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• And so what kind of communication do you have with Arizona? Mr.
• Big truck traffic on that highway now, and I don't see any communications there.
• One of the things that requires, actually… And also access to good communications.
• I also want to emphasize how important this service is for our rural communities.
• I live in State or French community. We don't, that's just a joke.

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• This demonstrated our commitment both to residents and the business community.
• That's the way it appears to me and the way the community feels about it.
• That was a part of our overall vision for our downtown community.
• It's where that's just a rental community.
• This is all for the common good and the betterment of our community.

Summary: The Joint Legislative Auditing Committee first heard a long-running audit finding involving Daytona Beach’s unexpended building permit funds, which have exceeded the statutory limit for several years and were reported at $10.8 million in the most recent audit. Mayor Derek Henry and city staff said the city has analyzed the fund, adopted a corrective action plan, waived more than $5.5 million in permit and inspection fees over several periods, and used some excess funds for a training facility rehabilitation and a proposed City Hall expansion. Committee members repeatedly questioned whether the city was simply trying to spend down the money, raised concerns about the legality and necessity of proposed expenditures, and asked about interest earnings, truck purchases, and the lack of detailed tracking for training-facility use. The city said an Attorney General opinion allows construction of a new building for building-code functions but not purchase of an existing building, and that if the city cannot comply through permissible construction it would have to return the funds. No vote was taken, but members expressed strong frustration and urged the city to resolve the issue quickly and lawfully. The committee then received the Auditor General’s presentation on the Town of Greenville, which found 31 findings and described pervasive control failures, possible fraud, waste, and abuse. The findings covered elections and quorum issues, conflicts of interest, late or missing financial disclosure forms, related-party transactions, poor meeting notices and minutes, council involvement in day-to-day operations, missing ethics training, budget and accounting deficiencies, weak bank reconciliations, improper utility billing and rates, grant compliance problems tied to a grocery store project, personnel and compensation issues involving the town manager, late vendor payments, weak procurement and P-card controls, vehicle-use and property-control problems, public records issues, and IT/fraud-policy weaknesses. The auditor said the review focused mainly on October 2022 through February 2024 but went back further for some grant-related matters. Greenville’s mayor and staff said the audit reflected actions of a previous administration and that the current council and staff have already adopted seven new policies to improve procurement, financial controls, inventory management, grant oversight, and ethics. They said the town has a new manager and clerk, that the former manager was terminated, and that the town referred matters to FDLE, which is investigating. Committee members asked about the manager’s salary increase, severance, P-card use, and whether the town should consider consolidation or dissolution. The mayor said the town is on a better path, that most of the prior leadership has been voted out, and that the town is working with auditors and an outside accounting firm to correct the problems.

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• and their families and their communities and their families at<00:12:37.360><c> the</c><00:12:37.519
• And there's a long list of projects in communities across the state.
• ><c> infrastructure</c> communities and our infrastructure communities and our infrastructure across<
• Have members go back to the communities.

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• I'm Caitlin Smith, Vice President of Policy and Corporate Communications.
• I'm Caitlin Smith, Vice President of Policy and Corporate Communications for Jupiter Power.
• It's available for these programs in the various communities.
• In my judgment essential that we connect to communities versus us telling communities what they needs
• We need border communities to help lead the development of policies that affect them.

Bills: HB256 , HB1308 , HB1554 , HB1743 , HB2308 , HB2351 , HB2858 , HB3676 , HB3784 , HB4312 , HB4552 , HB4823 , HB4852 , HB5007 , HB5010 , HB5520 , HB5524 , HCR19 , HB256 , HCR19

Committee: House State Affairs

Keywords: E-verify, employment verification, illegal employment, state contracts, government entities, license suspension, immigration compliance, state grant funding, E-Verify, compliance, penalties, immigration, government contracts, employee status, state contractors, E-verify program, legally present, employment practices, legal services, public money

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• Alana Puente, I have you as you're representing your self as mental health peer specialist community
• I believe it can do the same for so many others. in the IDD community if we could open that door.
• We're a community of artists who are on mission to leverage the art for transformation and system change
• Because of the failure multiple times of leaders within their community. to never report this predator
• It has endangered the most vulnerable members of our community.

