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• He was apprehended one block from where I lived all those years in Newport Beach trying to break into
• He was apprehended one block he lived.
• He was apprehended one block from<00:15:20.560> where<00:15:20.720> I<00:15:20.880>
• <00:31:28.880> of<00:31:29.120> business this bill is that a group of business this
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Keywords: Meeting Start 00:00:02 Roll Call 00:00:23 HB 414 Discussion 00:01:58 HB 414 Vote 00:22:34 HB 43 Discussion 00:24:56 HB 43 Vote 00:26:37 HB 518 Discussion 00:27:37 HB 518 Vote 00:45:20 Adjournment 00:46:35, 958, all

Summary: The committee met with a quorum and took up three bills. House Bill 414, sponsored by the chair, would require collection of DNA at booking for felony arrests. Supporters, including Sen. Julie Rocky Adams, Michelle Kyper, and Ashley Spence, argued that felony-arrest DNA collection is already used in many states and in the federal system, helps solve cold cases, and can exonerate innocent people. Kyper and Spence gave detailed personal testimony about sexual assaults and how delayed DNA collection allowed serial offenders to remain unidentified for years. Members asked about the removal of a $5 fee in the committee substitute and about what happens to DNA if a case is dismissed; the sponsor said the fee was removed to treat DNA collection like other booking procedures, and that dismissed-case language was taken out because of concerns about duplicate samples. The committee adopted the substitute and passed the bill favorably on a roll call vote. House Bill 43, sponsored by Rep. Diana Gordon, would create a grace period for deputy coroners to complete required annual training when extenuating circumstances prevent timely completion. Gordon said the bill was a repeat of last session’s HB 403 and was intended to let deputies remain employed rather than lose their license and reapply. After a brief question about how often extensions would be used, she said the grace period would be discretionary and limited to unusual circumstances. The committee then passed the bill favorably by roll call. House Bill 518, also with a committee substitute, addressed local tax collection and payment procedures. The sponsor described it as a compromise between business groups and local governments, aimed at simplifying payment of local occupational license fees and net profits taxes by requiring cities and counties to offer electronic payment options. Testimony from the Kentucky League of Cities, the National Federation of Independent Business, and the County Judge/Executive Association focused on reducing paperwork for businesses while preserving local control and avoiding forced centralization. The committee adopted the substitute and passed the bill favorably on a roll call vote.

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• Is this for people of all income groups, those people who have no people of all-income groups, those
• All-income groups. Okay. All right. Thank you. Any of the question comments? I think that's fair.
• Chad Mays with Capital Advocacy here on behalf of Universal Music Group.
• On January 23, 2025, a federal court in Seattle blocked the order from going into effect.
• On January 23rd, 2025, a federal court in Seattle blocked the order from going to effect.

Summary: The committee heard testimony on several bills. AB 416 would allow emergency room physicians to initiate 5150 mental health holds, with supporters saying it would reduce emergency room bottlenecks and speed care for patients in crisis. County and behavioral health representatives opposed the bill, and some members raised broader concerns about the 5150 system and juvenile placements. The bill was ultimately approved on a do-pass as amended vote. AB 446, the Surveillance Pricing Act, drew extensive testimony. The author and supporters argued it would prohibit businesses from using personal data to charge different prices for the same product or service, describing the practice as discriminatory and exploitative. Business and industry groups opposed the bill, warning that its language was too broad, could affect discounts and loyalty programs, and would create litigation risk through a private right of action. After discussion about enforcement and possible amendments, the bill passed on a do-pass motion. AB 632 would give local governments a faster way to collect penalties for serious code violations, including unsafe housing, fire hazards, and illegal cannabis activity, by allowing certain fines to become money judgments and clarifying lien authority. It had support from county and city groups and no opposition was voiced in the hearing; the bill passed as amended. ACA 7, a constitutional amendment intended to clarify and limit misuse of Section 31A, also moved forward after brief support testimony. The committee then took up AB 649, which would extend protections for businesses that proactively obtain certified access specialist inspections and fix accessibility violations; the author, a small business owner, and others testified in support, while disability rights groups moved to neutral after amendments. Members discussed the balance between access enforcement and reducing predatory litigation, and the bill was still under consideration as the transcript ended.

