Bills: SB5, SB11, SB12, SB9, SB42, SB15, SB5, SB11, SB12, SCR1

Keywords: hemp regulation, consumable products, cannabinoids, occupational licenses, criminal offenses, SB 11, Texas attorney general, election crimes, election law enforcement, criminal prosecution, Election Code, Government Code Chapter 402, local prosecutors, county attorney, district attorney, grand jury, probable cause reports, state election offenses, voter fraud, election integrity

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• Many argued that the bike lanes were installed with insufficient study of actual bicycle traffic volumes
• We won't be talking about bicycles this morning.
• so I think it could be very helpful so that we can create new ways for people to be safe on their bicycles

Bills: HB341, HB469, HB971, HB1624, HB2721, HB2959, HB3365, HB3731, HB3793, HB3861, HB3946, HB3966, HB4348, HB4401, HB4402, HB4924, HB4966, HB5563

Keywords: affordable housing, zoning, development, community support, local regulations, bicycle lanes, traffic collisions, Texas Department of Transportation, study, public safety, bicycles, electric bicycles, scooters, road safety, transportation study, commercial vehicle, safety standards, enforcement, Texas counties, transportation

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• bill: Committee Substitute for Senate Bill 382, a bill to be entitled an act relating to electric bicycles
• An operator may not operate an electric bicycle at speeds greater than 10 miles an hour if a pedestrian
• examine and recommend improvements to state law to encourage the safe operation of these electric bicycles
• involved with efforts to prevent bicycle and e-bike injuries and fatalities.
• time: Committee Substitute for Senate Bill 382, a bill to be entitled an act relating to electric bicycles

Summary: The Senate convened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and a moment of silence honoring former Senator Charlie Dean. Senators also introduced guests, including family members, church leaders, and visiting students. The chamber then moved to the special order calendar, where several bills were temporarily postponed, including measures on Citizens Property Insurance, artificial intelligence, public records, and data centers. The Senate passed a series of bills focused on consumer protection, transportation safety, health, and financial regulation. CS/HB 505 on virtual currency kiosks passed 37-0 after being substituted for SB 198 and amended to adopt Senate language aimed at limiting fraud and setting transaction controls. SB 382 on electric bicycles passed 37-0 after amendment to broaden the task force to micro-mobility devices. SB 844 on sickle cell disease continuing education passed 37-0, requiring certain health professionals to complete training on care management. SB 1014 on municipal utility service outside city limits passed 37-0, and SB 428 on the swimming lesson voucher program passed 36-0 after amendments expanding the program to ages 1 through 7 and adding drowning-prevention education for new parents. The Senate also passed CS/CS/CS/SB 540 on the Office of Financial Regulation, which creates cybersecurity program requirements for certain licensees, expands oversight of some investment advisers, and updates credit union and anti-money-laundering provisions; it passed 36-0. CS/CS/SB 1440 on public records passed 35-1 after technical amendments tied to related cybersecurity exemptions and reporting requirements. SB 1594 on veteran benefit payments to minor clients passed 36-0, directing certain benefits for foster youth toward post-secondary education or aftercare rather than agency reimbursement. At the end of the session, the Rules Chair moved to certify all passed bills to the House and retain postponed bills on the special order calendar, and the Senate adjourned until the next day.

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• Today I am here presenting CS for HB 243, Electric Bicycles.
• families have lost loved ones and young people have been seriously injured while using electric bicycles
• In fact, one of the fatalities she mentioned didn't even show up in a crash report involving a bicycle
• because it was actually what they considered to be an e-moto, and once again, a bicycle because it was
• if you see e-bikes on the road, they go essentially faster than 28 miles per hour and where those bicycles