Bills: HB2646 , HB3941 , HB5153 , HB5155 , HB5394 , HB 1106 , HB426 , HB4529 , HB3984 , HB4273 , HB 1097 , HB3940 , HB1941 , HB4377 , HB3153

Committee: House Human Services

Keywords: child care, task force, high-quality care, affordability, prekindergarten partnerships, foster care, transitional living, Medicaid reform, youth assistance, independent living, services for youth, employment training, educational support, mental health services, health care, public health, child health program, reimbursement, local health entities, maternal health

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• If you know me well enough, you know this is an issue very passionate to myself and my community.
• organized crime busts of the 21st century, with over seven million dollars that were stolen from my community
• been able to prosecute these HOAs, and if it wasn't for the blatant disregard for the law in my community
• We're listening to our law enforcement, we're listening to our community, and this is the first step
• I really do want to commend your professionalism in communication with regard to this issue.

Summary: The committee met with a quorum and first postponed CS for HB 781 at the sponsor’s request. It then heard and passed CS for HB 429, which codifies the existing process for terminating or cancelling motor vehicle dealer franchises and requires manufacturers to provide written sales and service performance criteria; the bill was supported by the Florida Automobile Dealers Association and was reported favorably 12-0. The committee next took up HB 983 on homeowners associations, where the sponsor described HOA fraud and abuse concerns and proposed expanding local law enforcement authority to investigate, inspect, and audit HOAs, easing recall procedures, and allowing prevailing-party attorney’s fees in recall disputes. Two amendments were adopted: one removing constitutionality-problematic Kaufman language, and another defining financial statements more comprehensively to improve HOA transparency. The bill drew support from Miami-Dade County and the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office and was reported favorably as amended 14-0. The committee also passed CS for HB 1343 on public nuisance abatement fines, which raises daily fines from $250 to $500, removes the $15,000 cap, adjusts foreclosure timing on unpaid nuisance liens, and allows attorney-fee calculations to include legal assistance time. Members discussed due process and notice concerns, and the sponsor said he would work on clarifying notice for both owners and nuisance-causing parties; the Orange County Sheriff’s Office supported the measure, citing violent crime tied to nuisance properties. CS for HB 643 on residual market insurers was then reported favorably without discussion. CS for HB 1183 on cybersecurity incident liability followed; it would shield government and private entities from liability if they substantially comply with cybersecurity standards, with the sponsor explaining that the bill was revised after a prior veto to define substantial compliance through policy letters, disaster recovery planning, and multi-factor authentication. Despite concerns about the breadth of the liability protection, the committee adopted an amendment and reported the bill favorably 13-1. PCS for HB 915, addressing advertisements for representation services, was also reported favorably 14-0. The bill targets misleading advertising by nonlawyers and notaries, especially in immigration-related services, requiring clear bilingual disclosures and allowing damages, fees, and injunctive relief for violations; it was supported by faith-based and civil rights groups. CS for HB 585 on former phosphate mining lands was then approved 14-0; the sponsor said it would create a defense to Water Quality Assurance Act strict liability for naturally occurring substances on former phosphate mine sites, require notice recording, radon surveys, and pre-suit radiation testing, and it would not apply retroactively to pending litigation. HB 6503, a claims bill for Mandy Penny Lemon, was also reported favorably 14-0 after brief sponsor remarks describing her severe injuries and homelessness following a 2018 incident. Finally, the committee considered HB 129 on pesticide-related products liability. A strike-all amendment was adopted that bars failure-to-warn claims for EPA-registered pesticide products when the label is consistent with EPA’s most recent human health risk assessment and carcinogenicity classification, while preserving claims if information was withheld, concealed, misrepresented, or destroyed to obtain or maintain the label. Supporters argued the bill provides certainty and respects EPA’s scientific labeling process; opponents warned it would effectively block access to courts and delay claims until after lengthy EPA investigations. After extensive debate, the committee reported the bill favorably as amended 13-1.

