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• Thank you, Senator Hall. Senator Cook.
• One of the things you guys are leading the nation statewide, you led the nation statewide, you actually
• So, Senator Hall.
• I want to stay on that because Senator Hall brought this up.
• Members, I think, Senator Hall, you had a question. Question. Mr.

Keywords: 1185, senate, all

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• One nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. >> All right.
• But before we get to the actual panel, we're going to have Assistant Secretary Hall and start us off
• So Florida does continue to be recognized nationally as a leader in am.
• How much Florida's doing there's a slide that is the first nation.
• I work for a company that owns 105 fbo is across the nation.

Keywords: 999, senate, all

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• I'm Chair Katie Hall, and Senator Grover will be joining us soon as well.
• We're looking to the national standard to have them comply with.
• And this is according to a 2024 national study by RTI.
• Utah has a higher suicide rate than the nation.
• The report, the data we’ve collected shows very good outcomes from these cases.

Keywords: 985, all

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• I rise today in recognition of the National Day of Prayer.
• The National Day of Prayer has a long history in our country.
• This tradition has been a part of our nation for centuries.
• It is an honor to stand when we celebrate the National Day of Prayer.
• May this National Day of Prayer renew our commitment to service, kindness, and unity.

Keywords: 987, senate, all

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• the collection as as well. the collection as as well. >> Followup. >> Followup.
• this law and catch people collecting this law and catch people collecting seaweed<00:50:36.720><
• seaweed, collecting shellfish.
• seaweed, collecting shellfish.
• you're going to Rep's Hall. you're going to Rep's Hall.

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• Of course, here, Senator Perry, Senator Hancock, Senator Hall, Senator Miles, Senator [last name missing
• Senator Hall, I understand that. It makes perfect sense to do that.
• Thank you, Madam Chair, members, and Senator Hall.
• The reason I ask is that one of the things we've recently been told is that— Senator Hall, please speak
• We also rank first in the nation for new HIV cases.

Bills: HB50

Keywords: constitutional amendment, ballot language, fiscal note, fiscal impact, cost estimate, savings estimate, Legislative Budget Board, LBB, secretary of state, Election Code, Government Code, voter information, ballot proposition, state budget, election administration, Texas, 1185, senate, all

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• One nation under for which it stands.
• ,<00:12:36.320> Hammet, Gavan, Given, Gray, Hall, Hammet, Gavan, Given, Gray, Hall, Hammet
• >> Miss Hall, you're recognized. >> Miss Hall, you're recognized.
• Rafferty, Marilyn Lan, and Laura Hall. Rafferty, Marilyn Lan, and Laura Hall.
• Representative Hall, the chair recognizes Representative Hall. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.

Keywords: 1136, house, all

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• allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the republic for which it stands, one nation
• Senate Resolution 102 by Senator Richardson, relative to National Safe Boating Day.
• I rise to present SR 102, which declares the week of May 18th through the 22nd National Safe Boating
• The auxiliary was established in 1939 and currently has over 32,000 members nationally.
• Hall, Troy Lemberninski, the Second. Hall, Troy Lembernetsky, the 2nd.

Keywords: 987, senate, all

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• So when you go on orders, you can't collect or get treated for it. When you're off, you can.
• That’s, you know, that’s, there’s, there’s in the state and across the nation.
• Or, like Steve said, go to your municipal, like a city or town hall, and talk to the VSO about it.
• Like Steve said, go to your municipal, like a city or town hall, and talk to the VSO about it.
• We also collect disability data, and these were the categories we used last cycle.

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The Disability Employment Subcommittee of the Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Persons with Disabilities met and began with roll call, but did not have a quorum, so approval of prior minutes and an inspirational quote were tabled. A planned presentation from a U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs employee was canceled shortly before the meeting, and the agenda shifted to an informal discussion with two Treasury employees, Steve Kroder and Bill Collievis, about veterans with disabilities in the workplace. Kroder and Collievis described barriers veterans face, including stigma, employer misunderstanding, the need for frequent medical appointments, invisible disabilities such as PTSD and other service-connected conditions, and challenges for Guard and Reserve members balancing service with civilian work. They also discussed supportive practices in public employment, the need for better outreach to employers, the role of local veterans service officers, Military OneSource, TAP, and the importance of helping veterans navigate benefits and transition services. Commission members responded by emphasizing education, employer outreach, and possible resource-sharing through the commission’s website and toolkit. The committee then heard a presentation from Commonwealth Corporation on its Young Adults with Disabilities employment grant program. Staff explained the program’s funding, eligibility, training and placement model, and data from the prior cycle, including participant demographics, completion rates, credential attainment, employment outcomes, and wages. Members discussed benefits counseling, underemployment definitions, stigma around addiction as a disability category, and the need to connect grantees and participants with work incentives and benefits information. Commonwealth Corporation said grantees now receive training on benefits impacts and that the agency is open to further partnership. The meeting ended with a brief update on a planned commission event focused on youth and young adults with disabilities, inclusive workplaces, PCAs, and job coaches. Organizers said they were still securing a venue and were considering a hybrid or virtual format, with participation from youth organizations, the PCA Council, and the Arc of Massachusetts. The subcommittee then voted to adjourn.