Summary: The Transportation and Economic Development Budget Subcommittee met with a quorum and heard two member bills. The first, CS for HB 243 on electric bicycles, was presented as a safety and data-collection measure prompted by fatalities and serious injuries involving e-bikes and similar devices. The sponsor said the bill would create a task force, require law enforcement crash data collection, and focus on education and enforcement rather than licensing changes. Testimony in support came from law enforcement, AARP, and local officials, who said statewide data is inconsistent and current classifications do not reflect the speed and use of newer devices. Members discussed the need for better reporting and bike safety, and the bill passed favorably by roll call vote. The committee then took up CS for HB 679, which would modernize Florida’s trademark registration system by aligning it more closely with federal standards, requiring clearer identification of goods and services, proof of use in commerce, and allowing streamlined online filing and renewal. The only public testimony was a supportive appearance from the Florida Bar’s business law section. There were no questions or debate, and the bill also passed favorably by roll call vote. The meeting then adjourned.

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• Committee Substitute for Senate Bill 382, a bill entitled an act relating to electric bicycle.
• An operator may not operate an electric bicycle at speeds over 10 miles an hour if the pedestrian is
• examine the recommendations to improve state law to encourage the safe operation of these electric bicycles
• involved with efforts to prevent bicycle and e-bike injuries and fatalities.
• Committee Substitute for Senate Bill 382, a bill entitled an act relating to electric bicycles.

Keywords: 998, house, all

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• Secretary: Committee Substitute for Senate Bill 382, a bill entitled an act relating to Electric Bicycles
• An operator may not operate an electric bicycle at speeds over 10 miles an hour if there is a pedestrian
• examine and recommend improvements to state law to encourage the safe operation of these electric bicycles
• and pedestrian injuries, and a member of an organization involved with efforts to prevent bicycle and
• Secretary: Committee Substitute for Senate Bill 382, a bill entitled an act relating to Electric Bicycles

Keywords: 999, senate, all

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• trying to limit the power of those vehicles to mimic bicycles.
• ,<00:18:36.880> and end speed of a traditional bicycle, and end speed of a traditional bicycle
• We of those vehicles to mimic bicycles.
• > Minnesota<00:19:31.600> remains Bicycle Alliance of Minnesota remains Bicycle Alliance
• <00:34:29.800> safety motor the new motorized bicycle safety motor the new motorized bicycle

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• bill: Committee Substitute for Senate Bill 382, a bill to be entitled an act relating to electric bicycles
• An operator may not operate an electric bicycle at speeds greater than 10 miles an hour if a pedestrian
• An operator may not operate an electric bicycle at speeds greater than 10 miles an hour if a pedestrian
• examine and recommend improvements to state law to encourage the safe operation of these electric bicycles
• Committee substitute for Senate Bill 382, a bill to be entitled to act relating to electric bicycles.

Summary: The Senate convened with a quorum, opening prayer, Pledge of Allegiance, and a doctor of the day announcement. Members also observed a moment of silence for former Senator Charlie Dean, with tributes offered to his service and family. Several introductions were made, including guests in the gallery and visiting students. On the special order calendar, the Senate temporarily postponed bills on Citizens Property Insurance, artificial intelligence, public records, and data centers, then took up and passed several measures. SB 198/HB 505 on virtual currency kiosks was substituted to the House bill, amended to adopt the Senate language, and passed 37-0 to address fraud, registration, transaction limits, warnings, receipts, and refunds for scam victims. SB 382 on electric bicycles passed 37-0 after amendment to broaden the task force to micro-mobility devices and collect crash data. SB 844 on sickle cell disease continuing education passed 37-0, requiring one-time board-approved training for certain licensed health professionals. SB 1014 on municipal utility service outside city limits passed 37-0, prohibiting cities from denying water or wastewater service solely because an owner refuses annexation, subject to service and funding conditions. The Senate also passed SB 428 on the swimming lesson voucher program by 36-0 after amendments expanding eligibility to ages 1 through 7 and adding postpartum drowning-prevention education and safe bathing guidance. SB 540 on the Office of Financial Regulation passed 36-0, creating cybersecurity program and oversight requirements for certain financial licensees and clarifying anti-money-laundering enforcement. SB 1440 on public records passed 35-1 after technical amendments, extending cybersecurity-related public records exemptions and reporting provisions. SB 1594 on veteran benefit payments to minor clients passed 36-0, directing benefits received on behalf of foster youth toward post-secondary education or aftercare rather than agency reimbursement. At the end of the session, the Rules Chair moved to waive rules so all bills passed that day would be immediately certified to the House and the postponed bills would remain on the special order calendar; both motions were adopted. The Senate then adjourned until the next morning for committee meetings and other business.