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• I want to remind everyone to please make sure that your cell phones and any other communication devices
• I have amazing communities in my district, as well as some pretty big entities like the International
• We oversee the communication.
• They have served the folks in my community.
• They have served the folks in my community.

Summary: The State Administration Budget Subcommittee met for an introductory overview of the agencies under its jurisdiction and their current-year budgets. Chair Vicki Lopez welcomed members and staff, and each member briefly introduced themselves and identified areas of interest, with recurring themes including fiscal restraint, insurance regulation, revenue administration, condominium issues, and government efficiency. The chair then outlined the subcommittee’s overall budget, about $3.1 billion, and noted major recent policy areas affecting the budget such as condominium legislation and emergency communications funding. Agency heads then presented high-level summaries of their missions and budgets. The Department of Revenue described property tax oversight, tax administration, and child support enforcement; the Department of Management Services reviewed state purchasing, telecommunications, fleet, state insurance, retirement, and digital services; DBPR highlighted licensing, enforcement, condominiums, and building code work; DFS covered insurance consumer services, risk management, unclaimed property, fire marshal functions, and criminal investigations; the Gaming Control Commission discussed pari-mutuel and tribal gaming oversight and enforcement; OIR explained insurer solvency and rate review; the Lottery emphasized education funding and record sales; OFR described regulation of banking, securities, lending, and money services; DOAH outlined administrative and workers’ compensation adjudication; PSC covered utility rate regulation and consumer complaints; PERC described labor relations and career service appeals; and FCHR summarized discrimination complaint investigations and outreach. Several members asked questions about utility returns, insurance regulation staffing, DMS’s state employee health plan deficit and prescription drug formulary management, agency recommendations for reducing regulatory burden, and state facilities usage. Responses generally emphasized that utility rates and insurer filings are determined through evidentiary and actuarial processes, that OIR has reduced vacancies but still seeks specialized staff and a Tampa office expansion, and that DMS acknowledged rising health plan costs and said the issue likely requires broader budget-level discussion. The chair also pressed multiple presenters to stay focused on agency operations and budgets rather than broader policy issues. No votes or formal actions were taken in the meeting.

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• It goes without saying that UC graduates are foundational to our communities.
• It goes without saying that UC graduates are foundational to our communities.
• regent of the University of California Board of Regents, and previously served on the California Community
• And as somebody who served on the community college board, I always valued the student voice and working
• align representation on the UC Board of Regents with the student representation of the California Community

Committee: House Higher Education

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• He earned his Ph.D. in clinical community psychology. ...from the University of South Carolina and completed
• He has a strong focus on serving the Spanish-speaking community in Oklahoma. Dr.
• took swift steps above and beyond the requirements of her position to reestablish the line of communication
• Her accomplishment brings great pride to Hayworth Public Schools, her community, and the state of Oklahoma
• I'm paging for Chuck Hall, and this fall I plan on attending Redlands Community College and being a part

Bills: HB4440 , HJR1067 , HJR1087 , HB4426 , HB3704 , HB4311 , HB3044 , HB4191 , HB3465 , HB3972 , HB3759 , HB3625 , HB1411 , HB2980 , HB3015 , HB3147 , HB3277 , HB3323 , HB3443 , HB3882 , HB3406 , HB2975 , HB3977 , HB3263 , HB2988 , HB3404 , HB1770

