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• , Contribution, contribution. >> Right?
• But the revenue comes from contributions both from agency contributions, employees, uh, retirees, depending
• > um<01:06:26.720> agency contributions both from um agency contributions both from um
• contributions, employees, uh retirees contributions, employees, uh retirees depending<01:06:30.640
• No, go ahead. contributed to the budget. So, um, contributed to the budget.

Keywords: 928, house, all

Summary: The meeting began with approval of partial minutes, with members noting that DHS/HHS material was not yet included and that the minutes would be finalized later. The committee then heard from the General Court about several dedicated funds. Testimony explained the Joint Legislative Historical Fund, which receives a $25,000 annual general fund appropriation and transfers from visitor center sales above a $50,000 threshold, and is used for portrait maintenance, chamber work, Hall of Flags upkeep, and other historical preservation needs. Members also discussed the preservation of the Civil War flags in the Hall of Flags, with the General Court stating the flags are monitored through annual high-definition photos and that no immediate stabilization project is planned. A question about Union cemeteries was raised but the witness said he had no knowledge of federal funding for them. The committee also reviewed the visitor center revolving fund and noted that the accounting presentation is confusing because transfers are netted out so the fund ends each year at $50,000. Members suggested the narrative should clearly identify the transfer amounts and actual revenue, and staff agreed to note that in future reporting. The General Court then described its special legislative account as a stability reserve for capital and emergency needs, citing past uses such as the plaza ADA renovation, the legislative parking garage, and moving operations to One Granite Place. Members asked about interest earnings and were told the account is held in the treasury and any interest goes to the general fund unless statute directs otherwise; no additional funding was recommended at this time. The Department of Administrative Services then presented the law enforcement memorial fund, explaining it is a long-standing leftover construction fund with a small balance that has not been needed because the New Hampshire Law Enforcement Memorial Officers Association privately funds memorial upkeep and plaques. Members discussed whether the state should transfer the remaining money to the nonprofit, but no decision was made; the department said it would research whether such a transfer is legally possible. The department also reviewed the former land conservation endowment fund, now moving to Fish and Game under House Bill 2, and explained that it primarily covers administrative costs, management fees, and investment losses for a long-term conservation program. Members asked about the fund’s large balance and the increase in expenses, and were told the fund is intended to last indefinitely and that future reporting will shift to Fish and Game.

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• <00:57:59.440> to our interest on contributions to our interest on contributions to firsttime
• However, Minnesota conformed to the TCJA's limitation of the 60% for charitable contributions.
• This means we will change Minnesota's contribution limitation when the TCJA expires.
• contributions this means we will change Minnesota's<01:32:03.840> contribution<01:32:04.719><
• c> limitation<01:32:05.719> when Minnesota's contribution limitation when Minnesota's contribution

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• At least 90% of the contributions must be used and awarded as scholarships to students. needs programs
• At least 90% of the contributions<01:02:52.559> must<01:02:52.880> be<01:02:53.119>
• If an individual makes the contribution and is not given the tax credit, that would be a claim under
• If an individual makes the<01:14:49.280> contribution<01:14:49.840> and<01:14:50.159>
• and I think they'll want to contribute and I think they'll want to do<01:42:10.719> so.

Keywords: This version of the House chambers was retrieved from back up and uploaded. The original live stream contained issues where audio and video got out of sync., 958, all

Summary: The House convened with an invocation and pledge, established a quorum, approved the prior journal, and received committee reports on several bills. Reported measures included House Bills 1 and 2 from Appropriations and Revenue, along with bills on animal control officers, emergency services revenue, postsecondary education, proactive postsecondary admission, vehicle lights, motor vehicle operation, motor vehicle dealers, and machine gun conversion devices. The chamber also took up Senate Bills 52 and 124 for concurrence, and House Bill 1 was moved from rules to the orders of the day for immediate action. The House then considered House Bill 568, which would regulate public adjusters by prohibiting new licenses, allowing renewals for current licensees, imposing conflict-of-interest and contract requirements, capping fees at 5%, and barring adjusters from negotiating claims. Supporters described it as a consumer-protection measure responding to complaints and investigations, especially after recent storm-related exploitation. The bill passed overwhelmingly, 95-1. The House next debated House Bill 1, which would opt Kentucky into the federal education freedom tax credit program and authorize the Secretary of State to administer the state’s participation without using state general funds. Supporters argued it would bring federal scholarship dollars into Kentucky for K-12 students, including public school students, and could generate significant private donations for scholarship-granting organizations. Opponents raised concerns about shifting resources away from public education, the speed of the process, and a proposed waiver of Eleventh Amendment immunity. A motion to table the bill failed by a wide margin, and members continued debating the bill and its implications for public schools and state sovereignty.

