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• We had a special ed bill Several years that didn't seem to pass.
• So, the governor set up an office of special education in the PED.
• Voting yes on the Special Education Act will provide all stakeholders with support of all special education
• Chairman, the Office of Special Education would be doing this.
• We have an office of special education. Because I think Mr.

Bills: SB48, SB64, SB100

Keywords: State Fairgrounds District, fairgrounds bonds, public financing, bond authorization, gross receipts tax, gaming tax, tax-backed bonds, infrastructure funding, Albuquerque fairgrounds, State Fair Tid, economic development, municipal bonds, revenue pledge, capital projects, New Mexico finance, special education, office of special education, deputy secretary, public education department, IEP

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• It clarifies that officers assigned to SWAT, specialized tactical teams, undercover units, drug units

Keywords: June 29, 2026 - Special Session 1, 976, house, all

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• Calendar for today, Monday, June 22nd, for this gathering of the 2026 Special Session 1, page one, first

Keywords: June 22, 2026 - Special Session 1, 976, house, all

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• Speaker, remind the body as we prepare for this 2026 special session one, pursuant to House Joint Resolution
• on March 14th, pursuant to Article 4, Section 6, which directs that the governor shall convene a special
• Accordingly, the governor of the Commonwealth, Abigail Spanberger, issued a proclamation calling for a special
• As the House is operating on the 2026-2027 rules of the House of Delegates during special session one
• Fourth portion of the morning hour in Special Session 1 is reserved for points of personal privilege.

Keywords: April 22, 2026 - Special Session 1, 976, house, all

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• We specialize in cybersecurity and risk management through DOD and the DHA space in San Antonio, and

Bills: HB42

Keywords: special prosecutor, state law, criminal justice, accountability, law enforcement

Summary: The committee heard Senator Flores lay out the committee substitute for HB 2894, which would expand state reimbursement eligibility for local governments disproportionately affected by the disabled veterans homestead exemption. Flores said the bill would add certain municipalities in Bell, Coryell, and Lampasas counties if lost ad valorem tax revenue equals or exceeds 10% of general revenue, while existing recipients would remain under the current 2% threshold. Lampasas and Bell County officials and the City of Killeen testified in support, describing significant revenue losses and urging adequate funding. One witness, Howard Avery, argued any reimbursement should be counted as property tax revenue for voter-approval rate purposes to avoid a windfall. The committee later adopted the substitute and reported the bill favorably, with one nay. The committee also heard SB 782, which would create a temporary severance tax exemption for restimulated inactive oil and gas wells, intended to encourage investment in mature wells. The Comptroller explained the revised fiscal note as effectively zero because the wells are currently marginal and not generating meaningful tax revenue, while industry witnesses said the bill could extend well life, support local economies, and reduce orphan-well liabilities. Public testimony was supportive, and the bill was left pending. Members then heard HB 3033, a DPS-related grant program funded by voluntary $3 donations on driver’s license and ID applications to support nonprofits aiding injured or fallen DPS officers and their families, including memorial highway signs. The DPS Officers Association supported the bill, citing existing foundation assistance and the need for a steady funding stream. The committee later reported the bill favorably. The committee also considered SB 524, which would permanently extend the franchise tax and fee exemption for qualifying veteran-owned businesses for their first five years; testimony from a veteran business owner and veterans advocates supported the measure, and the committee adopted the substitute and reported it favorably. Additional measures were laid out and left pending or voted out: HB 3594, a local San Antonio retiree health care fund bill with agreed changes for contributions, spouse benefits, and remarriage rules, was supported by stakeholders and reported favorably; HB 4738 would repeal small administrative fees tied to certain loans and was reported favorably; HB 42 on HEAF funding and HB 5246 on the Texas Space Commission were heard and left pending. The committee also reported HB 3474, a cleanup bill for the Pension Review Board’s investment performance review schedule, and HB 2802, the Austin firefighter retirement fund bill, both favorably. Finally, the committee took up HB 1056, which would allow gold and silver held in the Texas Bullion Depository to function as legal tender through debit-card transactions. Supporters framed it as a way to use hard assets and expand financial options, while bankers and some senators raised major operational, consumer-protection, tax, and constitutional questions; the bill remained under discussion as testimony began.

