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• Members, any further debate? Representative Nixon, you're recognized in debate. Thank you.
• Members, any further debate? Representative Nixon, you're recognized in debate.
• Representative Alvarez, you're recognized in debate.
• Any further debate? Representative Woodson, you're recognized in debate. Thank you, Madam Chair.
• Any further debate on the bill?

Summary: The Education Administration Subcommittee met with a quorum and took up two bills. The first, PCS for HB 725 on political activity at public institutions of higher education, would require colleges and universities to notify students and employees about existing campus political activity rules at orientation and on their websites, and to adopt standardized policies through the State Board of Education and Board of Governors. The sponsor said the bill is intended to mirror federal IRS/501(c)(3) guidelines, protect institutions from risking federal funding, and clarify what is and is not allowed; supporters framed it as an awareness and free-expression measure, while opponents warned it could chill speech, create vague enforcement standards, and lead to unintended consequences for students and faculty. Public testimony was largely opposed, with speakers from student, civil liberties, education, and advocacy groups raising free-speech concerns. The committee passed the bill 13-5. The second measure, PCS for HB 1437, addressed disputes under mutual management plans between conversion charter schools and district school boards. The sponsor said the bill fills a gap by providing a clearer dispute-resolution path through mediation by the Department of Education or, ultimately, an administrative law judge at DOAH. Members asked about appeal rights and whether DOE is perceived as favoring charter schools; the sponsor said the bill simply sets the process for the current issue and that the administrative law judge provision serves as the final step. There was no public testimony, and the bill was reported favorably 18-0.

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• Members, do we have any debate? No debate.
• Members are moving into debate. Do we have any debate?
• Representative Joseph in debate. Thank you, Mr.
• Some of you know I'm kind of old-school, so I'm actually not debating the sponsor of the bill; I'm debating
• First, I want to thank all the members for the great debate.

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• Will there be debate? See no debate. The vote will now occur.
• Will there be debate? See no debate. The vote will now occur.
• Whether it be debate? See no debate. Vote now. If you favor the measure, you vote aye.
• Will there be debate? Seeing no debate, the vote. Not occur.
• Will there be debate? Seeing no debate, the vote. If you favor the measure, you vote aye.

Bills: SR28, SB201, SB1379, SB1525, SB1966, SB2112, SB2170, HB2749, HB3262, HB3265, HB3673, HB3781, HB3040, HB3076, HB3369, HB3982, HB3462, HB3465, HB3521, HB3796, HB3800, HB4095, HB4298, HB4316, HB4338, HB4408, HB4454

Keywords: minimum salary, education funding, teacher compensation, Oklahoma education, salary schedule, human trafficking, victims, prevention, support services, Attorney General, pilot program, grant funding, SB1525, tourism, recreation, conference, Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department, Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Commission, special agency account, private partnerships

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• Is there debate? Seeing no debate. Senator Trumbull, you are recognized to close on the amendment.
• Is there debate? Seeing no debate.
• Seeing no appearance forms, is there debate?
• Seeing absolutely no interest at all, we will not have debate.
• And with that, we are in debate. Members, is there debate? Senator Smith, in debate. Thank you, Mr.

Summary: The Commerce Committee on Tourism met and first took up Senate Bill 1562 by Senator Trumbull, which was amended with a strike-all amendment. The substitute bill would apply only to new vehicle brands, set a 1,000-vehicle sales threshold, and limit any one dealer or dealer group to no more than one-third of statewide sales to promote competition and dealer diversity. The committee adopted the amendment and then reported the committee substitute favorably by roll call vote, with Senator Smith later recording a negative vote and Senator Yarbrough requesting an affirmative vote on the tab. The committee then considered Senate Bill 888 by Senator Martin, which limits professional services contracts for architects, engineers, surveyors, and landscape architects so they can be held liable only for their own negligence or that of those under their supervision. The bill extends existing protections from public contracts to private contracts, voids broader indemnity clauses, requires a professional standard of care, and bars additional-insured requirements. After no questions or debate, the committee reported the bill favorably. Finally, the committee heard Senate Bill 1516 by Senator Garcia on misleading or inaccurate caller identification. The sponsor cited the volume of robocalls and scam losses, especially affecting older adults, and said the bill would create new statutory provisions requiring telecommunications companies to address spoofed caller ID and implement STIR/SHAKEN authentication or a comparable alternative. Testimony in support came from the Elder Law Section of the Florida Bar and AARP, and the bill was reported favorably by roll call vote. The chair then noted the committee would not reconvene later that evening and adjourned the meeting.