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• The actuarial analysis provided two scenarios based on two premium contribution rates.
• The first was the contribution rate as defined in statute of 7% in the first year and then a variable
• The alternative rate proposed in the October actuarial analysis had a contribution rate of 78% in the
• rates the first premium contribution rates the first being<00:08:26.919> contribution<00:08:27.479
• <00:08:40.719> rate actual analysis had a contribution rate actual analysis had a contribution

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

Summary: The Senate Finance Committee held a hearing on the fiscal note process, prompted by concerns raised in a prior hearing about the fiscal note for the Paid Family and Medical Leave law. Chair Marty, Senator Pratt, and Senator Wiklund said the goal was not to revisit the bill itself but to strengthen understanding of fiscal note standards, the role of the Legislative Budget Office (LBO), and communication with agencies. They emphasized bipartisan concern that fiscal notes must be respected and that the process should be clearer going forward. Christian Larison of the LBO explained that the 2024 fiscal note issues stemmed from three main problems: choosing the proper baseline for a program that had not yet started, interpreting the seven-day qualifying event/waiting period, and determining whether DEED could adjust the first-year premium rate. He said the LBO, DEED, MMB, and House fiscal staff ultimately used the October 2023 actuarial analysis as the baseline because it was the most recent and likely most accurate estimate, but that choice meant the fiscal note did not show the difference from the 2023 enacted budget. He also described how DEED later interpreted the seven-day provision as a waiting period and how the premium-rate assumptions affected the fiscal impact. Larison outlined possible responses, including more assertive early communication from the LBO, providing more detailed analysis in unusual cases, and possibly creating a working group through the LBO Oversight Commission to consider new standards for substantial assumption changes, complex new programs, and third-party actuarial work. He also noted the LBO has authority to issue unapproved fiscal notes if standards are not met, though it has not used that authority. In questions, Senator Murphy asked about protecting the credibility of fiscal notes, and Larison said maintaining independence, objectivity, and consistent standards is central to the LBO’s role. No votes or formal actions were taken at the hearing.

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• c><00:35:33.599> of<00:35:33.680> the<00:35:33.760> seat<00:35:34.280> contribution
• counted as part of the seat contribution counted as part of the seat contribution and<00:35:35.400
• <00:36:00.319> employer Actuarial determined employer Actuarial determined employer contribution
• > to<00:36:01.680> teachers<00:36:02.599> retirement<00:36:03.640> um contribution
• to teachers retirement um contribution to teachers retirement um probably<00:36:04.960> a<00:

Keywords: Meeting Start: 00:01:04 Attendance Roll Call: 00:01:12 Senate Bill 3 (Sen. Wise): 00:05:28 Senate Bill 6 (Sen. Givens): 00:32:17 House Bill 241 (Rep. Truett): 00:52:18 Senate Bill 268 (Sen. Reed): 01:11:57 Adjournment: 01:24:48, 958, all

