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• Due to our late start time, please keep your remarks within the allotted time communicated to you by
• Some communities are hit harder with the theft crimes.
• Some communities are hit harder with the drug crimes.
• , it is hard to earn the trust of our community.
• And again, the bottom line is earning the trust of the community.

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• understanding people as human beings, giving them the benefit of the doubt, getting them better communication
• So it is across all communities, it is across all types of people.
• all communities it is across<00:15:45.279><c> all</c><00:15:45.519><c> types</c><00:15:45.759><c> of
• if you look at all the other communities if you look at all the bills<00:25:18.799><c> that</c><00:25
• </c><00:26:29.880><c> as</c> which in turn supports the community as which in turn supports the community

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• In 2024, a man listed on the Wyoming sex offender registry ran for the board of a community college here
• college here and he had been community college here and he had been convicted<00:02:33.599><c> twice
• Schoolboard members, community college trustees, visit schools and campuses, attend events, and oversee
• facilities as part programs, community facilities as part of<00:03:58.400><c> their</c><00:03:58.640
• </c><01:00:25.599><c> We</c> We are operating within our community. We can't show favoritism.

Bills: SF0082

Committee: House Corporations, Elections & Political Subdivisions

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• </c><00:29:54.360><c> face</c> our greater Minnesota communities face our greater Minnesota communities
• BHS is choosing not to consistently train and communicate with licensors and chooses not to communicate
• ><c> to</c><00:37:36.400><c> communicate</c> chooses not to communicate chooses not to communicate interpretations
• </c> ciso Wun and members of the community ciso Wun and members of the community and<01:19:07.080><c>
• </c><01:40:45.679><c> and</c> improve responsiveness communication and improve responsiveness communication

Bills: HF1367 , HF2732 , HF1897 , HF1424 , HF1383 , HF2728 , HF2863 , HF1685 , HF2929

Committee: House Children and Families Finance and Policy

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• I have heard some communities intent.
• Those job descriptions don't always look the same from community to community, which I think is why if
• </c><03:45:57.040><c> where</c> illustrated well in my community where illustrated well in my community
• </c> there is no guarantee that the community there is no guarantee that the community you<06:05:22.878
• So communities.

Committee: House Municipal and County Government

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• Lord, we thank you for the gift of this day and for the opportunity to serve the people of our community
• . ...this day and for the opportunity to serve the people of our community.
• So we just want to thank you for coming to visit and we appreciate what you do for the community.
• And you don't believe that this is a discrimination bill toward any particular community?
• What's the community service part?

Bills: HR153 , HR154 , HR155 , HR156 , HR157 , HR158 , HCR57 , HCR58 , HCR59 , HR133 , HR134 , HR135 , HR136 , HR137 , HR138 , HR139 , HR140 , HR141 , HR142 , HR144 , HR145 , HR146 , HR147 , HR148 , HR149 , HR150 , HR151 , HR152 , SCR28 , SB141 , SB169 , SB206 , SB233 , SB417 , SB421 , SB429 , SB437 , SB477 , SB510 , SB521 , HR1 , HR17 , HCR5 , HB55 , HB385 , HB394 , HB396 , HB406 , HB608 , HB622 , HB676 , HB772 , HB897 , HB902 , HB943 , HB1030 , HB1035 , HB1038 , HB1045 , HB1049 , HB1056 , HB1058 , HB1059 , HB1092 , HB1100 , HB1117 , HB1160 , HB1161 , HB1162 , HB1177 , HB1180 , HB1189 , HB1216 , HB1239 , HB1240 , SB127 , HB284 , HB1 , HB2 , HB3 , HB312 , HB313 , HB383 , HB314 , HCR3 , HB983 , HB1126 , HB21 , HB24 , HB29 , HB31 , HB39 , HB45 , HB77 , HB136 , HB150 , HB263 , HB273 , HB299 , HB315 , HB376 , HB377 , HB431 , HB444 , HB450 , HB519 , HB533 , HB538 , HB559 , HB562 , HB663 , HB664 , HB715 , HB717 , HB805 , HB822 , HB823 , HB834 , HB864 , HB867 , HB1017 , HB1018 , HB1068 , HB1134 , HB1137 , HB1234 , HB1235 , HB1236 , HB211 , HB27 , HB71 , HB214 , HB225 , HB241 , HB244 , HB306 , HB345 , HB366 , HB446 , HB511 , HB514 , HB655 , HB730 , HB743 , HB1027 , HB1037 , HB1043 , HB1082 , HB1091 , HB1096 , HB1103 , HB1167 , HB1174 , HB1175 , HB1230 , HB1237 , HB1238 , SB162 , SB349 , SB350 , SB382 , SB383 , HB401 , HB51 , HB58 , HB140 , HB982 , HB1010 , HB132 , HB193 , HB635 , HB690 , HB1003 , HB750 , HB911 , HB151 , HB180 , HB192 , HB310 , HB961 , HB1146 , HB977 , HB181 , HB901 , HR20 , HR74 , HB9 , HB393 , HB459 , HB577 , HB582 , HB605 , HB614 , HB615 , HB682 , HB733 , HB773 , HB996 , HB1113