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• Will there be debate? Will there be debate? Seeing no debate, the vote will now occur. It's open.
• Will there be debate? Will there be debate? Seeing no debate, the vote will now occur.
• No debate. Will there be debate? Seeing none, the vote will now occur. Please queue up.
• Will there be debate? Will there be debate? Seeing none, the vote will now occur.

Bills: HB3390, HB4199, HB4407, HB4412

Keywords: home care, community services, Oklahoma Department of Human Services, rating system, inspection reports, substantiated complaints, agency oversight, child care, workforce, pilot program, affordable care, income eligibility, long-term care, revolving fund, options counseling, funding, consultation services, Medicaid, community-based services, seniors

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• Is there any debate? If not, the clerk will call the roll. there any debate?
• Is there any debate? Is there any debate?
• Is there any debate? debate? debate?
• Is there any debate?
• Is there any debate? Recognizing the Is there any debate?

Keywords: House streaming session for Monday, March 23, 2026, 957, house, all

Summary: The House took up the Appropriations Committee’s report on the fiscal 2027 budget, including Senate Bill 282, the budget bill, and Senate Bill 284, the Budget Reconciliation and Financing Act. The floor leader described a balanced budget with a $282 million cash surplus, $2 billion in rainy day reserves, and no new fees or taxes, while highlighting funding for child care scholarships and credentials, behavioral health services in schools, Medicaid and SNAP-related outreach, DDA services, domestic violence and rape crisis services, energy assistance, local government disparity grants, and private-sector investment. Both budget measures were special ordered until Wednesday, March 25, and the House adopted the committee’s motion in each case without objection. The chamber also considered several committee reports from Economic Matters, Government, Labor, and Elections, and Health. Among the measures advanced were House Bill 1529 on a Baltimore County local commission on common ownership communities; House Bills 571, 892, 893, 994, 1120, 1166, 1351, 1362, and 883; and health-related bills including House Bills 446, 658, 698, 1015, and 1048. Most bills were amended and then given favorable reports, with the House adopting the amendments and ordering the bills printed for third reading. Several bills drew brief floor questions. House Bill 994 would create a $300 annual registration fee for travel services providers, but the sponsor said it would not add new penalties beyond existing consumer protection laws. House Bill 1166 on front license plate display clarified that a signed statement can shift responsibility to the driver when a front plate cannot be installed, while the existing $500 fine for noncompliance remained current law. House Bill 1351, dealing with disaster mitigation services and MHIC licensing, was explained as bringing those providers under home improvement licensing rules after a transition period, and was special ordered until the end of the session at a delegate’s request. House Bill 1048 on sodium and added sugar warning icons was amended to include a QR code and remove some reporting and education provisions; members also clarified that the bill still uses a 25-gram threshold and that restaurant groups did not support the bill, though it had been worked through with them.

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• Seeing none, will there be debate? Oh, pardon me.
• Now, will there be debate? Senator Hines, you recognize. Closed debate. Thank you, members.
• Seeing none, will there be debate? Part did somebody else have a question? Will there be debate?
• Seeing none, will there be debate? Senator Bone, for debate, thank you.
• It goes further debate. Seeing none, Senator Daniels, you are recognized to close debate again. Mr.

Bills: HB1170

Keywords: fiduciary responsibility, proxy voting, public finance, Oklahoma statutes, pension plans, pecuniary factors, nonpecuniary factors, financial risk, Attorney General, 914, all

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• Members, we are in debate. Anybody wishing to debate? Chair: I was looking down here.
• Members, we are in debate. Sir? Chair: Whoever wishes to debate?
• Anyone wishing to debate on the relief bill?
• We are now moving into debate. We are in debate. Representative Deal?
• Seeing none, we are now in debate. Ranking Member Gottlieb.

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• Is there any debate, senators, on the amendment?
• Is there any debate on the bill as amended?
• Is there any debate? Farrell Foundation is also waiving in support.
• Is there any debate on the bill?
• Is there any debate on the bill? Is there any debate on the bill?