Summary: The Senate Standing Committee on Education met and first handled introductions of guests and visitors from several school districts and education groups. The committee then took up Senate Bill 3, which relates to student athletes and includes an emergency clause. The bill sponsor and invited witnesses, including athletics directors from the University of Kentucky and the University of Louisville, said the measure is intended to update Kentucky’s NIL laws in light of the House v. NCAA settlement and other national changes in college athletics. Supporters said SB 3 would let Kentucky universities directly compensate student athletes, help them secure third-party NIL deals, require reporting of deals over $600, and create guardrails and fair-market-value review to reduce pay-for-play concerns. They emphasized that the bill is meant to keep Kentucky institutions competitive, align with expected national standards, and prepare for changes expected around July 1, 2025. Witnesses also discussed the need for more uniform rules nationally, the role of the Power Four conferences in developing governance and clearinghouse systems, and the desire to preserve both athlete mobility and continuity in college sports. Several members raised concerns about the transfer portal, NIL incentives, and the broader effect on college athletics, with one senator saying NIL and the portal have damaged the sport but acknowledging Kentucky must compete. Witnesses responded that tighter portal windows and clearer national rules would help, while still preserving student-athlete transfer rights when needed. After discussion, the committee moved to a vote on SB 3; the roll call was taken, and the bill advanced out of committee, with at least one senator explaining a reluctant yes vote because of competitive pressures on the Commonwealth.

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• Every catastrophic failure stems from a chain of bad decisions and policies contributing to the ultimate
• Oh, and let's not forget about the Native Americans, the Ojibwe and the Dakota, who have all contributed
• <00:48:25.040> to communities have all contributed to communities have all contributed to
• <00:48:31.920> to<00:48:32.040> our Dakota, who have all contributed to our Dakota,
• who have all contributed to our American<00:48:32.560> history.

Keywords: 919, house, all

Summary: House File 29 was heard in committee as a proposal to suspend adoption of the revised social studies standards, push implementation to 2030-31, repeal the requirement to embed ethnic studies across all standards, and cancel related appropriations. The bill sponsor argued Minnesota schools should focus on basic academic achievement and that ethnic studies requirements add burdens and distract from reading, math, and science. The chair moved the bill to the Committee on Education Finance after opening the hearing and then took extensive public testimony. Testimony was sharply divided. Supporters of HF 29, including Katherine Kersten, Deanna Moose, Kendall Qualls, Hillary Swanson, and Diane Smith, argued the ethnic studies framework is ideological, overly focused on race, insufficiently transparent, and costly in professional development time; several said it would divide students or burden teachers. Some supporters also claimed the standards or framework promote activism, critical race theory, or racial stratification. Opponents, including Mark Westfall, Crystal Johnson, Jim Grathwol, Marcus Penny, Claude Sigman, and Courtney Major, said the standards are inclusive, research-based, and designed to help students understand multiple perspectives, civic life, and the contributions of diverse Minnesotans. They emphasized that ethnic studies can improve engagement, critical thinking, and representation, and that teachers should be trusted to implement the standards. No final vote on the bill was taken in the portion of the meeting provided. The only formal action noted was the chair’s motion to re-refer House File 29 to the Committee on Education Finance.

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• Concord, thank you for your contribution to *Little Women*.
• Seeing none, thanks very much for coming in today and for your contribution.
• Additionally, farming contributes to the ecological collapse of wild species.
• We contribute to the economy. We're here doing our thing. We employ people.
• We contribute to the economy. We're here doing our thing. We employ people.

