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• </c> attention, memory, and social skills. attention, memory, and social skills.
• , and builds fine essential social skills, and builds fine motor<00:13:47.240><c> skills.
• , building fine motor skills?
• </c> career readiness skills. career readiness skills.
• </c> career skills. career skills.

Bills: HF3776, HF3557, HF3585

Keywords: screen time, preschool, kindergarten, early childhood education, digital media, tablets, smartphones, educational technology, EdTech, classroom devices, publicly funded preschool, school policy, child development, special education, IEP, 504 plan, IFSP, Minnesota education law, climate literacy, education

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• Uh let's based on the $1.5 million cost.
• Uh, the Fish and Game Department has an additional agency request.
• Chair, was it the game funds. Mr.
• </c><00:45:10.640><c> It</c> But it's not fishing game funds. It But it's not fishing game funds.
• </c> fishing game fishing game backhole.<00:51:59.760><c> Any</c> nays?

Keywords: 928, house, all

Summary: The committee heard testimony on proposed improvements to the New Hampshire State Police gun range and training facility. Commissioner Robert Quinn and Major Brendan Davy said the range is used for realistic, scenario-based training that cannot be replicated at a standard static range, including movement, use of cover, vehicle-based drills, elevation, and training under elevated heart rates and stress. They said the facility is important not only for state troopers but also for local and federal partners, and that it is used regularly for qualifications, requalification, and special unit training. Members asked about specific limitations and costs. Major Davy said the PSTC range is handgun-caliber only because the backstop is not rifle-rated, and local law enforcement can use the State Police range for qualification. Representative Kazinski questioned the size and cost of the project, and Public Works Director Theodore Copper then explained the estimate: $1.5 million for building and site work, plus soft costs, utilities, design, and inflation, bringing the total to $2.3 million. He said the proposed facility would include office space, two classrooms, restrooms, and heating and air conditioning, and that the estimate was reasonable. The committee also heard from Milford School District Superintendent Christy Misho in support of CTE funding. She said Milford has been working for years to secure support for an applied technology center renovation, that prior local bond efforts fell short of the required threshold, and that the district now plans a CTE-only local bond of about $4 million while seeking $10 million from the state. She argued the investment is needed to modernize outdated equipment and support workforce training, and said the district remains committed to the project. In work session action, the committee corrected a prior vote on the Pease Development Authority warehouse removal and replacement project, increasing the amount by $353,300 to $1,973,300 and raising the agency subtotal to $4,155,300. The committee also approved adding two Community College System items: $500,000 for an energy management system and $1.3 million for critical maintenance, for a total addition of $1.8 million. No objections were raised to these motions.

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• This slide shows a five-year summary of OSBE's base budget over this period.
• And I am confident that we are not based on our analysis.
• We'll be moving on to the next topic: outcome-based funding.
• So our proposal, which we call Idaho First outcomes-based funding, places a portion of the base at risk
• This slide shows a five-year look back on the base budget.

Summary: The committee met with a quorum and heard a series of budget presentations from the Legislative Services Office and agency leaders on higher education and health education programs. Kevin Campbell first reviewed the Office of the State Board of Education budget, noting staffing growth tied to added responsibilities, the end of federal COVID/ARPA funding, a governor-recommended supplemental reversion for the sunsetted Empowering Parents grant, and FY 2027 requests including a Canvas LMS renewal, a risk-manager transfer back to institutions, and a one-time federal AI grant. Jennifer White, OSBE executive director, defended the Canvas contract as a cost-saving centralized arrangement, discussed budget pressure on colleges and universities, and said the board is developing an outcomes-based funding model that would shift emphasis from enrollment to progression, completion, and workforce outcomes while phasing in changes to avoid destabilizing institutions. Members asked about cuts, tuition, private donations, rainy-day funds, the longitudinal data system, CETL Now usage, and whether programs should be evaluated or eliminated based on outcomes. White said the board is still gathering data and expects at least another year before a workable funding proposal is ready, and she emphasized that unearned funds under the new model would be returned to OSBE for targeted intervention rather than simply removed. The committee also discussed risk-management centralization, with White explaining that moving risk managers back to institutions would improve day-to-day efficiency while OSBE retains enterprise risk oversight. The committee then turned to health education programs, beginning with Family Medicine Residencies. Campbell outlined the program’s funding and recent growth, and residency leaders said the 3% holdback affected both ISU-based and hospital-affiliated programs but would not force immediate reductions. They stressed the importance of continued legislative support, noted that residency training helps retain physicians in Idaho, and said the programs rely on a mix of state, federal, and patient-care revenue. Members also raised concerns about clinical placement capacity, rural access, and whether federal rural health funds could help support expansion. Additional presentations covered the Eastern Idaho Medical Residencies and the University of Utah medical program. EIMR leaders said Idaho remains far short of needed psychiatrists, especially child psychiatrists, and that training residents in-state helps keep physicians in Idaho; they also described private hospital support as part of the funding model. For the University of Utah program, Campbell said the state supports both medical students and psychiatry residents, and the program requested funding for three additional child psychiatry residents. Dr. Beth Botz, the training director, attributed rising child psychiatry need to increased stress, social media, COVID-era effects, and broader awareness of mental health issues, and said placing residents in southeast Idaho has already improved access and reduced wait times.