Summary: The House convened with a quorum, opened in prayer, and led the pledge. The bulk of the early portion of the meeting consisted of personal privileges and recognitions, including ARC Appreciation Day, Teach for America, Film Louisiana, the Child Care Association of Louisiana, Textron Systems, Iberville Parish Day, AARP Louisiana Family Caregiver Day, and several visiting groups and honorees. The chamber also received Senate messages, enrolled and introduced resolutions, and referred a number of Senate bills to committee. The House then took up a long series of bills, many of them local or technical measures, with most passing by wide margins. Among the bills adopted were measures on municipal and teachers’ retirement systems, retired clerk insurance funds, fire and police civil service, a local Cameron Parish insurance program, specialty courts, jury bond filing by paper check, non-compete limits for interns and apprentices, a memorial bridge naming for Lance Cpl. Justin D. McLeese, veteran points in civil service exams, provisional fire/police appointments, special masters in complex litigation, judicial and court-cost funding measures, aerial applicator safety rules, cell-cultured food labeling, wine and spirits container standards, nonprofit eligibility to appoint economic development commissioners, a homeless diversion pilot program in Orleans, animal shelter standards, a Fort Oge police chief appointment change, retirement benefit calculations for divorced firefighters, an alcohol-permit moratorium in Shreveport, waste-collection contract renewal authority, and a backdrop retirement option for certain judges. There was one notable defeat: House Bill 444, which would have added legislative seats to the East Baton Rouge Recreation and Park Commission, failed on a 37-49 vote after debate over whether legislators should appoint themselves to the board and whether the proposal had adequate stakeholder support. House Bill 284 on expropriation also failed earlier by a 48-47 vote and was returned to the calendar. Several other measures were temporarily returned to the calendar or held over, and some bills were referred or received amendments before final passage. Most final votes were unanimous or near-unanimous, and the House repeatedly adopted titles and motions to table after passage.

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• and being on the debate team community and being on the debate team has<00:15:17.600><c> exposed</c>
• Because the job workforce requirements are changing, needs for communities are changing, and so they
• with community leaders in both<00:43:16.480><c> suburban</c><00:43:17.119><c> and</c><00:43:17.680><
• So, we're creating a guide for small businesses and communities to understand what students want out
• > themselves</c><00:45:38.880><c> less</c> small communities find themselves less small communities find

Bills: HB527 , HB563 , HB580 , HB579 , SB190 , HB15 , HB390 , HB527 , HB563 , HB580 , HB579 , SB190 , HB15 , HB390

Committee: House Ways and Means Education

Keywords: liability, off-roading, parks, participant safety, risk management, SNAP, food assistance, public assistance, income standards, Department of Human Resources, eligibility, HB580, Alabama Healthy Schools Act, public schools, K-12, school nutrition, school meals, cafeteria, vending machines, fundraising sales

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• And more to access hundreds of communities around the United States, including here in Idaho.
• These actions directly undermine federal law and put Idaho communities at risk.
• I also serve on the board of Glocal Community Partners.
• I also serve on the board of Glocal Community Partners.
• At a time when communities need us most. All right, thank you. Are there questions?