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The committee hearing covered a wide range of animal, wildlife, hunting, and environmental bills. Early testimony focused on deer management, with Rep. Markey urging creation of a deer commission to address crop damage, vehicle collisions, and Lyme disease, and Sen. Durant supporting bills to allow Sunday bow hunting, expand crossbow use, and reduce the 500-foot dwelling restriction for archery hunting. Supporters framed these measures as practical wildlife-management tools, while questions centered on how they would differ from existing Fish and Wildlife authority and whether they would allow hunting closer to residences. Later, Rep. Sena also spoke in support of a bill to increase protected wildlife management areas and another to require non-lead ammunition, arguing both would benefit biodiversity and reduce environmental harm. A substantial portion of the hearing addressed animal welfare and commerce. Multiple witnesses supported bills to ban or phase out the retail sale of dogs, cats, rabbits, and guinea pigs in pet shops, arguing that pet stores rely on puppy mills and obscure the source of animals, while opponents said the bills would hurt responsible breeders, small businesses, and consumer choice. The committee also heard strong testimony for bills to ban the sale of cats and dogs in pet shops, with supporters citing sick animals, consumer deception, and the need to cut off the puppy mill supply chain. In a separate animal-testing segment, witnesses backed bills requiring non-animal testing methods for cosmetics and household products, saying alternatives are more accurate and humane; biomedical research representatives opposed those bills and a related research-animal measure, warning of unintended restrictions on research institutions and arguing animal models remain necessary for many studies. The committee also heard testimony on horseshoe crab conservation, with supporters of H. 898 urging an end to taking horseshoe crabs for bait because of population declines, shorebird impacts, and the species’ importance to biomedical science. On wildlife trafficking, witnesses backed bills to ban intrastate sales of ivory and rhino horn, saying Massachusetts should close loopholes that aid poaching and align with federal law and other states; one antique dealer testified in support, saying he avoids such items and still sees them in the marketplace. Additional testimony supported bans on fur products from factory farms and on force-feeding birds for foie gras, with advocates emphasizing cruelty, public health, and environmental concerns. The hearing was lengthy and heavily attended, with the chairs repeatedly limiting testimony to three minutes and inviting written submissions; no committee votes or final actions were taken during the transcript excerpt.

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• And that's the reality, and the contrast is that the employer community would contribute more.
• The one caveat to that is that under the federal repayment plan, the employer community contributes more
• The state's contributions to CalSTRS are calculated using the creditable compensation amount provided
• So the state's contribution for 2026-27 is calculated using the actual creditable compensation amount
• We should not contribute to a nation's ID database that could be manipulated to disenfranchise voters

Keywords: 987, senate, all

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• > factors<00:03:57.640> that<00:03:57.799> lead<00:03:58.079> to four contributing
• factors that lead to four contributing factors that lead to the<00:03:58.560> vast<00:03:58.920
• factor I believe um contrib contributing factor I believe that's<00:29:02.640> what<00:29:02.760
• factor of those four it's contributing factor of those four it's usually<00:29:16.559> a<00:29
• Might have contributed to fewer traffic citations.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• And it also excluded any land price, as the city is contributing the full property to the project.
• <00:03:55.360> is<00:03:55.520> contributing<00:03:56.040> the<00:03:56.160>
• full contributing is contributing the full contributing is contributing the full property<00:03:58.120
• <00:04:10.160> of possible without the contribution of possible without the contribution of
• The the tax the state charges for a deed transfer and how that contributes to the cost of home So, at

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• What factors contributed to the death?
• that we as a committee would recommend to address those contributing factors?
• The MMRCs look at circumstances related to death, contributing factors, and levels of contributing classes
• MMRCs look at circumstances related to death, contributing factors, and levels of contributing classes
• And we see that patient and family are contributing factors in 2020 and felt to be contributing factors

Summary: The committee first approved the previous meeting minutes and then heard a detailed annual report from Dr. Thomas Arnold, chair of the Maternal Mortality Review Committee, on maternal mortality trends and policy issues. He explained the committee’s review process, confidentiality protections, and national and North Dakota data showing that most maternal deaths are preventable and that mental health conditions, substance use, cardiovascular issues, infection, hemorrhage, and embolism are the leading causes. Members asked about suicide, domestic violence, midwife training, home births, and whether pregnancy testing at death scenes should be expanded; Dr. Arnold said better coroner education, more investigation of unexplained deaths, and possible post-mortem pregnancy testing could improve case identification, especially in rural areas. He also noted that deaths often occur well after 42 days postpartum and that mental health-related deaths remain a major concern. The committee then heard from State Fire Marshal Dr. Matthew Clark on cigarette reduced-ignition-propensity standards and related fire prevention issues. He recommended updating the state’s cigarette propensity law to current national standards and also raised a separate recommendation to require fast-breakaway oxygen tubing for home oxygen users, citing fatal fires linked to smoking around oxygen. Members asked about implementation, cost, insurance coverage, and whether the standards apply in tribal communities; Dr. Clark said he would provide follow-up information and was willing to help with any legislation, but no agency bill had yet been planned. Next, Christine Greff of the Department of Health and Human Services reported on the North Dakota Stroke System of Care. She described the statewide network of stroke-ready hospitals, registry-based quality improvement, and performance data showing continued improvement in stroke recognition, imaging, thrombolytic treatment, transfers, and EMS pre-notification. She highlighted new quality measures for inter-facility transfers and intracerebral hemorrhage care, and said the system remains strong but depends on continued legislative and hospital support. Committee members asked about participation by the VA hospital and were encouraged to consider outreach to include it more fully in the stroke system. Finally, the committee began a presentation on prior authorization and non-opioid pain treatment from Taha Khan of Vertex Pharmaceuticals. He argued that prior authorization can delay access to non-opioid acute pain medications, especially in the 24- to 72-hour post-discharge window when pain is most severe, and said delays can push patients toward opioids. He emphasized that prior authorization has a role in utilization management but should not create barriers in acute pain care, and he noted that current use of the company’s non-opioid product remains very low. The discussion was still underway when the transcript ended.

