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• So in terms of the number of investigations, we can't really get too much into that because of confidentiality
• of matters?
• plants and a lot of out-of-state workers.
• They've got a lot of out-of-state workers, a lot of Texas, a lot of Texas workers, and if we've got a
• First, a statement, or I guess mainly a statement, but it was kind of mentioned about not being able

Committee: House Insurance

Transcript Highlights:

• SO THIS IS JUST A SNAPSHOT OF OUR COMPARISON OF THE TWO.
• THESE OF ALL OF THE SAME RULE TRACK. ON NOVEMBER 19 WE HAD A WORKSHOP.
• THE NEXT FEW SLIDES PROVIDE A BREAKDOWN OF THE ALLEGATION STATEMENTS AND HIGHLIGHT THE TOP 10 SERVICE
• LIFE OF THE CONTRACT WE ASSESSED DAMAGES FOR LOTS OF VARIOUS REASONS.
• THESE AREN'T SECOND GRADERS, THESE ARE CORPORATIONS MAKING HUNDREDS OF MILLIONS OF DOLLARS OF TAXPAYERS

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• And at the beginning of the step of entering into universities, we trust the threshold of a placement
• second page of that.
• of the library.
• Again, I go back to one of my earlier statements.
• because of bad actors.

Bills: HB2950 , HB2978 , HB3132 , HB3242 , HB3467 , HB3700 , HB3701 , HB4115 , HB4274

Committee: House Education Oversight

Summary: The Education Oversight Committee heard several bills focused on higher education, school library materials, military student transfers, women’s privacy, academic grading standards, program review, and teacher professional development. HB 2950, by Rep. Woolley, would remove the ACT requirement for homeschool students seeking Oklahoma’s Promise and bar colleges from imposing extra homeschool-specific hurdles; supporters said it would treat homeschoolers the same as other students, while opponents raised concerns about oversight and taxpayer-funded aid. The committee also heard HB 3132, which would direct higher education institutions to seek accreditors that do not impose DEI mandates, and HB 3700, which would require colleges to grade students only on academic criteria rather than opinions or beliefs. HB 3701 would codify regents’ procedures for reviewing and acting on low-performing degree programs, and HB 4115 would cap required teacher professional development hours, with the sponsor emphasizing local control and that the bill is permissive rather than mandatory. The committee also considered HB 2978, which would prohibit public school library materials from including descriptions or depictions of sexually explicit conduct. Supporters framed it as protecting children and aligning library collections with community standards, while opponents worried the language could limit access to materials that help students understand abuse and safety. HB 4274, a cleanup bill on military student schooling and school choice, would restore omitted transfer language, clarify in-district enrollment timing, and align the six-month relocation requirement with the Open Transfer Act. HB 3242, dealing with privacy for women in schools, universities, and domestic violence shelters, drew questions about how gender would be verified and how the bill would affect transgender students and shelter access. Most bills advanced on motions for due pass after committee discussion. HB 2950, HB 2978, HB 3132, HB 4274, HB 3242, HB 3700, HB 3701, and HB 4115 all received due pass recommendations. HB 3467 was laid over until the next meeting, and the committee then adjourned.

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• </c> reputation of any person. reputation of any person.
• of of of this but assuming for the point of of of this that<00:18:19.039><c> there</c><00:18:19.360>
• Well, let's say it's a grievance of some sort, because I'm more interested in the grievance problem than
• That's the core. of that kind of proceeding. What if what of that kind of proceeding.
• of of a political right that employees of of a political subdivision<00:42:56.720><c> have</c> subdivision