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• fertilizers based on collecting fertilizers based on collecting information<01:04:03.279> using
• talking about uh it also has a national talking about uh it also has a national security<01:17:59.080
• very hard to compete uh nationally very hard to compete uh nationally because<01:23:59.880> uh
• security and for our nation.
• very very important for our national very very important for our national security<01:25:37.560>

Keywords: 1183, house

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• It's dollars that are collected from our tourism. We love this state.
• This will lead the nation in collecting meaningful data that will shape research and policy for many
• And so it's important for us to collect data.
• Florida leads the nation in minimum wage violations among large states.
• I see that dining hall back there getting pretty full during lunchtime.

Summary: The House opened with prayer, a moment of silence for fallen Oviedo Officer Jimmy Serrano-Torres, the Pledge of Allegiance, and recognition of Chief Joseph Tuminelli as law enforcement officer of the day. The Rules and Ethics Committee report setting the special order calendar was adopted, and the Speaker announced schedule changes for the following week, including canceling the floor session on Monday and starting Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. The main floor action centered on CS/HB 7033, the House tax package. Sponsor Rep. Duggan described broad tax changes, including reducing the state sales tax rate from 6% to 5.25%, exempting certain bullion sales, repealing the aviation fuel tax, delaying the natural gas fuel tax, changing corporate income tax treatment for charitable trusts, reducing the pari-mutuel tax on card rooms, and major changes to tourist development tax (TDT) use. The bill would redirect most TDT revenue toward property tax relief, dissolve tourist development councils, and include related property tax and local tax administration changes. Several amendments were debated: a Driscoll amendment to preserve local TDT flexibility failed; Duggan’s amendment giving local governments 25% discretion over TDT revenues was adopted; Eskamani’s combined-reporting amendment failed; and a Duggan amendment requiring audit certification of compliance with the TDT/property tax relief provisions was adopted. After debate, CS/HB 7033 passed 78-29. The House then took up CS/CS/HB 1221 on local option taxes, which was presented as a companion-style measure to give local governments more flexibility while redirecting TDT revenues toward property tax relief. Supporters argued the bill would provide immediate relief to property owners and restore accountability in local tax use, while opponents warned it would undermine tourism funding, infrastructure, and local services. An amendment allowing local governments to retain 25% of TDT revenues for general purposes was adopted, and the bill passed 62-45 after floor debate. The final item shown was the reading of CS/CS/HJR 1257, a proposed constitutional amendment related to property tax exemptions and assessment limits, but the transcript cuts off before debate or action on that measure.

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• Chair Hall present Vice Chair Emanuel.
• Chairwoman Hall, Vice Chairmanuel and committee members. My name is Darryl Spinks.
• And so in the area of psychology, there is one national licensing exam.
• Of that national association to any of y'all.
• Good morning, Chair Hall, Vice Chair Emanuel. I'm Raymond Winner.

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• We're the size of a nation.
• She was inducted into the National Honor Society.
• If we are willing to include the National Rifle Association, a national lobbying group that actively
• Hall voting aye. We've all voted.
• Hall. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.