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• live is first of all, from a bicycle live is first of all, from a bicycle advocacy<00:30:19.440>
• Um, for those of you who haven't used an e-bike, you know, they do make bicycling just so much easier
• Um, for those of you who haven't used an e-bike, you know, they do make bicycling just so much easier
• executive director of the Bicycle executive director of the Bicycle Alliance<01:07:02.480> of
• I also represent MDOT bicycle safety.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• Up next, we have Travis Council from Hawaii Bicycling League in opposition.
• Up next, we have Travis Council from Hawaii Bicycling League in opposition.
• Up next, we have Travis Council from Hawaii Bicycling League in opposition.
• First we have Travis Council of Hawaii Bicycling League in support.
• Hawaii Bicycling League in support. Hawaii Bicycling League in support.

Keywords: 910, house, all

Summary: The joint Transportation and Public Safety hearing considered HCR 121/HR 117, which asks federal and state transportation and defense agencies to coordinate on expanding Kle Pass as an emergency exit route. Testimony was overwhelmingly in support from state departments and community representatives, though one member raised equity concerns about other communities needing similar access solutions. Both committees recommended passage, and the resolutions were adopted in tandem. The Transportation Committee then heard a series of road safety and mobility resolutions. These included HCR 43 on studying highway patrol and speed cameras in speeding hotspots; HCR 52/HR 48 on a sidewalk between Iroquois Point and Ewa Beach; HCR 57/HR 53 on traffic calming around Piywa Street in Waipahu; HCR 112/HR 108 on a pedestrian-first policy; HCR 129/HR 125 on safety and congestion near Haiku Elementary; HCR 131/HR 127 on rural air service and short takeoff/landing aircraft; HCR 136/HR 130 on reflective gear for pedestrians at night; HCR 137/HR 131 on school crosswalk safety at Kipapa Elementary; HCR 177/HR 173 on a summer streets pilot; and HR 43 on an emergency access road on the YNI coast. Testimony was mixed but generally supportive of pedestrian and school safety measures, while some transportation and bicycling advocates opposed the reflective-gear resolution as placing too much responsibility on pedestrians rather than improving the built environment. During decision-making, the committee advanced all measures. HCR 43 was amended to specify the study should include district court impacts. HCR 131/HR 127 was amended to shift the rural air service study from the Legislative Reference Bureau to the Department of Transportation. HCR 136/HR 130 was amended to change the reflective-gear proposal from a requirement to an encouragement. HCR 137/HR 131 and HCR 45/HR 38 were also advanced with technical or clarifying amendments, and the remaining resolutions were passed as is. Several members noted reservations or no votes on the reflective-gear measure, but all recommendations were ultimately adopted and the committee adjourned.

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• Up next on SB 1666 is the Hawaiʻi Bicycling League. Up next is Ky Kon Nakatsuka online.
• arguments for and against bicycle commuting.
• arguments for and against bicycle commuting.
• walkling those kinds of things bicycling walkling those kinds of things not<00:55:06.040> at<
• Lane to be doing walking and bicycling Lane to be doing walking and bicycling but<01:12:11.800><

