Transcript Highlights:

• <00:02:55.760> account<00:02:56.760> the restitution account the restitution account the
• scams but a Consumer Fraud restitution scams but a Consumer Fraud restitution fund<00:10:47.639>
• this increased chance of restitution this increased chance of restitution defrauded<00:11:04.160
• meet some of them today to receive restitution funds.
• meet some of them today to receive restitution funds.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

Transcript Highlights:

• Um uh matters relating to restitution.
• > inmates<01:08:36.319> and we collect restitution for inmates and we collect restitution
• ,<01:08:52.680> as uh obligated to collect restitution, as uh obligated to collect restitution
• We restitution collection to victims.
• the clients are not paying restitution the clients are not paying restitution because<01:14:47.720

Bills: SB2041

Keywords: land court, real property, legal documents, bureau of conveyances, judicial confirmation, property registration, working group, Hawaii Revised Statutes, reform, 912, senate, all

Summary: The committees heard SB 2041, which would repeal the Land Court, transfer its functions to the Bureau of Conveyances, and create a working group to recommend implementation. DLNR and Judiciary stood on their written testimony, while Realtors supported the bill and one testifier raised concerns about the loss of judicial authority, title disputes, adverse possession, and possible effects on Kuleana lands. Members questioned whether property could be deregistered and what the legal consequences would be, and the Bureau of Conveyances said deregistration is already available but burdensome. The committees ultimately recommended passage with amendments, and the measure was adopted by both committees. The Judiciary Committee then heard SB 2247, which restricts certain governor-appointed, Senate-confirmed executive branch employees from participating in campaign fundraising. The State Ethics Commission and Campaign Spending Commission supported the bill as a way to curb pay-to-play concerns and the appearance of undue influence, and several advocacy and civic groups also testified in support, with one person opposing. The committee agreed to amend the bill so the restrictions apply only after confirmation and continue until the person leaves the covered position. The committee voted to pass SB 2247 with amendments. Finally, the Judiciary Committee heard SB 2143, which would make the Attorney General the interim Chief Election Officer if that office becomes vacant until the Elections Commission appoints a replacement. Supporters argued the bill would provide continuity, prevent delays in certifying election results, and protect election integrity; opponents argued it would politicize the office, create a conflict of interest, and was unnecessary because current law already provides a process for filling vacancies. Testimony was extensive and sharply divided, with many speakers on both sides. The transcript provided does not include a final vote or action on SB 2143.

Transcript Highlights:

• Uh, the proposal will establish a consumer restitution account.
• The proposal will establish a consumer restitution account, limited to no more than $1 million in any
• as well and the um uh the restitution as well and and<00:30:25.519> it<00:30:26.159> um
• <00:35:18.040> dollars saying 50% of any restitution dollars saying 50% of any restitution
• to restitute them, and we've gotten in those cases.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

Transcript Highlights:

• , ordering some restitution, ordering some restitution, uh<00:09:39.760> but<00:09:39.920>
• through as opposed to the restitution through as opposed to the restitution process<00:14:19.240
• <00:18:25.640> would was likely that restitution would was likely that restitution would probably
• would likely get the with restitution would likely get the restitution,<00:18:37.120> and<00:
• <00:18:47.320> that's<00:18:47.560> taken it's restitution that's taken it's restitution

Keywords: 1183, house

Transcript Highlights:

• the last five years alone they have recovered over $53 million in civil penalties and criminal restitution
• In that same time, our unit has won $53 million in restitution and recoveries from fraudsters.
• but as our medical assistant restitution but as our medical assistant budget<00:01:26.600> grows<
• <00:04:12.480> and units won 53 million in restitution and units won 53 million in restitution
• and restitution you combine that<00:10:27.760> with<00:10:27.880> the<00:10:28.040>

Keywords: 1183, house

Transcript Highlights:

• <00:41:11.839> criminal<00:41:12.160> restitution through the criminal restitution
• restitution restitution uh<00:42:41.599> opportunity.
• terms of restitution terms of restitution with<00:42:54.400> additional<00:42:54.880>
• of criminal restitution. of criminal restitution.
• And that includes restitution.

