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• We need fewer pork project gifts to politically favored districts.
• Gifts to politically favored districts.
• That commitment may not have been well reported, perhaps not...
• On June 11, it was reported from committee as a committee substitute.
• The document reads like, ...report, then maybe we have a bigger problem.

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• HB Number 908 by Spiller relating to the reporting by law enforcement agencies of missing children to
• Disadvantaged counties report the subcommittee on Transportation funding.
• HB 4878 by Ocock relating to the reporting regarding the confinement in Texas Department of Criminal
• AG 4896 by Garcia Bear relating to the rules and reports related to the brackish water on ground.
• HB 4928 by Tinder Holt relating to the reporting of child abuse or neglect refer to the Committee on

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• understand it, you're increasing the number of individuals or businesses that will be required to report
• But we had two casinos that reported, I believe, that they made $0. And we...
• But we had two casinos that reported, I believe, that they made $0.
• Yet they're reporting they made no money because they can give unlimited free play away, whatever they
• The casinos are saying they're making $0 right now, reporting profit of $0.

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• governor and the governor would report governor and the governor would report to<00:10:46.680>
• 87 counties had results reported by 10:30 p.m., and 76 counties had results reported by midnight for
• How many times in the last... reported and share in the goal of reported and share in the goal of eliminating
• of precincts reporting when percentage of precincts reporting when there<01:04:12.400> are<01
• their document but they have reports their document but they have reports that<01:09:57.679>

Keywords: 1183, house

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• It simplifies the reporting by taxpayers.
• But it also simplifies the reporting of information because a lot of information that is reported to
• That's a huge gift.
• And so we present that trip report.
• I'm here to report that that's kind of what we're doing.

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• Committee report adopted. Mr.
• Committee report adopted.
• Adoption of a favorable committee report for Senate Bill 3.
• Yes, I have a committee report adopted. Mr.
• If you would get a report back in the metro court, the judge would see that report, Mr.

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• convince them to commit a financial crime or theft through swindle, to go grab, you know, $20,000 and gift
• 37.560> and and to go grab grab you know $20,000 and and to go grab grab you know $20,000 and gift
• :38.599> Target<00:08:39.599> and<00:08:39.800> so<00:08:40.279> those gift
• cards at Target and so those gift cards at Target and so those threats<00:08:40.800> are<00:08

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• And by your vote, Senate Bill 488 will be reported favorably. Senator Massulo, nice job.
• And by your vote, Senate Bill 124 will be reported favorably. Thank you.
• You're an incredibly gifted, gifted legislator.
• And senators, by your vote, show CS for Senate Bill 382 will be reported favorably. Ms.
• And senators, by your vote, CS for Senate Bill 656 will be reported favorably.

Summary: The Committee on Fiscal Policy met with a quorum present and took up a full agenda of bills, beginning with agency and records measures from Senator Massullo. SB 488, the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles agency package, would update reporting thresholds for crashes, expand DHSMV’s use of email for certain transactions, and align tank vehicle definitions with federal rules; it was reported favorably. Its companion, SB 490, creates a public records exemption for certain email records and also passed favorably. The committee also approved SB 892, revising enhanced sentencing procedures for repeat offenders, and SB 124, which cleans up outdated Florida Virtual School language without changing day-to-day operations. Later, SB 584 on commercial driving schools, SB 656 codifying the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force and related grant program, and SB 816 establishing the University of Florida Diabetes Institute in statute all passed favorably as well. The most extensive debate centered on SB 216, which would tighten reemployment assistance eligibility by adding job-search requirements, interview attendance rules, identity and immigration verification every two weeks, and fraud-reporting duties for the Department of Commerce. Senator McLean argued the bill targets fraud and improves program integrity, while opponents and several members raised concerns about fiscal impact, administrative burden, and reduced access for unemployed workers, especially seniors and rural residents. Dr. Rich Templin of the Florida AFL-CIO testified against the bill, warning it could sharply reduce recipiency and worsen an already restrictive system. Despite opposition, the bill was reported favorably on a divided roll call. The committee also approved CS/SB 382 on electric bicycles, which requires riders to yield to pedestrians on shared pathways, sound an audible signal before passing, and limits speed near pedestrians; it also creates a task force to study further regulation. Michelle Lynch, whose son was killed in an e-scooter crash, testified in support of broader safety rules and urged the committee to add e-scooters back into the bill. Several members echoed concerns about e-scooter safety and asked for further work, but the bill advanced favorably. At the end of the meeting, members requested to be recorded on specific tabs, and the committee adjourned without further business.