Summary: The Senate convened, established a quorum, and opened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance. The chamber then recognized several guests and honorees, including the doctor of the day, Dr. Mukesh Perek; nurse of the day, Cynthia Cochran; psychologist of the day, Dr. Colby Kipp; and a guest introduced by Senator Brooks, Marianella “Nellie” Castaneda, who was honored for her quick action in responding to a distress call that helped prompt a law enforcement response in a domestic violence situation. Senator Brooks and Castaneda both spoke about the incident and the importance of staff responsiveness and public service. The Senate also honored Jalen Lundry of Hayworth, named a national champion in the FFA Agriscience Fair for research on red wiggler worms and soil health. Lundry spoke briefly about her project and thanked Senator George Burns. The Pro Tem recognized April 6, 2026, as National Rifle Association and Oklahoma Rifle Association Day, with representatives from both organizations present in the gallery. The chamber also introduced the week’s pages, who each identified their schools, senators they were paging for, and future plans. No legislation was debated or voted on during the session. Instead, members made committee and floor announcements, including upcoming meetings of Revenue and Taxation, Appropriations, Public Safety, and the Senate Rural Caucus. The Senate then adopted a motion to adjourn and stood adjourned until Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at 1:30 p.m.

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• Item number four, Senate communications. Mr. Clerk, are there any Senate communications?
• 44.560><c> number</c><00:14:44.720><c> four,</c><00:14:45.040><c> Senate</c><00:14:45.360><c> communications
• </c> &gt;&gt; Item number four, Senate communications.
• &gt;&gt; Item number four, Senate communications.
• Clerk, are there any Senate communications? communications? communications?

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• especially in a state like Idaho, that was so rural everywhere, nobody reached out other than to community
• , church, or other organizations, their neighbors, and then. to community, church, or other organizations
• and work to continue to just bring good into our community.
• Usually we have community service projects once a month.
• And yeah, we're just working on trying to better our community and just have those opportunities.

Committee: House Education

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• And whereas among the most honored of all those in community service are veterans who have protected
• Brayton here is a junior from Tulsa, received the President's Award for Community Service. Attaboy.
• She is FCCLA VP and wants to attend Texas A&M to study communications.
• She is FCCLA VP and wants to attend Texas A&M to study communications.
• She is FCCLA VP and wants to attend Texas A&M to study communications.

Summary: The House convened, the clerk called the roll, and members proceeded through the day’s ceremonial order of business, including prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and introductions. Chaplain Ronnie Wilson delivered the invocation, and Representative Shaw introduced Veteran of the Week Edward Marion Green of Chandler, a Navy veteran and chaplain’s assistant who was honored with a House citation. Mr. Green’s family and friends were recognized on the floor, and he led the chamber in the Pledge of Allegiance. The House also featured several special presentations. Representative Culver promoted Tahlequah’s Red Fern Festival and introduced the festival court. Representative Duel introduced psychologist Dr. Sherry Fleming, highlighting her work in higher education and transitional services for students with disabilities. Representative May introduced nurse Alyssa Jones of Broken Arrow, emphasizing her work in rural health care. Representative Hill introduced the week’s pages, recognizing a group of high-achieving students from across Oklahoma. Additional announcements included Speaker Pro Tem Moore welcoming his family to the chamber and Representative Harris recognizing them as well. Representative Patskowski announced an agriculture committee meeting. No legislation was debated or voted on in the transcript; the only formal action was the reassignment of measures according to the majority floor leader’s list, followed by adjournment until the next day at 9:30 a.m.

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• Question 10: Should cities and counties be allowed to prohibit cannabis businesses in their community
• can set standards in their zoning ordinances about where cannabis businesses can be located in a community
• </c> businesses in their community? businesses in their community?
• </c><00:04:51.280><c> Here's</c><00:04:51.600><c> how</c><00:04:51.840><c> our</c> located in a community
• Here's how our located in a community.