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• The state parks fund was these two groups, uh, all the activities, not just winter, of the Winter Ski
• There's another group that's coming and wants to put a casino in the old Rockingham.
• yeah they're blocked out because part yeah they're blocked out because there<01:44:50.199> are
• There are many pro-social groups in the state. Hanford's brings us food.
• There are many pro-social groups in the state. Hanford's brings us food.

Keywords: 928, house, all

Summary: The committee first held a public hearing and then an executive session on HB 650, a housekeeping-style bill from the Joint Committee on Dedicated Funds. Testimony explained that the bill would remove references to two already-repealed dedicated funds, split the state parks dedicated fund so Cannon Mountain winter activities would be tracked separately from the rest of the parks system, and place a $1 million cap on the robotics education fund so excess money would revert to the general fund. Supporters said the changes were mainly administrative but would improve accounting and avoid timing issues; committee members asked about a typographical error in the bill text and whether the measure was more than housekeeping. The committee later voted 16-0 to recommend HB 650 ought to pass, and then placed it on the consent calendar. The committee also opened a public hearing on HB 585, which would revise the property tax exemption for religious organizations. Representative John Janigian, the sponsor, said the bill was intended to help small churches and other religious groups that own parsonages or worship buildings but no longer have a resident pastor, allowing them to rent space or use property for church purposes without losing the exemption so long as the money is used for church operations, maintenance, or outreach. He described his Salem church’s parsonage being taxed after it was no longer occupied by a pastor, and said the bill would prevent similar burdens on small congregations. Former Representative Betty Gay testified in support, describing prior assessor actions in Salem that taxed church land and buildings very aggressively, while a Municipal Association representative testified in opposition. Committee members raised questions about how terms such as “regularly recognized and constituted denomination” would be defined, whether the bill could be applied consistently to larger denominations with multiple parishes, and whether legislative research should review past treatment of similar cases.

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• You can choose the system where the rewards go to a small group at the top, or you can support a model
• Shane Levine, on behalf of Volvo Group North America.
• In December, a citywide power outage in San Francisco caused 1,500 stoppages that blocked intersections
• Ashante Smith, with the Silicon Valley Leadership Group, appreciate the amendments and the work by the
• High Speed Rail works with its members and allied progressive and environmental groups to advocate for

Summary: The Assembly Transportation Committee met first as a subcommittee due to the lack of a quorum, then later obtained a quorum and took up several bills. The committee heard SB 1064, which would reduce the frequency of Clean Truck Check testing for low-use heavy-duty vehicles; supporters said it would ease burdens on rural agricultural businesses, while clean air advocates opposed it as weakening an important emissions program. The bill was approved and sent to the Assembly Appropriations Committee. The committee also heard SB 1174, which would give Caltrans bid preferences to construction firms with employee stock ownership plans; supporters argued it would build worker wealth and improve project quality, while contractor groups opposed it as likely to raise costs and reduce competition. That bill was approved and sent to the Assembly Judiciary Committee. The consent calendar items SB 607, SB 962, and SB 990 were also approved. The committee then heard SB 1279, which would allow Long Beach to place additional speed safety cameras on Pacific Coast Highway. Long Beach officials and several safety and advocacy groups supported the bill, citing high fatality rates and repeated pedestrian crashes on that corridor, while some members raised concerns about fines, affordability, and whether cameras would address pedestrian-related collisions. The bill passed as amended to the Assembly Privacy and Consumer Protection Committee. SB 1213, the Clean Truck Transportation Act, would require more price transparency for medium- and heavy-duty zero-emission truck incentives and direct agencies to explore alternative financing tools; supporters said it would improve affordability and competition, while one manufacturer and the trucking association raised implementation concerns. It passed to the Assembly Natural Resources Committee. The committee also heard SB 1013, which would tighten rules for automated license plate reader use by limiting retention to 30 days, requiring audits and training, and restricting access and hot list use. Privacy advocates supported the bill as overdue accountability, while law enforcement groups argued the retention limit would hinder investigations and that some technical definitions needed work. The bill passed to the Assembly Privacy and Consumer Protection Committee. SB 1315, dealing with advanced driver assistance systems, would prevent automakers from disabling a consumer’s ability to drive their own vehicle through software updates and would encourage DMV testing questions about ADAS responsibilities; after amendments, industry opposition softened and the bill passed to the Assembly Judiciary Committee. Finally, SB 1246, on autonomous vehicle emergency response, would require U.S.-based remote drivers, quicker on-scene response, and better coordination with local agencies; first responders and labor groups supported it, while AV industry groups remained opposed unless amended. The bill passed to the Assembly Communications and Conveyance Committee. The transcript ended as the committee began hearing SB 1250, a planning bill to incorporate wildlife connectivity into transportation asset management, with the sponsor and supporters explaining it would improve safety and habitat planning without mandating specific projects.