Bills: SB6, SB30, SB13, SB2878, SB2501, SB66, SB268, SB331, SB618, SB414, SB1394, SB2425, SB898, SB993, SB442, SB735, SB784, SB2538, SB1919, SB1013, SB2215, SB2322, SB626, SB570, SB747, SB2183, SB673, SB1015, SB1447, SB1370, SB1784, SB1897, SB2873, SB2891, SB2933, SB2540, SB2681, SB2695, SB1965, SB2203, SB872, SB875, SB1030, SB1277, SB1730, SB1681, SB1152, SB2969, SB2747, SB2705, SB2541, SB1708, SB2080, SB2721, SB1986, SB2392, SB2539, SB2857, SB2799, SB2785, SB2782, SB1531, SB1927, SB1263, SB1098, SB835, SB3070, SB22, SJR27, SB25, SB7, SB552, SB1612, SJR87, SJR1, SB6, SB30, SB13, SB2878, SB57, SB127, SB293, SB441, SB3059, SB512, SB241, SB1718, SB140, SB2055, SB2075, SB2018, SB1534, SB1567, SB785, SB1233, SB1580, SB1663, SB413, SB447, SB519, SB467, SB1579, SB1191, SB1021, SB1838, SB2807, SB2835, SB546, SB2121, SB2167, SB2035, SB2024, SB1032, SB1049, SB1266, SB1400, SB1302, SB401, SB1596, SB1281, SB1242, SB1343, SB310, SB1346, SB2753, SB2703, SB2221, SB1719, SB2177, SB800, SB790, SB748, SB571, SB1957, SB1923, SB1896, SB1760, SB1335, SB2368, SB2477, SB2587, SB2972, SB2986, SB2965, SB1563, SB1467, SB1164, SB1137, SB614, SB705, SB961, SB918, SB955, SB869, SB850, SB863, SB1610, SB1055, SB2206, SB457, SB2337, SB1362, SB926, SB1494, SB251, SB456, SB500, SB1307, SB2615, SB2995, SB2321, SB973, SB974, SB865, SB506, SB781, SB1522, SB1558, SB510, SB667, SB763, SB2073, SB1858, SB1660, SB505, SB2900, SB1433, SB1540, SB1964, SB1300, SB1644, SB2217, SB2373, SB2431, SB1758, SB2480, SB3039, SB3047, SB3073, SB2920, SB2781, SB826, SB766, SB2460, SB527, SB1946, SB2885, SB1243, SB2610, SB2595, SB857, SB2501, SB66, SB268, SB331, SB618, SB414, SB1394, SB2425, SB898, SB993, SB442, SB735, SB784, SB2538, SB1919, SB1013, SB2215, SB2322, SB626, SB570, SB747, SB2183, SB673, SB1015, SB1447, SB1370, SB1784, SB1897, SB2873, SB2891, SB2933, SB2540, SB2681, SB2695, SB1965, SB2203, SB872, SB875, SB1030, SB1277, SB1730, SB1681, SB1152, SB2969, SB2747, SB2705, SB2541, SB1708, SB2080, SB2721, SB1986, SB2392, SB2539, SB2857, SB2799, SB2785, SB2782, SB1531, SB1927, SB1263, SB1098, SCR9, HB5560, HB762, HB 107, HB 114, HB138, HB4386, HB2495, HB581, HB3348, HB5323, HB1584, HB4341, HB6, HB171, HB143, HB449, HB3486, HB4263, HB5246, HB2, HB2011, SB17, SB21

Keywords: electric power, interconnection, utilities, ERCOT, large load customers, water supply, sewer service, demand management, school libraries, library advisory councils, parental rights, library materials, educational content, challenging materials, judicial branch, court security, expunction, pretrial intervention, youth diversion, record retention

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• <00:32:13.440> in taxes can be assessed and collected in taxes can be assessed and collected
• >> in the nation >> in the nation >> in<02:51:25.520> the<02:51:25.680>
• 51:27.040> school >> in the nation that administers um school >> in the nation that
• Representative Hall. >> no. Representative Hall. >> Yes. >> Yes. >> Yes.
• >> Representative<04:25:14.000> Hall. >> Representative Hall.

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• Members' questions for Chair Hall. OK, we have no questions, but we'll hold for your clothes.
• So, uh, I want to say thank you to, um, Chair Hall.
• In 2021, the National Association of Insurance Commissioners updated its Model Act, which allows these
• Representative Hall did a very good job of laying out the bill and we appreciate um her work on this.
• They have to use nationally standard information. We do try to make it easier right now.

Bills: HB139

Keywords: ad valorem tax, tax rates, voter-approval, taxing unit, property tax, local government

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• And I said, "Even when you're dealing with adversarial nations?"
• Senate Resolution 722 by Hall, whereas the Senate of the...
• Senator Hall. Thank you, Mr. President and members.
• President and members, thank you, Senator Hall, for bringing this resolution.
• Senate Resolution 723 by Hall.