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• </c> to do that with through a special to do that with through a special election. election. election
• special special session<00:09:14.440><c> and</c><00:09:15.000><c> you</c><00:09:15.120><c> know,</c>
• Will this happen during the same special session special election as the congressional— The governor
• </c> called a special session. called a special session.

Bills: SB1

Keywords: special primary election, redistricting, State Senate districts, federal court ruling, injunction, vacated order, election calendar, 2026 general election, 2026 primary election, runoff election, party nominee, Governor proclamation, Alabama elections, district boundaries, court-ordered redistricting, special election, nomination process, Secretary of State, election law, 1136

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• It's good to be with you all back in Montgomery for this special session.
• Um, members, this bill, SB 1, deals with the potential for a special election in essentially Senate Bill
• Montgomery for this special session. Um, Montgomery for this special session.
• election in uh, essentially a special election in uh, essentially Senate<00:08:17.880><c> Bill</c><00
• The court, um, didn't say that we had to come back and do a special session. It didn't say that.

Bills: SB1

Keywords: special primary election, redistricting, State Senate districts, federal court ruling, injunction, vacated order, election calendar, 2026 general election, 2026 primary election, runoff election, party nominee, Governor proclamation, Alabama elections, district boundaries, court-ordered redistricting, special election, nomination process, Secretary of State, election law, 923

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• We're going to go now to. a motion from the Vice Chair, and then we'll have a special quick little celebration

Bills: HB2, SB48, SB64, SB100

Keywords: general appropriation, budget, Medicaid, education funding, public safety, State Fairgrounds District, fairgrounds bonds, public financing, bond authorization, gross receipts tax, gaming tax, tax-backed bonds, infrastructure funding, Albuquerque fairgrounds, State Fair Tid, economic development, municipal bonds, revenue pledge, capital projects, New Mexico finance

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• on Special Education Funding has been instrumental in bringing this issue to the forefront.
• I am Rachel Hull, and I am the special and federal programs director for Florence ISD.
• When special education is well resourced, it's transformational for students.
• When special education is well resourced, it's transformational for students.
• And further discussion and insights on the urgent need for investment in special education.

Keywords: special education, funding, equity, advocacy, Texas Legislature, SB568, HB2, disabilities

Summary: This was a press conference calling on the Texas Legislature to increase and reform funding for special education, with speakers arguing that the current system leaves a roughly $1.7 billion gap and forces districts to stretch general education dollars to cover mandated services. Sabrina Gonzalez Ocedo of The Arc of Texas opened by framing the issue as one of equity and self-determination for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and noted support for legislative efforts including Senate Bill 568 and House Bill 2. She also thanked a coalition of advocacy groups and legislators involved in special education funding work. Representative Steve Toth spoke in favor of investing surplus dollars in special education, citing high rates of functional illiteracy and dyslexia among prison populations and saying earlier intervention could change life outcomes. Amy Litzinger described how accommodations and assistive technology helped her succeed in school and urged continued investment so other students can access similar supports. Sarah Harden, a parent and disability advocate, shared her daughter’s positive experience in a well-supported district but warned that many Texas districts cannot provide comparable services because of funding shortages and that families are increasingly worried about cuts. Rachel Hull, a special education director, said well-resourced special education is transformational and outlined the need for individualized services, therapies, vocational training, and college readiness supports. Jean Mayer, a school trustee, said districts are struggling to meet state and federal requirements because funding does not match actual costs, pointing to staffing shortages and the need for parent engagement and professional development. The speakers repeatedly urged lawmakers to fully fund Senate Bill 568 and broader special education reforms this session; no votes were taken, as this was an advocacy event rather than a committee hearing.