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• MEDICAL INSTITUTIONS BUT ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES ARE DEFINED IN STATUTE AS COMMUNITY RESIDENTIAL GROUP
• THE FIRST PROVISION OF THIS BILL ENSURES CITY AND COUNTIES CANNOT BLOCK TREATMENT CENTERS BASED ON ZONING
• THE 300 PEOPLE IN A GROUP HOME IS MORE LIKE AN INSTITUTION AND IT HAS BEEN PROVEN TIME AND TIME AGAIN
• THE LAST TIME I HAD A CONVERSATION WITH SOMEONE IN MY GROUP, THAT WAS MY QUESTION.
• BUT THE LAST TIME I HAD CONVERSATION WITH SOMEONE IN THE GROUP, IT WAS STATED TO ME WE HAVE LANGUAGE

Keywords: 999, senate, all

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• to give them unlimited access to Americans' personal financial information, as well as the power to block
• And we pass a law saying that we have to close our eyes, block our ears, and not do anything?
• Those are groups that we should be investing into.
• And as a group, if we can get people excited about their jobs, they'll show up.
• Oz, I believe Medicaid is on the chopping block. because of the Republican budget and Mr.

Keywords: Michael Falkender, Deputy Secretary of the Treasury, IRS, taxpayer privacy, nomination process, committee hearing

Summary: The committee convened to discuss critical issues surrounding the nomination of Michael Falkender for the position of Deputy Secretary of the Treasury. This meeting included a series of remarks from committee members who expressed divergent views on Falkender's qualifications and the implications of his appointment. Senator Wyden voiced strong opposition, arguing that Falkender represents harmful policies expected to be perpetuated under the current administration, especially concerning taxpayer privacy and IRS tactics. Meanwhile, other members defended Falkender, noting his extensive experience, including a commitment to transparency in government operations if confirmed.

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• Now Trump is halting military aid, blocking intelligence sharing, and betraying a democratic ally.
• Now Trump is halting military aid, blocking intelligence sharing, and betraying a democratic ally.
• but they're automatic tribal group but they're automatic and<02:48:19.160> the<02:48:19.439><
• he would have been block he would have been impeached<03:44:06.239> and<03:44:06.359> to
• On top of that, the commission has blocked a desalination plant that had been proposed in Huntington

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Thursday, March 6, 2025, 1012, house, all

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• The standard go-to if you're taking a whole bunch of kids on field trips and groups and camps, and see
• You're the only one paying attention, Representative Block. Thank you.
• You're the only one paying attention, Representative Block. Thank you. It's like you're right here.
• Lada Block. Angelita, Dixon. All right, House Bill 120.

Keywords: 996, all

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• federal grant programs such as the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program, the Community Services Block
• households—those with the lowest income, the highest energy burden, and members of vulnerable population groups
• During the LA fires, local Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) and LIHEAP agencies provided services
• The local non-profits and governments that receive Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) funding rely

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• And I just, they really are an incredible group of people who work very well together.
• Since the expansion in November, we've seen the number of child care assistance contracts for this group
• Again, remember we're averaging all age groups, all settings, all rates to come to that.
• Chair, Representative Pettigrew, probably when They first established the Child Care Development Block
• It's because we also have to consider the next people, the next group of people. That sit around.

