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• The language was not working.
• The language was not working.
• I appreciate that she has worked with me to make sure we get these snafus worked out.
• When we work with the perspective of co-governance, collaborative governance, working with allies, working
• When we work with the perspective of co-governance, collaborative governance, working with allies, working

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• I appreciate all the work you do in session and out of session as well. So thank you.
• I've been working with Aaliyah, other organizations like Culture City, to actually come up with this
• I've<00:08:24.400><c> been</c><00:08:24.560><c> working</c><00:08:24.720><c> with</c><00:08:24.879><c
• Welcome back to work here.
• >> It's just some language that the people working back and forth on it agreed on in the Senate, and

Bills: HB66 , HB79 , HB95 , HB145 , HB66 , HB79 , HB95 , HB145

Committee: House Ways and Means General Fund

Transcript Highlights:

• Bless us as a group and help us to... ...work together to do what's best for the people in our state.
• So we hope the whole thing makes the process work more smoothly. Thank you for that.
• I need to read that taxation title.
• Mark sounds like something's working here.
• We got some good work to do, and we've done a lot today. Everybody that came to the...

Bills: HB191 , HB196 , HB134 , HB14 , HB14

Committee: House County and Municipal Government

Transcript Highlights:

• Unfortunately, that we're working on.
• ,</c> had a provision for taxation, had a provision for taxation, and<01:54:24.720><c> it</c><01:54:24.880
• </c> by removing all reference to taxation by removing all reference to taxation alone.<01:54:58.920>
• </c> to taxation be deleted. to taxation be deleted.
• </c> ones that would do all the work anyway. ones that would do all the work anyway.

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• </c> one, an act relating to social work. one, an act relating to social work.
• c><00:33:17.919><c> large</c> currently working with several large currently working with several large
• But we know the work is not finished.
• I ourselves to the work that remains.
• We've worked very hard. So important. We've worked very hard.

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• House Revenue and Taxation is called to order. We have one item on the agenda today: RS 33303.
• Representative, welcome to House Revenue and Taxation.
• I know Representative Youngblood had worked on this, which Representative Birch a few years ago.
• In doing your work to put this proposal together, you've said there's 83 exemptions, over $2 billion.
• Committee, we have a meeting that's in the works for tomorrow, so tomorrow at 9 o'clock we'll meet again

Committee: House Revenue and Taxation

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• Third reading of Senate Bill 328, Senate Draft 1, relating to taxation. Is there any discussion?
• </c><00:24:29.480><c> is</c> Senate draft 2 relating to taxation is Senate draft 2 relating to taxation
• Third reading of Senate Bill 338, Senate Draft 2, relating to taxation. Is there any discussion?
• One might ask how could the public-private partnership work on waste to energy.
• Third reading of Senate Bill 1033, Senate Draft 2, relating to taxation. Is there any discussion?

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• And then we can kind of separate out what we want to work on in a work session.
• out what we want to work on in a work out what we want to work on in a work session.<00:05:29.199><c
• Doesn't work anymore. adequately. Doesn't work anymore.
• Works.
• </c> not all of them have worked smoothly. not all of them have worked smoothly.

