Transcript Highlights:

• This space includes customer service desks to assist licensees, office areas for staff, and boardrooms
• Water allocation staff in our Western region have raised concerns about declining groundwater levels
• Now there are benefits to younger staff, including energy and ambition.
• He and his staff do an excellent job.
• He and his staff do an excellent job.

Summary: The House Resources and Conservation Committee met to consider several RS drafts and receive agency updates. The committee introduced RS 33151, described as a federalism bill intended to clarify state and federal roles in Idaho code; RS 33217, which would clarify distribution of the big game depredation fund so remaining money is paid pro rata to farmers and ranchers; RS 33284, proposing hunting as Idaho’s state sport; and RS 33287 C1, a revised version of a prior bill related to notice language and fish and game issues. RS 313185 was removed from the agenda at the sponsor’s request. The committee also approved pending rule docket 24-3501-2501 for the Outfitters and Guides Licensing Board. The committee then heard an extensive update from the Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses. Officials said the division now oversees more than 259,000 licenses across 44 boards and three safety programs, has consolidated offices and systems to improve efficiency, and is moving toward two-year renewals and more function-based organization. They also outlined upcoming executive legislation on controlled substances, board consolidations, and unified disciplinary procedures, and reported on fee reductions, zero-based rulemaking, and board cash-balance corrections under prior legislation. The Department of Water Resources and the Idaho Water Resource Board provided lengthy presentations on budget holdbacks, water administration, groundwater conditions, recharge, cloud seeding, the Bear River Compact, and a proposed merger with the Soil and Water Conservation Commission. Director Weaver described budget reductions, staffing challenges, delivery-call enforcement on the Eastern Snake Plain, expansion of groundwater administration into tributary basins, and new monitoring and modeling work in the Treasure Valley. Chairman Raybould reviewed state water funding, recharge and canal-efficiency projects, cloud seeding, and the ESPA sustainability program, including grants for groundwater-to-surface-water conversion and telemetry. The committee asked questions about aquifer management, canal lining and recharge, Bear River depletion rights, and conversion projects. The meeting ended with approval of the February 3 minutes and notice that another RS would likely be taken up at the final meeting later in the week.

Transcript Highlights:

• This space includes customer service desks to assist licensees, office areas for staff, and boardrooms
• Water allocation staff in our Western Region have raised concerns about declining groundwater levels
• Now there are benefits to the younger staff, including energy and ambition.
• He and his staff do an excellent job.
• He and his staff do an excellent job.

Committee: House Resources and Conservation

Keywords: 989, all

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• I'm Jared Sachs, staff to the committee.
• Are there any questions for our staff? Senator Conway?
• With that, and I don't see any other questions for our staff.
• Are there any questions for staff on that bill? Okay, go ahead.
• Jared Sachs, staff to the committee.