Summary: The subcommittee held a work session on HB 313, a bill dealing with non-public sessions and when a person discussed in such a session should be notified or allowed to request that the meeting be open. The chair opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance and invited public comment before committee discussion. The main public testimony came from Phil Jaru, who described a personal dispute with local officials and said the bill should ensure people are notified when they are being discussed in closed session and can request an open meeting. He also argued for limits on non-public sessions, saying they should not be used for matters outside the board’s authority or for what he characterized as gossip, while also trying to avoid interfering with investigations. Committee members focused on the practical and legal problems with the proposal. Several members questioned whether a person should have a right to attend, to demand an open meeting, or simply to receive notice, and whether that right should apply before the meeting or only once the discussion begins. Members raised concerns about situations involving multiple people, children, victims, or other confidentiality interests, and whether a request to open the meeting could conflict when one person wants openness and another wants privacy. One member suggested the bill may be too broad and proposed narrowing it to simple advance notification, possibly by email, rather than an automatic right to open the meeting. The discussion also touched on existing law governing non-public sessions, including the narrow “reputation” exception and Supreme Court cases interpreting it. Members noted that the current statute already limits non-public discussion to the matters stated in the motion, and some suggested that if the concern is boards using non-public sessions for unrelated discussion, that issue may be better addressed by clarifying the existing statute rather than expanding the bill. No vote or final action was taken; the committee appeared to continue working through possible amendments and whether the bill should be narrowed to notification or a right to attend rather than a right to force the meeting open.

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• It only adds potentially years of delay and millions of dollars in cost.
• This kind of investment will support thousands of good-paying jobs.
• ...amid these challenges and the fact that, as of July of next year, because of all of the compounding
• In terms of economic development and in terms of the connection of L-SERPs and SERPs and tying that to
• And Why Nothing Works is, and I have no financial interest in the book, by the way.

Committee: Senate Environmental Quality

Summary: The committee heard several bills related to environmental quality, housing, transportation, and waste policy. SB 1375, by Senator Cortese, would create a narrow CEQA exemption category for certain transit and rail projects that have already undergone extensive environmental review. Supporters, including VTA, the City of San Jose, BART, Caltrain, MTC, and Climate Reality Silicon Valley, said it would reduce duplicative review and speed projects like the Diridon Station modernization. Committee members emphasized added amendments requiring displacement, construction-impact, and natural resources plans, and the bill passed 5-0 as amended to Transportation. The committee then took up SB 1031 on compostable plastics labeling. The author and supporters such as Californians Against Waste and the California Compost Coalition argued the bill would reduce consumer confusion, curb contamination in compost and recycling streams, and direct OEHHA to study health and environmental impacts. Opponents including manufacturers, BPI, retailers, and other industry groups said the bill would effectively ban compostable products in California, harm businesses, and fail to fix the underlying National Organics Program issue. After extensive discussion about labeling, composting capacity, and costs, the bill passed 2-2 on call to Appropriations. SB 958, relating to the Midway Rising redevelopment project in San Diego, was presented next; supporters said it would help move forward a large housing and mixed-use project on city-owned land after years of review and voter approval, and it passed 3-0 on call to Local Government. SB 1075, the Clean Air Promise, drew the most extensive debate. The bill would strengthen implementation and enforcement of AB 617 community emissions reduction plans and local plans in overburdened communities. Environmental justice advocates and youth supporters backed the measure, while local governments, business groups, air district representatives, and industry groups warned it would create uncertainty, add land-use constraints, and act as a housing and cost driver. The author accepted several committee amendments and said the bill was still being worked on, but the motion to pass it to Local Government resulted in a 2-2 tie and the bill remained on call. SB 1064, by Senator Dahle, would reduce clean truck check testing frequency for low-use heavy-duty vehicles and equipment from twice a year to once a year. Agricultural and trucking witnesses supported it as a practical, cost-saving change, while air quality advocates opposed weakening a program they said prevents excess emissions and protects public health. The bill passed 4-0 on call to Transportation. Finally, SB 1258 was presented as a revised measure on remediation of hazardous waste sites on the Cortese list. The author said the committee amendments replaced the bill’s original approach, but he continued to argue that remediation should be aligned with housing development so contaminated infill sites can be cleaned up and built on more efficiently. Developers and environmental consultants supported the concept, saying current timing rules create risk and leave sites idle, while the committee continued to hear testimony as the transcript ended.