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• And by your vote, Senate Bill 124 will be reported favorably. Thank you.
• You're an incredibly gifted, gifted legislator.
• And senators, by your vote, show CS for Senate Bill 382 will be reported favorably. Ms.
• And senators, by your vote, CS for Senate Bill 584 will be reported favorably.
• And senators, by your vote, CS for Senate Bill 656 will be reported favorably.

Bills: S0124, S0216, S0382, S0488, S0490, S0524, S0584, S0656, S0816, S0892, S1156

Keywords: Florida Virtual School, FLVS, virtual school, online education, distance learning, K-12 education, public school choice, charter-like franchise, student enrollment priorities, home education, homeschool, military families, active duty military, rural schools, inner-city schools, accelerated graduation, education technology, supplemental funding, direct-support organization, foundation

Summary: The Committee on Fiscal Policy met and first postponed SB 524 and SB 1156. It then heard and favorably reported several bills, including SB 488 and SB 490 by Sen. Massullo, which update Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles procedures, raise the crash-reporting threshold, expand email use, and create a related public-records exemption. The committee also favorably reported SB 892 by Sen. Martin on enhanced sentencing for repeat offenders, SB 124 by Sen. Rodriguez updating Florida Virtual School statutes, and SB 584 by Sen. Yarbrough strengthening oversight of commercial driving schools and tax collector authority. SB 656 by Sen. Bradley, codifying the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force and related grant program, and SB 816 by Sen. Bradley, formally establishing the University of Florida Diabetes Institute, also passed unanimously or near-unanimously. The most extensive debate centered on SB 216 by Sen. McLean, which would tighten unemployment assistance eligibility by adding job-search requirements, more frequent verification, and fraud-reporting measures. Supporters argued the bill would reduce fraud and improve program integrity, while opponents from labor groups and several senators warned it would burden claimants, especially rural residents, seniors, and workers facing layoffs, and could sharply reduce access to benefits. Despite those objections, the committee reported the bill favorably on a divided vote. The committee also considered CS/SB 382 by Sen. Truenow on electric bicycles, requiring riders to yield to pedestrians, sound an audible signal before passing, and limit speed near pedestrians, while creating a task force to study broader regulation of e-bikes and related devices. A mother whose son was killed on an electric scooter urged the committee to restore scooters to the bill, and several members expressed support for further work on that issue. The committee reported the bill favorably. At the end of the meeting, members recorded additional affirmative votes on selected tabs, and the committee adjourned.

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• Reports of committees will be deemed read and amendments deemed adopted.
• Just wanted to point out that on your desk you have small gift bags, and while they are very small gift
• So please enjoy the gifts. Thank you. Okay, members, we're moving on to file item number four.

Summary: The Assembly met after a quorum call and opened with a prayer, a Father’s Day reflection, and a moment of silence for the victims of the Minnesota lawmaker shooting. Members then moved through guest introductions recognizing student legislative programs, Black conservation leaders, interns, and first responders, including an off-duty firefighter who saved a driver’s life. The chamber also heard multiple adjournment-in-memory tributes, most notably for former Senator and Los Angeles Councilman Nate Holden, whose civil rights and housing discrimination work was highlighted, along with tributes to Stephen Golden Kranz, Emily Carpenter, and Doug Kranwinkel. On the Daily File, the Assembly adopted ACR 90, Assembly Member Gibson’s resolution recognizing Juneteenth. The measure drew strong support from multiple caucuses, including the Latino, Jewish, LGBTQ, Women’s, and AAPI caucuses, with members emphasizing Juneteenth’s historical significance, the legacy of slavery, and the continuing need to combat racism and inequality. The resolution was adopted by voice vote after 66 co-authors were added. The Assembly also adopted ACR 92, Assembly Member Mark Gonzalez’s resolution declaring June 2025 as Electronic Dance Music Month in California. Supporters described EDM as a cultural and economic force rooted in diverse communities and praised its values of inclusion and unity; the resolution received 65 co-authors and passed by voice vote. Finally, HR 45, Assembly Member Castillo’s resolution for Animal Rights Awareness Week, was adopted by voice vote after 55 co-authors were added, with the author and a guest from Sierra Pacific Fur Babies speaking about animal rescue and welfare work. The session ended with announcements and adjournment until June 19.