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• We then ask, 'How or what is that based on?' They say their numbers come from our actuary.
• They do the calculations based on what they're told, but nobody verifies whether what they're told is
• That was a mid-year increase and that's based on price level and workload.
• Living centers, whether it's farms, whether it's those that are due a skilled nursing, or those at-home
• And so she emphasized to me that fitting glasses is a skill that can be learned and that the fitting

Keywords: 999, senate, all

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• All of those skills will serve her and the farmers and ranchers of America exceptionally well.
• In short, we changed the game in Texas.
• set and perhaps Knowledge base and relationships to this effort as well.
• Mississippi on our way to Auburn for the Texas A&M-Auburn-Alabama game.
• We were in our motorhome traveling across the country to an Aggie football game.

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• </c> wishes for the gold at the Winter Games. wishes for the gold at the Winter Games.
• </c><00:14:31.360><c> and</c> students and gave them the skills and students and gave them the skills
• </c><00:23:37.200><c> That</c><00:23:37.440><c> is</c> game. That is leadership. That is game.
• </c> baseball skills baseball skills of<08:20:38.798><c> Jackie</c><08:20:39.280><c> Robinson?
• </c> him for his military skills. him for his military skills.

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Monday, February 9, 2026, 1012, house, all

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• A skilled workforce is a key component to success. I hope you'll join me by supporting this.
• distribute it within the base.
• Yeah, they're going to want it everywhere, every base.
• But what happens at military bases, think San Antonio, you know, within wires, okay?
• Air Force bases in my district, Fort Bliss and Laughlin Air Force Base, I'd love to be able to work with

Bills: HB1647, HB2612, HB3125, HB3158, HB3240, HB3506, HB3516, HB3707

Keywords: carbon sequestration, environmental policy, Texas, energy, climate change, regulatory council, geothermal energy, workforce development, education and training, energy industry, apprenticeship, energy production, energy policy, renewable energy, state council, administrative law, public information, transparency, government accountability, judicial process

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• Games will be televised nationally.
• That's going to be eight home games, plus televised games as well.
• And did not request increases to the base.
• You don't get the benefit of designing the new Mustang based on the old Mustang or the new 777 based
• Oklahoma is an old SAC base, a strategic air command base, and they've not had as much success as we've

Keywords: 996, all

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• We're well known for our games, actually, online games that engage students in various roles in our civic
• that relate to both careers in the real world, but also those skills that they need for making sense
• That's another inquiry-based high school curriculum that was originally developed for California with
• And we have a new T-shirt of firsts that included a number of firsts based on feedback that we received
• And will the Time Capsule be a community-based event as well?

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The Special Commission on the 250th Anniversary of the American Revolution met without a quorum, so no votes were taken and any items requiring action were deferred to a future meeting. Representative Sean Garballey welcomed new commission member Mona Roy and thanked outgoing members Susie Berry and Abigail Chandler, noting that the governor’s office would be contacted about open appointments to help restore quorum. The commission then heard a presentation from the Massachusetts Civic Learning Coalition, which outlined civics and history education programs tied to Mass 250 and America 250, including Civic Learning Week, teacher professional development, student civic projects, online courses, and curriculum resources from partners such as iCivics, Harvard’s Democratic Knowledge Project, GBH, Facing History and Ourselves, EDC, Revolutionary Spaces, and others. The Massachusetts Office of Travel and Tourism reported on the state’s 250th anniversary campaign, including a November event at the Old South Meeting House with the governor, lieutenant governor, and Boston Symphony Orchestra, strong media coverage, over $6 million in sponsorships, new TV spots tied to Ken Burns’ American Revolution documentary, and a new Massachusetts First webpage and merchandise. Revolutionary 250 gave an update on upcoming Henry Knox Trail commemorations, including events beginning in January at the state line and continuing in Great Barrington, Springfield, Worcester, Framingham, Cambridge, Roxbury, and Dorchester Heights, with related planning for the St. Patrick’s/Evacuation Day parade and other Revolutionary-era observances. The commission also discussed possible future initiatives for member working groups: contributing to an America 250 time capsule, organizing community-level “America’s potluck dinner” events on July 5, and coordinating readings of the Declaration of Independence on July 8. Members asked clarifying questions about how the potluck and time capsule efforts would work, and staff said an email would be sent after the meeting to gather interest and form small planning groups. The meeting ended with a motion to adjourn, a second, and unanimous approval.

