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• There were some concerns about updating the board to be more transparent and responsive and aligned with
• And so you have to go to Tulsa for that.
• And I appreciate that it's a fair assessment to say that this is really patient-focused and making sure
• And so with lactation accommodation and lactation support for individuals, I understand that that's one
• to continue during disputes and ads, and clarifies decisions, including life-sustaining care and treatment

Bills: HB3976 , HB3000 , HB3001 , HB3003 , HB3004 , HB3066 , HB3904 , HB3644 , HB1687 , HB3920

Committee: Senate Health and Human Services

Keywords: rural hospitals, small hospitals, grant program, healthcare funding, Oklahoma health department, cosmetology, barbering, massage therapy, State Board of Cosmetology and Barbering, Service Oklahoma, license renewal, license reinstatement, licensing fees, sunset extension, board membership, human trafficking, victim services, beauty school, barber school, esthetics

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• </c><00:31:00.399><c> and</c><00:31:00.480><c> and</c> workers have to stay there and and and workers
• And I feel and that affected me greatly.
• <00:39:41.520><c> and</c><00:39:42.000><c> reset</c><00:39:42.400><c> the</c> and they go back and and
• Um and and so currently you can in.
• Under the judicial retirement fund, to amend sections 12-17-227.4 and 12-17-227.5 of the Code of Alabama

Bills: HB185 , HB378 , SB28 , HB400 , SB155 , HB312 , HB185 , HB378 , SB28 , HB400 , SB155 , HB312

Committee: House Ways and Means General Fund

Keywords: appropriation, transportation, judicial system, funding, state budget, Pickens County, local act, vehicle tag fee, registration fee, issuance fee, motor vehicle registration, license plate, replacement tag, transfer tag, renewal fee, county revenue, earmarked funds, ambulance service, emergency medical services, EMS

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• Wildlife, and the Bureau of Land Management.
• Um, I think certainly from the state procurement code, uh, the anti-donation clause prohibits us, and
• Does, um, Fish and wildlife, um. Give notice to people when they're hunting in that area. Uh, Mr.
• Wildlife, and, uh, you know, hunting is a, you know, a use of a natural resource.
• It was a really small sample of what the wildlife actually is in that area, and I would just like to

Committee: House Radioactive & Hazardous Materials Committee

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• My dad actually lives in a mobile home park and faces this situation often.
• And just to follow along with that, you have a section about parking.
• We have historic codes. We have a beautiful downtown, and this bill...
• Other places, you put up two feet of fence and you've got the code guy there.
• for some of our wildlife and wetland and, you know, water supply considerations.

Summary: The committee heard five housing- and resilience-related bills. HB 793 would create an International Aerospace Innovation Fund administered by Space Florida to support aerospace research, workforce development, and commercialization; it was amended with a clarifying change and passed unanimously. C.S. for HB 411 would extend an affordable housing property tax exemption to certain nonprofit projects on leased land through a housing finance authority, such as Habitat for Humanity projects; it also passed unanimously. HB 701 would require local housing assistance plans to allow mobile home owners on leased land to seek help with lot rent, and it passed unanimously after an amendment and testimony from mobile home advocates and AARP in support. The committee also considered C.S. for HB 393, which expands the My Safe Florida Condominium Pilot Program to help eligible condominiums fund hurricane mitigation projects, including roof-related work, with added eligibility and inspection requirements. The bill drew support from condo and housing groups and passed unanimously with committee substitute. The final and most extensive measure, HB 943, would significantly revise state land-use and development rules to promote affordable housing by limiting local restrictions, changing zoning and approval standards, adjusting parking and impact fee rules, and expanding accessory dwelling unit and mixed-use provisions. It generated extensive testimony, with many local officials, city and county groups, and preservation advocates opposing it as overly broad and preemptive, while housing and business groups supported it. HB 943 was amended several times during the meeting, including changes related to church-owned property, parking, historic landmarks, manufactured homes as accessory dwelling units, and fair housing language. The sponsor repeatedly said the bill was a work in progress and that additional changes would be made. After debate from members emphasizing both the need for more housing and the need to preserve local control, the committee approved HB 943 on a 14-1 vote, with Rep. Casello voting no.