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• In terms of the Fish Report, are we getting an adequate account?
• And so if this report can be improved upon, I'm always happy to meet with you.
• At a minimum, we get the report once a year. I know that's usually kind of inefficient.
• Some schools have gifted clusters on the campuses, dual enrollment, IB.
• Some schools have gifted clusters on the campuses, dual enrollment, IB.

Summary: The Appropriations Committee on Pre-K-12 Education received a presentation from the Governor’s Office of Policy and Budget and the Department of Education on the Governor’s fiscal year 2026-27 education budget. Shelby Salmons outlined the overall budget framework, and Commissioner Stasi Kamoutsis highlighted major education investments, including $486 million for VPK, $30.6 billion for K-12 education, a $761.1 million increase in FEFP funding, the highest per-student funding level to date, and $201 million more for teacher pay flexibility. The presentation also emphasized school safety, mental health, civics education, and the Guardian Program, along with continued funding for TEACH, HIPPY, Help Me Grow, and civics debate and literacy initiatives. Members asked about how the mental health allocation would be used, counselor staffing ratios, school closures and whether the department intervenes, oversight of school choice and voucher-funded schools, and the Guardian Program’s pay structure and effectiveness. Senators also raised concerns about the FISH school capacity report, data collection, teacher pay, professional development, AI and tutoring technology, and whether the budget adequately supports mental health services and school safety. The Commissioner said many funding decisions are left to districts, that the department stands ready to assist, and that the Guardian Program has been successful and expanded over time. During public testimony, Pinellas County School Board member Laura Hine said her district spends far more on safety and mental health than it receives in state categorical funding, and urged the committee to consider full-day VPK funding, arguing it has improved third-grade reading outcomes in Pinellas. Senators followed up on district flexibility and local spending choices. The committee took no substantive vote on the budget presentation and adjourned after thanking the department for its recommendations and partnership.

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• Reports of committees will be deemed read and amendments deemed adopted.
• Reports of committees will be deemed read and amendments deemed adopted. Deferred.
• Reports of committees will be deemed read and amendments deemed adopted.
• that Joint Rule 61A be suspended to permit the Committee on Appropriations to meet, consider, and report
• Members, in celebration of Pride Month, you'll find on your desk Wicked gifts.

Summary: The Assembly convened after a quorum call, heard a prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, and approved the previous day’s journal. Procedural motions were adopted to allow certain members to speak on adjournment in memory and to host guests on the floor, and the chamber suspended Joint Rule 61 to allow the Appropriations Committee to meet and consider AB 1533. The majority leader also requested that SB 272 and HR 44 be removed from the consent calendar. The main floor action was the Assembly’s Pride Month observance, centered on HR 43, which recognizes June 2025 as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer Pride Month. Assembly Member Ward and members of several caucuses spoke in support, emphasizing LGBTQ+ history, civil rights, community contributions, and current political attacks on LGBTQ+ rights. Assembly Member DeMaio spoke in opposition, arguing the resolution was divisive and included controversial policy references. After debate, 49 coauthors were added and the resolution was adopted by voice vote. The chamber then held a Pride Month ceremony honoring 14 distinguished individuals for contributions to the LGBTQ+ community, followed by guest introductions recognizing APICA fellows, family members, educators, and community leaders. The Assembly later adopted the consent calendar, with SB 61, SB 66, SB 846, SB 229, and SCR 3 approved, and then heard adjournment-in-memory tributes for John E. Brison and former Assembly Member William T. Bagley. The House adjourned until Thursday, June 26, 2025, at 9 a.m.