Committee: House Judiciary, Rules and Administration

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• Office of Community Services, DIR, from Office of Community Services, DIR, from the<00:11:58.399><c>
• </c><00:12:03.279><c> Foundation,</c> Apple Seed, Hawaii Community Foundation, Apple Seed, Hawaii Community
• homeless</c><00:45:55.440><c> youth</c> community advocate, a homeless youth community advocate, a homeless
• </c> of Hawaii's homeless community. of Hawaii's homeless community.
• <01:07:45.760><c> homeless</c> community homeless community homeless concerns<01:07:48.079><c> liaison

Bills: HB2116 , HB1879 , HB2214 , HB2310 , HB2168 , HB2427 , HB2560 , HB1596 , HB2197 , HB2498 , HB2167

Committee: House Human Services & Homelessness

Summary: The committee heard testimony on several measures related to human services, homelessness, transit, and family supports. HB 2116 HD1, concerning grants from the Office of Community Services to nonprofits providing training and volunteerism opportunities, drew strong support from Catholic Charities Hawaii, Hawaii Children’s Action Network Speaks, and multiple organizations in written testimony. Supporters said the bill would help vulnerable people affected by federal program changes and cuts by connecting them to reintegration and support services. HB 1879 HD1, establishing a subsidized youth transit program coordinated with counties, received extensive testimony in support from the Department of Health, Department of Taxation, Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Commission, Aloha United Way, Hawaii Bicycling League, Hawaii Appleseed, Hawaii State Youth Commission, Hawaii Public Health Institute, Greenpeace Hawaii, Hawaii Youth Transportation Council, and others. Testifiers emphasized equity, school attendance, reduced transportation costs, climate benefits, and broader access for youth. Several witnesses urged amendments to make the program universal rather than means-tested, and committee discussion noted implementation questions for neighbor islands and rural areas. HB 2214, creating a refundable diaper tax credit for low-income families with children age four and under, was supported by the Hawaii Diaper Bank, Hawaii Children’s Action Network Speaks, and several other organizations. The Department of Taxation recommended making the credit non-refundable and clarifying definitions to aid administration, while supporters argued refundability was important for low-income families who may owe little or no income tax. HB 2310, an emergency appropriation to replenish DHS funds used to provide SNAP benefits during a federal shutdown, also drew broad support from DHS, Catholic Charities, Hawaii Public Health Institute, Hawaii Children’s Action Network Speaks, Hawaii Food Industry Association, Aloha United Way, and others; witnesses praised the state’s rapid response and said the appropriation would prepare DHS for future emergencies. The committee also heard HB 2168 HD1 and HB 2427 HD1 on education for students experiencing homelessness and unaccompanied homeless youth; the Attorney General recommended technical amendments to avoid conflicts with existing law and to clarify McKinney-Vento-related definitions, while advocates stressed the need for school access, transportation, meals, and other supports for homeless and runaway youth.

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• We continue to see rural communities like mine losing access to services.
• These are child care providers in your own communities who serve your neighbors.
• They aren't a monolith; they are a diverse group of our community.
• I believe there are many ways that the Minnesota Department of Health serves our community.
• We are trying to work with each other to get communication. We have lost a lot of land.

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• Many of our community members have discussed in passing what Jeffrey Epstein's activities were here in
• New Mexico as a known subject in the community.
• There are so many community takes about what happened here that we have yet to put on the record.
• There are so many community takes about what happened here that we have yet to put on the record.
• about what happened at the ranch. ...community about what happened at the ranch and why don't we know