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• Senate Bill 1242 by Birdwell, relating to the acquisition of land and facilities by the Texas State Technical
• and Wildlife Department, to Water, Agriculture, and Rural Affairs.
• and records kept with the Parks and Wildlife Department, to Water, Agriculture, and Rural Affairs.
• Senate Bill 1268 by Blanco, relating to the review and updating by the Texas Water Development Board
• Advisory Committee as the Texas Water Fund Advisory Committee, to Water, Agriculture, and Rural Affairs

Bills: SJR36 , SJR3 , SB616 , SB565 , SB384 , SB5 , SJR52 , SJR53 , SJR54 , SJR55 , SCR18 , SCR19 , SCR22 , SB27 , SB29 , SB35 , SB1151 , SB1152 , SB1153 , SB1154 , SB1155 , SB1156 , SB1157 , SB1158 , SB1159 , SB1160 , SB1161 , SB1162 , SB1163 , SB1164 , SB1165 , SB1166 , SB1167 , SB1168 , SB1169 , SB1170 , SB1171 , SB1172 , SB1173 , SB1174 , SB1175 , SB1176 , SB1177 , SB1178 , SB1179 , SB1180 , SB1181 , SB1182 , SB1183 , SB1184 , SB1185 , SB1186 , SB1187 , SB1188 , SB1189 , SB1190 , SB1191 , SB1192 , SB1193 , SB1194 , SB1195 , SB1196 , SB1197 , SB1198 , SB1199 , SB1200 , SB1201 , SB1202 , SB1203 , SB1204 , SB1205 , SB1206 , SB1207 , SB1208 , SB1209 , SB1210 , SB1211 , SB1212 , SB1213 , SB1214 , SB1215 , SB1216 , SB1217 , SB1218 , SB1219 , SB1220 , SB1221 , SB1222 , SB1223 , SB1224 , SB1225 , SB1226 , SB1227 , SB1228 , SB1229 , SB1230 , SB1231 , SB1232 , SB1233 , SB1234 , SB1235 , SB1236 , SB1237 , SB1238 , SB1239 , SB1240 , SB1241 , SB1242 , SB1243 , SB1244 , SB1245 , SB1246 , SB1247 , SB1248 , SB1249 , SB1250 , SB1251 , SB1252 , SB1253 , SB1254 , SB1255 , SB1256 , SB1257 , SB1258 , SB1259 , SB1260 , SB1261 , SB1262 , SB1263 , SB1264 , SB1265 , SB1266 , SB1267 , SB1268 , SB1269 , SB1270 , SB1271 , SB1272 , SB1273 , SB1274 , SB1275 , SB1276 , SB1277 , SB1278 , SB1279 , SB1280 , SB1281 , SB1282 , SB1283 , SB1284 , SB1285 , SB1286 , SB1287 , SB1288 , SB1289 , SB1290 , SB1291 , SB1292 , SB1293 , SB1294 , SB1295 , SB1296 , SB1297 , SB1298 , SB1299 , SB1300 , SB1301 , SB1302 , SB1303 , SB1304 , SB1305 , SB1306 , SB1307 , SB1308 , SB1309 , SB1310 , SB1311 , SB1312 , SB1313 , SB1314 , SB1315 , SB1316 , SB1317 , SB1318 , SB1319 , SB1320 , SB1321 , SB1322 , SB1323 , SB1324 , SB1325 , SB1326 , SB1327 , SB1328 , SB1329 , SB1330 , SB1331 , SB1332 , SB1333 , SB1334 , SB1335 , SB1336 , SB1337 , SB1338 , SB1339 , SB1340 , SB1341 , SB1342 , SB1343 , SB1344 , SB1345 , SB1621 , SJR57

Summary: The Senate met briefly to receive first-reading referrals of a large number of bills, resolutions, and joint resolutions. The measures covered a wide range of topics, including public education, health care, criminal justice, business regulation, transportation, water and natural resources, local government, taxation, elections, and public information. Many of the filings were by Senators Hughes, Perry, Alvarado, Creighton, Hancock, Parker, Zaffirini, Blanco, and others, and included proposals on school safety, health records and billing, election procedures, water planning, housing and rent issues, energy and environmental regulation, and criminal penalties. The chamber also read several concurrent and joint resolutions, including measures designating state symbols and local honors, a proposed constitutional amendment related to gaming by the Kickapoo Traditional Tribe of Texas, a proposal concerning special-session subjects, and resolutions on fiscal restraints and retirement obligations. No debate, testimony, or substantive action on the merits of the measures occurred in this portion of the transcript; the items were simply read and referred to committees. At the close of the proceedings, the Senate adjourned pursuant to a previously adopted motion and announced it would reconvene at 11 a.m. Tuesday, March 4.