Summary: The Labor and Commerce Committee held public hearings and later executive action on several bills. Senate Bill 6158, by request of L&I, would update factory-built housing and commercial structure rules to incorporate International Code Council standards and allow qualified third-party inspectors approved by L&I; the sponsor said it would make modular housing inspections more efficient and cost-effective, and L&I supported it with a requested technical amendment and no fiscal impact. Senate Bill 6197 would separate plumbing discipline standards for residential and nonresidential work, allowing suspension after five infractions in five years for nonresidential violations while keeping the current three-in-36-month standard for residential work; supporters from mechanical contractors, union plumbers, and a plumbing advisory board member said it would curb unlicensed work and unsafe practices, while opponents from contractor groups and some plumbing businesses argued it was too punitive, did not adequately distinguish commercial service from construction, and should be refined. L&I said it needed time to implement and asked for a later effective date. During executive session, the committee adopted a proposed substitute and advanced Senate Bill 5437, which voids noncompetition covenants, with a delayed effective date and other conforming changes; some Republicans opposed it as too broad. The committee also advanced Senate Bill 6117, which would extend PERC jurisdiction and state collective-bargaining protections if federal labor law no longer applies, after rejecting an amendment that would have narrowed coverage further. Senate Bill 5852, dealing with immigrant worker protections during federal I-9 inspections, advanced after the committee rejected an amendment to remove the private right of action. Senate Bill 5847, on workers’ compensation medical care and treatment access, advanced with an amendment removing penalty provisions and another adding claims manager positions; the bill was sent to Ways and Means. Senate Bills 6067 and 6136 also advanced, the former changing workers’ compensation health benefit calculations and the latter requiring L&I to publish actuarially indicated industrial insurance rates. The committee then heard Senate Bill 6302, which would address misclassification in finishing trades on public works by limiting contractors and subcontractors to no more than two independent contractors on covered finishing work such as drywall, flooring, tile, painting, and glazier work, with violators treated as employees for prevailing wage and workers’ compensation purposes. Supporters from building trades and pipefitters said the bill would reduce misclassification, protect workers, and level the playing field; opponents from general contractors and contractor associations said it would effectively ban legitimate independent contractors, reduce flexibility on public projects, and hurt small businesses. L&I said it had clarifying questions about how the cap would apply and asked for more specificity.

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• So, these programs can be operated by a district or charter themselves by their own staff, or they can
• In 2016, LFC conducted an evaluation of virtual programs, and the following year, LESC staff and LFC
• In 2016, LFC conducted an evaluation of virtual programs, and the following year, LESC staff and LFC
• In 2016, LFC conducted an evaluation of virtual programs, and the following year, LESC staff and LFC
• My staff may have it; they can probably pull it up pretty quickly.

Committee: Senate Senate Finance

Keywords: 996, all

Transcript Highlights:

• If you require, uh, assistance in registering or testifying, please contact committee staff.
• employees working in early voting and then you stop early voting, and now you can switch your whole staff
• You have, you have staff and actually a lot of staff are working early voting polls and it ends and you
• You would be doing early voting with the staff there and you're going to have a whole new staff to go
• And many counties have to have temporary staff to do this because they don't have staff to do it.

Bills: HB311

Committee: House Elections

Keywords: flood hazards, recreational vehicles, temporary dwelling structures, Texas Water Development Board, flood safety standards, emergency management

Transcript Highlights:

• If you require assistance in registering or testifying, please contact committee staff.
• You can switch your whole staff to working on election day, and you're going to have to do all these
• You have staff, and actually a lot of staff are working early voting polls.
• You'd be doing early voting with the staff there, and you're going to have a whole new staff to go out
• Many counties have to employ temporary staff to do this because they don't have the resources.

Bills: HB311 , SB447 , SB505 , SB2217 , SB2753 , HB311

Committee: House Elections

Keywords: voter registration, electronic, Texas election law, Signature verification, DPS, internet application, Texas Election Code, signature verification, online application, data security, electronic application, Department of Public Safety, information security, electronic voter registration, voting technology, voter access, state election laws, digital signature, election irregularities, audit

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• One of the things that they do is when they drop it, they may say what it would cost the staff, but it
• One of the things that they do is when they drop it, they may say what it would cost the staff, but it
• “And we've worked with the Senate staff, Senate Finance, to amend this bill to get a little bit better
• And you need staff that is skilled enough to perform these duties; it's just almost...” “...impossible
• Thank you for the good work from your staff. I've really appreciated all their hard work this year.