Keywords: 912, senate, all

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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• put in the bill for electric bicycles, for crying out loud. $2 million of people in Minnesota.
• put in the bill for electric bicycles, for crying out loud. $2 million of people in Minnesota.
• put in the bill for electric bicycles, for crying out loud. $2 million of people in Minnesota.
• put in the bill for electric bicycles, for crying out loud. $2 million of people in Minnesota.
• put in the bill for electric bicycles, for crying out loud. $2 million of people in Minnesota.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• First up is Michael Wack, the executive director of the Bicycle Alliance of Minnesota.
• We are the national trade association for the bicycle industry, with about 300 members who make bicycles
• Of course, we feel electric bicycles are part of the future of mobility and recreation.
• limited money investing in bicycle limited money investing in bicycle infrastructure<00:50:50.680
• opposing Lanes adjacent Lanes or bicycle opposing Lanes adjacent Lanes or bicycle Lanes<01:43:17.960

Keywords: 1183, house

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• outdoors than just about any other legislative family in the state, between the mountain biking, the bicycling
• outdoors than just about any other legislative family in the state, between the mountain biking, the bicycling
• biking<00:04:13.599> the between the mountain biking the between the mountain biking the bicycling
• 04:15.280> the<00:04:15.680> time<00:04:15.879> on<00:04:16.000> the bicycling
• the recreation the time on the bicycling the recreation the time on the lakes<00:04:16.359> that<

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• top um it's pedestrian a bicycle top um it's pedestrian a bicycle passageway<00:02:29.920> and
• My ears were bleeding when I heard bicycle pedestrian.
• I am the executive director of the Bicycle Alliance of Minnesota.
• bleeding when I heard um bicycle bleeding when I heard um bicycle pedestrian<00:21:36.600> I<
• Michael Woek, Executive Director of the Bicycle Alliance of Minnesota.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• But I remember when I was riding my bicycle around, I went everywhere.
• Wouldn't it probably apply to a lot of bicycles being out at night?
• and motor vehicles are being bicycles and motor vehicles are being used<01:03:32.080> in<01:03
• probably apply to a lot of bicycles probably apply to a lot of bicycles being<01:03:44.320> out
• Um so, I'd make room for bicycles.

Keywords: 928, house, all

Summary: House Transportation opened public hearings on three Senate bills and discussed a fourth scheduling issue. On SB 499, which would change Traffic Safety Commission reporting requirements, the sponsor’s representative said the bill would require annual aggregated data on the causes of traffic collisions in New Hampshire and recommendations to address them. Members asked about the added Trauma Medical Review Committee seat, and a representative explained that it is a longstanding state board of emergency and trauma professionals; the bill had already been amended and passed unanimously earlier in the process. On SB 500, concerning restroom access for certain commercial motor vehicle operators, the sponsor and trucking-industry supporters said the measure arose from concerns raised by female truck drivers and was intended to require larger commercial facilities with available public or employee restrooms to allow truck drivers to use them when there are no public safety concerns. Supporters from the New Hampshire Motor Transport Association said driver shortages make it important to recruit and retain women, and that lack of bathroom access is a significant barrier. Committee members asked about the scope of the problem and whether the issue affected male and female drivers differently. The committee then heard SB 559, which would reduce the minimum allowable speed limit on locally controlled roads. Supporters, including bicyclists and the Bike-Walk Alliance, testified that lower speeds improve safety for pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers, citing personal crash experiences and national guidance supporting lower urban speed limits where warranted by traffic or engineering studies. They emphasized the bill would not mandate lower limits statewide but would give towns local discretion. Members questioned whether the group would support 15 mph limits and how congestion and travel-time concerns were weighed. A Department of Transportation official testified neutrally, saying the agency had no formal position but had concerns about public perception and possible spillover to unnumbered state roads. The chair also noted an earlier scheduling problem that prevented immediate executive action on a bill until later in the day.

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• This bill is intended to draw the sharpest line between a moped and electric bicycle, clarifying that
• This bill is intended to draw the sharpest line between a moped and electric bicycle.
• So what this bill does not do: it does not ban electric bicycles.
• It does not create new insurance requirements. ...and electric bicycles.
• It does not restrict the lawful use of the property classified as electric bicycle.