Bills: SB27, SB30, SB293, HB4, HB2974, HB5138, SJR36, SJR50, SJR63, SCR12, SCR39, SB2023, SB62, SB666, SB847, SB284, SB854, SB810, SB1505, SB583, SB507, SB1434, SB1772, SB2016, SB1122, SB731, SB397, SB508, SB1436, SB287, SB1882, SB393, SB1791, SB209, SB2429, SB1085, SB1975, SB2717, SB1262, SB636, SB2056, SB884, SB1200, SB1845, SB2458, SB801, SB3014, SB3013, SB758, SB2797, SB2076, SB2876, SB1640, SB1449, SB1181, SB1234, SB2926, SB2841, SB1528, SB1854, SB317, SB1250, SB2082, SB1237, SB2819, SB629, SB2608, SB1602, SB2009, SB867, SB640, SB1698, SB2680, SB913, SB1071, SB1086, SB1087, SB1483, SB1444, SB1553, SB1556, SB1703, SB2133, SB2297, SB2298, SB2622, SB2955, SB2334, SB1367, SB2044, SB2363, SB2565, SB1888, SB3036, SB3057, SB3043, SB3063, SB3035, SB203, SB2688, SB2522, SB2459, SB2655, SB2251, SB1884, SB2928, SB2566, SB2549, SB2553, SB2919, SB1944, SB1232, SB1798, SB2603, SB2607, SB2683, SB1319, SB3045, SB3071, HB796, HB1523, HB5294, HB748, HB3395, HB180, HB3171, HB146, HB5596, HB5694, HB1135, HB3225, HB186, HB1449, HB3793, HB112, HB104, HB3336, HB3520, HB3320, HB5663, HB2399, HB111, HB3483, HB4580, HB3748, HB632, HB4730, HB5690, HB5689, HB3385, HB4359, HB5381, HB123, HB5606, HB1057, HB3664, HCR141, HCR40, HCR59

Keywords: judicial conduct, judges discipline, judicial compensation, retirement benefits, judicial transparency, SJR 50, constitutional amendment, Texas Constitution, Article VIII, securities tax, transaction tax, occupation tax, financial markets, broker-dealer, stock exchange, securities exchange, trading platform, clearing agency, transfer agent, FINRA

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• We were the first state in the nation, and I believe still the only state in the nation that's invested
• in public dollars in alternative... ...the nation, and I believe still the only state in the nation
• Our program is rated number one in the nation by Niche.com.
• Earlier, we have 15,000 students living in a residence hall.
• Our undergraduate residence hall community.

Summary: The Select Committee on Alternative Protein Innovation held its second informational hearing at UCLA, focusing on California’s alternative protein sector and the role of public institutions in expanding plant-based, fermentation, and cultivated protein options. Chair Ash Kalra opened by highlighting prior state investments in UC research centers, the importance of student engagement, and the hearing’s three panels: reducing the carbon footprint of institutional meals, addressing market challenges to scaling alternative proteins, and advancing future food research and workforce development. Assemblymember Isaac Bryan also briefly praised the committee’s work and its relevance to climate and health goals. The first panel featured Friends of the Earth, UCLA Dining, and the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health. Megan Jones described California school food efforts, including technical assistance and microgrants that helped districts expand plant-based meals, reduce water and carbon footprints, and improve student satisfaction. Pete Angelese explained how UCLA Dining uses concept-driven venues, sustainable purchasing, and marketing nudges to increase plant-forward choices, while Dr. Michelle Wood outlined Los Angeles County’s 2024–2025 board motions to expand plant-based options in county food venues and programs, including joining the World Resources Institute’s Cool Food Pledge. Committee members asked about costs, procurement, and how student and consumer behavior can be influenced. The second panel addressed market barriers to scaling alternative proteins. Zach Weston and Daniel Gertner emphasized that the sector faces a cost-and-scale trap, high capital needs, and financing gaps, and they recommended grants, tax credits, loan guarantees, procurement commitments, and workforce development. T.K. Pillen of Beyond Meat argued that the category has faced a recent downturn due to consumer skepticism, industry attacks on “fake meat,” and pricing pressures, and said the key to renewed growth is increasing demand through better taste, health, pricing, and messaging around “plant protein.” Panelists also discussed hidden subsidies and structural advantages for conventional animal agriculture, and committee members raised questions about iBank loan guarantees and supply chain challenges. The final panel highlighted UCLA’s research and training efforts. Dr. Amy Roet described the Future Food Fellows program, which trains students across disciplines in science, communication, leadership, and community-building, and supports research on scalable, safe, and nutritious alternative proteins. Corinne Smith shared her cultivated meat research and student leadership in the Alternative Proteins Project at UCLA. Dr. Janet Tomiyama presented consumer psychology findings showing that disgust, gender norms, and terminology strongly affect acceptance, with “plant protein” and “complementary proteins” testing better than “fake meat.” The hearing concluded with support for continued public investment, clearer messaging, and expanded education and workforce pipelines to help California remain a leader in alternative protein innovation.