Keywords: 981, all

Summary: The House convened with a quorum, approved the corrected journal, and heard several announcements about upcoming committee meetings, events at the Capitol, and recognitions, including Music Therapy Day, Black History Month activities, adoptable puppies, and a Colorado Agricultural Forum. Members also celebrated Representative Story’s birthday and recognized the Scientific and Cultural Facilities District (SCFD) for its long-running support of arts, culture, science access, and economic impact in Colorado. The House adopted Senate Joint Resolution 12, designating February 20, 2026, as Colorado FFA Day, by a vote of 64-1 with one excused. The chamber then moved to special orders for several bills. The first major bill considered was House Bill 1017, which would prohibit insurers from receiving criminal restitution unless they are direct victims. Sponsors argued the bill prioritizes human victims, prevents restitution from becoming an unpayable burden on low-income defendants, and clarifies the law in response to court concerns and stakeholder feedback. Opponents argued it would shift costs to taxpayers and policyholders and could increase civil litigation and insurance premiums. An amendment, L005, was adopted to clarify the bill’s scope, and the bill then passed as amended. The House also took up House Bill 114, concerning minimum lot size and local land-use rules. An amendment, L002, was offered to prohibit certain local lot frontage, setback, open-space, or coverage requirements that would effectively prevent construction of a single-family home on a 2,000-square-foot residential lot. Supporters framed the measure as protecting housing access, while opponents argued it would override local land-use decision-making and public hearing processes. The transcript ends during debate on a substitute motion related to the amendment, before final action on House Bill 114 is shown.

Transcript Highlights:

• or eliminate restitution or court ordered debt.
• They're looking to recover restitution to make them whole.
• , to prioritize restitution, rather than things like an NFL ticket package.
• . ...hanging over their heads, my experience is that they pay restitution.
• So restitution is completely different from fines and fees.

Summary: The committee first approved prior minutes and announced several bills were being held at sponsors’ request, including HB 4117 and several House concurrent resolutions. It then heard HB 2811, which would expand obstructing governmental operations to include knowingly hindering a lawful arrest by a third party and make it a felony. Supporters, including a county attorney’s office representative, argued it would close a loophole and protect officers during arrests; opponents from criminal defense and civil liberties groups said it duplicated existing resisting arrest and hindering prosecution laws and could chill First Amendment activity such as filming police. After debate over prosecutorial discretion and constitutional concerns, the committee recommended HB 2811 do pass by a 3-2 vote with one member not voting. The committee next considered HB 2665, a “Cade’s Law” proposal to treat intentionally providing advice or encouragement through directed online communication to a minor to die by suicide as manslaughter. The sponsor and family members of suicide victims described the bill as a response to social media-driven encouragement of self-harm and urged stronger accountability. The bill drew no opposition testimony in the excerpt and passed with a 6-0 vote, with one member not voting. The committee then heard HB 2857, allowing ADCRR to store inmate medical records electronically and dispose of paper copies, which passed 5-1 after testimony from the department’s medical provider about space and efficiency. HB 2226 followed, requiring courts to ask about veteran status at initial appearance, notify prosecutors, and connect veterans with Arizona Department of Veterans Services and treatment or diversion options; an amendment shifted the notice duty from prosecutors to courts. The sponsor and veterans’ advocates said the bill would help identify veterans with PTSD or other needs and reduce recidivism, and the committee adopted the amendment and passed the bill unanimously, 6-0. The committee then took up HB 2168, which would require county board approval before the Attorney General could bring a public nuisance abatement action in superior court. The sponsor argued the AG had overreached in cases involving a dairy, an aluminum plant, and a rail line, while opponents said the bill would weaken statewide enforcement and protect corporate polluters; the bill passed 3-2 with two not voting. Finally, the committee heard HB 2966, which would bar early termination of lifetime probation for dangerous crimes against children and apply that restriction retroactively. Supporters framed it as protecting children and ensuring offenders serve full probation terms, while survivors, defense attorneys, and the Sex Offender Management Board’s concerns were cited in opposition, with critics warning about loss of judicial discretion, constitutional issues, and reduced incentives for compliance. The bill passed 4-2 with one not voting. The last item in the excerpt was HCR 2001, a voter referral measure to end early voting on the Friday before Election Day, require government-issued ID for voting, and prohibit foreign contributions; an amendment removed the early-voting cutoff and some ID-related provisions while adding on-site tabulation language and other changes. The sponsor argued it would improve election security and speed results, while counties and other opponents raised cost, implementation, and access concerns, especially around on-site tabulation and mail voting. The testimony portion of HCR 2001 was underway when the excerpt ended.

