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• And they took more advanced classes, Advanced Placement, IB, and honors classes. Thank you.
• And they took more advanced classes, Advanced Placement, IB, and honors classes. Thank you.
• We have four buckets: novice, approaching proficient, proficient, and advanced.
• Teal is proficient, and yellow is advanced.
• So our novice and our advanced both grew, so our advanced percentage is now higher than last year, and

Keywords: 908, all

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• We think a before anything is advanced.
• conversation as the technology advances conversation as the technology advances and<00:38:10.760
• Um, I'm a huge supporter of advancing our technology to use it to move forward.
• <01:58:13.240> our I'm a huge uh supporter of advancing our I'm a huge uh supporter of advancing
• around the corner in terms of advancing around the corner in terms of advancing technology.<02:02

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• voting is not theoretical: at least 11 communities across Massachusetts are already adopting or advancing
• RCV-related reforms. ...at least 11 communities across Massachusetts are already adopting or advancing
• We are happy to see Boston joined the growing list of cities and towns advancing home rule petitions
• I respectfully ask the committee to continue to support this grassroots effort and advance our petition
• Ultimately, the council voted to advance the petition.

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The Joint Committee on Election Laws held a hearing on ranked choice voting, focusing primarily on Boston’s home rule petition (H. 4262) and Bedford’s petition (H. 4916). Committee chairs Dan Hunt and Senator Keenan opened the hearing, explained the three-minute testimony limit, and noted that written testimony would also be accepted. The hearing featured testimony from a wide range of supporters, including advocacy organizations, community leaders, Boston City Council members, and Bedford residents. Witnesses generally argued that ranked choice voting would produce majority-supported winners, reduce vote-splitting and negative campaigning, encourage coalition-building, and give voters more freedom to rank candidates without fear of wasting their vote. Several speakers emphasized local control and said Boston and Bedford should be allowed to decide for themselves whether to adopt the system. Others highlighted potential benefits for women, historically marginalized communities, and voter participation more broadly. Boston councilors and supporters also described the city’s local approval process and said the proposal would still require voter ratification if enacted by the legislature. No opposition testimony was presented in the excerpt. The committee took no substantive vote on the bills during the hearing; after testimony concluded, the chairs thanked participants and the committee adjourned.

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• Um, and, you know, as technology advances, to me, it's vital to center the voices of people that are
• Um, and, you know, as technology advances, to me, it's vital to center the voices of people that are
• You know, as technology advances, to me, it's vital to center the voices of people that are going to
• You know, as technology advances, to me, it's vital to center the voices of people that are going to
• described of the technology is advancing described of the technology is advancing very<00:12:21.760

Keywords: 919, house, all

Summary: The committee held an informational discussion on three proposed bills authored by Representative Gottfried addressing artificial intelligence in the workplace. Gottfried said the bills are intended to create labor protections around AI use, focusing on mitigating harms to workers while preserving innovation. House File 4369 would require notice before implementing technology that could displace jobs and provide a transition period for retraining, reskilling, or upskilling. The other two bills would regulate electronic monitoring systems and automated decision systems by requiring pre- and post-use notice when used for substantive employment decisions, giving workers access to data and a right to appeal decisions based on inaccurate or erroneous data, and setting prohibited and permitted uses. Melissa Heising of the Minnesota AFL-CIO supported the overall approach and said the bills are an important step toward common-sense workplace AI regulation. She praised the notice, appeal, and anti-discrimination protections, but urged stronger provisions, including mandatory impact assessments, independent third-party review, regular updates, a cease-use requirement if discriminatory outcomes are found, and anti-retaliation protections for workers who raise concerns or refuse to follow harmful automated outputs. Committee members from both parties generally agreed that AI policy should balance worker protections, business competitiveness, and innovation, and several said the issue is urgent because the technology is advancing quickly. No vote was taken. Chair and members emphasized that the hearing was informational and that the bills were not formally before the committee for action. Several members expressed interest in continued discussion, and Representative Schultz said he had an interest in working with Representative Gottfried on the issue.

