking Representative Holland, our chief author, Senator Putnam, Representative
• and</c><00:10:24.160><c> our</c> representative Holland and our representative Holland and our co-authors
• here representative of Smith co-authors here representative of Smith and<00:10:26.640><c> Norris</c>

Keywords: 1183, house

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• Her mom serves as one of our Circuit Court judges in Shelby County, so welcome to the state house.
• HB403 would authorize the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) to create a criminal enterprise database
• This would just authorize ALEA if we ever allocate the funding in the future.
• Yes, sir, because as you well know, crime and criminals do not adhere to county borders or city limits
• A crime committed in Shelby County by some criminals can affect your area.

Bills: HB403 , HB224

Committee: House Public Safety and Homeland Security

Keywords: criminal enterprise, database, law enforcement, data privacy, criminal justice, HB224, Alabama, obstructing governmental operations, first responder, emergency responder, police, firefighter, EMT, paramedic, public safety, harassment, interference with emergency personnel, crime, Class A misdemeanor, emergency scene

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• If anyone has not read the authority.
• There's a multi-county populations.
• ,</c> in Mille Lacs and Mille Lacs County, in Mille Lacs and Mille Lacs County, they're<01:00:18.840>
• The city, recently, uh,<01:08:41.480><c> we</c><01:08:41.640><c> authorized</c> uh, we authorized uh,
• Speaker, point of order. without authorization. While illegal without authorization.

Keywords: 1183, house

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• </c> juvenile division, as a Cook County juvenile division, as a Cook County assistant<00:35:15.040><
• </c> black circuit judge in DuPage County. black circuit judge in DuPage County.
• </c> alumni community of women authoring alumni community of women authoring change.<00:47:17.680><c>
• </c> Whereas Hortman was proud to author Whereas Hortman was proud to author Minnesota's<00:58:49.040
• not authorize this mess.

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, 1012, house, all

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• That's in Maricopa County.
• I have the Honorable Bruce Bracker, former Santa Cruz County supervisor.
• He later joined the Pinal County Sheriff's Office as a deputy.
• Municipal and county measures standing; Government.
• Appropriations, Transportation, State Authority. Judiciary and Elections.

Summary: The Arizona Senate convened for opening day of the second regular session of the 57th Legislature with ceremonial prayers, the presentation of colors, the Pledge of Allegiance, and the national anthem. Senate President Warren Petersen gave a farewell-style address highlighting his efforts to shift power toward members and committee chairs, preserve conservative policies, and deliver annual tax cuts, including a projected $1 billion cut this year. The chamber then recessed for an opening-day speech by Grand Canyon University President Brian Mueller, who spoke about Arizona’s labor-force needs, workforce training, and GCU’s role in expanding access to education and middle-class jobs, including apprenticeships and technical programs tied to local employers. After returning to order, the Senate adopted its organizational rules for the session, including suspending rules so bills and resolutions could be read by number and short title only on first and second reading and by number and title only on third and final reading. Members also approved a motion to notify the House and Governor that the Senate was organized and ready for business, and the House later reported that it was likewise organized. The chamber then adopted a proposed amendment to Senate Rule 7A and the rules of the 57th Legislature, and the President announced committee assignments for standing and statutory committees, including Appropriations, Education, Finance, Government, Military Affairs and Border Security, Natural Resources, Rules, Legislative Council, Legislative Audit, and the Joint Legislative Budget Committee. The remainder of the session focused on points of personal privilege, with senators introducing family members, constituents, local officials, school leaders, law enforcement officers, tribal leaders, and advocacy guests. Several members used the occasion to emphasize issues they expect to work on this session, including education, public safety, housing, water, early childhood services, veterans, border security, and workforce development. The Senate also received a motion to request House consent for an adjournment schedule, and the body adjourned until Wednesday, January 14, 2026, at 1:15 p.m. after announcing upcoming committee meetings and the first batch of bill introductions and references.

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• It passed overwhelmingly in every single county in the state.
• Overwhelmingly, it passed every single county in the state.
• Overwhelmingly, it passed every single county in the state.
• In Orange County, it succeeded with more than 74% of the vote.
• Members, this is for co-authors. All members vote who desire to vote.

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• And I really encourage you County.
• </c> good concerns and that the author good concerns and that the author recognizes.<00:25:46.159><c>
• And then that is allocated to metro counties, county state-aid highways, larger cities, small cities,
• And then that is allocated to metro counties, county state-aid highways, larger cities, small cities,
• Thank you to all the co-authors.

Committee: House Transportation Finance and Policy

Keywords: 1183, house

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• and partly in McLean County, and there was some controversy because Is partly in Burleigh County and
• County.
• offering services in 53 counties for two years.
• , and Parents as Teachers, there's three counties.
• And there's a map in here that shows the numbers by county.

Committee: Joint Protection and Victim Services Committee

Keywords: 908, all

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• author wishes.
• </c><00:09:34.840><c> a</c> said, "Would you be an author a said, "Would you be an author a co-author
• </c> co-author?" And I definitely right away. co-author?" And I definitely right away.
• ><c> authorizations</c> those special authorizations those special authorizations allow<00:39:12.000>
• County. County.