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• Under AB 1022 UC and CSU campuses retain parking enforcement tools including ticketing, signage, and
• unpaid parking tickets alone but passing AB 1022 will provide clarity and statewide uniformity with being
• started earlier and that is because there are more cost-effective methods to collect parking tickets
• And at the next time, member of the Chirla, I support AB 49. Hi, my name is Kelly Texa.
• the National Wildlife Federation and Monterey Bay Aquarium, and AB 1448. support from Oceana, Monterey

Committee: House Appropriations

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• . >> Just buy you a paddle and go. >> Okay, it's 1:00 and we'll call the meeting to order.
• Chairman and members. Um, 182 is a bill dealing with our men and women in military.
• Chairman and members. Um &gt;&gt; Thank you, Mr. Chairman and members.
• </c><00:08:29.840><c> and</c> serving on a contract with you and and serving on a contract with you and
• </c> it and send them a letter. Oh, Mr. it and send them a letter. Oh, Mr.

Bills: HB213 , HB136 , HB182 , HB213 , HB136 , HB182

Committee: Senate State Governmental Affairs

Keywords: HB213, Calhoun County, board of registrars, registrar compensation, county commission, local legislation, election administration, county general fund, expense allowance, officeholder compensation, public officials pay, county election officials, Alabama Code 45-8-110, Teacher's Retirement System, TRS, DROP, Deferred Retirement Option Plan, retirement benefits, teacher retirement, classroom teacher

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• Gifted education continues to be funded through the SEG, governed under the Public School Code, and regulated
• And we also provide seminars and learning experiences, as well as classroom support for students and
• Thank you for your consideration and attention, and please vote yes. Thank you. And next, Molly.
• And, Mr.
• And you have a due pass. Yes. And you have a due pass. And next we have Senate Bill 44.

Bills: SB64 , SB19 , SB44 , SB83 , HB40 , HB100 , HJR1 , SB64 , SB19 , SB44 , SB83

Committees: Senate Senate Education , Senate House Education

Keywords: special education, office of special education, deputy secretary, public education department, IEP, individualized education program, students with disabilities, IDEA, Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, dyslexia, dyslexia screening, structured literacy, reading intervention, multilayered system of supports, MTSS, student assistance team, free appropriate public education, FAPE, special education compliance, charter schools

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• And as I said, I retired two and a half years ago.
• And, Mr. Chairman and Mr.
• And again, Mr. Chairman and Mr.
• reading and science and math skills.
• And these students, who light up for the first time, build something, code something, or realize there's

Bills: HB40 , HB100 , HJR1 , SB64 , SB19 , SB44 , SB83

Committee: House House Education

Keywords: educational retirement, annuity adjustments, cost of living, non-compounding payments, retirement benefits, STEM funding, education, innovation, public education, New Mexico, nominating committees, boards of regents, student representation, political party registration, New Mexico constitution, special education, office of special education, deputy secretary, public education department, IEP

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• We have lots of acres of nothing but parking—acres and acres and acres of asphalt. ...nothing but parking
• Acres and acres and acres of asphalt parking.
• All right, seeing none, that means we're going to go ahead and hold this, put it in the parking lot,
• And so that's... ...that for GRT, and there are many of them, and so that's in underlying code in the
• And so General Kearney actually wrote the first New Mexico tax code, which I have here in my hand.