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• And I've just got a couple of sort of logistical questions.
• </c><00:13:38.200><c> Um</c> of the bill. Um of the bill.
• <00:25:02.560><c> of</c><00:25:02.720><c> this</c><00:25:02.920><c> particular</c> of of this particular
• of of this particular uh,<00:25:04.560><c> award.
• </c><00:36:25.160><c> lines</c> because of the number of light lines because of the number of light lines

Committee: House Veterans, Military Affairs, & Public Protection

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• kind of interesting to see and um it was kind of interesting to see what<01:09:56.400><c> other</c><01
• </c> It's kind of interesting stuff. It's kind of interesting stuff.
• The interest off of that is earmarked into this account.
• ><c> redirected</c> all of those interests being redirected all of those interests being redirected back
• And by statute, the interest generated off of that account goes into the trust fund interest account,

Committee: Joint Travel, Recreation, Wildlife & Cultural Resources

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• of Public Service to attend.
• </c><00:02:44.880><c> H.527</c> the House version of H.527 the House version of H.527 extended<00:02:
• will</c><00:03:11.440><c> recall</c> Members of this body will recall Members of this body will recall
• </c><00:04:32.480><c> Public</c> requires the Department of Public requires the Department of Public
• Section 248 of 30 V.S.A. governs the issuance of certificates of public good for telecommunications facilities

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• these bills, thinking that the parents with the best interest of their children are getting... trans
• </c><00:54:50.880><c> getting</c> ...the interest of their children are getting involved in this.
• I don't think there's any one of us here that wouldn't come out with a statement like that to their kid
• And it is our job at this table to act in the best interests of children in New Hampshire.
• </c><01:43:56.239><c> of</c> table to act in the best interests of table to act in the best interests

Summary: The committee met in executive session on Senate Bill 72, a parental rights in education measure, and considered an amendment offered by Representative Raymond. Raymond explained that his changes were intended to narrow the bill so it would not force schools to act as “surveillance operatives” for parents, especially regarding older students, and to avoid requiring teachers to disclose private family matters such as a student’s sexual orientation or pronouns. He also struck the bill’s “clear and convincing” standard and replaced it with a lower “evidence” standard, arguing teachers should have some basis for concern but not a burden equivalent to terminating parental rights. He said the amendment was meant to preserve due process, avoid weaponizing the bill in civil disputes, and reduce the risk of lawsuits. Members then debated the scope of the bill and amendment. Supporters said schools should not withhold information about a child’s health, school environment, behavior, bullying, self-harm, or criminal conduct, and argued that parents have a right to know about serious issues such as mental health concerns, sexual assault, drug use, or other misconduct. Several members emphasized that teachers do not diagnose mental illness, but should report observable concerns and involve school administrators or counselors when necessary. Opponents argued the bill would chill communication between students and trusted adults at school, especially for children from dysfunctional or unsafe homes, and said it could force outing of gay or trans students and increase the risk of harm or self-harm. One member cited the Department of Education’s trusted-adult approach and said teachers are not covered by formal confidentiality rules in the same way as lawyers or doctors. The discussion included examples and hypotheticals about bullying, sexual assault, drug use, self-harm, gender dysphoria, and whether a teacher would have to tell parents if a student used different pronouns or a nickname. Raymond and supporters said the bill would require disclosure of serious safety concerns but not compel teachers to diagnose or pry into private matters. Opponents argued the bill’s language still sweeps too broadly and could force disclosure in situations where a student fears abuse or being kicked out at home. The transcript does not show a final vote on the amendment or bill in the excerpt provided.

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• </c><00:16:17.360><c> sustainability</c><00:16:18.000><c> of</c> long-term financial sustainability of
• long-term financial sustainability of the<00:16:18.399><c> colleges,</c><00:16:19.759><c> I</c><00:16
• Currently, four foreign interests control 90% of our global rare earth minerals.
• Currently, four foreign interests control 90% of our global rare earth minerals.
• Currently, four foreign interests control 90% of our global rare earth minerals.

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• So if you're interested, you can go to the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries website, scroll
• If interested, you can go to the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries website, scroll down
• I have a very vested interest in the management of CWD in our state and the rules, regulations, and legislation
• and behavior of white-tailed deer, and the commitment to the interest of the resource.
• However, it is not in the best interest of the resource to reduce the size of the CWD mitigation and