Committee: House House House Investigatory Subcommittee

Summary: The subcommittee held its first official organizational meeting to investigate Jeffrey Epstein’s crimes in New Mexico, especially activity connected to Zorro Ranch. After roll call established a quorum, the members introduced themselves and explained their backgrounds: Representative Anaya cited survivor advocacy work, Representative Hall described his FBI background, and Representative Reeb noted her experience prosecuting sexual assault cases. Chair Romero outlined the committee’s purpose as a bipartisan House investigatory subcommittee, informally called the Truth Commission, tasked with conducting a full, transparent, legally rigorous fact-finding investigation into Epstein’s criminal enterprise and how New Mexico was used. The chair said the committee has a $2 million budget, will hire legal experts and investigators, and will work through Legislative Council after session. She announced plans for a public website, regular updates, a tip line, and coordination with the New Mexico Department of Justice, law enforcement, and public safety agencies. She also said the committee has subpoena power and will issue subpoenas to persons of interest if they do not voluntarily cooperate, while protecting survivor anonymity and keeping the process trauma-informed and victim-centered. Members emphasized the importance of justice for survivors and public transparency. Representative Anaya encouraged people needing help to contact the New Mexico Coalition of Sexual Assault Programs. No public commenters came forward during the allotted comment period, and the meeting adjourned after the organizational discussion.

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• The chair lays before the House a communication from the Speaker's rooms, Washington, DC, October 10th
• The chair lays before the House a communication from the Speaker of the House of Representatives.
• The chair lays before the House a communication from the Speaker of the House of Representatives.
• </c> before the house a communication. before the house a communication.
• > house</c><00:07:28.000><c> a</c> Chair lays before the house a Chair lays before the house a communication

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• Next up is Judiciary Communication 29. This is Maria F.
• Chair's recommendation for Judiciary Communication Number 30 is to consent of the members present.
• If not, Senator Chang, chair's recommendation for Judiciary Communication 31 is to consent.
• </c><00:04:24.880><c> Of</c><00:04:25.040><c> the</c> communication 31 is to consent.
• Of the communication 31 is to consent.

Committee: Senate Judiciary

Summary: The Judiciary Committee met on Thursday, April 24, and considered several judicial nominations and confirmations. The first items were Governor’s Messages 790, 788, and 789, naming nominees for Chief Judge of the Intermediate Court of Appeals and Circuit Court Judge positions for the First Circuit. Members briefly discussed the nominations, including one public concern raised about Judge Karen El Holma, but the chair and members stated the nominees were qualified and recommended consent in each case. All three nominations were approved by unanimous votes of the members present, with some members excused. The committee then took up Judiciary Communications 29, 30, and 31, covering confirmations to the District Family Court and District Court of the First Circuit for six-year terms. The committee again recommended consent on each item and adopted those recommendations without objection. For JC 31, the chair noted that the nominee was absent due to a family memorial for her father-in-law and asked members not to weigh that absence against her. The nominations were approved, and applause followed several of the votes. At the end of the meeting, the chair announced that the Senate floor vote was anticipated for Wednesday, April 30 at 11:30 a.m., and then adjourned the committee.

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• </c> community has to go through. community has to go through. &gt;&gt; Correct. &gt;&gt; Correct.
• some communities that have do know some communities that have adopted<02:19:23.519><c> the</c><02:19
• </c> service community. service community. &gt;&gt; Yes. &gt;&gt; Yes. &gt;&gt; Yes.
• </c><02:49:39.520><c> and</c> there's still that communication and there's still that communication and
• </c> That's absolutely up to the community That's absolutely up to the community whether<04:45:47.040

Committee: House Municipal and County Government

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• Naomi Padron on behalf of the Computer and Communications Industry Association.
• Parking curb space, particularly in urban communities...
• They can also be communication, augmentative, and alternative communication devices.
• Naomi Padron on behalf of the Computer and Communications Industry Association.
• Naomi Padron on behalf of the Computer and Communications Industry Association.

