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• I'm clear over in East Omaha, right on the border with Iowa, so I was...
• Over in East Omaha, right on the border with Iowa. So I was curious.

Bills: LB815A, LB838A, LB912A, LB972A, LB1126A, LB962A, LB1114, LB921, LB937, LB803, LB803A, LB1032, LB1032A, LB1075, LB1075A, LB889, LB878, LB933, LB304, LB304A, LB1096, LB1096A, LB1165, LB1165A, LB958, LB958A, LB762, LB1187, LB966, LB929, LB962, LB753, LB788, LB913, LB1055, LB1195, LB429, LB721, LB722, LB727, LB743, LB745, LB749, LB778, LB787

Keywords: LB815A, LB815, appropriation, appropriations bill, Nebraska Department of Revenue, Motor Fuel Tax Enforcement and Collection Cash Fund, motor fuel tax, gas tax, fuel tax, tax enforcement, tax collection, cash fund, budget, state spending, per diem, salaries, fiscal year, enrollment and review, final reading, Nebraska

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• There's also Kentucky, Iowa, I think Florida also has one, Georgia has one.
• There's also Kentucky, Iowa, I think Florida also has one, Georgia has one.

Bills: HF3403, HF2687, HF2381

Keywords: HF3403, emergency rental assistance, rental aid, homelessness prevention, housing crisis, imminent risk of homelessness, eviction prevention, county aid, Tribal governments, local government aids, general fund appropriation, Minnesota revenue commissioner, poverty level, low-income housing, housing stability, family homeless prevention and assistance, emergency housing assistance, HF2687, single-family homes, corporate landlords

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• Why would we choose to allow funds contributed by Minnesotans to benefit families in states like Iowa
• Why would we choose to allow funds contributed by Minnesotans to benefit families in states like Iowa

Bills: HF3490, HF4040

Keywords: education finance, scholarship-granting organizations, charitable purposes, student scholarships, nonpublic schools, K-12 education, tax credit, advance payment, Minnesota tax law, child education expenses, taxpayer assistance, 1183, house

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• However, Minnesota has also had essentially the same residential energy code as Wisconsin and Iowa since
• Um, my sister works in Fargo, and I live on the border of Iowa.

Bills: HF3545, HF4004

Keywords: energy efficiency, construction standards, building codes, environment, sustainability, 1183, house

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• Staria Dobby, home care worker, SEIU Healthcare Minnesota and Iowa. Nice to see you again.
• a home care worker, and I am testifying today on behalf of my union, SEIU Healthcare Minnesota and Iowa

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• . >> For what purpose does the gentleman from Iowa seek recognition?
• I rise today to honor the life of Norman Benjamin Schmaltzer III, a proud son of Iowa and a remarkable
• For what purpose does the gentleman from Iowa seek recognition?

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, 1012, house, all

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• She taught us all how to cheer on the Iowa Hawkeyes, and most importantly, she bonded a diverse group
• will be greatly missed, and she is left behind by a great legacy. taught us all how to cheer on the Iowa
• taught us all how to cheer on the Iowa Hawkeyes<04:17:24.040><c> and</c><04:17:24.239><c> most</c><04

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Thursday, January 9, 2025, 1012, house, all

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• He gave an example from Iowa: if he and his friend Mr.
• For example, the<01:58:55.520><c> state</c><01:58:55.679><c> of</c><01:58:55.840><c> Iowa,</c><01:58:
• 56.960><c> uh</c><01:58:57.119><c> if</c><01:58:57.280><c> if</c><01:58:57.599><c> my</c> the state of Iowa
• , if you uh if if my the state of Iowa, if you uh if if my friend<01:58:58.000><c> Mr.