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• His research focuses on how artificial intelligence can be used to maximize innovation and advance human
• Rapid advances in AI capabilities hold great promise.
• Last month, the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform advanced legislation to sustain the
• To ensure that we have the folks in the agencies who can provide the expertise to advance AI adoption
• That being said, I think it's important to also recognize that technological advances like A.I. are only

Keywords: artificial intelligence, waste reduction, fraud prevention, government efficiency, improper payments, data reliability, oversight

Summary: The meeting was chaired by Chairman Schweikert and involved a comprehensive discussion on how to utilize artificial intelligence (AI) for reducing waste, fraud, and improper payments within federal programs. Key witnesses, including Mr. Andrew Canarsa from the Council of the Inspectors General, provided insights on the potential of AI in enhancing government efficiency. The committee emphasized the importance of reliable data and thorough examination of AI application to avoid unintended consequences while addressing the estimated $162 billion in improper payments reported by the federal government. Concerns were raised regarding the recent firing of inspectors general and the impacts that could have on oversight and accountability processes.

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• <00:23:54.200> by opportunity for career advancement by opportunity for career advancement
• <00:24:18.880> their<00:24:19.159> careers workers seeking to advance their careers
• workers seeking to advance their careers this<00:24:20.320> course<00:24:20.600> equips
• These are programs to help with the advancement of the employees, so, like I said, I would be happy to
• represent bakbury thanks for advancing represent bakbury thanks for advancing this<00:37:39.160>

Bills: HF1439, HF1004, HF498, HF1326

Keywords: HF1439, Minnesota Grocers Association Foundation, Carts to Careers, workforce development fund, DEED, Department of Employment and Economic Development, grocery industry, food industry, food retail, retail workforce, job training, career pathways, scholarships, certifications, workforce pipeline, one-time appropriation, industry training, labor shortage, youth employment, apprenticeship

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• The goal of this 24 hours at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting.
• So this could allow substantial issues to be brought up without any advance notice, including municipal
• -hour rule to automatically add such an application for approval to the agenda without giving the advance
• Without giving advance public notice.
• The public has a right to know in advance of the issues that are going to be decided.

Keywords: Scheduler, 973, house, all

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• We also recognize the enduring partnership between Black and Jewish communities in advancing civil rights
• LGBTQ Caucus, we know the Black and Brown activists were instrumental in igniting Stonewall and advancing
• Members, let's recommit ourselves to protecting that and advancing the dream of true justice and equality
• Vernal Brown advances peace and violence prevention strategies by working alongside residents, local
• Your continued leadership in advancing policies and partnerships that drive breakthrough innovation is

Summary: The Assembly met with a quorum call at the start, then proceeded with Black History Month observances, including a libation ceremony, the Pledge of Allegiance, and remarks emphasizing remembrance, ancestry, and the importance of honoring Black history. The chamber also handled routine procedural matters, including dispensing with the journal, re-referring certain Senate budget items to the Budget Committee, and allowing guest introductions and other unanimous-consent requests. The main floor action was on Assembly Concurrent Resolution 134, recognizing Black History Month. Members from multiple caucuses spoke in support, highlighting the historical contributions of Black Americans, the ongoing effects of slavery and segregation, the need to protect voting rights and education, and the importance of solidarity across communities. The resolution was adopted by voice vote after 74 co-authors were added. The Assembly also adopted Assembly Concurrent Resolution 132, declaring February 28 as Rare Disease Day. Members shared personal stories about ALS and other rare diseases, described barriers to diagnosis, treatment, and insurance coverage, and called for more research and support. The resolution received broad bipartisan support, with 71 co-authors added before adoption by voice vote. The chamber then recognized a series of Black History Month Unsung Heroes honorees, including community leaders, health professionals, advocates, and public servants, and later heard additional guest introductions. The meeting concluded with adjournments in memory of Peyton Trilling and John Jackson, followed by announcements and adjournment until February 26 at 9 a.m.

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• As Chairman and Chiia outlined, advanced transmission technologies are critical tools for unlocking the
• Um, in New York, advanced power flow control added 185 megawatts of transmission capacity, enough to
• But today DLR technology is much more advanced than it was in 2013, and often DLR doubles the amount
• Our core product is an advanced power flow controller, a semiconductor-based device that can be used
• computer, uh, computers and software, and the advanced modeling and machine learning.

Bills: HB 551, HB 1281, HB 1378, HB 1617, HB 2868, HB 2881, HB 3374, HB 4439, HB 4726, HB 4732, HB 4878, HB 4914, HB 4921, HB 4958, HB 5200, HB 5318, HB 5360, HB 5402, HB 5568, HB 5573, HB 5623, HJR 218

Keywords: political contributions, address privacy, Texas Ethics Commission, election transparency, campaign finance, international organizations, World Health Organization, jurisdiction, state law, enforcement, United Nations, World Economic Forum, attorney general, Texas attorney general, state sovereignty, legal enforcement, Texas Attorney General, electric energy storage, municipal regulation, county regulation