Summary: The Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Commission/task force met on April 17, 2026, with a quorum present. Members adopted the agenda and prior minutes, then received an update on the chronic wasting disease (CWD) index case in Washington Parish. Staff explained that a hunter-submitted deer tested positive in January 2026, the case was confirmed by the National Veterinary Services Laboratory, and an emergency declaration was issued March 11 to extend the CWD control area into portions of Washington and surrounding parishes. The update also reviewed baiting restrictions in enhanced mitigation and buffer zones, the 180-day duration of the emergency declaration, and the department’s website tools for locating affected areas. The commission then agreed to table its own CWD task force recommendations while Senate Concurrent Resolution 24 was being considered during the legislative session. Senator Womack summarized SCR 24 as a “reset” of CWD policy. He said it would set a 1.5% apparent prevalence trigger, require at least 300 samples, shorten the management zone from 25 miles to 15 miles, and allow baiting/supplemental feeding from the opening of deer season through March 31 unless the trigger is met. He said the resolution would also help address feral hog issues and restore more normal hunting and economic conditions. Commission and staff members clarified that the resolution would not affect deer pens or livestock under the Department of Agriculture, and that if sampling goals are not met, feed bans would apply the following year. Several stakeholders testified on the economic and management impacts. Louisiana Farm Bureau representatives supported the effort to find a workable solution but asked for clarity on how the resolution would be implemented, especially whether emergency declarations would immediately impose new restrictions. They emphasized the need to avoid discouraging deer sampling and to consider impacts on feed suppliers, landowners, and hunting leases. A written statement from Vic Blanchard of the Louisiana Landowners Association opposed SCR 24 and HCR 4, arguing that easing restrictions would worsen CWD spread and undermine wildlife management. Other speakers said the resolution should preserve economic planning for feed businesses and allow the commission to continue monitoring disease prevalence. After public comment, the commission voted to table its recommendations and then adjourned without taking a vote on SCR 24 itself.

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• I appear on behalf of the Chiefs of Police Association and the North Dakota League of Cities in favor
• of this resolution.
• None of us could argue with the premise of this at all.
• You know, because a lot of, when you do introduce a bill, especially if it's kind of out-of-the-box thinking
• Mine's more of a statement. Well, I understand that.

Bills: HCR3025

Committee: Senate State and Local Government

Summary: The State and Local Government Committee first heard House Concurrent Resolution 3025, a resolution honoring the police and first responders of Fargo. Representative Hendricks presented it as a straightforward tribute tied to a tragic incident, and several members and a representative of the Chiefs of Police Association and North Dakota League of Cities spoke in support. There was no opposition, and the committee closed the hearing and later gave the resolution a 6-0 do pass recommendation, with Senator Braunberger volunteering to carry it. The committee then heard House Concurrent Resolution 3010, which would direct Legislative Management to study legislative responsibility to review existing law before proposing new law. Representative Kempinock said the idea was to reduce repetitive or duplicative bills and improve legislative education, but also noted that current efforts by Legislative Council and leadership had made the resolution largely unnecessary. Members generally agreed with the premise but questioned whether a study was needed, and the committee ultimately gave it a 4-2 do pass recommendation, with Senator Lee volunteering to carry it. Next, the committee heard House Concurrent Resolution 3003, which would raise the threshold for approving constitutional amendments from 50% to 60%. Speaker Wise argued constitutional changes should be difficult and cited other states’ higher thresholds, while Eric Spencer of the Greater North Dakota Chamber supported the measure and emphasized how often North Dakota’s Constitution has been amended. Members discussed the irony of asking voters to raise the threshold by a simple majority and the broader issue of an overused constitution, but the committee still recommended it do pass on a 6-0 vote. The committee then spent considerable time on House Bill 1297 and related House Bill 1307 amendments dealing with approval voting, ranked-choice voting, and a Fargo-specific exemption. Members and witnesses from the Secretary of State’s office and the League of Cities debated whether Fargo should be exempted and how to avoid conflicts between the two bills. An amendment to strip approval voting from 1297 failed on a 3-3 tie, after which the committee gave 1297 a 4-2 do pass recommendation so the floor could decide the issue, with plans to reconcile 1307 afterward based on that outcome.

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• state of on for the rest of the state of Colorado.
• It's not that they're against it, but there's a financial cost of doing so.
• </c> cost of a financial cost of doing so. cost of a financial cost of doing so.
• Housing authorities are really interesting animals in the world of local government, in my opinion anyway
• Housing authorities are really interesting animals in the world of local government, in my opinion anyway

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• Reports of standing committees. Reports of select committees.
• And so all of those things become part of the archive and understanding of African people.
• And so all of those things become part of the archive and understanding of African people.
• And so all of those things become part of the archive and understanding of African people.
• And so all of those things become part of the archive and understanding of African people.