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• <00:09:44.279> you<00:09:44.560> guys<00:09:44.959> the if you see my uh report
• to you guys the if you see my uh report to you guys the coconut<00:09:45.600> industry<00:09:
• Yeah, Queen Emma herself wrote in her journal how these niu that were gifted to her from Nē were the
• Yeah, Queen Emma herself wrote in her journal how these niu that were gifted to her from Nē were the

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Summary: The committee heard two measures relating to dogs and coconut trees. On SB 301 SD1, which would add penalties for dog owners whose dogs destroy property on land zoned for a use, testimony was overwhelmingly supportive. Ranchers, farmers, and other testifiers described dogs attacking livestock, trespassing on property, and in some cases injuring people and killing goats or chickens. Several speakers urged stronger penalties, owner accountability, and in some cases insurance requirements. The Hawaii Farm Bureau also supported the bill, saying it would strengthen existing law and help protect agricultural producers. The committee noted there were 13 testimonies in support, none opposed, and no comments. The committee then heard SB 1582, which recognizes the coconut palm as an official sustainable staple food source in the state. Testimony was uniformly supportive from DLNR, the Hawaii Farm Bureau, Niu Now, and individual speakers who described the cultural, spiritual, and practical importance of niu/coconut in Hawaiian life, as well as its value as a food source and the need to protect it from the coconut rhinoceros beetle. Several speakers also emphasized biosecurity and continued funding for invasive species control. The committee stated there were 20 testimonies in support, none opposed, and no comments. In decision making, the committee recommended both measures be passed as is. SB 301 SD1 was adopted with four votes in favor and one no vote. SB 1582 was adopted unanimously, with five votes in favor.

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• I was in a number of gifted and talented education programs, and at the age of 13, the treatment toward
• language that frightened me, unfortunately, because I didn't have two items, because my family was gifting
• statement on the eagle feathers: when eagle feathers or any feathers are given, those are given as a gift
• to foresee what they're going to be given from their family or their tribe or their community as a gift
• Healing Council on the Status and Identity Committee, which we are working very hard to submit a report

Summary: The Select Committee on Native American Affairs held a historic hearing at Table Mountain Rancheria focused on tribal education, culture, resilience, leadership, and trust. The opening prayer and remarks emphasized the significance of holding the first committee hearing on tribal land. Members said the hearing was intended both to hear testimony about ongoing problems in schools and to identify next steps for legislation and policy, especially as the session neared its end. The committee also referenced recent efforts supporting Native students’ right to wear regalia at graduation and broader concerns about representation in education and state institutions. The first panel centered on Native students’ experiences in public schools. Bella Garcia described a two-year fight with Clovis Unified over wearing tribal regalia at graduation, including a restrictive approval form and administrators who she said denied Native identity and made her feel invisible. Morningstar Ghali connected those experiences to the legacy of boarding schools, racial profiling, suspensions, and the “boarding school to prison pipeline,” and called for culturally responsive education, Native educators, counselors, Native studies, and restorative justice. Janet K. Bill, from the Attorney General’s Office of Native American Affairs, described her own path from tribal Head Start to Stanford, law school, tribal council, and state service, and said education, justice, and sovereignty are linked. Members asked about restorative justice, representation, and how to build pipelines into leadership and education roles. The second panel focused on solutions. Chairwoman Michelle Heredia Cordova urged a reimagined education system that is more personalized, experiential, culturally grounded, and balanced with land-based learning, while also recruiting Native teachers and creating stronger tribal partnerships. Chairman Leo Sisku said schools should educate educators, stop tokenizing Native students, and create accountability and consequences for discriminatory behavior; he also supported stronger tribal-school partnerships and more positive outreach. Chairman Fred Bean emphasized consistent engagement from tribal leaders at every level of schooling, stronger transitions from elementary to college, and programs that prepare Native youth for leadership, trades, and higher education. Chairman Shaineto of Tule River argued that schools and administrators should face consequences for violating Native students’ rights, and that Native people should not have to keep educating institutions about basic cultural respect. Committee members responded by discussing possible statewide solutions, including regional tribal boards, better enforcement of existing laws, stronger pipelines into teaching and leadership, and improved representation on boards and in state agencies. Several members raised the need to implement existing laws, fill vacant Native appointments, and consider broader protections for Native regalia and cultural expression. No formal vote was taken in the transcript, but the hearing concluded with a clear call for continued collaboration, accountability, and legislation driven by Native voices.