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• So, it's no expenditure or use of a contribution, tangible or intangible, shall be made for the purposes
• , tangible or intangible, a contribution, tangible or intangible, shall<01:27:54.920> be<01:27
• ,<01:33:23.800> which<01:33:24.000> be<01:33:24.360> be um foreign contributions
• , which be be um foreign contributions, which be be putting putting putting section<01:33:26.480>
• , but you know, push polls contributions, but you know, push polls and<01:38:45.160> political

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• We really appreciate it, and I know this budget is better because of your contribution.
• We really appreciate your contributions. With that, we will go to Assembly Member Sharp Collins.
• One of my plans within my district, for example, told me that their tax contribution will go up from
• We also support the fair share contribution.
• So thank you for your contributions.

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• Is it okay if I just contribute?
• , and so we highly value their contributions, but we have seen a growth in that.
• So I would say that the intervener contributions do not replace what staff are doing.
• So, the ratepayer contributions have been down for a year.
• So, the ratepayer contributions have been down for a year.

Summary: The committee first heard Issue 1 on trailer bill language to redirect funding for emergency demand-response programs. The Department of Finance proposed using about $26.9 million in General Fund originally set aside for the Distributed Energy Backup Assets program to bolster the Demand-Side Grid Support Program for summer 2026, and using about $70 million in CalCHAP interest to support ratepayer-funded demand response in summers 2027 and 2028. The CEC and CPUC said they are working on a transition from DSGS to ELRP or a successor program, while the LAO noted the General Fund money would otherwise revert to savings. Members pressed the administration on whether demand response remains important, whether DSGS has been successful, and whether the state should keep funding it through the CEC rather than shifting to a ratepayer-funded CPUC program. The CEC and CPUC said the programs are not directly comparable, emphasized different cost structures and enrollment metrics, and said a CPUC rulemaking is underway with a proposed decision expected in Q3 2026. No vote was taken in the transcript. The committee then took up Issue 2, a budget proposal tied to SB 254 and the new transmission accelerator. GoBiz and the California Infrastructure and Economic Development Bank described a five-year, roughly $26 million request to staff and administer the accelerator and manage Proposition 4 and AB 1207 funds for transmission financing. Members asked about state liability, ownership of financed lines, FERC revenue requirements, and whether the program would help underserved regions and offshore wind development. Staff explained that the accelerator would only consider projects already identified through CAISO’s competitive transmission planning process, and that state financing would be a small portion of large projects intended to lower overall costs to ratepayers. The LAO said it had no specific concerns but urged the Legislature to ensure the final language matches its intent. The committee also heard Issue 3 on petroleum market oversight. The CEC and its Division of Petroleum Market Oversight requested additional positions and funding to implement ABX2-1 and continue work on supply stabilization, refinery monitoring, and transportation fuels analysis. Members questioned why the work was funded through the Energy Resources Programs Account, whether existing staff from the paused price-gouging work could be reassigned, and whether the program had produced evidence of price gouging or improved supply conditions. CEC and Finance said the new positions are needed because the workload has expanded, while some existing staff remain on related analysis and reporting duties. The discussion ended without a vote in the transcript.