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• For example, there was one gentleman incarcerated at Hava with advanced dementia.
• When asked why he was advanced dementia.
• <00:50:28.000> healthc<00:50:28.319> care older they have um advanced healthc care
• :50:41.280> directive<00:50:41.680> that an advanced healthcare directive that an advanced
• <00:51:15.119> health<00:51:15.359> care could honor an advanced health care could

Keywords: 910, house, all

Summary: The Committee on Public Safety held an informational briefing on best practices for medical or compassionate release programs used by correctional systems nationwide and how Hawaii’s current approach compares. Kristen Johnson of the Hawaii Correctional System Oversight Commission introduced Molly Crane of Families for Justice Reform, noting that the commission, the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, and the Hawaii Paroling Authority have all been involved in developing proposed legislation, though the bill itself was written by community advocate Bob Merse. Crane described FAM’s work on justice reform and said the group has studied compassionate release programs across the country, including federal reforms, to help Hawaii align with best practices. Crane argued that compassionate release is intended for people who are too ill or cognitively impaired to pose a public-safety risk and who are often the most expensive and resource-intensive people to incarcerate. She said Hawaii is the only state without a compassionate release statute and currently relies on an agency policy, which she described as complex and slow. She cited examples of severe medical cases in custody, including people with advanced dementia, multiple sclerosis, kidney failure, and hospice needs, and said the burden on correctional medical staff, overtime, off-site transport, and specialized care can consume a disproportionate share of staff time and state resources. She also said the recidivism rate for this population is under 1 percent, citing Vera Institute research. Members asked about the source of the recidivism figure, how a statute would streamline the process, and why the issue had not advanced in the past. Crane said the proposed bill would reduce layers in the process by moving cases from the medical director to the director and then to the Hawaii Paroling Authority, with a target timeline of about 30 business days from petition to hearing. Johnson said prior efforts failed in part because the agencies most affected were not included early in drafting and revision, and she said one attempt was vetoed, another was removed in conference committee, and another passed one chamber but did not advance. Johnson also explained that incarcerated people’s medical care is paid entirely by the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, with no private insurance or Medicaid/Medicare coverage while incarcerated, making severe cases a direct burden on state funds. No votes or formal actions were taken because the briefing was informational only.

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• Seeing none, Senator Stanley With no objection, I declare the bill will be advanced.
• I declare the bill to be advanced.
• Move for advancement at the appropriate time. Embers.
• Senator Weaver, Ashham's consent that the bill be advanced without objection.
• I declare the bill to be advanced.

Bills: SB540, HB1085, HB1484

Keywords: service warranty, administrative fees, financial statements, insurance, Oklahoma statutes, fentanyl, drug awareness, schools, substance abuse prevention, education policy, youth education, public health, 914, all

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• The substitute for House Bill 14 by Representative Cody Harris seeks to advance the development of a
• It creates the Texas Advanced Nuclear Energy Office within the governor's office.
• It creates the Texas Advanced Nuclear Development Fund as a dedicated account in general revenue.
• It creates the Texas Advanced Nuclear Energy Office within the governor's office.
• It creates the Texas Advanced Nuclear Development Fund as a dedicated account in general revenue.

Summary: The Senate Committee on Business and Commerce met with a quorum and took up a long list of House bills as pending business, voting to report many of them favorably to the full Senate. Bills reported favorably included HB 705, 1094, 2037, 3005, 3112, 3320, 3388, 3516, 3923, 4134, 4214, 4233, 4350, 4559, 4748, 4765, 5093, 5129, and 5196, with several also recommended for the local and uncontested calendar. Some measures were reported with committee substitutes, including HB 3516, HB 3848, HB 4211, and HB 14. HB 2488 and HB 3320 had some dissenting votes, while most other bills were approved unanimously or near-unanimously. The committee spent the most time on HB 14, which Senator Schwertner explained would create the Texas Advanced Nuclear Energy Office in the governor’s office and the Texas Advanced Nuclear Development Fund. The substitute would appropriate $350 million this biennium for reimbursement-based grants to support nuclear generation, supply chain development, pre-construction work, and construction-stage costs, with approval from the lieutenant governor, speaker, and governor. Senators Menendez and Nichols asked clarifying questions about whether the program involved grants rather than loans, how reimbursable grants would work, and who would evaluate applications; Schwertner said the program was modeled on the Enterprise Fund and that the grants would not be loans. After the committee had recessed, Senator Zaffirini asked to change her no votes on HB 4211 and HB 4233 to ayes so those bills could be placed on the local and uncontested calendar, while still registering no votes there. Senator Kolkhorst similarly asked to change her vote on HB 2488 to an aye for calendar purposes, while preserving her no vote. The committee then recessed again after completing its actions on the bills before it.