Bills: SB2

Keywords: SB 2, State Highway Project Bonds, highway funding, transportation bonds, state road fund, motor vehicle fees, vehicle registration fees, electric vehicle fee, EV surcharge, plug-in hybrid fee, weight distance tax, road construction, infrastructure financing, Department of Transportation, State Transportation Commission, bonding authority, county road funds, municipal road funds, transportation improvement program, state highways

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• Senator Burnman, Senator Block, Senator Boone, Senator Brandt, Senator Brantley, Senator Campos, Senator
• Thank you, Senator Block. We have Senator Ramos followed by Senator Sanchez. Senator Ramos.
• Amending the insurance holding company law, adding definitions, providing for group capital calculation

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• I mean, this is a group that's under our purview.
• I mean, this is a group statements.
• <00:54:05.000> I<00:54:05.080> do in conjunction with this group.
• I do in conjunction with this group.
• aren't there, and how do we do blocks aren't there, and how do we do about<00:58:04.960> that?

Keywords: 916, all

Summary: The joint Minerals Committee met to select interim topics and announced its meeting dates for April 27-28 in Casper, June 4-5 in Casper, and August 27-28 in Cheyenne. Members heard public testimony on several economic development and minerals-related topics and were asked to identify their top priorities for later ranking and consensus. No formal votes were taken during this portion of the meeting. A major topic was removing obstacles to energy development in Wyoming, including possible regulatory, bonding, and permitting barriers. Testimony from the Mining Association and Energy Capital Economic Development supported revisiting barriers to development, similar to the earlier Regulatory Reduction Task Force. Another related topic was industrial siting exemptions on coal mine property, with testimony arguing that mineral-related projects such as rare earths, uranium conversion, and ferroalloys should not have to go through the full industrial siting process when communities have already dealt with similar development. Members also discussed industrial siting bonding requirements, including whether bonding or advance payments should be used to cover impacts on local services and emergency response, especially for projects like solar farms or battery storage. The committee also discussed coal bed methane industrial sovereign zones, tied to House Bill 120, with testimony seeking to include coal bed methane in value-added manufacturing zones. The sponsor said the goal was to create industrial zones that support economic development while protecting scenic values and limiting industrial sprawl. Another topic was sourcing curling stones in Wyoming, which was presented as a lighthearted but potentially useful way to promote Wyoming stone and broader dimension-stone quarrying; a state geologist testified that Wyoming has granite with similar mineralogy to stone used for curling stones elsewhere. Child care as an economic driver was withdrawn. The committee also heard support for a Business Council restructure review, though several members said the Minerals Committee should do the substantive review because the Business Council falls within its jurisdiction, while still coordinating with Appropriations. Finally, the committee heard a proposal for a domestic preference in residential general service contracts, extending Wyoming preference concepts beyond construction into goods and services, with testimony emphasizing local economic multipliers and possible exceptions for federal funding or other procurement limits.

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• It causes a real headache for landowners, and people on the ground from all three groups have asked me
• My name is Mike Pacheco, I'm the General Manager for Block by Block Central San Antonio.
• Are just a group of tools in a larger toolbox of pest control opportunities for bird mitigation.
• I'm here representing myself, but my position is I'm actually a Regional Vice President for Block by
• Block, which provides ambassador service all over the country.

Bills: HB 43, HB 3364, HB 3469, HB 3479, HB 43, HB 3364, HB 3469, HB 3479

Keywords: agriculture, finance, young farmers, financial assistance, pest control, veterinarian, veterinary medicine, veterinary telemedicine, telehealth, telemedicine, veterinarian-client-patient relationship, VCPR, animal health, livestock, pets, remote care, electronic means, telephone consultation, controlled substances, prescription drugs

Summary: The second bill, House Bill 3469, was introduced to address pest control regulations concerning nuisance birds. Representative Campos explained how the bill proposes non-lethal methods to deter these birds, such as the use of laser lights and sounds, which avoids conflict with both state and federal regulations. The committee heard impassioned testimonies from members of the public who shared firsthand experiences regarding the adverse effects of these birds on property and public health. The meeting concluded with both bills being left pending, reflecting a desire for further deliberation among the committee members.