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• but before I do that, I want to acknowledge the members of the House who were here present for this special
• Today's hearing is relative to the one late-filed bill, House 5188, an act to establish a special commission
• To establish a special commission to study access to unemployment insurance in the Commonwealth.
• We are here to speak in support of House 5188, an act establishing a special commission to study access
• We are here to speak in support of House 5188, an act establishing a special commission to study access

Bills: H5188

Keywords: unemployment insurance, labor, access, special commission, equity in claims, 1212, all

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• And all it does is allow a banking entity, a state-chartered bank that is chartered as a SPDI, a special
• And all it does is allow a banking entity, a state-chartered bank that is chartered as a SPDI, a special
• </c><00:36:47.599><c> uh</c> SP55, Special Purpose Depository Institution Amendments.
• denial of a certificate of authority to operate compliance with the requirements for an approved special
• </c> the requirements for an approved special the requirements for an approved special purpose<00:41:

Bills: SF0021, SF0022, SF0054, SF0055

Keywords: stable token, liquidity, trust account, Wyoming, fund distribution, financial regulation, state commission, decentralized, nonprofit association, merger, conversion, liability, membership, governance, indemnification, banking regulation, special purpose depository institution, conversion process, Wyoming state laws, financial services

Bills: SF0021, SF0022, SF0054, SF0055

Keywords: stable token, liquidity, trust account, Wyoming, fund distribution, financial regulation, state commission, decentralized, nonprofit association, merger, conversion, liability, membership, governance, indemnification, banking regulation, special purpose depository institution, conversion process, Wyoming state laws, financial services

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• Codifying the Office of Special Education matters.
• So, and also I've made an error: it's not the Bureau of Special Education, it's the Office of Special
• Office of Special Education. Thank you.
• special education are met with excellence.
• Voting yes on the Special Education Act will provide all stakeholders with support of all special education

Bills: SB64, SB19, SB44, SB83

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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• That's what frustrates me—that we in this building have for years treated special education and public
• There are severities, and this state needs to recognize that not everyone with special needs is exactly

Keywords: special education, legislation, Texas, personalized education, families testimonies, education reform, committee meeting

Summary: The committee meeting featured strong dialogues focused on improving educational provisions for special needs students in Texas. A key highlight was the discussion around legislation aimed at personalizing educational programs to cater to individual needs, which included testimonies from families who have benefited from similar initiatives. The overall sentiment was one of urgency to rectify past shortcomings in the education system and to foster an environment where every student is given the chance to thrive. Members also expressed frustration over delayed bills and a commitment to continue fighting for progress as the session approached its end.

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• There is $1.5 billion in new special education funding.
• A very special thank you to my friends who have joined us from some of the best school districts across
• We have woefully funded special needs kids in Texas for years. House Bill 2 seeks to correct that.
• For example, we talked about the special education piece.
• And if any of you know or have children with special needs, you understand that the term "special needs

Keywords: public education, HB2, teacher salaries, special education, emergent bilingual programs, Texas legislature

Summary: The meeting primarily revolved around the discussion of HB2, which aims to increase funding for public education in Texas. Key points included enhancements to teacher salaries, special education funding, and initiatives to support emergent bilingual programs. Legislators highlighted the need for collaboration and leadership in addressing the challenges faced by public schools, noting the vital role that education plays in the state's future. Speaker Burroughs expressed confidence in achieving significant improvements for Texas students through this legislation, which has been deemed one of the most consequential bills of the session.