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• So, I problem gaming is really hard.
• </c><00:28:19.840><c> has</c> because obviously I my asset base has because obviously I my asset base
• </c> a what's called a base year assessment. a what's called a base year assessment.
• Excuse me, problem gaming and i-gaming were some of them.
• Um, I would say that i-gaming needs to remain with whatever committee is going to oversee gaming as a

Keywords: 916, all

Summary: The Joint Revenue committee met with a quorum and heard a series of interim topic proposals focused on tax policy. Representative Brown raised two ideas: reinstating an exemption reporting requirement for corporations and entities receiving tax exemptions, with loss of the exemption for the current and prior year if they fail to report, and revising property tax treatment for wind turbines and related infrastructure by shifting the taxed footprint from agricultural to industrial classification. Senator Case and others then discussed energy taxation more broadly, including a possible generation tax for electricity, how to handle large data-center electricity loads, and whether sales tax revenue from very large electrical loads should be shared statewide rather than concentrated locally. The committee referenced prior bills and studies, including House Bill 300 and Senate File 76, and discussed using a mechanism that would keep local electricity bills net neutral while redirecting revenue distribution. The committee also took up problematic gaming and program funding. Senator Case described personal experiences with gambling addiction and the lack of available resources, while the presenter said the topic had been requested in multiple committees and that the biggest concern from House Bill 171 was protecting county and municipal funding. Members discussed whether the issue belonged in Revenue, Health, Labor, or Transportation, and several suggested it should stay with the standing committee handling gaming. Ideas raised included using gaming-related revenue for prevention and treatment, fully funding the 988 lifeline, and creating a broader trust fund for addiction-related services and law enforcement. The committee appeared to agree to continue the topic for educational purposes and to examine taxation of HHR and other gambling activity. Senator Case then proposed a severance tax on wind energy, arguing that wind development creates permanent landscape impacts and that the state should be compensated similarly to coal, oil, and gas extraction. Curt Meier, the state treasurer, supported reviewing lease agreements and said Wyoming should get more from wind resources, noting the state’s unique wind potential and the loss of viewshed. Finally, the committee heard a proposal to reform property tax relief by extending it to motor vehicle registration. Former Revenue director Dan Noble argued that vehicle taxes should be treated like other property taxes, using fair market value, depreciation, the residential assessment ratio, and local mill levies, which he said could provide broad relief but would be expensive, with an estimated fiscal impact of about $120 million. Representative Chestek followed with a related reform proposal based on Pennsylvania’s base-year assessment model, arguing that Wyoming’s current statewide relief measures treat symptoms rather than the underlying problem of rapidly rising local valuations.

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• </c><01:09:01.279><c> and</c> essential leadership skills and essential leadership skills and character
• </c> perseverance, skill, and sportsmanship perseverance, skill, and sportsmanship are<01:26:18.239><
• baseball game and our team."
• </c> offer home and community-based services. offer home and community-based services.
• ,</c> um building attachment, learning skills, um building attachment, learning skills, moving<08:08:

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Wednesday, July 23, 2025, 1012, house, all

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• with the specific skill sets that industry demands.
• The game was torturous last night. Yeah, I tried hard.
• Based on what we're estimating for the application rate. So if you had to admit all...
• And it should be based on...
• This is a game-changer. because students can know where they are automatically emitted based on their

Bills: HB42, HB 125, HB 1233, HB2853, HB3148, HB3326, HB3701, HB4066, HB4361, HB4762, HB4909, HB4912, HB42, HB125

Keywords: higher education, funding, financial allocation, state budget, Texas A&M University, University of Houston, education funding, medical education, osteopathic medicine, healthcare workforce, Tarleton State University, industry-recognized credentials, workforce development, career opportunities, feasibility study, student fees, university funding, student union, education, UT El Paso

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• Austin, but a record if we just used the same base in the past.
• We offer these marketable. skills-based credentials, industry-recognized credentials to every one of
• Worst sunburn I've ever gotten in my life was my first game at A&M. against UTEP.
• And again, thank you for watching the base budget. We really appreciate that.
• Again, I thank you for the increase in the base bill and your continued support.