Summary: The Senate convened, approved the prior journal, received messages and substitutions from the Assembly, and welcomed two new members, Senators Erik Bottcher and Jeremy Zellner. The chamber then adopted the resolution calendar and took up a privileged resolution sponsored by Majority Leader Stewart-Cousins memorializing Governor Hochul to proclaim February 2026 as Black History Month in New York. Senators Bailey, Baskin, Sanders, Scarcella-Spanton, Brisport, Parker, Cleare, Comrie, and others spoke in support, emphasizing Black history as American history, the importance of education and remembrance, and the contributions of Black New Yorkers and historical figures. The resolution was adopted, and the leader opened it for co-sponsorship. The Senate then moved to the bill calendar and passed several measures, including bills on civil procedure, urban development, labor, and public service law. One labor bill was substituted from the Assembly and passed. Several energy and utility-related bills drew debate, with supporters arguing they would improve affordability, utility rate-setting, and consumer protections, while opponents said they would not meaningfully lower costs and instead reflected broader policy choices. Senator Walczyk voted no on one utility bill, and Senators Tedisco and others criticized the package; Senators Mayer and Harckham defended the measures as needed reforms to utility regulation and return-on-equity standards. Most bills were approved by wide margins, including one public service bill that passed 53-9 and another that passed 61-1.

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• Point of order, Mr. Speaker. State your point of order.
• Point of order, Mr. Speaker. State your point of order.
• any of the actual operative provisions of<00:14:29.600><c> the</c> of the of the uh<00:14:30.640><c>
• </c> that'd be a lot of fun. that'd be a lot of fun.
• I also think the statement that it will be the wild west and not a good use of our time is a choice.

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• Any building level administrator shall have the right to request a written statement of reasons for non-renewal
• So the first part of this is they have the ability to request a written statement. I think nicely.
• So the first part of this is they have the ability to request a written statement. Renewal notice.
• So the first part of this is they have the ability to request a written statement.
• So if, in a perfect world, if we could pay for all of our students to take an ACT, is your interest in

Committee: House Elementary and Secondary Education

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• It's a mere statement of fact and a recitation of what is in the proposed SCR. ...proposed SCR.
• To that point, so in the interest of balance, would you also include in this measure, let's see, on line
• I’m speaking on behalf of myself, but in the interest of full disclosure, I’m the counsel for the plaintiffs
• My assumption is that one of the desires of this measure is to reverse that amorphous statement and actually
• Again, in the interests of clarification and readability for the voters, I think it would make sense,

Committee: Joint Legislative Council

Summary: The committee met to review and adopt Legislative Council ballot measure analyses, with members repeatedly reminded that the hearing was limited to the accuracy, clarity, and impartiality of the summaries and not the merits of the underlying proposals. Steve Premack explained the statutory role of the analyses in the publicity pamphlet, and staff presented draft language for several measures. The committee considered and voted on multiple amendments, often debating whether proposed wording was clearer or instead crossed into advocacy or added unnecessary legal detail. For SCR 1004, members debated amendments to more closely mirror the measure’s text and to add language about electric vehicles and mileage, but several proposed changes were rejected. The analysis was ultimately adopted by an 8-6 roll call. HCR 2021 was then adopted without amendment by the same 8-6 margin. For HCR 2055, members debated whether the summary should say the Department of Homeland Security must “do everything” or “use all lawful means available,” and whether to add language about cartels acting “individually or collectively”; both amendments were rejected and the analysis was adopted 8-6. The committee next took up SCR 1004 on photo enforcement systems, where members proposed amendments to clarify that the measure would apply to red light cameras, to add “thereafter” regarding recurring voter approval, and to specify that approval would occur at the general election; those amendments failed, and the analysis was adopted 8-6. On SCR 1032, dealing with instructional expenses and classroom site fund reductions, members debated adding a definition of the Classroom Site Fund and spelling out the waiver process in more detail; both amendments failed, and the analysis was adopted 8-6. Finally, on HCR 2001 regarding citizenship identification and early voting, members rejected amendments that would have added background on current law, clarified that mail voting would be affected, added severability and revenue-source language, and struck the measure’s short title; the discussion was lengthy and at times contentious, but the transcript ends before a final roll-call vote on that measure is shown.