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• Is it okay if I just contribute?
• Not all five commissioners contribute to the record building of any specific case.
• , and so we highly value their contributions, but we have seen a growth in that.
• So I would say that the intervener contributions do not replace what staff are doing.
• The ratepayer contributions have been down for a year.

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• One other thing I want to mention is that we had the TRS employee contribution rates.
• And in addition, when you look at the PHIP employer contribution rates, there's another $800 million
• One other thing I want to mention is that we had the TRS employee contribution rates.
• One other thing I want to mention is that we had the TRS employee contribution rates.
• The governor contributed $210 million in her budget to that.

Bills: HB235, HB236, HB565, HB237, HB238, HB239, HB240, HB241, HB242, HB235, HB236, HB565, HB237, HB238, HB239, HB240, HB241, HB242

Keywords: social media, age verification, minors, under 16, children online safety, online privacy, platform regulation, deceptive trade practice, Attorney General, civil penalties, punitive damages, consumer protection, account creation, algorithmic feeds, internet safety, youth social media, HB236, Baldwin County, Board of Equalization, per diem

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• why this was built in was to create a framework to encourage our largest cities and counties to contribute
• , in-kind resources, local government contributions in the form of rental assistance and other permanent
• This is actually saying we know that there's more than one way for a city to contribute.
• We know that there's more than one way for a city to contribute to a program, and they should receive
• And so the incentive side of this is really recognizing that cities have different ways to contribute

Keywords: 987, senate, all

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• the minute, do your part to help the campaign until the very end by pressing three right now to contribute
• pressing three right now to contribute pressing three right now to contribute to<00:05:15.920>
• <00:09:45.520> to<00:09:45.720> an<00:09:45.840> organization contribution to an
• organization contribution to an organization and<00:09:48.400> they<00:09:48.600> would
• People who are contributing to something they think is supportive of a cause or a candidate that they

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• One member in particular stood out the most with his contribution to the Policy Committee, as well as
• Derek has contributed directly to our work in the Criminal Jurisprudence Committee.
• And Tony, in front of all these people, I'm going to say thank you for your contribution to the state
• And whereas Kermit Oliver has greatly contributed to the vibrant cultural life of the Lone Star State
• We're grateful for her contribution.

Summary: The House met on sine die and began with prayer, pledges, quorum verification, and a series of announcements and recognitions. The chamber received Senate messages reporting adoption of conference committee reports on SB 268 and SB 2972, and Senate concurrence in House amendments to SB 1637. Members also referred several resolutions and announced the signing of numerous House and Senate measures by the presence of the House. Technical correction resolutions were adopted: HCR 171, authorizing corrections to HB 46, passed 138-0, and SCR 55, making a wording correction in SB 1964, passed 126-12. A large portion of the meeting was devoted to memorials and recognitions. The House honored Pastor Dave Welch, with several members offering condolences and reflections on his work organizing pastors and engaging in civic life, followed by a moment of silence. Members also recognized the Ganado High School Maidens for winning the 2025 UIL 2A Division I softball state championship, Waco police K-9 Andor after being shot in the line of duty, Region 7 DPS for Capitol Complex security, and various restaurants, staff members, interns, caucus staff, and caucus freshmen of the year across Republican, Democratic, Black, Progressive, LGBTQ, IT, Energy and Climate, and Mexican American Legislative Caucuses. The chamber also heard a retirement-style address from Rep. Tony Tinderholt, who reflected on his six sessions in the House, his military service, and his decision to step aside to focus on family, while colleagues from both parties praised his service, discipline, and willingness to work across differences. The House then continued with additional staff and caucus recognitions, including committee staff, district office staff, and interns, with members repeatedly thanking their teams for their work during the session.

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• I think anglers really appreciate knowing that they are contributing.
• I feel like they're contributing to conservation.
• We really appreciate knowing that they are contributing.
• I feel like they're contributing to conservation.
• Less than 10% of unhosted coastal STRs qualify as low cost, and they are contributing to rising rents

Keywords: 987, senate, all