Keywords: 916, all

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• And the Lacey Act was actually federal legislation that was put forward by an Iowa congressman, John
• legislation that was put forward um by legislation that was put forward um by an<03:18:14.640><c> Iowa
• 15.760><c> John</c><03:18:16.000><c> Lacy,</c><03:18:16.319><c> who</c><03:18:16.479><c> was</c> an Iowa
• congressman, John Lacy, who was an Iowa congressman, John Lacy, who was a<03:18:16.800><c> member</c

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• Sergeants Edgar Brian Torres Tovar and Williams Nathaniel Howard of the Iowa National Guard lost their
• Nathaniel<06:17:14.878><c> Howard</c><06:17:15.200><c> of</c><06:17:15.360><c> the</c><06:17:15.440><c> Iowa
• </c><06:17:15.840><c> National</c> Nathaniel Howard of the Iowa National Nathaniel Howard of the Iowa

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• Iowa National Guard Sergeants William Nathaniel Howard and Edgar Brown Torres Tovar, and a civilian interpreter
• </c><02:10:22.000><c> Iowa</c><02:10:22.400><c> National</c><02:10:22.719><c> Guard</c> ISIS in Syria
• Iowa National Guard ISIS in Syria.
• Iowa National Guard sergeants<02:10:23.520><c> William</c><02:10:23.920><c> Nathaniel</c><02:10:24.400

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Monday, December 15, 2025, 1012, house, all

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• <00:42:51.440><c> an</c> This information was collaborated from states of California, Connecticut, Iowa
• collaborated from states of California collaborated from states of California Connecticut<00:43:53.040><c> Iowa
• </c><00:43:53.559><c> Indiana</c><00:43:54.280><c> Kansas</c> Connecticut Iowa Indiana Kansas Connecticut
• Iowa Indiana Kansas Louisiana<00:43:55.720><c> Maine</c><00:43:56.280><c> Massachusetts</c><00:43:57.160

Keywords: 928, house, all

Summary: The committee opened with the Pledge of Allegiance and noted weather-related absences and a large number of new bills. The chair said a subcommittee would be formed to review three cell phone bills, and a full committee work session on bullying would be scheduled for the week after next. The committee then began a hearing on House Bill 121, which would create local special education advisory councils in school districts. Representative Glenn Cordelli, the sponsor, said the councils would be parent-driven, with parents of children with disabilities advising districts on education, safety, program development, evaluation, planning, policies, and communication with administrators. He said the bill would require at least quarterly meetings with district administration, an annual parent workshop, and a year-end report to the school board. He also cited federal guidance from the U.S. Department of Education on parent advisory councils and said the goal was to improve collaboration between parents and schools. Members raised questions about the use of “shall,” how councils would be formed in districts without PTAs/PTOs, whether the councils could function in very small districts, privacy concerns about parents disclosing their children’s disabilities, whether the councils should include guardians or educational professionals, and whether the councils would have any direct tie to the state advisory council. The sponsor said the requirement was intended to make the councils mandatory, that local districts could organize them organically if needed, that participation would be voluntary, that parents would not be required to disclose private information, and that the councils would remain advisory rather than determinative. He also said costs should be minimal. Testimony then began from Nicole Sheath, a pediatric occupational therapist and parent of four children with disabilities, who described her experience balancing advocacy, school collaboration, and the demands of her children’s therapies and education.

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• There's a secession movement in Iowa and Idaho in that area.
• There's a secession movement in Iowa and Idaho in that area.
• There's a secession movement in Iowa<04:54:29.120><c> and</c><04:54:29.440><c> Idaho</c><04:54:30.000
• </c><04:54:31.280><c> There's</c><04:54:31.520><c> a</c> Iowa and Idaho in that area.
• There's a Iowa and Idaho in that area.

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• To me, that sounds like Chicago and Iowa, but okay.

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The committee heard testimony on several bills related to open meeting law, municipal meetings, town meetings, and remote participation. Senator Rausch supported S. 2205 and S. 2206, and House companion H. 3382, saying they would make remote participation in public bodies permanent and streamline open meeting law and public records complaint processes to reduce burdens on local officials. Committee members and the senator discussed concerns about complaints being weaponized, the role of the Attorney General, and whether public testimony should be presumed allowed unless a chair limits it with justification. The senator said the bills do not change public records fees and are meant to improve process and transparency. A large portion of the hearing focused on H. 3342 and S. 2197, which would modernize municipal meetings, town meetings, and local elections by allowing permanent remote or hybrid participation. Supporters included Wayland officials, the Massachusetts Municipal Association, Newton Mayor Ruthanne Fuller, MAPC, MACC, and others, who argued that hybrid and remote options increase participation, help parents, caregivers, people with disabilities, and residents with travel or work constraints, and have worked well during the pandemic-era extensions. Municipal officials emphasized that a mandate would be costly and difficult for smaller communities because of staffing, technology, room design, cybersecurity, and uneven internet access, especially in western Massachusetts. Committee members asked about equal access, funding, and whether local discretion should remain; the chair said the committee wants a permanent solution beyond emergency rules but must balance access with local capacity. The committee also heard testimony on H. 3328, which would allow remote participation to count toward quorum for statewide appointed bodies such as commissions on women and LGBTQ issues. Supporters argued this would improve regional equity and make it easier for people outside Greater Boston to serve, while committee members noted it is a separate issue from municipal meetings and may be easier to address than broader local-government changes. Another bill, H. 4351, was supported by Rep. Brandy Fluker Reed, who described it as creating an Office of Freedmen Affairs to address longstanding racial wealth disparities affecting descendants of enslaved Americans. The hearing also included testimony on H. 3299 from Common Cause and MASSPIRG in favor of guaranteed hybrid access for public meetings with public participation components, with advocates saying it would improve transparency, accessibility, and civic engagement.