Bills: HF4145 , HF4009 , HF4304 , SF2511 , HF4090 , HF357 , HF901

Committee: House Commerce Finance and Policy

Keywords: alcohol consumption, nursing homes, assisted living, resident activities, Minnesota Statutes, seasonal liquor licenses, resorts, intoxicating liquor, county board, Brainerd, Northern Pacific Center, event center, liquor license, on-sale license, alcohol sales, special law, local option, Minnesota liquor law, chapter 340A, Sunday sales

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• Charles County at the St.
• </c><02:00:04.400><c> Charles</c><02:00:04.719><c> County</c> Charles County at the St.
• Charles County Charles County at the St. Charles County Ambulance<02:00:05.599><c> District.
• He joined the Skyler County enforcement.
• </c><03:36:14.960><c> were</c> acknowledged their authority were acknowledged their authority were sinners

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Friday, December 12, 2025, 1012, house, all

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• Chair, I'd like to welcome up former council and current head of the Boston Housing Authority administrator
• I have the honor of leading the Boston Housing Authority, and I'm here before you today in support of
• County from Register Oberding and Register De Oliveira.
• Dukes County as well, and I believe also from Hampshire County from Register Oberding and Register De
• I'm the town administrator for the town of Ashfield in Franklin County, and I appreciate allowing me

Committee: Joint Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The joint committee held a public hearing on several bills covering state administration, land/public housing redevelopment, construction safety, memorialization, records management, rural grant equity, and animal research. Testimony in support of H. 3329 described an inequity in the Governor’s Council reimbursement statute, which currently cuts off travel, meals, and lodging reimbursement after four terms; the witnesses argued this disproportionately burdens members from western Massachusetts and creates geographic and economic barriers to service. The Boston Housing Authority supported legislation for the Brighton/Faneuil Gardens area, saying it would allow a mixed-use redevelopment that replaces all existing public housing units one-for-one, adds new affordable housing, creates replacement rehearsal space for displaced musicians, and preserves prevailing wage standards. A major portion of the hearing focused on S. 2112, a construction safety bill. Suffolk Construction, Boston building trade representatives, and local inspectors testified that the measure would strengthen training, site safety standards, oversight of high-risk work, and enforcement, while helping protect workers and the public and improving retention and recruitment of inspectors. Witnesses said the bill would align Massachusetts more closely with higher safety standards in other states and build on lessons from past construction-related incidents. The committee also heard support for S. 2162, which would create a COVID-19 memorial; the witness emphasized the scale of pandemic deaths in Massachusetts and the educational value of public memorials. Other testimony addressed H. 3321, which would modernize records preservation for registers of deeds by reducing reliance on costly microfilm in an increasingly electronic system; the witness said current law is outdated and expensive. H. 3311, aimed at advancing equity for rural communities receiving state grants, drew support from town officials in Leyden and Ashfield, who said small towns lack staff for grant writing and should be evaluated more on need and regional impact, especially for climate and public safety projects. Finally, S. 2117, concerning animal research, was supported by an animal welfare advocate who urged prohibiting state funds for animal experiments and shifting to non-animal research methods. After the hearing concluded, the chairs noted that additional hearings and polling votes would follow, and the committee then adjourned.

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• And unfortunately, today recipients of county services and other folks partnering with the county, such
• My name is Nicole Heldt, and I'm a county commissioner in Clay County, Minnesota.
• My name is Nicole held it and I'm a county commissioner and the Clay County, Minnesota.
• In a Glynn County.
• County social workers in St. Louis County... will continue to use that if they work there today.

Bills: HF3454 , HF3917 , HF2906 , HF3832 , HF3769

Committee: House Health Finance and Policy

Keywords: social work, licensure, employment titles, health occupations, professional standards, medication repository, drug donation, healthcare, Minnesota Statutes, pharmacy, public health, controlled substances, psilocybin, psilocin, psychedelic, psychedelic medicine, hallucinogen, mushrooms, magic mushrooms, therapeutic use

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• Sacramento, Placer, and Yolo County CASA programs.
• Sacramento, Placer, and Yolo County CASA programs.
• Sacramento, Placer, and Yolo County CASA programs.
• Fire Marshal Steve Albert from Contra Costa County Fire Protection District.
• For many of my constituents, South Bay, and I know that's the same in Orange County.