Summary: The Appropriations Committee on Criminal and Civil Justice heard and approved several bills. SB 504 and its related public records bill SB 506, both by Sen. Burgess, would allow local governments to authorize code enforcement officers to use body cameras under standardized policies and create a public records exemption for certain recordings; members raised questions about disclosure and when cameras may be used, and both bills were reported favorably. The committee also approved CS/SB 32 and SB 210 by Sen. Sharif, creating a new injunction for protection against serious violence by a known person and extending public records protections to petitions under that injunction category. Supporters included law enforcement, women’s advocacy groups, and justice organizations. The committee then favorably reported SB 676 by Sen. Arrington, which creates a graduated penalty structure for adults who involve minors in certain animal cruelty offenses and increases penalties related to fighting or baiting animals. SB 432 by Sen. Yarbrough was also approved; it adds certain concentrated 7-OH to Schedule I, exempts FDA-approved veterinary xylazine products, creates penalties for candy-like xylazine products, and establishes trafficking penalties for xylazine. Sen. Osgood spoke in support of the bill, emphasizing the dangers of adulterated street drugs for people with substance use disorder. Finally, the committee approved SB 524 by Sen. Simon, which makes a series of technical and administrative changes affecting the Medical Examiners Commission, district medical examiner appointments, the Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission, and notice procedures for administrative complaints. The Florida Department of Law Enforcement appeared in support. All measures were reported favorably, and the committee adjourned without objection.

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• ANY DEBATE? SENATOR COLLINS, YOU MAY CLOSE. >> Senator Collins: THOSE IN FAVOR? THOSE OPPOSED?
• IS THERE ANY DEBATE?
• DEBATE ON THE BILL AS AMENDED?
• THANK YOU FOR BRING IT FORWARD. >> Chair: FURTHER DEBATE?
• IS THERE ANY DEBATE? THERE IS NONE.

Keywords: 999, senate, all

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• We have included negotiated time allocations for questions and debate on all bills on special order.
• Any debate? Rep. Simpson-Machoski, any debate? Any debate? I see no debate. Any debate?
• Representative Vlachoski, any debate? Any debate? No debate from Representative Vanchoski.

Summary: The Rules and Ethics Committee met on Wednesday, February 12, 2025, with a roll call taken and several members noted as present or excused. The chair welcomed ex officio member Gant and thanked staff and security. The main item of business was a special order letter for the Thursday, February 13 floor session, which included negotiated time allocations for questions and debate on all bills on special order. Members were asked for questions, public testimony, or debate on the special order letter, but none was offered. The committee then voted to adopt the special order letter by voice vote, with ayes prevailing and no opposition recorded. The chair also reminded members of the floor amendment deadlines for Thursday’s session: main amendments must be submitted to bill drafting by 7 a.m. and approved for filing by 8 a.m., while adhering amendments must be approved for filing by 9 a.m. With no further business, the committee adjourned on motion without objection.

Transcript Highlights:

• Is there debate seeing no debate? You're recognized to close. Thank you.
• I I is there debate. Is there debate seeing no debate? You're recognized to close. Waive close.
• Thanks for their debate.
• Seeing no further debate.
• Is there debate is there debate seeing no debate? Please call the roll on Mr.

Keywords: 999, senate, all

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• Will there be discussion or debate? Seeing none, please open the queue.
• Will there be discussion or debate? Saying none, please open queue.
• Will there be discussion or debate? Saying none, please open queue.
• Will there be discussion or debate? Seeing none, please open the.
• Will there be discussion or debate? Seeing none, please open cue.

Keywords: 914, all

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• Any discussion or debate? Oh, I'm sorry. My cue's not that. Okay. It might give me a cue.
• Any discussion or debate? If not, clerk open the queue for a vote. Hilbert, aye. Marty, aye.
• Is there any discussion or debate? Seeing none, the clerk will open the queue for a vote.
• Any discussion or debate? Seeing no discussion or debate, clerk, open the queue for a vote.
• Any discussion or debate? Seeing no discussion or debate, clerk, open the queue for a vote.