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• In 2022 through 2023, CPI was 6.3%, and property tax collections increased by 12.3%.
• In 2020 through 2024, the CPI increased by 3.3%, and property tax collections increased by 13.9%.
• We should be doing that work in town halls. Statement in either direction.
• And maybe you'll do some town halls, and even when you're campaigning you will explain this.
• They simply cannot expand collections beyond what the tax-paying public can reasonably support.

Summary: The Senate took up Committee Substitute for Senate Joint Resolution 2F, a proposed constitutional amendment to expand homestead property tax relief, lower the assessment cap on non-homestead property from 10% to 5%, and limit county and municipal ad valorem tax revenues to specified uses. Senator Avila presented the measure as a major property tax reform intended to provide relief to homeowners and restrain local government spending, while opponents argued it would shift costs to fees, services, and state appropriations and could harm local budgets, public safety, schools, and other services. Several senators also raised concerns about the ballot language and the lack of a completed fiscal analysis. The chamber considered and rejected multiple amendments. Senator Sharif’s income-based “circuit breaker” amendment failed, as did Senator Smith’s sunset clause amendment and Senator Berman’s amendment to rewrite the ballot statement for greater accuracy. During questioning, Avila said the revised language was meant to preserve flexibility for local governments and that future legislatures could set implementing procedures and, if necessary, prohibit certain local expenditures by general law. He also confirmed that the proposal would not affect refinancing or portability, and said the measure would not prevent local governments from continuing to fund many services such as libraries, parks, animal control, code enforcement, mosquito control, public housing, county health departments, and elections. Debate on final passage was extensive. Supporters described the proposal as overdue relief for homeowners and a way to force local governments to prioritize spending, while critics called it a risky tax shift that could reduce local revenue by billions and force cuts or higher fees. Some senators emphasized concerns about public safety funding, mental health and social services, and the accuracy of the ballot summary; others argued the measure would give voters a chance to decide on property tax reform. After debate, the resolution was rolled over for third reading and the Senate continued discussion, but the transcript provided does not include a final vote on the joint resolution.

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• One of the things that makes Texas great is our collective story.
• He took 22 national championships away from women.
• Masters Swim Spring National Championship regarding their trans athletes.
• Collectively, Texas was home to 470 of these schools, primarily funded by donations.
• This is a nation for dessert lovers.

Bills: HB370, HB738, HB2935, HB3227, HB4103, HB5259, SB519, SB1350, SB1247, SB1248, SB2112, HCR81, HCR83, HCR84, HCR59, HCR109, HCR111, HCR135, SCR6

Keywords: HB 370, Events Trust Fund, Texas events funding, sports eligibility, women's sports, girls' sports, biological sex, transgender athletes, sex-segregated sports, athletic competition, event subsidies, tourism funding, site selection organization, anti-trafficking plan, female athletes, public funding, economic impact, sports policy, Rosenwald Schools, historical preservation

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• Representative Hall? Here. Representative Hockman Vigil? Representative Martinez? Speaker Martinez?
• Representative Hall: Yes. Representative Hochman Vigil: Yes. Representative Martinez: No.
• Our history as a nation is littered with failures of the judicial system.
• Seconded by Representative Hall. Would you please call the roll, Madam Chair?
• Representative Hall: No. Representative Hochman Vigil: Yes. Representative Martinez: No.

Bills: SB38, SB17, SB41, SB264

Keywords: SB38, pet food, registered pet food, registration fee, fees, sunset repeal, repeal of repeal, revenue, state fee, business regulation, animal feed, pet food registration, New Mexico, gun control, firearm safety, dealer regulation, illegal trade, background checks, sexual crimes, statute of limitations