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• To resell at the state park gift shops and other concession stands.
• The committee substitute for House Bill 43 is reported in favor to the full Senate.
• Being eight ayes and no nays, House Bill 519 is reported in favor to the full Senate.
• House Bill 609 is reported in favor to the full Senate.
• With 8 ayes and no nays, House Bill 1592 is reported in favor to the full Senate.

Bills: HB43, HB519, HB1275, HB1592, HB2842, HB3088, HB3479, HB4163, SB823, HB609

Keywords: agriculture, finance, young farmers, financial assistance, pest control, honey production, beekeeping, food safety, local regulation, bovine producers, dairy farms, permits, bovine tuberculosis, public health, wildlife management, disease prevention, alert system, Texas A&M, white-tailed deer, public safety

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• There's a very popular child influencer whose entire channel is them opening gifts, and they, I suspect
• So this is, it's more of an... ...some of the people or some of the gifts that they unwrap.
• And then they report back on a weekly basis that they're actually doing those things.
• And the employer just has to report: did the person actually come to work, or did they refuse to work
• And this bill will require significant reporting that many will find that it's not even worth the time

Bills: HB2010, HB2192, HB2199, HB2279, HB2310, HB2459, HB2501, HB2555, HB2690, HB2693

Keywords: digital goods, advertising, ownership, license, consumer protection, refund policies, streaming services, minors, content creators, online platforms, compensation, trust accounts, child protection, video content, privacy, employment, mobile homes, recreational vehicles, landlord tenant laws, tenant rights

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• The bill also outlines membership requirements, duties of the commission, and reporting requirements.
• Fees and expanded in this legislation to include legislative appropriations, federal funds, gifts, and
• I do believe that a lot of the agencies report on this and keep track of it.
• I became deeply concerned after reviewing reports from other parents and published materials that ...
• Emotion is a wonderful God-given gift. That's very important to get us to an action point.

Bills: HB2049, HB2050, HB2051, HB2072, HB2082, HB2085, HB2177, HB2178, HB2179, HB2183, HB2195

Keywords: radiation therapy, particle accelerator, critical access hospitals, patient care, rural healthcare, radiologic technologist, radiologist assistant, radiology, imaging, x-ray, diagnostic x-ray, fluoroscopy, mammography, computed tomography, CT technologist, nuclear medicine technologist, bone densitometry, radiation safety, radiation licensing, scope of practice

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• I think trans people are magic, and trans people are a gift to this world.
• trans<00:18:28.480> people<00:18:28.640> are<00:18:28.880> a<00:18:29.039> gift
• <00:18:29.320> to magic and trans people are a gift to magic and trans people are a gift to
• And what we see in reporting often happens is that there's this rhetoric that's like transgender women
• know that well what we see in reporting know that well what we see in reporting often<00:29:45.159

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• Majority Leader, the whole rising report... Majority Leader, the whole rising report?
• It is a gift.
• It is a gift of time, and it's a gift of convenience that Access employees were given.
• Reader, read the report. Mr.
• It was a gift, and the access employees did not receive that gift well.

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• <00:45:21.920> burdens new administrative and reporting burdens new administrative and reporting
• transfer applications, and reporting transfer applications, and reporting enrollment<00:45:42.079
• This is an administrative reporting.
• Please support the committee report. Please support the committee report.
• <02:14:35.440> its 36 studies found that 64% reported its 36 studies found that 64% reported

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