Bills: HB2947, HB2964, HB3143, HB3144, HB3342, HB3344, HB3519, HB3522, HB3530, HB3645, HB3647, HB3834, HB4300, HB4422, HB4423

Keywords: behavioral health, Medicaid expansion, clinical interns, mental health services, licensing requirements, medical records, patient rights, privacy, fees, healthcare access, legal claims, medical marijuana, license transfer, Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority, moratorium, business regulation, commercial grower licenses, licensing restrictions, agriculture, Medicaid

Transcript Highlights:

• We are in debate whether or not this is a game-changer.
• Seeing none, and having no public testimony, members, we're in debate.
• Seeing that, all right, our basketball stars got some debate.
• thank you mr. chair thank you debate.
• Debate from Representative Eskamani. Thank you so much, Chair.

Summary: The Economic Infrastructure Subcommittee heard and approved three bills. HB 1165 by Rep. Owen would authorize FDOT to issue a special blanket permit for mobile cranes and accessory support vehicles meeting specified size limits, allowing them to travel on and off interstates at all hours, including at night, while still following safety requirements and local travel restrictions. The sponsor and crane industry proponents said the bill would reduce congestion and improve emergency and disaster response. The bill was reported favorably by a 17-0 vote. The committee also considered CS for HB 279 by Rep. Partington, which strengthens penalties for misuse of the 911 system. The bill adds restitution requirements for emergency response costs and creates enhanced felony penalties when a false emergency report causes great bodily harm or death. Members raised concerns about juvenile prank calls and suggested awareness efforts in schools; the sponsor said those ideas could be considered separately. A Volusia County Sheriff’s Office representative supported the bill, and it passed favorably by a unanimous vote. Finally, the committee heard HB 177 by Reps. Harris and Woodson, designating a portion of I-Drive as the Harris Rosenway in honor of philanthropist and hotelier Harris Rosen. An amendment was adopted to also designate a bridge in Duval County as the Bernard Wilkes Rebaugh River Bridge in honor of longtime coach Bernard Wilkes. Members spoke in support of both honorees and their community impact. The bill, as amended, was reported favorably by a 17-0 vote. The meeting then adjourned.

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• Additional debate members? Representative Aristide, you're recognized.
• Additional debate members. Seeing no additional debate, Representative Joe G.
• Additional debate members? "It's a good call. Thank you. Additional debate members?"
• Additional debate members? Seeing no additional debate, Representative Tant is recognized to close.
• Be ready to come prepared, ask questions, and have a good debate.

Summary: The Health Professions and Programs Subcommittee met with a quorum and heard two bills. HB 649 would remove the current written physician protocol requirement for certified registered nurse anesthetists, allowing CRNAs to practice autonomously. The sponsor and supporters argued the change would modernize Florida law, address anesthesia workforce shortages, keep graduates in the state, and improve access especially in rural areas; opponents, including the Florida Medical Association and a cardiologist, warned that physician oversight is important for patient safety and that anesthesia complications can arise quickly. After debate, the committee passed HB 649 favorably by a vote of 12 yeas and 6 nays. The committee then heard HB 723, which requires the Department of Health, working with school districts, to develop informational materials on early detection of type 1 diabetes and have schools notify parents within the first 30 school days about those materials. The sponsor said the goal is to help parents recognize warning signs earlier and avoid emergency diagnoses such as diabetic ketoacidosis, with minimal fiscal impact because the materials would be distributed digitally. Members generally supported the bill and discussed timing and distribution methods, suggesting the notice not get lost in back-to-school paperwork. HB 723 passed unanimously, 18 yeas and 0 nays, and was reported favorably.

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• Is there any debate on the bill?
• Is there any debate on the bill as amended? Okay, Senator Polsky, you are recognized in debate.
• Is there any debate on the amendment?
• Is there any debate on the bill as amended? Yes, Senator Smith, you are recognized in debate.
• Anyone else in debate? Okay.