Summary: The committee heard several bills focused on AI, privacy, and surveillance. SB 903 would prohibit AI from independently providing psychotherapy or presenting itself as a licensed mental health provider, require disclosure and informed consent, and protect psychotherapy records under confidentiality laws. The bill was presented with powerful testimony from Maria Rain, whose son died by suicide after prolonged interactions with ChatGPT, and was supported by behavioral health groups, labor organizations, and privacy advocates. Tech and medical groups opposed unless amended, arguing the bill could restrict beneficial clinical uses of AI, create conflicts around triage and screening, and raise privacy and innovation concerns. The committee voted 4-0 to send SB 903 to Appropriations. SB 1119, a companion measure to AB 2023, would create a broader regulatory framework for chatbot interactions with children, including annual risk assessments, crisis-response protocols, parental controls, notice and time-limit requirements, limits on advertising and use of children’s data, public incident reporting, audits, and a private right of action. Maria Rain again testified in support, describing how ChatGPT allegedly encouraged and coached her son Adam Raine toward suicide. Supporters said the bill is needed to prevent sycophantic, addictive chatbot behavior and protect minors. Opponents, including CalChamber, TechNet, the California Medical Association, and others, raised concerns about overlapping requirements with SB 243, vague standards, prescriptive design mandates, audit confidentiality, and the private right of action. The committee voted 4-1 to send SB 1119 to Judiciary. The committee also heard SB 1013, which would require annual DOJ audits of automated license plate reader users, stronger employee training, and a 30-day retention limit for ALPR data. Supporters argued the bill would address widespread misuse and over-retention of data that mostly tracks innocent drivers. Law enforcement groups opposed, saying the 30-day limit would hinder investigations, especially in older or complex cases, though they supported stronger safeguards and audits. The bill passed 4-1 to Appropriations. SB 1292, dealing with automated curb-management enforcement in six cities, passed 4-1 to call after supporters said it would help cities manage loading zones, bike lanes, and AV-related curb use, while privacy advocates warned against expanding automated surveillance and pilot programs. The committee also approved SB 1101, requiring higher education institutions to notify students, faculty, and staff when personal information is shared with federal agencies; it passed 5-0 to Appropriations. Finally, SB 951, the California Worker Technological Displacement Act, was introduced to require advance notice and reporting when AI or other technology displaces workers, with labor support and Chamber opposition; testimony began, but no final action on that bill appears in the transcript excerpt.

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• Naomi Padron on behalf of the Computer and Communications Industry Association.
• There's a lot of misinformation in the employer community. This bill will help to resolve that.
• They can also be communication, augmentative and alternative communication devices.
• Naomi Padron on behalf of the Computer and Communications Industry Association.
• Chairman, members of the community, Your aye vote at the appropriate time. Thank you. Mr.

Committee: Senate Privacy, Digital Technologies, and Consumer Protection

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• This is the heartbeat of a community.
• </c> mirror of our community. mirror of our community.
• </c> able to see their own community able to see their own community reflected<00:30:22.880><c> back<
• </c> This is the heartbeat of a community. This is the heartbeat of a community.
• ,</c><00:36:33.920><c> either</c> stations in our communities, either stations in our communities, either

Bills: HF3455 , HF3936 , HF3860 , HF3656 , HF4060

Committee: House State Government Finance and Policy

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• We’re as big as some small community banks across the state.
• </c> requests from schools and communities requests from schools and communities and<00:26:26.080><c>
• </c> by focusing on family and community by focusing on family and community engagement,<00:37:46.720
• </c> community mental health center regions. community mental health center regions.
• </c> consultants are placed in the community consultants are placed in the community mental<01:03:30.880

Summary: The meeting opened with a quorum, approval of the September 18, 2025 minutes, and a staff update on recent tobacco settlement-funded agriculture activities. The agriculture side highlighted Commissioner Shell’s outreach, including school visits, farm visits, and speaking engagements in Kentucky and a trip to Tennessee to discuss program models. A representative also described a national conference in Iowa, where Kentucky’s agriculture finance program was praised as a $180 million loan program built with tobacco settlement funds. The board noted September approvals totaling $950,000 for the agriculture development board and $3.3 million for the finance corporation, along with staff activity such as site visits, program closures, and project reports. The board also announced that the KKMP report covering 2015-2022 would be distributed and that the annual report, marking the program’s 25th anniversary, was being prepared. The board then reviewed two featured projects. The Organic Association of Kentucky requested $425,000 for organic producer support, but the board approved only one year of funding at $29,000, with members noting concern about recurring applicants and the need to evaluate long-term funding. The second project, by Joseph Dale Bentley in Lewis County, sought $51,300 to expand a small ruminant facility for goat production and export. Members were particularly interested because the project was already operating and creating market opportunities for Kentucky goat producers; the board approved half the project cost to help expand infrastructure and potentially allow quarantining on site. The cabinet then presented its annual update on tobacco settlement fund use in public health. Julie Brooks, Sarah Johnson, and Andrea Day reported on the HANS home visitation program, tobacco prevention and cessation efforts, lung cancer screening, and early childhood oral health. HANS served more families in FY25, rising from 6,293 to 6,715, and increased services from 139,943 to over 143,000. Tobacco prevention and cessation programs continued to support Quit Now Kentucky and My Life, My Quit, though officials noted federal uncertainty and the loss of federal tobacco control infrastructure. They also reported a slight decline in student outreach and cessation requests, but continued demand from schools and communities for vaping and nicotine prevention support. Lung cancer screening expanded to 55 screens, with Kentucky cited as a model for other states due to improved incidence, survival, and early detection rates. Early oral health efforts continued through local health departments, with more trainings for public health nurses, continued varnish kits, and expanded support for dental graduates and hygiene teams.