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• And second, a Department of Justice sued the state of Minnesota because of our policy out of alignment
• <c> sex,</c> recognition of material reality of sex, recognition of material reality of sex, must<00:
• </c> than just one of them. than just one of them.
• But we're also on the hook legally and financially because of this lawsuit filed by the Department of
• </c> financially because of this lawsuit financially because of this lawsuit filed<02:15:36.160><c> by

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• </c> state of New Hampshire owns 275 dams. state of New Hampshire owns 275 dams.
• of negotiations more of a the beginning of negotiations that<00:19:34.320><c> we</c><00:19:34.480><c>
• share of FICA and Medicare and the employee's share of both of those, plus the employee withholdings
• </c> interest and penalties. interest and penalties.
• </c><00:41:50.240><c> of</c> also picks a more reasonable level of of also picks a more reasonable level

Summary: The committee first considered House Bill 241, which would provide information about alternative pain treatments rather than mandate services. Members cited support from the prime sponsor, medical organizations, insurers, and other stakeholders, and noted there was no fiscal impact. The committee voted unanimously, 7-0, to ought to pass the bill. It then took up House Bill 629, which raises a boat decal fee and dedicates the revenue to the dam maintenance fund. Members described the state’s deteriorating dam infrastructure, noting the large number of dams, the high-hazard sites, and the much larger funding need, while saying the bill would provide only a modest start. They also said boat owners generally did not strongly object to the fee. The committee voted 7-0 to ought to pass. House Bill 1042, concerning an increase in the unified contingent credit limit for New Hampshire Business Finance Authority projects, drew more divided discussion. Supporters said the higher cap would provide needed flexibility and liquidity for business development and that the state treasurer and BFA had explained the credit structure and low historical loss rate; opponents warned the increase would raise state exposure too much, too soon. After debate, the chair postponed the bill, then later returned with an amendment lowering the proposed limit from 450 million to 400 million, which the committee adopted unanimously. The committee then moved to ought to pass as amended. Finally, the committee considered House Bill 1411, which would have allowed withholding payments to the federal government in response to federal actions. Members opposing the bill argued that withholding employee-related funds would be unlawful and ineffective, while supporters said it could serve as a statement and suggested interim study instead. The committee rejected the bill on a 4-3 vote and voted to inexpedient to legislate.

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• Sir Diquette on behalf of the Rural County Representatives of California, the Urban Counties of California
• You know, listening and understanding certainly of local government's interests to be able to have the
• You know, listening and understanding certainly of local government's interests to be able to have the
• the efficacy of masks in slowing the spread of disease.
• rights of workers and the importance of that.

Summary: The Assembly Labor and Employment Committee met on March 19, 2025, adopted its rules, and approved the consent calendar before hearing several bills. AB 538, by Assemblymember Berman, would require awarding bodies on public works projects to make a timely attempt to obtain certified payroll records from contractors when the public requests them, rather than simply saying they do not have the records. Supporters said it would clarify existing prevailing wage enforcement; county, city, special district, and housing groups opposed it over workload, privacy, and potential funding risks. The bill passed the committee on a do-pass recommendation to Appropriations. The committee then heard AB 485, authored by Chair Ortega, which would direct state agencies to deny or renew business licenses for employers with outstanding wage theft judgments unless the judgments are satisfied or bonded. Supporters, including labor groups and a caregiver who described delayed recovery of unpaid wages, said the bill would give workers meaningful leverage to collect judgments. The California Hospital Association opposed it, warning that license action could threaten patient access to care. The bill passed on a do-pass recommendation to Appropriations. AB 596, by Assemblymember McKinnor, would codify workers’ right to wear a face covering or respirator at work unless it creates a direct safety hazard. Supporters said the measure would protect workers from illness, wildfire smoke, and employer restrictions after prior Cal/OSHA protections expired; the Chamber of Commerce opposed it narrowly, asking for an exception where masks are infeasible for certain tasks. The committee supported the bill and sent it to Appropriations. The hearing concluded with the roll kept open for absent members and the committee adjourned.