Transcript Highlights:

• project um that also run a restitution project um that collects<00:58:00.319> restitution<00:
• <00:58:07.359> victim<00:58:07.680> restitution We did a report, “Restitution Victim
• Most of the restitution, over half of the restitution owed in the state I will basically summarize here
• Most of the restitution, over half of the restitution owed in the state I will basically summarize here
• Most of the restitution, over half of the restitution owed in the state have any figures on a restitution

Keywords: 910, house, all

Summary: The committee heard opening remarks and ground rules from Chair David Tarnas, including a request for two-minute testimony limits, clear speaking, Zoom etiquette, and respectful conduct. The first measure taken up was HB 2062, relating to gun violence prevention, which would appropriate funds for enforcement of gun violence protective orders and for public awareness campaigns. Judiciary submitted written testimony recommending technical changes to clarify that it does not enforce laws and instead should be funded for personnel to process temporary restraining orders and gun violence protective orders; the Department of Law Enforcement supported the bill and said it is well positioned to conduct public education. Support also came from county and advocacy witnesses, including Moms Demand Action, Giffords Gun Owners for Safety, HGEA, and a retired police officer, while opposition testimony argued the measure raises due process and Fifth Amendment concerns and that education, not enforcement, should be the focus. The chair noted 37 testimonies in support, 103 in opposition, and three comments; no vote was taken in the portion provided. Testimony on HB 2062 emphasized both public safety and constitutional concerns. Supporters described the bill as a way to increase awareness of an existing legal tool, prevent suicides and shootings, and help law enforcement and the public understand gun violence protective orders. Opponents, including gun owners and firearms groups, argued that red flag laws can be abused, lack due process, and should not be expanded through state funding. A county neighborhood safety witness suggested an amendment to allow public, private, and nonprofit consultants to assist with training and implementation. Members asked a few questions, but the agencies with written testimony were not present, so the chair referred members to their submissions. The committee then moved to HB 2061, relating to firearms, which appropriates money for the state gun buyback program and requires at least two buyback events in each county. Written support was noted from the Department of Law Enforcement, Hawaii County Council, the County of Kauai Prosecuting Attorney, and the Hawaii State Association of Counties, with the latter emphasizing that buybacks are voluntary prevention tools that can reduce risk before crises escalate. Opposition came from the Mid-Pacific Pistol League, SDM Training Group/Bows and Bullets, and others; one witness argued buybacks are ineffective, costly, and can be vulnerable to misuse or black-market diversion, and suggested a year-round surrender option instead. The committee heard additional support from a retired police officer and from a gun violence survivor with Students Demand Action, but no final action or vote was taken in the excerpt provided.

Transcript Highlights:

• It has been largely ineffective in obtaining restitution awards.
• The restitution recovery fund, I’m a little, still a little off with.
• So it’s restitution assistance to aggrieved investors who are awarded restitution in a final order issued
• That would go to the restitution fund.” “How does that work?
• They would flow to the restitution fund.