Keywords: 1184, house, all

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• of the Indian Gaming Association.
• So it was a great game. Next year, the game is back next year.
• This is not an official game by any means. This was one of the most dirty games.
• They played a great game.
• No one's going to remember the 26 game once the 27 game is played. Thank you.

Keywords: 996, all

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• applied learning and results, and employability skills.
• Work-based learning is also defined in federal law.
• The academic and technical skills involved in a workplace setting.
• Third, there is a growing skills gap in the United States.
• Jobs require basic skills and knowledge.

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• </c><00:20:15.440><c> innovators</c> critical role that skilled innovators critical role that skilled
• </c><00:31:00.080><c> with</c> They talk about growing the game with They talk about growing the game
• </c> high, the WNBA didn't protect the game. high, the WNBA didn't protect the game.
• :43.600><c> are</c> Critical skills incentive bonuses are Critical skills incentive bonuses are useful
• </c> at Tendal Air Force Base. at Tendal Air Force Base. support<03:15:58.720><c> operations</c><03:15

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Monday, July 21, 2025, 1012, house, all

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• The state parks provide resource base, recreation, interpretation, and education for opportunities for
• Wa is and it's for the benefit of game and non game species.
• People can learn and practice outdoor skills and they can actively enjoy fish and wildlife resources
• I think of folks come to state Parks for resource base recreation, the opportunity to state Parks for
• resource base recreation, the opportunity to camp. >> The opportunity to spend time will trails and

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• We see FIFA, we see All-Star Games.
• We see FIFA, you know, we see All-Star Games.
• Skill-first hiring, again, we see industry changing very slowly, but I think it's a good thing that skill-first
• Communication skills of writing, speaking, and interpersonal listening; critical thinking skills to analyze
• Liberal studies is a liberal arts degree that provides both basic skills and specific career skills.

Summary: The hearing opened the Select Committee on Effective Postsecondary Career, Technical Education, and Workforce Development Programs at Santa Ana College, with Assemblymember Mike Fong emphasizing the need for affordable, accelerated pathways into high-demand careers and noting his bill AB 1098 creating the California Interagency Education Council. Chancellor Marvin Martinez welcomed the committee and urged changes to AB 927 to remove the “duplication” barrier for community college bachelor’s degrees, arguing that applied baccalaureate programs can lead to high-wage jobs and expand access for low- and middle-income students. The first panel focused on statewide workforce trends and policy. California Community Colleges Vice Chancellor Anthony Cordova highlighted credit for prior learning, Strong Workforce funding, dual enrollment, and apprenticeship growth, asking the Legislature to restore and increase Strong Workforce funding and expand applied baccalaureate degrees. LAEDC’s Josep Bilayo described regional labor market data showing growth in health care, education, construction, bioscience, and clean energy, while stressing the need for employer-led, data-driven programs, wraparound supports, and flexible funding. Andrew Gonzalez of the Building and Construction Trades Council argued that registered apprenticeship must be paid, combine classroom and on-the-job training, and end in a portable credential; he also promoted apprenticeship readiness programs, community workforce agreements, and stronger exposure to trades starting in K-12. Eric Morrison Smith of the Alliance for Boys and Men of Color discussed the California Opportunity Youth Apprenticeship Grant Program and related youth apprenticeship recommendations, including bridge programs, intermediary infrastructure, reduced employer barriers, and better coordination of state funding. A later panel highlighted Santa Ana College’s fire technology and firefighting academy programs. President Annabelle Neri and Vice President Jeffrey Lamb said the college is one of the state’s largest fire training providers, with strong partnerships with local fire agencies, law enforcement, and the U.S. Forest Service, and with high job placement and six-figure starting salaries for some graduates. They also described related certificates, advanced officer training, wellness services, and workforce preparation such as mock interviews and sponsorships. Throughout the hearing, members and panelists repeatedly stressed the importance of aligning education with labor market demand, expanding apprenticeships and work-based learning, and using regional collaboration to connect students to living-wage careers.

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• The number used was based off the...
• For example, daily fantasy sports is a skill-based contest, or is it a game of chance, which then would
• through the court system as to whether or not it's legitimate gambling or whether or not it's just a skill-based
• game.
• That's the Gaming Control Board.

Keywords: 996, all

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• It's moving away from center-based employment and it's moving towards community-based employment.
• It's moving away from center-based employment and it's moving towards community-based employment.
• ><c> it's</c><00:34:50.000><c> moving</c> center-based employment and it's moving center-based employment
• </c> that that can't work in community- based that that can't work in community- based employment.<00
• </c><00:37:27.839><c> employers</c> that um rely on center-based employers that um rely on center-based

Keywords: 1183, house