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• that put together there was a a group that put together some<00:18:47.760> ideas<00:18:48.159
• Providers like TurboTax and H&R Block have been accused repeatedly of overselling services, misleading
• Providers like TurboTax and H&R Block have been accused repeatedly of overselling services, misleading
• Providers like TurboTax and H&R Block have been accused repeatedly of overselling services, misleading
• <01:25:34.000> or<01:25:34.119> whatever 500 bucks to H&R Block or whatever 500

Bills: HF2274, HF1932

Keywords: taxation, income tax, property tax, corporate tax, homestead credit, local government aid, tax credits, economic development, taxpayer assistance, tax credit outreach, tax preparation, free tax help, IRS, Department of Revenue, general fund appropriation, earned income tax credit, child tax credit, volunteer income tax assistance, VITA, low-income taxpayers

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• Right now, these opportunities are blocked by outdated zoning rules, minimum lot sizes, excessive frontage
• We're grateful to be here today with a diverse group of stakeholders, as Rep.
• spent years advocating for uniform site plan review standards, and this is the first time that these groups
• One of our partners, our neighbors two blocks east down the street from my synagogue, the Hartford Street
• To this point, the mass polling group did a survey on behalf of the Coalition for an Equitable Economy

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The Joint Committee on Housing held a hybrid hearing on zoning, Chapter 40B, and related housing bills. Much of the testimony focused on the “Yes in My Backyard” bill (H. 1572/S. 962), which would expand by-right development of missing middle housing, reduce barriers such as minimum lot sizes and parking mandates, and support duplexes, triplexes, and other small-scale housing. Supporters included housing advocates, developers, local officials, and municipal leaders from places like Cambridge, Salem, and Braintree, who argued that state action is needed because local zoning often blocks needed housing and that the bill would help create more affordable, neighborhood-compatible homes. Several witnesses also backed a companion “Yes in God’s Backyard” bill (H. 2347), which would allow faith-based institutions to build housing on their property by right, with testimony emphasizing the potential for new units, added municipal tax revenue, and partnerships between religious organizations and housing developers. The committee also heard testimony on Senate Bill 1021 to modernize Chapter 40R incentives. Senator Pavel Payano and others said the program’s payments have not kept pace with inflation since 2004 and should be increased to better encourage smart-growth zoning near transit and town centers. Another major topic was H. 2298 on site plan review, which would codify and standardize the process in state law. Rep. Kristin Kassner and witnesses from MAPC and NAIOP said current site plan review practices vary widely across the state, creating confusion, delays, and litigation, while a uniform framework would give municipalities clearer tools to review by-right projects without undermining local oversight. The hearing also included testimony on Chapter 40B reform, including S. 1005 and H. 1537. One witness supported further review of 40B and stronger regional planning, while another backed a proposal to allow certain pre-2010 40B condominium owners to sell at market value under a framework that would recapture some of the subsidy benefits. Committee members asked several questions about local zoning changes, housing goals by county, and how the proposed bills would affect communities. No votes were taken during the hearing, and the chairs indicated that written testimony would be welcomed for technical details and additional comments.

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• I think to our groups here that receive the funds, I don't know if it's a plausible, but may be acceptable
• How do you block a show? And they also learn about puppetry. They learn about storytelling.
• How do you, you know, block a show and they also learn about puppetry.
• like last night to, you know, there's this beautiful piece where they had a lady, she was up the blocks
• >> Organization there that is small but really serves an interesting group of people and and an

Keywords: 1183, house

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• But I will say my messaging on Instagram does a really good job of blocking those.
• I fear that this bill will be even more harmful for groups like individuals with disabilities because
• So, I've got Gordon Jones; is he in this group? Okay, I've got Amanda McLaughlin; is she present?
• And creating a petition process that could be weaponized by small groups with political agendas.
• From what I witnessed on Monday, only one group is living up to the legacy.