Summary: The segment presented the results of the 2025 Minnesota House legislative opinion poll, which asked fairgoers about a range of policy issues tied to recent or possible future legislative action. Topics included school calendar flexibility before Labor Day, state funding for sports stadiums and arenas, undocumented immigrants’ access to state programs, unemployment benefits for hourly school workers in the summer, banning guns in the Capitol, budget-balancing options for a projected 2028-29 deficit, removing party labels from legislative ballots, limiting free school meals by income, free fishing licenses for residents age 65 and older, local control over cannabis businesses, a post-employment lobbying ban for legislators, and a higher income tax rate for the highest earners. For several questions, the segment noted the underlying legislative context. It referenced the 2023 law making undocumented immigrants eligible for MinnesotaCare and the 2025 law ending adult eligibility at year’s end, the school meals program’s higher-than-expected costs, and a 2025 proposal to remove party designations from legislative ballots that did not receive a committee hearing. It also mentioned the projected nearly $6 billion budget shortfall for the 2028-29 biennium, the Xcel Energy Center renovation funding request, and the recent killings of House Speaker Melissa Hortman and her husband and the shooting of Senator John Hoffman and his wife as part of the discussion about Capitol gun restrictions. The poll itself was presented as a public opinion survey rather than a legislative vote, so no formal committee action or roll call occurred. The segment closed by thanking participants and saying the poll would return next year at the fair.

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• Since then, it has grown into a dynamic community of over 84,000 residents.
• Opportunity and community pride today. We've got some great people here.
• Bobby Day, advocates, medical professionals, community leaders have gathered at the Capitol to raise
• The group today is celebrating 30 years of service to the community.
• The Asian American Pacific Islander community is a vital and growing part of Texas. Texas.

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• we do not catch up and lead, it will be Huawei that creates the backbone of tomorrow's global communications
• Radio spectrum is a vital component of the modern economy. have been reserved for maritime communications
• You have to maneuver to another part. order to be able to continue to communicate with your allies, be
• We're working on flexible communication strategies.
• Baylis, your testimony underscores how collaboration in the academic community and within government.

Committee: Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee

Keywords: spectrum policy, FCC auction authority, national security, innovation, technology development, 9-1-1 modernization, adaptive technologies, China competition

Summary: The meeting centered on the critical examination of spectrum policy and its implications for innovation and national security. The committee discussed the lapse of the FCC's spectrum auction authority, which has been in effect since March 2023, emphasizing the urgency of restoring this authority to maintain U.S. technological leadership against competitors like China. Witnesses provided testimony regarding the need for adaptive and reconfigurable spectrum technologies to enhance communication capabilities for both civilian and military applications. Senator Klobuchar highlighted the importance of modernizing 9-1-1 systems and ensuring robust emergency communication frameworks leveraging new spectrum innovations.

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• One state, under God, one community. Hey y'all!
• on promoting autism, safety, awareness, and education, amplifying... the voices of the autistic community
• Annette for her remarkable achievements and unwavering commitment to make... a difference in our community
• Continuing education to the public and training programs for community and state economic development
• Members, please join me in recognizing my friends from Athens for a day celebrating their community.

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• The following communications listed in the agenda were received and referred as indicated.
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• </c><00:20:41.919><c> safe</c> every day to keep our communities safe every day to keep our communities
• </c><00:57:00.039><c> health</c> organization might be a community health organization might be a community
• </c> year the appropriation for Community year the appropriation for Community Mental<03:41:40.000><c
• </c><04:07:50.920><c> engagement</c> a work and Community engagement a work and Community engagement
• </c> their normal duties out into communities their normal duties out into communities like<04:09:02.040

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• </c> fund, and a household community fund, and a household community stability<01:38:01.520><c> fund.
• </c><01:45:28.239><c> stability</c> the household and community stability the household and community
• The dedicated resources through the household and community stability fund would allow communities to
• </c> through the household and community through the household and community stability<01:47:04.480><
• fund would allow communities stability fund would allow communities to<01:47:06.080><c> better</c><01

Committee: Senate Health and Human Services

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• </c><00:54:25.680><c> partners</c> advocacy groups, and community partners advocacy groups, and community
• . communities. communities.
• </c><05:25:21.440><c> in</c> lot of options for the communities in lot of options for the communities
• </c><05:28:50.558><c> systems</c> homes to build a new community systems homes to build a new community
• </c> community system, that's all required. community system, that's all required.

Committee: House Resources, Recreation and Development