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• In fact, Iowa, Tennessee, Indiana, and Colorado have already enacted similar reforms.

Summary: The committee heard several bills. SB 911, by Senator Becker, would require notification and verification of defensible-space compliance when homes in high wildfire severity zones are transferred, using the preliminary change of ownership report; supporters said it would improve wildfire resilience and insurance availability, while county assessors opposed the use of the PCOR and urged a different recorded document. Members generally supported the bill but raised concerns about the 12-month compliance window and the need to keep working with assessors; the bill was held pending a quorum and later placed on call. SB 1016, by Senator Blakespear, would create a pathway for a higher-level mental health evaluation when a Care Court petition is dismissed because the person is too ill to participate or otherwise needs more intensive care. Supporters, including psychiatrists, family members, and local officials, said Care Court is leaving many severely ill people untreated and that the bill would connect them to existing LPS processes. Opponents, including Disability Rights California, county behavioral health directors, counties, and other advocacy groups, argued it would expand involuntary detention, bypass existing pre-petition screening safeguards, and undermine Care Court’s voluntary nature. The bill passed the committee on a roll call vote and was placed on call. SB 1112, by Senator Archuleta, would create a faster court process for victims of illegal or excessive “bandit towing” to recover their vehicles by posting a bond and obtaining a release certificate. Support came from Enterprise Mobility and the author, who said the bill targets bad actors and helps equalize leverage for vehicle owners; the California Auto Body Association sought an amendment to exclude auto repair shops. The committee passed the bill as amended to Appropriations and placed it on call. SB 1119, by Senator Padilla, would impose child-safety requirements on AI chatbots, including risk assessments, crisis-response protocols, parental controls, limits on time and data use, reporting, audits, and a private right of action. The bill was driven by testimony from the mother of a teenager who died by suicide after prolonged chatbot interactions; industry and business groups opposed or sought amendments, citing overlap with recent law, vague standards, and prescriptive design mandates. Members expressed strong support for the bill’s goals while urging tighter definitions, and the bill was moved on a roll call vote and placed on call.

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• In fact, Iowa, Tennessee, Indiana, and Colorado have already enacted similar reforms, and additional

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• On Iowa committees with Los Angeles Unified in support. Great. Anybody else? All righty.