Bills: S0544, S0636, S0848, S0546

Keywords: golf courses, best management practices, fertilizer regulation, Department of Agriculture, environmental protection, certification, beach management, beach erosion, beach nourishment, coastal resilience, shoreline protection, critical erosion, critically eroded beach, Florida DEP, Department of Environmental Protection, coastal flooding, compound flooding, storm surge, inlet management, coastal engineering

Summary: The Environment and Natural Resources Committee met with a quorum and took up several bills. SB 636 on beach management, by Senator Leek, would create additional pathways for counties and municipalities to obtain critically eroded beach or area of critical state concern designations, shifting the process toward a more proactive approach. Senator Smith and Senator Harrell raised concerns about local capacity and funding, and the Florida Shore and Beach Preservation Association said the bill was an alternative pathway but emphasized the need for more recurring funding. The bill was reported favorably. The committee then considered SB 544, which transfers the Golf Course Best Management Practices Certification Program from DEP to FDACS and establishes certification and training standards there. Senator Smith and Senator Harrell asked about environmental oversight, taxation, and whether the change would affect state park restrictions; the sponsor said it would not change tax treatment or park rules and that DEP would still handle enforcement if BMPs are not followed. The Florida Springs Council opposed the bill, arguing golf courses are not agriculture and warning of weaker protections for springs, while the Florida Golf Course Superintendent's Association supported the move as a continuity and participation measure. After adopting a technical amendment, the committee reported the bill favorably, with Senator Smith voting no. SB 848 on stormwater treatment, also by Senator Trunow, was amended to clarify the role of water quality enhancement areas while stormwater rules are still being finalized and to make public-land project review forward-looking. Resource Environmental Solutions supported the amendment and bill as providing a clearer market for water quality credits, and the Florida Home Builders Association supported the measure. The committee adopted the amendment and reported the bill favorably. SB 546 by Vice Chair Mayfield would require 30-day public notice before meetings reviewing the sale or exchange of state conservation lands, including at water management districts; after a technical amendment, it received support from conservation groups and was reported favorably. The committee also received a DEP presentation on the State Park Amenities Report, which said Florida’s 175 state parks drew over 28 million visitors and generated a $3.6 billion economic impact. DEP identified nearly $759 million in needed repairs and upgrades over 10 years and $1.39 billion in contemplated new construction and development in unit management plans. No votes were taken on the presentation, and the meeting adjourned after no further business.

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• Members, will there be discussion or debate? See, none. That plays up the cue for voting.
• Will there be discussion or debate? CN, then that puts up the cue for voting.
• Will there be discussion or debate? TNTA, please step up the cue for voting.
• Members, will there be discussion or debate? See a debate that puts up the queue for voting.
• Any discussion or debate? Ign an clerk, please open the queue for voting.

Bills: HB4246, HB4230, HB3617, HB3657, HB2976, HB3391, HB4459, HB4128, HB3989, HB2989, HB4060, HB3145, HB2992, HB3464, HB4246, HB4230, HB3617, HB3657, HB2976, HB3391, HB4459, HB4128, HB3989, HB2989, HB4060, HB3145, HB2992, HB3464

Keywords: water rights, rural water districts, board members, training requirements, Oklahoma Water Resources Board, right to repair, agriculture, OEM, repair providers, documentation, farm equipment, parts availability, maintenance, labor, employment definitions, agricultural services, Oklahoma Workforce Commission, confidentiality, data access, environmental protection

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• Will there be any discussion or debate? Seeing no debate. Staff, please open the vote.
• Will there be discussion or debate? Seeing no debate, staff, open the queue for a vote.
• Will there be discussion or debate? Okay, seeing no discussion or debate, open the queue.
• Will there be any discussion or debate? Seeing no debate. Staff, please open to vote.
• Will there be a discussion or debate? There's no debate. Staff, open the vote.

Bills: HB3056, HB3391, HB3657, HB3617, HB4055, HB3720, HB3902

Keywords: raw milk, unpasteurized, farm sales, Oklahoma Milk and Milk Products Act, local producers, advertising, animal welfare, commercial pet breeders, licensing, animal cruelty, labor, employment definitions, agricultural services, Oklahoma Workforce Commission, confidentiality, data access, right to repair, agriculture, OEM, repair providers

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• Senators we're in debate. Is there debate on this bill? Okay, seeing no debate.
• Is there debate seeing no debate? You're recognized to close on your Bill?
• Is there debate on the amendment seeing no debate is their opposition to the to the amendment, seeing
• Is there debate is there debate seeing no debate? Senator Burton, you're recognized.
• And you can just talk to us in the closing further debate. >> Seeing no further debate, Senator Burton

Keywords: 999, senate, all