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• There's also a lot of talk, both at the DPU and in some other spaces, to try and advance that because
• There's also a lot of talk, both at the DPU and in some other spaces to try and advance that because
• The next area of the legislation is advancing interconnection reforms.
• I didn't have it on SMART, but advancing their own internal climate and clean energy... ...been cut on
• SMART, but advancing their own internal climate and clean energy goals, for which having ownership of

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The hearing focused on ways Massachusetts can accelerate solar deployment, lower costs, and preserve reliability as electricity demand rises and federal support for solar and other renewables changes. Chair Creem opened by emphasizing solar’s role in meeting climate mandates and peak demand, citing June heat-wave data showing behind-the-meter solar reduced wholesale prices and saved ratepayers money. Commissioner Elizabeth Mahoney of DOER said Massachusetts has grown from 3 MW of solar in 2008 to 3.5 GW today, highlighted SMART 3.0 as a flexible, evergreen incentive program, and said DOER is working on updated rates, interconnection reforms, flexible interconnection, net crediting, and a petition to the DPU to speed implementation. She also said Massachusetts joined the lawsuit over canceled federal Solar for All funding. Committee members and witnesses discussed several policy changes to speed projects before federal tax credits expire, including automated permitting, remote inspections, faster interconnection, and changes to caps on municipal and regional solar development. Senator Barrett pressed Mahoney on whether the 10 MW municipal cap and regional caps should be lifted, and on whether the state should increase its solar tax credit to offset the loss of the federal residential credit. Mahoney said the municipal cap should be revisited and that interconnection cost allocation and other market issues need to be worked out before lifting broader caps. She also said DOER is open to automated permitting and is already developing a permitting portal under the 2024 climate law. Industry and advocacy witnesses largely supported streamlining measures. Sunrun’s Bronte Payne urged removal of a proposed requirement that all net-metered facilities enroll in SMART, and recommended automated permitting, remote inspections, flexible interconnection, better hosting-capacity information, consumer protections, and continued support for Connected Solutions and virtual power plants. Permit Power’s Hannah Bernbaum and Solar App’s Matthew McAllister argued that smart permitting and remote inspections can significantly reduce soft costs and delays, with McAllister saying Solar App now operates in over 320 jurisdictions and saves about three weeks on average. They said remote inspections are already common and can be done safely with photos, video, and qualified third parties. Community solar and clean energy advocates, including CCSA’s Kate Daniel and Vote Solar’s Lindsay Griffin, supported a 10 GW solar target by 2035, a higher refundable state tax credit for low-income households, interconnection reforms, flexible interconnection, and preserving the option to build outside SMART so projects can retain renewable energy certificates. No votes were taken; the hearing was informational, and members requested follow-up materials and draft language from witnesses.

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• So, we're trying to advance that one as well.
• So, we're trying<00:06:53.199> to<00:06:53.440> advance<00:06:53.840> that<00:06
• trying to advance that one as well. trying to advance that one as well.
• <00:09:49.600> their amount, but it's enough to advance their amount, but it's enough to advance
• I'm kind of surprised that the Senate majority is advancing such large reforms that are more liberal

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• Seeing none, the bill will advance to the order of third reading of bills.
• Seeing none, the bill will advance to the order of third reading of bills.
• Seeing none, the bill will advance to the order of third reading of bills.
• Seeing none, the bill will advance to the order of third reading of bills.
• Seeing none, the bill will advance to the order of third reading of bills.