Keywords: 959, house, all

Summary: The committee first took a roll call and then opened a hearing on Senate Bill 1087, which Senator Joe Nicola said was intended to improve public safety and municipal court compliance without undoing prior municipal court reforms. He explained that the bill would expand limited driving privileges for worship and essential errands, and would require license suspension after repeated failures to appear or pay for minor moving violations after notice. Committee members and witnesses debated whether the bill gave too much discretion or too much leeway, and whether the notice-and-suspension process was clear enough. Supporters, including officials from Independence, O’Fallon, and the Missouri Municipal League, said failure-to-appear rates are high, citations and court appearances have dropped, and municipalities need stronger tools to encourage compliance and reduce dangerous driving. Opponents argued the bill would restore a punitive system that can trap low-income drivers, create confusion over notices and address changes, and potentially lead to unfair suspensions or insurance consequences. A public advocate testified that municipal courts had become a “cash cow” before prior reforms and warned against expanding penalties and driving restrictions, especially for minor offenses. Supporters countered that the bill still preserves reforms for indigent defendants and non-moving violations, while giving courts a practical enforcement mechanism. No final action was taken on SB 1087 during the hearing. The committee then moved into executive session and considered several House bills. It reconsidered and then approved House Bill 2288 by a 10-5 vote. It also adopted a substitute and passed House Bill 3006 by a 13-1 vote, passed House Bill 2289 by a 10-3 vote, and passed House Bill 2906 by a 13-1 vote after adopting an amendment. Later, the committee heard House Bill 3491, which would codify English-language proficiency and related requirements for commercial driver’s licenses, impose penalties on drivers and motor carriers, and address non-domiciled licenses and notification issues. Representative Don Mayhew and a Lincoln County prosecutor described a recent Highway 61 crash involving a CDL holder who could not communicate in English and said the bill would help remove unsafe drivers from Missouri roads; some members questioned whether the bill was redundant with federal rules and whether its language was too broad or reactive.

Transcript Highlights:

• I'm pleased to report that the AGO has begun the process of distributing restitution to consumers, the
• I'm pleased to report that the AGO has begun the process of distributing restitution to consumers, the
• to the Consumer Protection Restitution to the Consumer Protection Restitution Fund,<00:25:44.440
• <00:26:09.080> to process of distributing restitution to process of distributing restitution
• ,<00:26:38.960> in the longest to receive restitution, in the longest to receive restitution

Keywords: 918, senate, all

Summary: The committee heard public testimony on a health insurance/home care nursing provision and on other consumer protection items. Nick Keis and Emily Walters, both parents of medically complex children, testified that commercial health plans had recently begun capping home care nursing as if it were intermittent home health visits, which they said was contrary to Minnesota law and legislative intent dating to 2010. They described severe impacts on their families, including hospitalizations, loss of nursing coverage, strain on waiver budgets, and the risk of children being forced out of the home and into institutions. Representative Bierman echoed that the bill was a straightforward clarification of existing law, not a new mandate or added cost, and a staff member later cited the statutory definition of home care nursing as ongoing, continuous nursing services that cannot be met through intermittent or visit-based care. The committee also discussed the practical difference between home health visits and private duty/home care nursing, with testimony emphasizing that the latter is medically necessary, assessed, and not unlimited in practice. Laura Sales of the Minnesota Attorney General’s Office testified on changes to the Consumer Protection Restitution Fund (CIPRA). She said the fund has begun distributing restitution, starting with consumers harmed by the closure of Woodbury Dental Arts, but that current statutory language limits the office’s flexibility to prorate payments. She asked for an amendment allowing the AGO to distribute available funds more equitably so more eligible consumers can receive some payment, rather than requiring full payment to the oldest claims first. Annette Meeks, representing Citizens Against Gambling Expansion, testified in support of banning sweepstakes gambling in the Commerce Committee omnibus report. She argued that online sweepstakes casinos are an illegal gray-market form of gambling, cited rapid growth and billions in revenue, and said other states have acted through enforcement and legislation to stop them. She urged the committee to include language from Senate File 4474 to clarify state law and prohibit sweepstakes gambling. No votes were taken in the portion of the meeting shown; members mainly asked questions and received testimony.

Transcript Highlights:

• restitution from 2019 to 2025. restitution from 2019 to 2025.
• for restitution. for restitution.
• in this restitution account. in this restitution account.
• And if we go with restitution, we're telling people go out and get people to get restitution.
• get restitution. get restitution.

Bills: HF4338

Keywords: human services, medical assistance, Medicaid, provider enrollment, provider revalidation, fraud prevention, program integrity, background study, background check, fingerprinting, licensing, license revocation, payment withholding, payment suspension, prepayment review, postpayment review, surety bond, compliance training, case management, targeted case management

Transcript Highlights:

• Well, was there any kind of restitution made? Why did they not...
• Again, my question is, is restitution made at all? Are they paying anything back?
• Again, my question is, is restitution made at all? Are they paying anything back?
• And if we can't have any input in that, we want restitution to be paid.
• But I can say for the 28, we all want the restitution.