Summary: The Senate opened with a quorum call, prayer, and the Pledge of Allegiance, then took up several floor items. AB 108, a budget bill, was presented as a one-time $25 million grant program through HCAI to help severely distressed nonprofit and public hospitals with less than 10 days cash on hand and limited other options, along with a technical fix for the property tax postponement program. Senators Laird and Jones spoke in support, and the bill passed 36-0 with immediate transmittal granted. The chamber then adopted a series of resolutions recognizing CASA Appreciation Day (SCR 162), California Wildfire Preparedness Week (SCR 165), California Rail Month (SCR 84), the National Day of Prayer (SCR 153), and Mother’s Day (SCR 167). Floor remarks highlighted the role of CASA volunteers, year-round wildfire risk and local preparedness efforts, rail’s importance to mobility and climate goals, faith and prayer as sources of guidance, and the contributions of mothers and mother figures. All of these resolutions passed, with SCR 153 receiving one no vote and the others passing unanimously or near-unanimously. The Senate also passed SB 1175, which moves lobbyist registration and related filings directly to the Secretary of State to improve timeliness and transparency; SB 949, designating the Santa Cruz Mountains as a landscape of statewide significance; SB 1038, strengthening CalPERS audit notice requirements for unions; and SB 965, making it easier for 16- and 17-year-olds to obtain library cards without a parent physically present. Each measure received supportive remarks and passed on strong roll calls. Later, the Senate adopted SR 106 marking Black April Memorial Month and honoring Vietnamese refugees and the Vietnamese American community, with members speaking about the fall of Saigon, refugee sacrifice, and the community’s contributions. The session concluded with committee announcements and an adjournment in memory of Dan Hughes, a former reserve officer, firefighter paramedic, and longtime parks district board member. The Senate announced it would reconvene on Monday, May 11, 2026.

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• Gentleman from Green County. Gentleman from Green County. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
• But there's an individual here, my county assessor from Taney County, Davy Wilson.
• Louis County. Does the lady from St. Louis County yield? I do. Proceed. Thank you.
• Louis County. Gentleman from St. Louis County. Thank you, Madam Speaker.
• Louis City County—St.

Keywords: 959, house, all

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• County.
• There was a death in Snohomish County.
• to county.
• frustrated by the variances between Snohomish County, King County, and Pierce County: when I'm supposed
• Before us now is House Bill 2543 related to county clerk fees.

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

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• I’m in Jefferson County. We serve the Greater Quimper Peninsula.
• We also provide voices to all of the nonprofits in Jefferson County.
• We deployed a Department of Corrections team to help with Skagit County and Whatcom County.
• And again, that was needed because the counties that, And Whatcom County, and again, that was needed
• Is that why some counties aren't connected?

Summary: The committee held a public hearing on House Bill 2579, which would create a Public Media Broadcaster Program and a Digital Equity Program funded by a 20-cent-per-line monthly tax on wireless, prepaid wireless, VoIP, and landline service. Staff explained that 80% of the revenue would support public media grants, 20% would support digital equity grants, and a small share could be used for administration. The prime sponsor, Rep. Chris Stearns, and many public media, community media, and digital equity supporters testified that public radio and television provide emergency alerts, local news, education, training, and community connection, especially in rural and underserved areas, and that federal funding cuts have made state support more urgent. Several witnesses described how public media helped with emergency communications, youth training, Indigenous programming, and access to local information. Opposition came from CTIA and Washington Citizens Against Unfair Taxes. CTIA argued the tax would add to already high wireless taxes in Washington and would be regressive because low-income residents rely heavily on wireless service. Washington Citizens Against Unfair Taxes objected to the bill as another tax increase and said it would worsen affordability. One supporter said an amendment would be offered to address a misunderstanding in the fiscal note. No vote was taken on the bill during the hearing. The committee then received a cybersecurity and critical infrastructure briefing from state emergency management and cybersecurity officials. They described Washington’s layered cybersecurity model, the role of state agencies, the Fusion Center, WOTEC, the National Guard, and the Emergency Management Division, and the growing threat from ransomware, supply-chain attacks, and AI-enabled attacks. Members asked about volunteer cyber response capacity, the most vulnerable sectors, and whether the legislature should fund more real-time threat monitoring and intelligence sharing. Officials said the state is working to establish a volunteer cyber incident response team and that the main gap is real-time monitoring across participating local and private networks. The committee also heard updates on the December 2025 flooding response and wildfire resilience. Emergency management officials reported widespread flooding, landslides, power outages, evacuations, rescues, and infrastructure damage, but said mitigation investments helped prevent worse outcomes. They identified gaps in statewide alerting, search and rescue coordination, and local emergency management capacity, and said a statewide alert system like Oregon’s would require ongoing funding. In the wildfire update, DNR and partner agencies described increasing wildfire risk, the use of aircraft, AI-enabled detection cameras, and common operating pictures, and ongoing work on hazard and risk mapping, community wildfire preparedness, and home hardening. Members asked about predictive technology, sediment removal, and other mitigation tools, and officials said they are working with universities and federal partners to improve prevention and response.

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• I started my career in Orange County.
• I'm pretty intimately familiar with the fact that what works in Tulare County County is probably not
• what works in San Diego County.
• You all authorized Prius, the community reinvestment revitalization investment authorities.
• County. Yeah, sorry, Chair Szilagyi.

Committee: House Economic Development, Growth, and Household Impact

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• </c><00:14:51.839><c> by</c> Senate was was uh was authored by Senate was was uh was authored by Senator
• A bill that went through multiple committee hearings that the author, the chief author, was simultaneously
• ,<00:33:58.799><c> the</c><00:33:59.039><c> chief</c><00:33:59.279><c> author</c> author, the chief author
• author, the chief author was<00:34:01.559><c> simultaneously</c><00:34:02.559><c> having</c><00:34:02.960
• The authors in the Senate, the chief author, is a Democrat. The author in the House is a Democrat.

Keywords: 1183, house