Summary: The Senate met with 33 members present and a quorum, then repeatedly recessed and reconvened to take up a large number of House bills and one Senate resolution. Early action included discharging several bills from committee and moving them to the General Orders calendar, including House Bills 4062, 4063, 4064, 5249, 4750, and 4644. The chamber also adopted Senate Resolution 135, recognizing the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States, after extended remarks by Senator Cherry reflecting on American ideals and the nation’s history. Later, the Senate considered additional bills dealing with political activity, public health, foster care and adoption, the Michigan Vehicle Code, military leave, tax and insurance matters, child care licensing, open meetings, school code, property conveyance, juvenile diversion, and child abduction broadcasts. Most bills advanced with little or no debate, though several members offered amendments or floor substitutes that were adopted, withdrawn, or ruled out of order. Senator McBroom gave multiple no-vote explanations, objecting to the political-activity bills as restrictions on speech and association, and later criticizing piecemeal changes to the Open Meetings Act and a military-leave bill as potentially discouraging employers from hiring reservists. Senator Albert also explained no votes on the military-leave measures, saying the bills could create disincentives for employers and should have included a funding offset. On Senate Bill 22, McBroom offered a humorous amendment about payment methods that failed. On Senate Bill 373, his tie-bar amendment to unrelated “rice generator” bills also failed. The Senate passed and, in many cases, granted immediate effect to numerous bills, including House Bills 4062, 4063, 4064, 4750, 4644, 4189, 4207, 4208, 4309, 4396, 5570, 5571, 5806, 5807, 5995, 6043, 6074, 4100, 4103, 4104, 4517, 5232, 5233, 5249, and 4746, as well as Senate Bills 527, 569, 1052, 22, and 373. Some immediate-effect motions passed by the required two-thirds vote, while others were recorded as passed and then granted immediate effect. The Committee of the Whole reported several bills with amendments and others without amendment, and the Senate concurred in the committee’s recommendations before adjourning to recess again.

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• The committee advanced the bill with an amended version, which...
• LB 803 is advanced. Items for the record, Mr. Clerk. Mr.
• It is advanced. Mr. It is advanced. Mr. Clark. Mr. President, select file legislative bill 889.
• The motion to advance LB 304 to ENR was adopted. Mr.
• LB 1165A is advanced. Mr. Clerk. Mr.

Bills: LB815A, LB838A, LB912A, LB972A, LB1126A, LB962A, LB1114, LB921, LB937, LB803, LB803A, LB1032, LB1032A, LB1075, LB1075A, LB889, LB878, LB933, LB304, LB304A, LB1096, LB1096A, LB1165, LB1165A, LB958, LB958A, LB762, LB1187, LB966, LB929, LB962, LB753, LB788, LB913, LB1055, LB1195, LB429, LB721, LB722, LB727, LB743, LB745, LB749, LB778, LB787

Keywords: LB815A, LB815, appropriation, appropriations bill, Nebraska Department of Revenue, Motor Fuel Tax Enforcement and Collection Cash Fund, motor fuel tax, gas tax, fuel tax, tax enforcement, tax collection, cash fund, budget, state spending, per diem, salaries, fiscal year, enrollment and review, final reading, Nebraska

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• board that um you know again advances board that um you know again advances the<00:03:28.159>
• ,<01:09:29.679> lack systems, no matter how advanced, lack systems, no matter how advanced
• the years, most recently advancing the years, most recently advancing legislation<01:16:06.159><
• <01:28:10.159> uh to thank our testifiers in advance uh to thank our testifiers in advance
• The technology advancement is not them.

Bills: HF357, HF3389, HF1434, HF2500, HF1606

Keywords: HF357, hasenpfeffer, card games, social skill game, Minnesota gambling law, tournament, contest, prize limit, low-stakes gaming, card game exemption, gambling exemption, cribbage, bridge, euchre, pinochle, Texas hold'em, whist, skat, sheepshead, gin

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• We have the opportunity to advance the mission of Special Olympics and showcase Minnesota as a unified
• We have the opportunity to advance the mission of Special Olympics and showcase Minnesota as a unified
• We have the opportunity to advance the mission of Special Olympics and showcase Minnesota as a unified
• We have the opportunity to advance the mission of Special Olympics and showcase Minnesota as a unified
• We have the opportunity to advance the mission of Special Olympics and showcase Minnesota as a unified

Bills: HF1007, HF1152, HF1671, HF2258

Keywords: tourism, World Junior Hockey Championships, funding, economic impact, sports events, Minnesota, economic development, livability, marketing, partnerships, labor and industry, electrical licensing, electrical inspection, continuing education, online course approval, Internet continuing education, power limited technician, maintenance electrician, master electrician, technology circuits

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• Dylan Hoffman on behalf of Advanced Energy United in support. Thank you. No, one more.
• Dylan Hoffman, on behalf of Advanced Energy United, in support.
• We are a nonprofit dedicated to advancing middle housing solutions, including ADUs and JADUs.
• We are a nonprofit dedicated to advancing middle housing solutions, including ADUs and JADUs.
• Dylan Hoffman on behalf of Advanced Energy United. We'll be reviewing the amendments.

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• We continue to be at the forefront of medical advancements and digital innovation.
• We continue to be at the forefront of medical advancements and digital innovation.
• We continue to be at the forefront of medical advancements and digital innovation.
• We continue to be at the forefront of medical advancements and digital innovation.
• Of medical advancements and digital innovation.

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