Bills: SB36 , SB88 , SB92 , SB97 , SB48 , SB55 , SB58 , SB76 , SB93 , SB89 , SB60

Committee: Senate Senate Tax, Business & Transportation

Keywords: quantum technology, tax credit, infrastructure, economic development, New Mexico, corporate tax, research and development, innovation, foster care, income tax, guardianship, youth services, financial relief, affordable housing, gross receipts tax, tax deduction, construction materials, multifamily housing, low income, tax credits

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• This bill aligns the Washington Code of Military Justice and puts victim rights in lockstep with the
• This bill aligns the Washington Code of Military Justice and puts victim rights in lockstep with the
• The WCMJ is a criminal code uniquely applicable to members of the organized militia of Washington and
• These changes modernize the federal code and reflect our current collective understanding of special
• These changes modernize the federal code and reflect our current collective understanding of special

Bills: HB2397 , HB2417 , HB2157 , HB2186 , HB2225 , HB2351

Committee: House Technology, Economic Development, & Veterans

Keywords: fire services, reimbursement, state agencies, local jurisdictions, mobilization plan, military justice, victims' rights, militia, Washington code, legal protections, artificial intelligence, AI regulation, algorithmic discrimination, high-risk AI, machine learning, generative AI, synthetic content, impact assessment, risk management policy, consumer protection

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• And so all the House and Senate would be doing is making it legal within our The House and Senate would
• an alert goes off, and the operators get together and they talk and they communicate about what could
• The charts and the graphs show a dramatic increase and decrease in state funding and outreach, and your
• , and communities large and small.
• And Kevin, please go ahead and turn your camera on, and you may begin.

Bills: SB6061 , SB5844 , SB6079 , SB6137 , SB5831 , SB6031 , SB6178

Committee: Senate Business, Trade & Economic Development

Keywords: tourism, self-supported assessment, funding, statewide promotion, economic development, storage rental, tenancy agreements, tenant rights, landlord obligations, termination notice, insurance, wildfire prevention, policy nonrenewal, cancellation, risk management, sports wagering, sports betting, sports gambling, bookmaking, gambling regulation

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• And you've brought attention to it, and let's see if we can't work it out between the two of you and
• And you've brought attention to it, and let's see if we can't work it out between the two of you and
• And and Alabama law against federal law.
• And and like I said, I &gt;&gt; Right. Right.
• From medical requirements, their abilities and and requirements, their abilities and and [clears throat

Bills: HB139 , HB172 , HB156 , HB139 , HB172 , HB156

Committee: House Health

Keywords: HB139, Alabama discrimination, civil rights, public accommodations, employment discrimination, equal access, protected classes, race discrimination, sex discrimination, religious discrimination, age discrimination, disability discrimination, national origin discrimination, school board discrimination, labor organization, employment agency, retaliation, private right of action, punitive damages, attorney fees

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• and stuff, and they were caught.
• But you and I both know how good she is and how bad I am.
• This bill would modernize and update the code to include cybersecurity explicitly, with all the definitions
• It adds "and their instrumentalities." That’s just... ...and their instrumentalities.
• process and everything.

Bills: HB320 , HB207 , HB208 , HB290

Committee: House State Government

Keywords: public works, sealed bids, bid notice, public notice, newspaper advertisement, centralized website, digital platform, Department of Finance, Department of Transportation, county commissions, municipalities, contracting, procurement, construction bidding, Alabama code Title 39, bidding requirements, electronic bidding, online bid posting, HVAC, heating and air conditioning

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• And wildlife management agencies, how is this in the best interest of Floridians?
• projects at $50 million, state park improvements at $15 million, and citrus greening, canker, and other
• Again, looking at our state parks and some of the cuts to both positions and funding, can you explain
• Floridians love our state parks, and so do our visitors.
• for people and wildlife.