Committee: House Election Law

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• From the Committee on Finance and Taxation General Fund, Senate Bill 61 receives a favorable report by
• From the Committee on Finance and Taxation General Fund, Senate Bill 58 receives a favorable report by
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Summary: The Alabama Senate convened with prayer, the pledge, and a roll call establishing a quorum of 29 senators present. The chamber adopted the previous day’s journal, allowed bill introductions throughout the day, and received multiple House messages referring local bills and proposed constitutional amendments to the Committee on Local Legislation, along with a lieutenant governor’s confirmation referral to the Committee on Confirmations. Committee reports were then received from several standing committees. The Senate confirmed a series of gubernatorial and other appointments, including Michael Kulovitz and Barbara Maul to the Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind Board of Trustees, Logan Glass to the Educational Television Commission, Ed Croll and James Harris to the Alabama Committee on Monument Protection, Matt Barnes to the Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission, Scott Moes and Jeffrey Wilson to the Alabama Electronic Security Board of Licensure, and Jeffrey L. Cameman to the Tuscaloosa County Civil Service Board. The Senate also received favorable committee reports on numerous bills from Judiciary, State Governmental Affairs, Education Policy, Fiscal Responsibility and Economic Development, Health Care, Veterans and Military Affairs, and Local Legislation, with several bills amended or substituted and placed on the next day’s calendar. On the floor, the Senate adopted a special order calendar from the Rules Committee and passed several bills. Senate Bill 101 extended the Alabama Board of Electrical Contractors to October 1, 2028. Senate Bill 93, as amended, allowed certain municipalities with populations of 12,000 or more and even-numbered councils to authorize a mayoral tie-breaking vote by council resolution. Senate Bill 115 created a competitive-bidding exemption for certain expenditures of $15,000 or less involving rolling stock, with quote and approval requirements. Senate Bill 131 on county subdivisions was amended and passed. Senate Bill 30, known as “Trey’s Law,” would make certain nondisclosure provisions unenforceable in cases involving sexual abuse victims; the sponsor described it as protecting survivors from being silenced, while Senator Albritton cautioned about the broader effects on settlements and institutions. The Senate also adopted two resolutions: Senate Joint Resolution 19 honoring the life and legacy of Anna Smith Bedsole Holmes, and Senate Joint Resolution 20 commending the Alabama Birth Equity Initiative. The Rules Committee report setting the special order calendar was adopted, and the listed bills were taken up and passed or advanced by unanimous or near-unanimous votes.

Transcript Highlights:

• So anytime taxation is not keeping up with inflation, I view that as a positive, not a negative.
• And then there are employees who work for them and can't make more than the elected officials, so it
• We worked together on legislation on ABLE accounts.
• There needs to be more work. For this, though, I, like, again, I'm for ID.
• There needs to be more work. For this, though, I, like, again, I'm for ID.

Bills: SB227 , SB1942 , SB1627 , SB625 , SJR39 , SJR47

Committee: House Rules

Summary: The committee heard several measures, led by SJR 39, a proposed constitutional amendment to send to voters that would cap annual homestead property tax valuation growth at 1% and all other property at 3%. The speaker argued it would not cut taxes but slow growth for taxpayers facing rising assessments, while opponents questioned the effect on county revenues, sheriff funding, and whether growth below inflation would strain local governments. After debate, the committee voted 10-2 to report the resolution due pass. The committee also heard HJR 47, which would place proof-of-identity requirements for voting in the Constitution. Supporters said it would strengthen election integrity and noted existing law already requires proof of identity, while opponents raised concerns about impacts on voters with disabilities and the difficulty of changing constitutional language if problems arise. The measure was reported due pass on an 11-1 vote. Senate Bill 227, described as supporting fair taxation and investment without duplicative tax, and SB 1942, clarifying the distinction between reimbursable and reimbursed dental services to protect providers and patients, both passed the committee on near-unanimous votes. The committee then advanced SB 1627, a 116-page sentence-modernization and consolidation bill that was described as a cleanup measure with no substantive change to existing law, and it was reported due pass unanimously. Finally, SB 625 was presented as temporary cleanup language related to domestic violence legislation and judicial requests, with the sponsor noting the bill would be replaced by a floor substitute later; the committee approved it due pass 10-0. The meeting ended with the chair noting the committee was dismissed and likely to meet again under the rules committee schedule.

Transcript Highlights:

• The VSOs are doing great work out there.
• Everybody knows our work.
• But those county CBSOs in my community do incredible work.
• We know of, and I will work in the future with anyone who's a good actor so that maybe we can work together
• We'll work together on that. Valencia, yes. We're going to work together on this thing.