Bills: HF2433

Keywords: education funding, children with disabilities, transition aid, special education, school district consolidation

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• The increase to get to 3% relates to the fact that there are more high-needs, special-needs children
• Because there they have a special monitor who literally forces hiring and new programs.
• It's important that we identified this project because it has special significance to me.
• so many vehicles go through and don't get any enforcement, be it rental cars, be it out-of-state plates
• It is the size of a motorcycle license plate, so I can imagine it would be approximately the same value

Bills: SB1024, SB1032, SB1059, SB1062, SB1064, SB1097, SCM1001, SCR1004

Keywords: roadable aircraft, registration, vehicle title, license plates, aviation safety, corrections oversight, funding, state budget, criminal justice, reform, appropriation, Department of Transportation, right turn lane, traffic improvement, infrastructure funding, transportation funding, authorization, road improvements, intersection safety, transportation

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• Please call a special election today and let the people vote.
• So we are urging Governor Abbott to do his job, call the special election, to ensure that the...
• It can only be filled by special election set solely by you.
• In 2018, you suspended state law and called for a special election after Rep.
• In 2018, you suspended state law and called for a special election after Rep.

Keywords: special election, 18th Congressional District, Governor Abbott, federal representation, constituent services, Sylvester Turner

Summary: State Rep. Jolanda Jones, joined by Sen. Molly Cook and Reps. Christina Morales, Charlene Ward Johnson, and Lauren Ashley Simmons, held a press event at the Capitol urging Gov. Greg Abbott to call a special election for Texas Congressional District 18. They said the district has been without federal representation since the death of Rep. Sylvester Turner and argued that more than 800,000 constituents are losing access to constituent services, federal assistance, and a voice in Congress. The speakers framed the delay as a constitutional and fairness issue, repeatedly describing the situation as “taxation without representation.” They said the vacancy affects Democrats and Republicans alike, and cited examples such as passport help, veterans’ issues, immigration concerns, and access to federal funding. Several speakers accused the governor of delaying for partisan reasons and called for immediate action so the district can elect a new representative. A letter from Sen. Borris Miles was read into the record, urging Abbott to set the earliest possible special election date and noting that the governor has acted quickly in past vacancies. The event ended with a unified demand that Abbott call the election immediately; no vote or formal legislative action was taken.

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• Chair, members, House Bill 2057 lowers the registration renewal fee for the Arizona Centennial Special
• Plate from $25 to $20 for vehicles registered in the fleet and specifies the $20 registration renewal
• fee includes an $8 special plate administration fee and a $12 annual donation.
• Chair, members, House Bill 2057 lowers the registration renewal fee for the Arizona Centennial Special
• fee includes an $8 special plate administration fee and a $12 annual donation.

Bills: HB2056, HB2057, HB2224, HB2257, HB2265, HB2311, HB2352, HB2367, HB2369, HB2446, HB2532, HB2592, HB2752, HB2809, HB2957

Keywords: brackish water, groundwater, desalination, water resources, feasibility study, environmental impact, special plates, centennial, Arizona Department of Transportation, vehicle registration, commercial discounts, Arizona Centennial, produce incentive, agriculture, economic support, funding, Arizona, boating, watercraft licensing, law enforcement

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• If I may, although there is a gold star license plate, there's apparently not a silver star license plate
• a Purple Heart license plate and an Order of the Flying Cross, I believe.
• bill, which passed many years ago, there is a... gold star license plate.
• There's apparently not a silver star license plate.
• a Purple Heart license plate and an order of the flying cross, I believe.

Bills: HB2067, HB2068, HB2127, HB2164, HB2200, HB2201, HB2242, HB2283, HB2284, HB2285, HB2286, HB2287, HB2304, HB2306, HB2399, HB2601, HB2609, HB2760, HB2761, HB2859, HB2887, HB2892, HB2893, HB2894, HB2978, HB4027, HCM2012, HCM2016

Keywords: appropriation, transportation, infrastructure, Apache Junction, funding, Show Low, road extension, special license plates, nonprofits, charitable contributions, Reay Lane, Graham County, HB 2200, State Route 89, SR 89, Chino Valley, Arizona Department of Transportation, ADOT, road widening, highway expansion