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• </c> start talking to the rural communities start talking to the rural communities generally<00:07:34.400
• </c><00:30:06.880><c> thank</c> islands and underserve communities thank islands and underserve communities
• Testifying first is the Disability and Communication Access Board. Thank you.
• The bill promotes community togetherness. Streets are large outdoor hard surfaces.
• The bill promotes community togetherness. Streets are large outdoor hard surfaces.

Summary: The joint committees heard testimony on several measures, beginning with SB 1480 on transportation and road usage charging. Supporters included the Department of Transportation, the Hawaii State Energy Office, county representatives, and the Tax Foundation, while an automotive industry witness opposed the bill, arguing it would be unfair to rural drivers and those with longer commutes. Committee discussion focused on equity, rural impacts, and whether the measure should be tied to future rail funding. The committees ultimately recommended SB 1480 pass with amendments, including broadening allowable uses of funds, clarifying language on infrastructure and safety, addressing motor scooters, and striking a proposed new subaccount; the recommendation was adopted by both committees, with one no vote in TCA. For SB 970 on taxation, the Tax Foundation said the employer transit tax credit would be more efficient as a direct subsidy program, and the Department of Taxation recommended several changes, including a sunset date of December 31, 2030, anti-double-benefit language, deletion of certain reporting requirements, and an effective date of December 31, 2025. The department estimated the bill would reduce revenues by about $11.6 million over the four-year period it would be in effect. The committees moved SB 970 forward with amendments to include bike share in the credit and add a defective date, leaving the department’s suggested changes for later consideration; the recommendation was adopted. The committees also advanced SB 1008 on parking and SB 1088 on electric vehicle charging infrastructure without amendments. DCAB strongly supported SB 1008, saying it would help counties enforce accessible parking design requirements, and noted a related bill without the EV portion. SB 1088 drew broad support from the Public Utilities Commission, State Energy Office, county and advocacy groups, and individuals; one question raised whether the bill should sunset, but the response was that Hawaii still lacks sufficient EV charging infrastructure and the measure expands eligibility for affordable housing. Both bills were recommended to pass unamended and the recommendations were adopted. The Transportation and Culture and Arts committee then heard SB 1011 on the Hawaii Leadership Awards Program, with testimony in strong support from individuals and the State Archivist, who suggested preserving award recipients’ archives, photos, oral histories, and clippings. The committee also heard SB 441 on the Hawaii Symphony Orchestra, with support from the Democratic Party of Hawaiʻi, the Hawaii Theatre Center, musicians, and others emphasizing cultural value, workforce stability, and statewide access to the arts. The transcript then moved to SB 1581 on the Hawaii Japan Pacific Peace Monument and SB 1577 relating to the State Foundation on the Arts; on SB 1577, the Attorney General warned that using the Works of Special Art Fund for operating purposes could jeopardize the tax-exempt status of related bonds and recommended deleting section five, while also pointing to the Performing Arts Special Fund as an alternative.

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• </c> hard every day to keep our community hard every day to keep our community safe<00:04:43.080><c>
• </c><00:18:39.679><c> Corrections</c> individual Community Corrections individual Community Corrections
• </c><00:35:31.920><c> they</c> their agencies and the communities they their agencies and the communities
• We have to trust our leaders in the community to keep our community safe and provide the tools, so thank
• to keep our leaders in the community to keep our community<01:05:12.480><c> safe</c><01:05:12.920><c