Summary: The committee first approved the minutes from the prior meeting and then heard several audit-related reports. The executive committee report noted audit and special reports were scheduled for standing committees and the full Legislative Joint Audit Committee, with one requested report still in progress. The City, County, and Local report covered delinquent private water and sewer audits, reinstatement of turnback funds for entities that filed required reports, and action involving the town of Daisy, which was directed to repay misused street funds at 10% of general fund revenue annually. The education and state agencies reports included higher education audits and state agency findings, with some reports filed and others deferred to the February meeting for additional information or corrective-action details. The committee then took up a special audit of the Charles W. Donaldson Scholars Academy at UA Little Rock. Legislative Audit reported that the program, funded with $10 million in desegregation money plus a $50,000 grant, awarded $1.87 million in scholarships to 379 students, with 116 graduates, but found numerous eligibility and disbursement problems, including scholarships to ineligible students, excessive awards, improper documentation, and unclear disposition of some assets. Committee members questioned UALR representatives about oversight, staffing, and whether funds were properly used, and also heard from Philander Smith College about its limited role in verifying enrollment. Members expressed concern about the program’s results and the lack of detail on accountability, and the committee voted to table the report until the next meeting for further review and requested additional information, including the federal court order and more detail on expenditures and oversight. Finally, the committee reviewed the annual disposition report on matters referred to prosecutors and the Attorney General for 2024. Staff said 164 matters were referred, with 28 resulting in criminal charges and convictions, 39 still under review, 96 not charged, and others dismissed or pending; 20 convictions produced fines, restitution, and audit-cost orders, and bond trust fund claims were paid in some cases. Prosecutor Coordinator and Attorney General representatives explained that some referrals do not meet criminal standards, may lack intent, or are otherwise not prosecutable, and members asked for more standardized reporting, clearer explanations of why cases are not charged, and more information on restitution efforts. The committee discussed possible templates, training, and better coordination, then voted to file the report and adjourned, with the next meeting set for February 12, 2026.

Transcript Highlights:

• So this is increasing the restitution fees to something more reasonable in today's economy for restitution
• It's not an option for the judge to decide no restitution anymore.
• c> the judge to decide no restitution the judge to decide no restitution anymore<01:03:41.920> they
• In the restitution, are you responsible for collecting that, or the courts?
• <01:15:32.400> would it yes would it would restitution would it yes would it would restitution

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

Transcript Highlights:

• I think they tried to craft some language to ensure that restitution was not included.
• , to allow this program to then pay out the restitution to victims, so allowing them to utilize that
• Thank you very much. reimbursement does in fact cover reimbursement does in fact cover restitution<01
• or does not with suggestion restitution or does not with suggestion would<01:08:48.880> be<01
• <01:09:38.400> for program from paying restitution for program from paying restitution for

Keywords: 910, house, all

Summary: The committee heard testimony on several measures related to housing, homelessness, caregiving, and tax relief. On HB 431, which appropriates funds for the CAL initiative and HHFDC, the Department of Human Services supported the bill and noted the Governor’s request for $50 million per year for HMS, the need for more permanent supportive housing, and a technical issue with establishing a special fund in session law. The Statewide Office on Homelessness and Housing Solutions strongly supported the measure, describing it as unprecedented funding for CAL projects and linking it to goals of reducing homelessness and expanding housing inventory. Catholic Charities Hawaii, the ACLU of Hawaii, and the Reimagining Public Safety in Hawaii Coalition also supported the bill, emphasizing permanent supportive housing, diversion from jail, and public safety benefits. The chair redirected one testifier to stay on the measure when testimony drifted to another program. Written support was also noted from several organizations and agencies. The committee then heard HB 225 on squatting. DHS said it appreciated the intent and deferred to the Attorney General and task force members, while noting that outreach on public lands differs from private land, where owner consent is required. The Office of the Public Defender supported the bill and wanted a voice in finding a solution. The Statewide Office on Homelessness and Housing Solutions also said it supported the intent, while opposition from the Kingdom of the Hawaiian Islands and support from one individual were noted. For HB 280, which would make the community outreach court permanent and appropriate funds, the Judiciary strongly supported the bill, describing the court as a mobile, community-based program serving vulnerable populations and connecting participants to services. The Office of the Public Defender also supported the measure, saying the program has helped people move off the streets and into stable housing and that permanent funding would allow expansion. Written support from the Hawaii Substance Abuse Coalition was noted. The committee then moved to HB 71, creating a refundable family caregiver tax credit, where the Department of Taxation provided comments, the Executive Office on Aging and AARP Hawaii supported the measure, and the Tax Foundation of Hawaii raised concerns about duplication with an existing dependent care credit and the lack of incentives for cost control. The committee next heard HB 753, which would increase the applicable percentage for the household and dependent care services tax credit. Support came from the Executive Office on Aging, Catholic Charities Hawaii, AARP Hawaii, and Hawaii Children’s Action Network, while the Tax Foundation again raised technical concerns about complexity and administration but noted the bill adds guardrails against abuse. No votes were taken during the portion of the hearing provided.