Summary: The House convened with prayer, the pledge, quorum call, and several recognitions, including guests for Education and Sharing Day, law enforcement officer of the day Detective Miata Anderson, and later FAMU Day at the Capitol and other visiting groups. The chamber adopted the special order report and then moved through a series of budget-related bills and conforming measures, with debate focused largely on recurring funding, environmental programs, housing, insurance reserves, and tax policy. Members approved HB 5011/SB 2506, which conform environmental resource funding to the proposed budget by shifting Seminole Gaming Compact-related dollars from recurring to nonrecurring funding; supporters said this preserves annual legislative review, while opponents warned it would reduce funding for the Resilient Florida program, wildlife corridor protection, invasive species removal, and other conservation efforts. The House then passed HB 5013, reducing state-funded property reinsurance reserves by lowering the RAP program and repealing FORA funding, and HB 5501, which redirects documentary stamp tax revenues from housing and transportation trust funds to general revenue; Democrats argued the housing changes would reduce affordable housing support, while Republicans said the move was needed to control recurring spending. The chamber also passed HB 5015 on state group insurance, HB 5201 on Florida PALM accounting conforming changes, HB 5203 on Capitol Center tenancy and utilities control, and HB 5009 creating a Florida Accountability Office and revising audit and budgeting functions. The most extended debate came on HB 7031, which permanently reduces the state sales tax rate from 6% to 5.25% and also lowers several related tax rates. Supporters described it as broad-based, immediate tax relief for Floridians, while opponents said property tax relief would be more targeted and that sales tax cuts also benefit tourists and out-of-state visitors. The bill passed 112-0. The House then took up the main budget bill, HB 501, and subcommittee chairs outlined the proposed $112.9 billion budget, including education, health care, transportation, agriculture and natural resources, higher education, state administration, justice, and IT spending. Members began questioning the pre-K-12 budget on school funding, vouchers, proration, mental health and safety allocations, and inflation, with the discussion continuing beyond the excerpt provided.

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• . and what they're doing to keep a fair marketplace out there and a safe product for all our Texas.
• And liquor is what in the code is considered wine and spirits. So they're, they go.
• The alcohol market is very healthy in Texas and we are dedicated.
• But I believe it's I know it's double Parks and Wildlife and DPS and what is that?
• for in Texas and in the industry as a whole, since COVID, sales increased, and then until, probably.

Committee: House Licensing & Administrative Procedures

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• , forestry, plant and soil sciences, wildlife, forestry, plant and soil sciences, and more.
• of Science in Ag Media and a Master of Science in Agriculture from West Texas A&M.
• Program that works to recruit and retain and graduate eligible U.S. citizens and ...to recruit and retain
• She was born in Roswell, New Mexico, and her parents moved here from El Paso, Texas, and Ciudad Juárez
• Parks Division of the Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department to identify and recommend a

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• habitat restoration, wildlife protection, and other related initiatives.
• These habitats benefit wildlife and other people.
• I represent Texas Gun Rights, and I am in favor of SB 82.
• And with that, and subject to your questions, Texas Gun Rights wholeheartedly supports this bill.
• the Internet and via mobile apps in Texas: Mega Millions and Powerball.

Bills: SB82 , SB1807 , SB2254 , HB 119 , HB 130 , HB581 , HJR98 , SB1988 , SB 18 , SB 34

Committee: Senate State Affairs

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• I move to pass in second and debate. Or debate, we opened up for folks, and now...
• With that, I'll yield to questions and ask for a dupa.
• I moved for adoption and do not yield for...
• Thank you, committee, for the previous vote and lack of questions.
• And what we like is to co-chair, and all we like is voters of mine. All right. Thank you, Mr.

Bills: SB1265 , SB2154 , SB1775 , SB2139 , SB1552 , SB483 , SB1198 , SB2135 , SB2118

Committee: House County and Municipal Government

Keywords: municipal ordinances, local government, ordinance publication, posting requirement, public notice, municipal law, city ordinances, town ordinances, county government, newspaper publication, effective date, Oklahoma statutes, 11 O.S. 14-106, ordinance notice, government oversight, municipalities, city government, town government, property maintenance, nuisance abatement

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• The speaker and I did, and they are being charged for 4.55%.
• Large businesses and their supply chains need to go green in order to bring social and environmental
• And I appreciate Representative Don's visiting on this bill and some of the other states that this bill
• and becoming a homeowner.
• Please step up to the mic and And so everybody following can hear your name and your position.

Bills: HB3041 , HB4428 , HB4429 , HB1064 , HB3265 , HB3721 , HB3028 , HB3313 , HB3588 , HB3020

Committee: House Banking, Financial Services and Pensions

Keywords: credit card transactions, payment methods, service charge, consumer rights, financial regulation, public finance, pension, pension fund, retirement system, board of trustees, proxy voting, proxy proposal, shareholder vote, shareholder activism, fiduciary duty, pecuniary factors, nonpecuniary factors, ESG, environmental social governance, social goals