Summary: The Assembly Committee on Military and Veterans Affairs met with a quorum and first approved its consent calendar, which included AJR 15, SB 56, SB 296, and SB 855, with the roll left open for absent members. The committee then heard SB 694 by Senator Archuleta, a bill aimed at protecting veterans from unaccredited claims representatives and other for-profit entities that charge fees to assist with VA disability claims. The author and supporters, including county veterans service officers and veterans organizations, argued the measure would curb predatory practices, restore accountability, and steer veterans toward free, accredited assistance through CVSOs and other authorized representatives. Testimony in support emphasized that veterans are often targeted online and may pay large fees for services that are available for free, while supporters said unaccredited firms lack transparency and can exploit vulnerable veterans. Opposition witnesses, including representatives of claims-assistance companies and individual veterans, argued the bill would eliminate choice and that some contingency-based firms provide useful services, better outcomes, and faster claims processing. Committee members debated whether the bill would unlawfully bar legitimate assistance or whether it was needed to stop illegal business practices, with several members noting the issue is also being litigated in federal court and that an accreditation process already exists through the VA. After discussion, the committee voted to pass SB 694 and refer it to the Committee on Judiciary. The final vote was 6 ayes, with some members not voting. The committee then completed the consent calendar vote, which passed with eight votes, and adjourned.

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• social work.
• It doesn't work. It's been proven over and over again. It doesn't work.
• We all serve working families and from all income levels of working families.
• We all serve working families and from all income levels of working families.
• It paid everybody whether you worked or didn't work.

Summary: The House convened, approved the journal, and spent much of the opening portion recognizing guests and interns from both parties, along with former lawmakers and a newly seated member, Representative Sylvia Allen. The chamber then took up House Concurrent Resolution 2065 honoring the late Alfredo Gutierrez. Members from both parties gave extended remarks about his life as a civil rights advocate, student activist, legislator, and mentor, and the resolution was unanimously adopted and transmitted to the Senate. Family members of Gutierrez were recognized in the gallery during the memorial tribute. The House then moved into Committee of the Whole on the first budget-related measures. On House Bill 4138, the “feed bill”/budget operations measure, Democrats argued the budget favored corporations and data centers over seniors, health care, housing, universities, and vulnerable families, while Republicans defended it as a continuation of prior policy and said it preserved tax conformity and modest agency cuts. After debate and questions, the committee recommended the bill do pass and the House adopted that report, sending HB 4138 to engrossing. The chamber next considered House Bill 4139, the amusement/gaming-related budget bill. Members debated whether it was essentially unchanged from last year’s budget language, with Republicans saying it was a continuation bill and that gaming-related provisions would support rural economies and tourism, while Democrats questioned the broader budget context and its effects on working families. The committee recommended HB 4139 do pass, and the House adopted that recommendation. The House then began debate on House Bill 4140, the state budget implementation bill, focusing on the budget stabilization fund and a proposed government efficiency initiative; discussion was still underway at the end of the transcript.

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• Just stay up here, and somebody will hand you work to do.
• And he eats them as rewards for working out.
• These two boys can do so much work in a short amount of time.
• Doesn't work that way. I'm the tortfeasor there.
• This is stopping double taxation because we are wrongfully taxing them.

Bills: SB1287 , SB1983 , SB1796 , SB1806 , SB1558 , SB2135 , SB483 , SB1198 , SB1265 , SB2154 , SB2139 , SB1552 , SB2118 , SB1775 , SB259 , SB1344 , SB1380 , SB2007 , SB1572 , SB2074 , SB1423 , SB1425 , SB1502 , SB1503 , SB1833 , SB1561 , SB1555 , SB2044 , SB1749 , SB904 , SB1565 , SB1500 , SB667 , SB1484 , SB1562 , SB1644 , HR1045 , SB227 , SB1627 , SB1475 , SB1966 , SB2049 , SB1531 , SB80 , SB1734 , SB1630 , SB1894 , SB1975 , SB1432 , SB1437 , SB1812 , SB346 , SB710 , SB1489 , SB1614 , SB2045 , SB1250 , SB1304 , SB1501 , SB1946 , SB592 , SB65 , SB1257 , SB444 , SB640 , SB2178 , SB1242 , SB1642

Transcript Highlights:

• They're here today visiting the Capitol to learn about the work that we do. Thank you.
• Her work will have lasting impacts on public education and community well-being.
• Her work will have lasting impacts on public education and community well-being.
• She worked to ensure that no one, no one, was forgotten and that all were included.
• To continue her work in mental health and suicide prevention.

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• BART is working to reduce costs and closed a $35 million deficit for fiscal year 2026.
• And I thank the committee for working with my staff on that.
• We've worked on housing and related issues for over 80 years.
• If one of those legs disappears or gets hit badly, the projects really don’t work.
• Great job, hard work to the committee staff. Thank you very much. We stand adjourned.