Summary: The committee heard testimony on SB 1067, which would require annual early math screening for K-2 students beginning in 2028-29 to identify learning gaps and connect students to evidence-based support. Senator Weber and supporters, including EdVoice and UC Davis researcher Dr. Charles Wilkes, argued that California’s low math performance and persistent achievement gaps justify early identification and intervention. Opponents, including the California Mathematics Council, county superintendents, and CTA, said the bill could create a new mandate, encourage narrow skill-based instruction, and divert attention from implementing the California Mathematics Framework and investing in teacher training and coaching. Committee members discussed how the screener would work, whether it would identify disabilities or simply flag students needing further evaluation, and cited examples of districts already using early screening tools. No vote was taken because quorum had not yet been established at that point. SB 1110, a child care subsidy administration bill, was presented next. Senator Becker and co-sponsors from the Child Care Resource Center and EveryChild California said the measure would stabilize the child care system as the state moves to enrollment-based funding by clarifying funding for administrative and family-service functions and helping providers maintain staffing, payment timelines, and compliance. There was support from several child care and education organizations and no opposition testimony. The bill was not voted on because the committee still lacked quorum. After recess, the committee heard SB 1374, which would allow public higher education institutions to seek temporary restraining orders on their own behalf when they face credible threats of violence. The CSU Chancellor’s Office and San Diego State police described incidents where threats were directed at campuses broadly rather than specific individuals, leaving institutions without a legal remedy under current law. UC and independent colleges supported the bill, and there was no opposition. The bill was held on call pending quorum. The committee then took up SB 1321, which would direct the State Auditor to review remedial course use and student preparedness at selected UC and CSU campuses. Senator Nila and supporters argued that recent UC San Diego data show severe gaps in incoming students’ math preparation and that the audit would help assess admissions and placement practices; there was no opposition testimony. Members raised concerns about the scope and timing of the audit request, and the bill was held on call. The committee also heard SB 1086 on microschools, which would define microschools in statute and direct model ordinances for local land use regulation. Supporters said microschools are growing but face inconsistent zoning treatment, while some members questioned whether the Legislature had enough information to define the model or direct state guidance without more study. After quorum was established, the committee voted SB 1086 out on a 4-1 vote to the Senate Appropriations Committee, with Senator Perez voting aye, Senator Ochoa Bogh aye, and Senator Cabaldon no; the remaining votes were not fully recorded in the transcript. Finally, SB 1181 was presented as a voluntary pilot program in Central Valley counties to allow schools to share credible safety concerns with regional threat assessment centers. Senator Hurtado and supporters, including the mother of a student killed in a shooting and Corcoran High School students, said the bill would improve early intervention and communication around threats. Members expressed support while also raising privacy and federal-sharing concerns about fusion centers; the bill was discussed but no vote was taken in the excerpt.

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• On Iowa committees with Los Angeles Unified in support. Great. Anybody else? All righty.

Keywords: 987, senate, all

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• We have today some students from Lutcher High School, Hope Squad, Barb High School, Iowa High School,

Bills: HR133, HR134, HR135, HR136, HR137, HR138, HR139, HR140, HR141, HR142, HR143, HR144, HR145, HR146, HR147, HR148, HR149, HR150, HR151, HR152, HR119, HR120, HR121, HR122, HR123, HR125, HR126, HR127, HR128, HR129, HR130, HR131, HR132, HCR53, HCR54, HCR55, HCR56, SCR3, SCR22, SB4, SB18, SB66, SB106, SB201, SB256, SB274, SB292, SB326, SB386, SB406, SB422, SB423, SB456, SB475, HCR3, HB1, HB3, HB27, HB71, HB214, HB225, HB241, HB244, HB306, HB312, HB313, HB314, HB345, HB366, HB383, HB446, HB473, HB511, HB514, HB655, HB730, HB743, HB836, HB983, HB1027, HB1037, HB1043, HB1082, HB1091, HB1096, HB1103, HB1126, HB1167, HB1174, HB1175, HB1230, HB1237, HB1238, SB162, SB349, SB350, SB382, SB383, HB76, HB132, HB181, HB210, HB250, HB265, HB275, HB291, HB322, HB342, HB475, HB486, HB616, HB635, HB639, HB690, HB740, HB757, HB761, HB774, HB808, HB855, HB872, HB883, HB886, HB903, HB949, HB962, HB996, HB1003, HB1036, HB1054, HB1071, HB1076, HB1078, HB1113, HB1132, HB1146, HB1232, HB1233, HB21, HB24, HB29, HB31, HB39, HB45, HB77, HB136, HB150, HB263, HB273, HB299, HB315, HB376, HB377, HB431, HB444, HB450, HB519, HB533, HB538, HB559, HB562, HB663, HB664, HB715, HB717, HB805, HB822, HB823, HB834, HB864, HB867, HB1017, HB1018, HB1068, HB1134, HB1137, HB1234, HB1235, HB1236, HB961, HB399, HB868, HB905, HB180, HB192, HB284, HB476, HB915, HB952, HB1006, HB401, HB51, HB58, HB140, HB982, HB1010, HB750, HB911, HB977, HB901, HR20, HR74, HB9, HB151, HB193, HB310, HB393, HB459, HB577, HB582, HB605, HB614, HB615, HB682, HB733, HB773