Summary: The committee first heard Senate Bill 319, which would tighten and standardize voter identification rules at polling places. Senator Presley and Secretary of State Nancy Landry said the bill replaces the current “generally recognized” photo ID standard with a specific list of acceptable IDs, removes the affidavit-only option, and allows voters without a photo ID to cast a conditional paper ballot at the registrar of voters office or during early voting if they later provide approved documentation within two days after the election. Supporters argued the bill improves consistency, election integrity, and poll-worker guidance while still preserving access through alternative documents and free state IDs; opponents warned it could create confusion and burden seniors, students, homeless voters, and others without easy access to the required documents. After debate, the committee reported SB 319 favorably by a 7-2 vote. The committee then approved Senate Bill 202, which adds one day of compensated meeting time for parish boards of election supervisors in certain elections, and Senate Bill 25, which revises the compensation schedule for registrars of voters and related staff. SB 25 was amended to remove outdated step references and make conforming technical changes, and supporters said the pay structure has not been updated since 2007 despite increased duties and workload. The committee also adopted and reported favorably Senate Concurrent Resolution 29, creating a legislative study committee on water quality in the Chafalalaya Basin, and House Concurrent Resolution 85, creating a task force on illegal dumping, both with technical amendments. In addition, the committee advanced Senate Concurrent Resolution 63, which asks the legislative auditor to review how fiscal notes are prepared during session, and Senate Concurrent Resolution 33, which creates a work-based learning coordination task force to improve alignment among education, workforce, and employer partners. SCR 33 was amended to change the appointing authority for two members. The committee also approved Senate Concurrent Resolution 5, establishing the Louisiana-Ireland Trade Commission, and House Resolution 196, which creates a study committee on the impact of fallen trees on residential property and insurance issues. Several of these measures were supported by agency representatives or outside groups, and the committee adopted technical amendments where needed before reporting the bills and resolutions favorably.

Transcript Highlights:

• I've been here a few times on this, and the staff has been incredible.
• I mean, I've been here a few times on this, and the staff has been incredible.
• And you may want staff to give you a better explanation than I just did.
• And honestly, I think staff was incredible the way they kind of like ducked and dived and found a way
• When talking with staff, we do know that they have more than 170 vacancies.

Bills: SB83 , SB135 , SB143 , SB155 , SB157 , SB202 , SB237 , SB261 , SB276 , SB295 , SB450 , SB465 , SB506 , HB1070

Committee: Senate Finance

Keywords: human trafficking, trafficking prevention, school safety, public schools, elementary and secondary education, charter schools, mandatory reporting, victim identification, victim services, child trafficking, sex trafficking, labor trafficking, commercial sexual activity, DCFS, Department of Children and Family Services, Louisiana State Police, governor's office of human trafficking prevention, counselor training, mental health professional, administrator training

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• </c> by the staff and you're agree to that. by the staff and you're agree to that.
• I'm attorney Marissa Shoots, staff attorney for the Public Utilities Commission.
• Um attorney Marissa Shoots, uh staff &gt;&gt; Hi.
• Um attorney Marissa Shoots, uh staff attorney<00:15:45.040><c> for</c><00:15:45.199><c> the</c><00:15
• </c><00:21:32.480><c> RSA</c> &gt;&gt; and this is a question for the staff RSA &gt;&gt; and this is

Keywords: 1189, house, all

Summary: The committee first approved the minutes and adopted the consent calendar without objection. It then took up Department of Safety Rule 25161 on administrative license suspension forms. After discussion of a staff concern that the rule text should expressly require a defendant’s signature or refusal to sign, and the officer’s witness signature, the agency agreed to revised language. The committee voted to grant conditional approval with those edits. The committee next considered Department of Agriculture rule 192, concerning importation of bovines and domestic animals. Staff identified several issues, including an overly broad federal citation, an unclear definition of infection, a possible conflict between provisions on telephone-issued permits and documents that must be carried, and missing struck-through repeal language. Because the department had not proposed written fixes, members moved to postpone the item until next month, and the motion passed. A second Agriculture item, 25207, was discussed as a long-expired set of rules that the agency said were still needed to run its programs; the committee granted conditional approval. The Public Utilities Commission’s competitive natural gas supplier and aggregator rules prompted the most extensive debate. Staff argued the cited statutes did not clearly authorize the commission to impose fines on natural gas suppliers, while the agency responded that authority could be read from related Department of Energy transition language and general rulemaking provisions. Members discussed whether the issue reflected a statutory gap created when responsibilities were split between the Department of Energy and the commission. The committee ultimately voted to waive and postpone the item to next month so the attorneys could work out the authority question. The committee also postponed Department of Energy items 219 and 220 at the agency’s request, and it noted that the Liquor Commission’s emergency rule had been revised to reduce reporting from monthly to quarterly before being reissued, with the item also postponed.