Summary: The House received a series of Senate communications and committee reports, then took up a long consent calendar and several individual measures. Early actions included passing consent calendar items, recognizing Freedom of Speech Week and Juneteenth, and hearing numerous introductions and tributes, including remarks honoring House fellows, Father’s Day, and Representative Mara Gorman. The chamber also adopted several procedural motions and recesses, with roll calls recorded throughout. Among the bills considered, the House passed House Bill 134 on animal cruelty, increasing penalties for repeat offenses; House Bill 131 with Senate Amendment 1 on pet stores and animal welfare; House Substitute 1 for House Bill 320 on technical corrections to the Delaware Constitution; House Substitute 1 for House Bill 407 on technical updates to the Hazardous Substance Control Act; House Substitute 1 for House Bill 425 on salary supplements for certain school employees; House Substitute 1 for House Bill 450, the Road Delaware Act, on land use and permitting reform; House Bill 459 on restricting energy drink sales in schools; House Substitute 1 for House Bill 439 on electric moped and motorcycle disclosures; and House Bill 444, the Delaware John Lewis Voting Rights Act, after amendment delaying its effective date to July 1, 2027. House Amendment 1 to House Bill 459 was adopted, and House Amendment 1 to House Bill 444 was adopted before final passage. The House also rejected House Amendment 1 to House Substitute 1 for House Bill 425 after debate over salary supplement policy for school-related certifications, then passed the substitute bill itself. House Bill 407 prompted questions about the increase in civil penalties, which DENREC said was intended to update outdated fines and align the penalty structure with other laws. House Bill 444 drew floor speeches emphasizing voting rights protections and concerns about voter suppression and dilution. The session ended with the House moving to recess after continuing consideration of House Bill 355, the Speaker Truth Act, which had just adopted an amendment changing damages language to attorney’s fees and costs.

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• Brownsville was originally designated the official bicycling capital of the Rio Grande Valley in 2015
• Brownsville has promoted bicycling as a way to encourage exercise among the city residents and to combat
• Brownsville has passed a number of ordinances to make the community more bicycle-friendly, and it has
• created an extensive system of bicycle trails and on-street bike routes. including the historic Battlefield

Bills: SB2959, HB3096, HCR29, HCR56, HCR12, HCR55, HCR74, HCR78, HCR116, HCR117, HCR6, HCR50, HCR107, HCR80, HCR58, HCR70, HCR71, HCR72, HCR75, HCR93, HCR12, HCR6

Keywords: firearm safety, awareness month, public safety, responsible ownership, storage, recreational use, profound autism, awareness day, caregiver, disabilities, support, counseling, mental health, awareness, support services, community health, necrotizing enterocolitis, premature infants, breastfeeding, health awareness

Bills: HB 2065, HB 2462, HB 2621, HB 3187, HB 3539, HB 3563, HB 3726, HB 4164, HB 4207, HB 4368, HB 4706, HB 4916, HB 4950, HB 4967, HB 5177, HB 4429, HB 5597

Keywords: commercial vehicles, parking regulations, residential areas, local governance, land use, traffic safety, high occupancy vehicle lane, pregnant operators, transportation, parental rights, motor vehicle regulations, live video feed, state agency, transparency, public safety, regional transportation, mobility program, sales tax, public infrastructure, local government

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• Currently, small vehicles like bicycles, electric bicycles, skateboards, roller skates, Segways, and
• Bicycles and other small vehicles that are not being operated on the sidewalk will not be affected by

Bills: HB2065, HB2462, HB2621, HB3187, HB3539, HB3563, HB3726, HB4164, HB4207, HB4368, HB4706, HB4916, HB4950, HB4967, HB5177, HB4429, HB5597

Keywords: commercial vehicles, parking regulations, residential areas, local governance, land use, traffic safety, high occupancy vehicle lane, pregnant operators, transportation, parental rights, motor vehicle regulations, live video feed, state agency, transparency, public safety, regional transportation, mobility program, sales tax, public infrastructure, local government