Transcript Highlights:

• say that any other retirement plan administered by the Retirement System of Alabama used to pay restitution
• <00:23:02.320> to<00:23:02.559> the Alabama used to pay restitution to the Alabama
• used to pay restitution to the public<00:23:02.960> agency<00:23:03.840> institution<00
• be held and you and therefore<00:23:14.960> used<00:23:15.280> as<00:23:15.440> restitution
• <00:23:16.720> I'll therefore used as restitution. I'll therefore used as restitution.

Bills: HB44, HB400, HB444, HB487, SB249, SB252, SB58, HB44, HB400, HB444, HB487, SB249, SB252, SB58

Keywords: teachers retirement, credit purchase, St. Clair County, DAY Program, pension reform, dental insurance, benefit rollover, healthcare, insurance policy, annual maximum, HB444, vaccines, vaccine exemption, religious exemption, religious liberty, private school, church school, faith-based school, parochial school, school immunization

Transcript Highlights:

• The fund is supported by disgorgement recoveries and can only be used for victim restitution.
• As a result, when funds are available, restitution cannot be distributed timely.
• of consumer fraud. to allow for timely restitution to victims of consumer fraud.
• As a result, when funds are available, restitution cannot be distributed timely.
• As a result, when funds are available, restitution cannot be distributed timely.

Keywords: 988, house, all

Transcript Highlights:

• Chairman and members, Senate Bill 1666 relates to the payment of restitution by a person released on
• , whether TDCJ or a parole panel ordered the restitution, and...
• Restitution, whether TDCJ or a parole panel ordered the restitution, and transfer the unclaimed payments
• payments, and eliminate the requirement for TDCJ to provide a record of prior restitution payments made
• It restores the restitution money that they have lost in trying to get property back.

Summary: The committee heard and laid out a series of criminal justice bills, with public and invited testimony on restitution, juvenile justice, child abuse reporting, public-safety protections, organ trafficking, property fraud, disaster-response worker protections, fentanyl exposure, emergency data disclosure, insurance-fraud investigations, blood warrant execution, human smuggling, and TJJD advocacy access. Several measures drew support from prosecutors, clerks, law enforcement, utility companies, and victims who described real-world harms and delays in current law; opposition or caution came from civil-rights and advocacy groups on bills involving expanded criminal liability, data disclosure, and juvenile-facility access. Most bills were left pending after testimony, with the committee later voting out SB 127 favorably and placing it on the local and uncontested calendar. SB 1666 would streamline restitution payments for parole or mandatory supervision cases by requiring TDCJ to include victim information when forwarding payments, shortening the period before unclaimed funds go to the Crime Victims’ Compensation Fund, and clarifying confidentiality and contact procedures; county clerks supported it as an efficiency measure. SB 2776 would let TJJD disclose certain information, with written consent, to support the Credible Messengers Program, and SB 127 would extend limitations periods for failure-to-report child abuse and concealment offenses, with testimony emphasizing delayed discovery of abuse and the need for accountability. SB 1980 would increase penalties for assaulting or interfering with peace officers, parole officers, and community supervision officers, and SB 456 would raise penalties for organ purchasing/trafficking and create a more specific criminal framework for the offense; both drew strong support from law enforcement and victims. The committee also heard SB 2611 on real property theft and deed fraud, which would create separate offenses for real property theft and fraud, add a ten-year limitations period, require criminal judgments to be filed in county property records, and expand restitution and title-clearing remedies. Witnesses described forged deeds, stolen church and family properties, and long, costly efforts to restore title; county clerks and prosecutors said the bill would help victims and streamline civil remedies. SB 482 would increase penalties for offenses against utility workers during declared disasters or evacuation orders, prompted by reports of threats and assaults during Hurricane Beryl; utility representatives said the bill is needed to keep mutual-aid crews coming to Texas. SB 1234 would add fentanyl to the endangerment statute for vulnerable people, while SB 816 would allow providers to disclose electronic data in immediate life-threatening situations; both drew support from prosecutors and criticism from civil-rights advocates concerned about overbreadth and liability protections.