Transcript Highlights:

• We give thanks for the dedication of these senators and staff, their sacrifices of their families in
• But I certainly Appreciate you kind of recognizing our staff, our families, all that make this possible
• Lenore Lenonho and our amazing chief clerk, who I'm so and the entire staff.
• Please give a big round of applause for my staff. in the Lieutenant Governor's Office.
• Thank you for allowing me and my family and my staff to serve you in this role, and even though.

Bills: SB273 , SB37 , SB100

Keywords: SB273, appropriations, general fund, hold harmless, local government finance, municipal revenue, county revenue, correctional facility, jail contract, private prison, detention facility, immigration detention, revenue bonds, clawback, child welfare, juvenile justice, protective services, school improvement, New MexiCare, aging services

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• and that's each day that the student receives supervision, instruction, or services from the school staff
• </c> from the school staff. from the school staff.
• So, thank you to Christina Pah and Marie Lewis and Bjora Arnison, our nonpartisan staff.
• So, thank you to Christina Pah and Marie Lewis and Bjora Arnison, our nonpartisan staff.
• </c> any friends or family that are staff any friends or family that are staff here<00:30:12.799><c>

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

Transcript Highlights:

• I'll remind you that all invited panelists, including agency staff, must register to testify on the kiosks
• Welcome. uh, so before I turn it over to the vice chair, I want to introduce my committee staff who will
• First, there's my chief of staff and committee director, Laremy Stroud.
• I will now turn it over to Vice Chair Morales to introduce his staff and make a few remarks.
• So we pay our staff out of the fund federal funds that we receive.

Committee: House Energy Resources

Transcript Highlights:

• First, there's my chief of staff... ...and committee director, Laramie Stroud.
• Morales to introduce his staff and make a few remarks. Chair recognizes Vice-Chair Morales.
• So we pay our staff out of the federal funds that we receive.
• Most of our staff is federally funded. Yes, it would have consequences.
• You and your staff see this on a daily basis.

Committee: House Energy Resources

Keywords: 1184, house, all

Transcript Highlights:

• I want to thank all of the elected leaders, city managers, and staff in those communities, as well as
• I have been blessed with incredible staff along the way.
• Thank you to the president's office staff, the committee staff, and the secretary's office staff for

Summary: The Senate convened in special session with a quorum present, opened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, and then read the Governor’s proclamation calling the session. The special session was called to consider property tax-related legislation, including a proposed constitutional amendment affecting assessment caps, homestead exemptions, and limits on county and municipal ad valorem taxes, along with related implementing measures such as ballot language, taxpayer notices, supermajority requirements for tax increases above the rolled-back rate, and a public website showing estimated savings for homestead properties. The bills filed within the call were read for the first time: Senate Joint Resolution 2F by Senator Avila and Senate Bill 4F by Senator Avila, both referred to Appropriations. The Rules Chair announced the Appropriations Committee would meet later that day, and the Senate adopted motions to waive rules and place both measures on the special order calendar for Tuesday, June 2, with an amendment deadline one hour before convening. The Senate also adopted a motion sending any bills filed outside the call to the Rules Committee for review. The chamber then heard farewell remarks from Senators Hooper and Polsky, who reflected on their service and thanked colleagues, staff, and constituents. Senator Hooper emphasized respect and kindness in public service, while Senator Polsky thanked local officials, staff, caucus members, and family, and noted the importance of bipartisan work. The Senate adjourned until 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, June 2, or upon the President’s call.