Summary: The Assembly Committee on Revenue and Taxation heard several bills focused on transit funding, veterans’ tax relief, clean energy incentives, housing development costs, and tax conformity. SB 63 would authorize a Bay Area regional sales tax measure for transit agencies facing fiscal shortfalls; supporters said it was needed to avoid major service cuts, while the California Taxpayers Association opposed it on Proposition 13/218 concerns. SB 56 would exclude veterans’ disability compensation from income calculations for the disabled veterans’ property tax exemption, and SB 296 would expand property tax relief for 100% disabled veterans and certain surviving spouses; both drew broad veterans’ support. SB 86 would extend and expand the California Alternative Energy and Advanced Transportation Financing Authority sales and use tax exemption program, including fusion energy, and SB 302 would conform state tax law to federal clean energy credit monetization provisions; both were backed by industry, labor, and clean energy advocates. SB 328 would cap Department of Toxic Substances Control fees on contaminated-soil remediation for infill and master-planned housing projects, with housing groups arguing the current fee structure can make projects infeasible. SB 711 would update California’s tax conformity date to January 1, 2025 to reduce complexity and inconsistencies with federal law, and was supported by tax professionals and business groups. Several bills were held or sent to suspense, while others advanced with amendments. After quorum was established, SB 63 passed the committee 4-2 and SB 86, SB 302, SB 328, and SB 711 were referred to suspense, with SB 86 and SB 302 later approved out of suspense with amendments. SB 56 was held in committee, SB 296 was made a two-year bill, and SB 284 and SB 723 were held. The committee also approved a number of additional suspense-file bills, including SB 293, SB 359, SB 419, SB 587, SB 603, SB 663, SB 710, and SB 785, while SB 591 was approved with amendments and SB 353 was made a two-year bill. The hearing concluded with the committee adjournment after final roll calls and bill actions.

Transcript Highlights:

• Appreciate that and appreciate your willingness to continue to work with stakeholders.
• We've worked on amendments that make clear which... ...that these products are safe.
• It's during the time that they're working on the plan and that the plan is complete.
• They're working on the plan, and the plan is complete.
• Do pass to the Committee on Revenue and Taxation.

Summary: The Assembly Environmental Safety and Toxic Materials Committee heard three bills after beginning without a quorum and later establishing one. SB 328 would cap DTSC hazardous waste generation and handling fees for infill housing and master development projects and set response timelines for cleanup reviews. Supporters said the current fee structure has made some housing and remediation projects infeasible, while opponents warned that capping fees for one sector could shift costs to other hazardous waste generators. The committee discussed the need for broader DTSC fee reform, and SB 328 was approved on a 7-0 vote and sent to the Committee on Revenue and Taxation. SB 754 would require manufacturers of disposable menstrual products to test for and disclose concentrations of certain contaminants, with DTSC able to verify results and publish them. Supporters framed the bill as a transparency and public health measure, citing recent studies finding toxic metals in tampons and emphasizing consumer right-to-know. Opponents, including manufacturers and hygiene product groups, argued the bill adds duplicative testing, vague requirements, and public disclosure that could be misinterpreted, and urged amendments. The committee members generally supported the goal of transparency, and the bill passed 5-2 with not voting members, moving to Appropriations. SB 466 would provide temporary legal protections for public water systems that are complying with approved chromium-6 compliance plans while they work toward the new drinking water standard. Supporters from Los Banos, Coachella Valley Water District, and other water agencies said the measure would help avoid costly litigation during a lengthy and expensive compliance period, especially for systems dealing with naturally occurring chromium-6. Committee members raised concerns about limiting recourse for harmed individuals and discussed possible alternative language, but the author said the bill would not affect state enforcement authority. SB 466 passed 7-0 and was sent to the Committee on Judiciary. The committee also adopted a consent calendar of additional measures by voice vote.

Transcript Highlights:

• After working with a few of the, um, technology companies, we ask for an I vote. >> Is there any further
• This type of selective taxation raises concerns under the Federal Internet Tax concerns under the Federal
• If the state can single out one category of digital content for additional taxation today, it could apply
• Thank you for all your work today. We've had a very productive session this year.