Bills: HB186, HB201, HB229, HB796, HB1506, HB2702, HB2885, HB3225, HB3909, HB4285, HB5138

Keywords: social media, children, account verification, data privacy, parental control, financial crime, card fraud, motor fuel theft, law enforcement, criminal activity, skimmers, prevention, training, biological sex, government information, definitions, sex-based distinctions, public health, federal directives, state authority

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• So one of the things that we do, our group does, is collect complaints, and we send them to the Texas
• And this bill is basically designed to keep a cohesive law enforcement group, kind of like what they
• And this bill is basically designed to keep a cohesive law enforcement group, kind of like what they
• He also said they have experienced group homes.
• And then we have these group, tier three sex offenders that are living in our community.

Bills: HB240

Keywords: tax exemption, farm products, ad valorem taxation, tax code, producer ownership

Summary: The subcommittee heard a series of county and regional government bills, with most measures left pending after testimony. HB 2097 would let counties that opt in give sheriff’s deputies an alternative appeal route for certain discipline cases through an independent hearing examiner instead of the Civil Service Commission. The author and a CLEET witness said it would be faster, cheaper, and fairer; questions focused on why the bill was needed and whether sheriffs could already use such a process. No opposition testified, and the bill was left pending. HB 4642 drew extensive testimony after the author said it was prompted by a death involving an out-of-state jail contract. The bill would require counties contracting with out-of-state jail facilities to include Texas-like jail standards and oversight provisions. The author, a former detainee held in Louisiana, his wife, and a Texas Jail Project advocate described poor conditions, lack of accountability, and multiple deaths of Texans housed out of state. The Texas Commission on Jail Standards director said five counties are currently housing 1,251 Texas inmates out of state, mostly because of staffing shortages, and said the bill would give the commission more authority and oversight. The bill was left pending. The committee also heard HB 4350, which would allow peace officers to request redaction of personal information from online real property records. Supporters said officers face retaliation risks and should have protections similar to judges and other officials; a title industry witness cautioned that redaction should not compromise the integrity of land records. The bill was left pending. HB 3687 would require county fire marshals in counties over 100,000 to meet specified training and certification standards, and HB 4105 and HB 4205 would give Harris County preferences in construction contracting and require pay parity for comparable law enforcement ranks within the county, respectively; all drew support from county officials and were left pending. HB 5403 would repeal a special rule requiring Dallas and Tarrant county sheriffs to get commissioners court approval for commissary disbursements, and it was also left pending. Later, HB 4462 would let elected county officials in large counties choose outside counsel in civil cases involving them, rather than relying solely on the county attorney. Supporters argued this would reduce conflicts of interest and protect officials’ reputations; questions centered on who qualifies and whether it could conflict with county interests. Finally, HB 240 would restore a five-member quorum requirement for Harris County tax levies, effectively requiring all commissioners to be present before a new tax rate can be adopted; supporters framed it as a taxpayer protection, while the Conference of Urban Counties opposed it as giving one member a de facto veto and potentially disrupting the budget process. Both bills were left pending.

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• Another version of the clarification that we're going to tighten the shot group on this thing.
• A mismatched birth certificate creates confusion and blocks stability.
• Blocking access to financial aid, jobs, and housing, while worsening mental health.
• It singles out a specific group of people who are already marginalized.
• Just this group of this minority group of people, and I would advocate. that each person, each chairman

Bills: SB29, SB406, SB447, SB875, SB893, SB1033, SB1346, SB1362, SB1539, SCR22, SB 29

Keywords: business organization, internal management, corporate governance, partnerships, liability reduction, birth certificate, biological sex, gender identity, health and safety, sex assignment, SB 875, Texas, independent school district, ISD, school board trustee, superintendent, campus administrator, electioneering, political signs, early voting

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• Cities have reacted to the math by blocking housing.
• three-bedroom attached townhome that also couldn't be built in most Minnesota neighborhoods three blocks
• three blocks from our apartment<00:26:22.960> where<00:26:23.159> we<00:26:23.320>
• that this bill was the product of a lot of interaction, a lot of talking with advocates and city groups
• I'm a principal at Landing Group, as affordable housing consultants.

Keywords: 1183, house