Keywords: commendation, leadership, energy sector, Shell USA, Louisiana pride, House Resolution 134, HR134, honorary resolution, Bob Lupo, Robert E. Smith Lupo, Lakeview, New Orleans, civic service, philanthropy, real estate development, Hurricane Katrina recovery, community service, charitable giving, public recognition, Louisiana House of Representatives

Summary: The House met with a quorum and spent much of the day on personal privileges, recognizing visiting groups and designating several commemorative days, including Sigma Gamma Rho Day, Alpha Kappa Alpha Day, Italian Festival royalty, Acadiana’s Red and White Day, and Louisiana Automobile Dealer Day. Members also welcomed students, civic leaders, former legislators, a state pageant titleholder, and a visiting African law enforcement delegation focused on combating human trafficking. The chamber received Senate bills and committee reports, and several resolutions were adopted without objection, including condolences resolutions and commendations for schools, festivals, and public service organizations. The House then took up a long series of bills, with many passing on final passage after brief debate or technical amendments. Measures addressed topics such as notification of inmate releases from parish jails and DOC facilities (HB 76), ethics and financial disclosure, video voyeurism involving deceased persons (HB 265, renamed the Jacob Carter Dignity and Death Act), health insurance claim practices (HB 291), victim access to parole testimony without fees (HB 32), special education due process burden of proof (HB 342), AI disclosure in medical settings (HB 475), the psychology interjurisdictional compact (HB 486), homelessness provider oversight (HB 616), AI disclosure in campaign calls (HB 639), Medicaid managed care claim review (HB 740), menhaden fishing restrictions (HB 757 and HB 855), HIV exposure law modernization (HB 808), and rare cancer treatment advisory board changes (HB 761). Most of these bills passed with strong support; HB 342 passed 98-3, HB 639 passed 86-9, HB 808 passed 99-0, and HB 855 drew the most extended debate, with supporters citing science-based conservation and opponents warning about harm to the menhaden industry and coastal jobs. The House also adopted committee amendments and set several major fiscal measures as special orders for April 16, including HB 1, HB 2, HB 3, HB 313, HB 383, HB 983, and HB 1126. Additional bills were advanced to third reading from committee reports, and the chamber returned some measures to the calendar for later consideration. Overall, the meeting was marked by ceremonial recognitions, a heavy legislative agenda, and multiple substantive policy votes across education, health, criminal justice, transportation, ethics, and natural resources.

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• bill have been done before all over the country in cities like Boston, closer to us in Des Moines, Iowa

Keywords: 959, house, all

Summary: The House began with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and approval of the House journals for the prior two days. Members also introduced several guests and recognized staff and visitors before moving into House bills for perfection and printing. House Bill 2636, the Mortgage Modification Act, was explained as a banking measure to keep first mortgages in first position when modified, and it was adopted and ordered perfected and printed with broad support. The chamber then considered House Bill 1718, which would address a court interpretation of Missouri’s sovereign immunity caps by tying the inflation-adjusted cap to the date of injury rather than the date of judgment. Supporters said it would provide certainty for political subdivisions and align insurance coverage with the accident date, while opponents warned it could encourage delay in litigation and reduce recovery for seriously injured plaintiffs. After questions and debate, the House adopted the committee substitute and ordered the bill perfected and printed. Members spent the most time on House Bills 2120 and 1698, the anti-bullying legislation known as Sawyer’s Law. Sponsors and supporters described it as requiring prompt investigation and reporting of bullying to administrators, parents, and school boards, citing tragic real-world examples and arguing that schools need clearer accountability. An amendment from the Boone County member would have removed zero-tolerance references, limited identifying information in reports, and given school boards more flexibility; supporters said it would protect due process and privacy, while opponents said it would weaken the bill’s purpose. The amendment failed, but the House adopted the committee substitute and ordered the bills perfected and printed. The House also took up House Bill 2748, which would require daily physical activity in schools. The sponsor said the bill was based on research showing benefits for learning, behavior, and mental health, and an amendment would remove the emergency clause, delay implementation, and clarify how schools could count up to 10 minutes of activity toward class time. Members debated scheduling, staffing, and whether the proposal would be too prescriptive, but supporters argued it would improve student outcomes without adding time to the school day. The discussion continued as the transcript ended, with no final vote shown on that bill in the excerpt.