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• Markets work better than socialism.
• This would be legalized highway robbery, in our view, and double taxation.
• Both worked with us to pass in 2017.
• Something called double taxation, as I recall, yeah. Uh, what's wrong with that picture? Yeah.

Bills: HB483 , HB3345 , HB3643 , HB3821 , HB3849 , HB4472 , HB4523 , HB4524 , HB5346 , HB5347 , HB5376

Committee: House S/C on Transportation Funding

Transcript Highlights:

• Bless the women who care for their families, for those who work tirelessly in their homes, and for those
• I'm incredibly proud of the work we've done to reach this point.
• And as we move forward to get the work done, we're united.
• You've worked tirelessly to improve your community.
• She worked as a public school teacher and administrator in Santa Rosa before relocating to Ukiah.

Summary: The Assembly convened after a quorum call and prayer, then dispensed with the reading of the prior journal and handled routine motions, including re-referring AB 432 and AB 564 to committees. The main item of business was House Resolution 14, proclaiming March 2025 as Women’s History Month. Majority Leader Aguiar-Curry opened on the resolution, and members from the LGBTQ, Native American, Asian American Pacific Islander, Black, Latino, Jewish, and other caucuses spoke in support, emphasizing women’s historical contributions, ongoing inequities, and the importance of representation and parity in public life. Assemblymember DeMaio also supported the resolution while urging attention to girls’ sports. The resolution was adopted by voice vote after 78 coauthors were added. The chamber then held its annual California Women of the Year ceremony, with Aguiar-Curry and other members recognizing honorees from across Assembly districts for leadership in education, health care, public service, advocacy, business, and community work. The lengthy roll call highlighted a broad range of women’s accomplishments and community impact. Guest introductions followed, including Sacramento District Attorney Tien Ho, VSP Vision Care executives celebrating the company’s 70th anniversary, and EMTs and ambulance support staff being honored by the California Ambulance Association. The Assembly also took up the second-day consent calendar, which was adopted 71-0. Assemblymember Schultz then delivered an adjournment in memory of Barbara Beckley, founding member and artistic director emerita of the Colony Theatre Company, praising her contributions to Los Angeles theater and the arts. The House then adjourned until Thursday, March 13 at 9 a.m., with a Revenue and Taxation Committee hearing scheduled upon adjournment.

Transcript Highlights:

• They're here today visiting the Capitol to learn about the work that we do. Thank you. Thank you.
• They're here today visiting the Capitol to learn about the work that we do. Thank you.
• Celinda worked to create meaningful change for the Yurok community on the North Coast.
• Her work will have lasting impacts on public education and community well-being.
• She worked to ensure that no one, no one, was forgotten and that all were included.

Summary: The Assembly convened, initially without a quorum, and the clerk called the roll until a quorum was present. The body then proceeded with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, journal approval, and several unanimous-consent motions, including re-referrals of AB 1878, AB 2089, and AB 1660 to different committees. Members also introduced guests, including the 2025 Central East High School football team, Morgan Hill leadership students, Southlands Christian fourth graders, and journalist Juan Esparza Loera, whom members praised for decades of reporting in the Central Valley. On the floor file, ACR 139 was presented to designate March as Sleep Apnea Awareness Month. Supporters described the health and safety risks of undiagnosed sleep apnea and emphasized the value of screening and treatment; the resolution was adopted by voice vote after 61 coauthors were recorded. AB 1656, a human-trafficking victim protection bill, was also taken up and passed 58-0 after testimony that it would expand “good cause” for trial continuances to better protect survivors and preserve continuity of counsel. The chamber also adopted the consent calendar, including AB 1583 and SCR 11, by 63-0 votes. The session concluded with adjournments in memory for Salinda Gonzalez, a Yurok community advocate for mental health and suicide prevention, and Sandy Steers, a Big Bear conservationist and executive director of Friends of Big Bear Valley. Members highlighted Gonzalez’s work supporting Native communities and Steers’ decades of wildlife advocacy and public education. The Assembly then announced its next meeting for Monday, March 16 at 1 p.m., including the Women of the Year ceremony, and adjourned.