Transcript Highlights:

• I want to thank all of the elected leaders, city managers, and staff in those communities, as well as
• I have been blessed with incredible staff along the way.
• Thank you to the President's Office staff, the committee staff, and the Secretary's Office staff for

Summary: The Senate convened in special session with a quorum present, opened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, and then read the governor’s proclamation calling the session. The proclamation said the special session was for property tax relief measures, including a proposed constitutional amendment affecting assessment caps, homestead exemptions, and local ad valorem tax limits, along with related implementing legislation on ballot language, taxpayer notices, supermajority voting requirements for tax increases, and a public website showing estimated savings. The secretary read the bills filed within the call: Senate Joint Resolution 2F by Senator Avila, proposing constitutional amendments to Article 7 and Article 12 to revise annual assessment limits, increase the homestead exemption, limit county and municipal ad valorem taxes, and create a trust fund; and Senate Bill 4F by Senator Avila, relating to property tax administration. Both were referred to Appropriations. The Rules Chair announced the Appropriations Committee would meet later that day, and the Senate adopted motions to waive rules, place SJR 2F and SB 4F on the special order calendar for June 2 with an amendment deadline one hour before convening, establish the special order calendar for the rest of special session by website publication and announcement, and send any bills filed outside the call to Rules for review. The chamber then heard farewell remarks from Senators Hooper and Polsky, who were leaving the Senate. Hooper reflected on his long public service and said he hoped to be remembered for treating others with respect and kindness. Polsky thanked constituents, staff, colleagues, and family, and spoke about his years representing communities in South Florida. The Senate then adjourned until 9:00 a.m. the next day, or upon the President’s call, for committee meetings and other business.

Transcript Highlights:

• I want to thank all of the elected leaders, city managers, and staff in those communities, as well as
• I have been blessed with incredible staff along the way.
• Thank you to the President's office staff, the committee staff, and the Secretary's office staff for

Keywords: 999, senate, all

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• Chairman and members, Michaela Andrews, JLBC staff. Mr.
• Chairman and members, Michaela Andrews, JLBC staff.
• Any other questions for staff? Mr. Chairman, I just want to clarify.
• Any other questions for staff?
• 2026, and the 15th of every month thereafter through December 2026, SOS shall submit a report to JLBC staff

Committee: Joint Joint Legislative Budget Committee

Keywords: 1182, all

Transcript Highlights:

• For the record, Saranda Ross, staff to this committee.
• And the only funding that WASAC receives for this board accounts for one FTE to staff the board, which
• I'm very, I will say from a staff perspective, I'm incredibly grateful for the Legislature's LEAP Committee
• not able to be here today, so we'll go right on to public testimony unless folks have questions of staff
• of committee members want that, so if you folks have potential amendments please get those to our staff

Bills: SB5963

Committee: House Postsecondary Education & Workforce

Keywords: SB 5963, passport to careers, Washington College Grant, financial aid, higher education, student aid, need-based aid, college affordability, postsecondary education, workforce development, apprenticeship, foster youth, homeless students, unaccompanied youth, low-income students, public assistance, state financial aid account, scholarships, Washington student grants, grant eligibility

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• To this team and their coaching staff, you've brought great pride to this Senate floor and to this state
• To this team and their coaching staff, you've brought great pride to this Senate floor into this state
• privilege to introduce and welcome to the Senate, in the South Gallery, some of the players, coaches, staff
• members Nick O'Brien, Philip Kleiman, Yeager Felton, Connor Lofy, Mikey Sherlock, Jaden Bouton, and staff
• Would the UW men's soccer team and staff please stand and be recognized by the members of the Senate.

Keywords: 904, all

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• The center within the elementary school has staff mostly from outside of New Mexico for the core teachers
• Representative Johnson, I just wanted to thank our staff.
• I want to acknowledge Carmen Martin, who is one of the staff here and the account maintenance specialist
• The rest of the staff are currently out to lunch, so please help me thank them.
• Thank you to our staff and our hostess. Great meeting, and we are adjourned.

Committee: House House Government, Elections & Indian Affairs