Transcript Highlights:

• Eighteen defendants were ordered to pay restitution totaling just under $789,000, and five defendants
• Well, was there any kind of restitution made? Why did they not choose...
• I mean, I had made several notes in here: well, was there any kind of restitution made?
• But again, my question is: is restitution made at all? Are they paying anything back?
• And if we can't have any input in that, we want restitution to be paid.

Keywords: 1204, all

Transcript Highlights:

• SB 1378 permits a court to order restitution in cases of a standard leaving-the-scene accident.
• Right now, it's forbidden to get restitution through a leaving-the-scene case.
• This legislation gives the court discretion to support the restitution.
• At all right now, unless you hit someone and cause injury, then restitution can work because you can
• Before a court is authorized to order restitution for specific damage.

Summary: The committee met with a quorum present and heard a series of transportation-related bills, most of which were reported favorably. SB 532 would exempt 100% disabled veterans from paying Florida tolls. SB 1738 would allow certain counties that previously opted out of transportation concurrency to opt back in by maintaining current levels of service, though there were concerns about congestion and future growth. SB 1696 aimed to reduce transportation network company driver impersonation, allow transit authorities to contract with ride-share platforms, and permit those platforms to participate in state-funded paratransit trips. SB 1378, as amended, would allow courts to order restitution in standard leaving-the-scene crashes; the amendment made restitution discretionary and required that the driver caused or contributed to the crash. SB 1210 would increase penalties for red-light and stop-sign crashes and require bodily injury insurance for drivers who cause such crashes. SB 1820, via strike-all amendment, addressed dealer-manufacturer relations by requiring written explanations of performance measures, prohibiting retaliation against dealers asserting statutory rights, and limiting franchise termination or nonrenewal to substantial breaches. SB 1246 created a specialty license plate for safe coastal wildlife, with proceeds going to the Zoo Miami Foundation for conservation work and an amendment allowing up to 10% for administrative and marketing costs. The committee also considered SB 574, which would allow Florida residents with Purple Heart license plates to pass tolls free of charge; the bill was amended to change the plate reference to a specialty plate and was reported favorably. SB 1662, the FDOT department bill, was substantially revised by strike-all amendment covering a wide range of transportation issues, including USF’s role in the Florida Transportation Research Institute Consortium, Florida Transportation Commission provisions, seaport and airport-related changes, strategic space infrastructure, sewer lines in rights of way, small county road assistance, aggregate supply chain programs, and Jacksonville Transportation Authority board appointments. Testimony on SB 1662 included support from USF and the Florida Public Transportation Association, which raised concerns about added oversight and bureaucracy for transit systems. Most bills received support from affected stakeholders, and several were amended before final favorable votes. Roll calls were taken on each measure, and all of the listed bills were reported favorably by the committee. At the end of the meeting, senators requested to be recorded as voting in the affirmative on several bills, and the committee adjourned after a brief personal privilege remark from Chair Collins.

Transcript Highlights:

• <00:04:32.560> for million in judgments and restitution for million in judgments and restitution
• Subdivision 6, which is at page 3, line 22, creates a restitution provision.
• This is an expansion of the typical restitution authority in law.
• Chair, that's all the walkthrough of the amendment. typical restitution authority in law. typical restitution
• for certain offenses that restitution for certain offenses that were<00:18:04.559> committed<

Keywords: 1183, house