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• In terms of events, the New Mexico Military Institute Legislative Reception is at the Rio Chavez Center
• the punitive damages awarded in medical malpractice. practice claims to be awarded to the state, limiting
• Certification Act, defining terms, providing for eligibility for U-Visa certification, providing for
• introduced by Next by Senator Trujillo, an act relating to self-service storage, providing that the limit
• There's a joint session on Thursday with two of our congressional delegation.

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• </c> resides in this six congressional resides in this six congressional district<04:30:43.040><c> of
• Let's go much more bigly—if that's a pop culture term these days.
• </c><06:08:18.878><c> of</c> has been as bad as any in terms of has been as bad as any in terms of letting
• of the images that we're seeing in terms of the images that we're seeing in<06:09:51.718><c> terms</

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• speed limit, or allows MoDOT to increase the speed limit up to 75 miles an hour, correct?
• The commission to actually raise the speed limit where it's appropriate.
• In states that have increased the speed limit.
• No one is requiring them to drive a faster speed limit.
• I do not support the increase to the speed limit.

Summary: The House opened with prayer, approved the previous day’s journal unanimously, and then adopted a motion suspending House Rule 98 to allow members to wear hats on the floor. Members also introduced several special guests, including the Eugene High School Class 2 basketball champions, family members, scholarship recipients, and other visitors. One member used a lengthy personal privilege speech to criticize a recent U.S. Supreme Court voting-rights decision and warn about threats to democracy and minority voting power. The chamber then took up committee reports and several bills. It approved a motion to go to conference on the property-tax omnibus measure tied to Senate Bills 1066 and 1088. House Bill 3329, repealing expired tax credits, passed 142-0. House Bill 3405, clarifying the SALT deduction and improving tax-credit accounting, also passed 138-0. House Committee Substitute for House Bill 2426, a parental-rights bill that also drew criticism over a school financial-ledger requirement and possible burdens on schools and student safety, failed on third reading 70-60. The House next passed House Committee Substitute for Senate Bill 1233, a professional-licensing bill involving CPA exam access and other occupational licensing changes, by 129-6 after adopting an amendment removing compact language and rejecting a nursing-home physicals amendment. It then passed House Committee Substitute for Senate Bill 1408, which raises the maximum rural interstate speed limit to 75 mph and, through multiple amendments, also carried a mix of transportation-related provisions including vehicle inspections, hands-free enforcement, motorcycle lighting, driver education, and specialty license plates for women’s professional sports; the final vote was 82-53. The Speaker also appointed a conference committee for Senate Bill 1066. The final item mentioned was Senate Substitute No. 2 for Senate Bill 863, described as an interscholastic athletic oversight/appeals bill, but the transcript cuts off before its final action is shown.

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• speed limit, or allows MoDOT to increase the speed limit up to 75 miles an hour, correct?
• No one is requiring them to drive a faster speed limit.
• I do not support the increase to the speed limit.
• I do not support the increase to the speed limit.
• I'm sorry, just because my time is limited, a couple of other questions.

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• demand is, and you need long-term demand to build a factory.
• ><c> a</c> you need long-term demand to build a you need long-term demand to build a factory.<00:36:19.280
• </c><00:46:01.520><c> of</c> putting us in the top 10 in terms of putting us in the top 10 in terms of
• </c> congressional and administrative action. congressional and administrative action.
• I also want to note long-term benefits.

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• We need to compensate people for their Congressional primary or general elections.
• enforcement, being able to have a level where we have law enforcement engagement in the process in terms
• in the situation, the last situation we had, that seemingly was information that had been given in terms
• Dealing with the limits on recruitment and clawbacks, we're going from the original bill, which had it
• And if they don’t return to work, we do see a reduction in nursing home placement and other long-term

Committee: Senate Finance

Summary: The committee first heard Senate Bill 135, which would redirect a portion of wagering dedications from the sports fund to the Louisiana Early Childhood Education Fund and remove a cap affecting that funding stream. The author and staff explained the amendment was designed to avoid any impact on the State General Fund while increasing support for early childhood education. The committee adopted the amendment and reported the bill favorably as amended. Senate Bill 202, from the Secretary of State’s office, would increase the number of compensated days for parish board of election supervisors to cover additional election-related duties. Secretary Landry and election officials testified that the change was needed because supervisors now perform more work, including ballot tabulation, machine sealing, and verification tasks. The committee adopted technical and appropriation-related amendments and reported the bill favorably as amended. The committee then took up several health and human services bills. Senate Bill 155 would require insurance coverage for medically necessary dental procedures needed before cancer treatment; testimony from medical and dental professionals emphasized that untreated dental problems can delay chemotherapy or radiation and worsen outcomes. After adopting amendments to narrow the fiscal impact, the bill was reported favorably as amended, with discussion of a possible subject-to-appropriation amendment to be worked out later. Senate Bill 237, a major DCFS reform bill, drew extensive testimony and debate over child welfare oversight, mandatory reporter training, law enforcement coordination, and the bill’s large fiscal note. The committee adopted amendments, including a subject-to-appropriation provision, and reported the bill favorably as amended after emotional testimony from supporters and former DCFS employees. The committee also advanced Senate Bill 465 on prompt-pay insurance reform after an amendment reduced the fiscal note to zero; Senate Bill 261 on unclaimed property after a substitute bill was adopted; Senate Bill 295 on expanded coverage for traumatic brain injury rehabilitation after amendments narrowed the mandate and added subject-to-appropriation language; Senate Bill 157 providing six weeks of paid parental leave for K-12 educators and staff, also subject to appropriation; Senate Bill 276 requiring bail bond producers to certify outstanding obligations before new appointments; Senate Bill 83 on human trafficking services after removing the age-expansion cost; Senate Bill 143 on bulletproof vests after shifting funding away from a direct state appropriation; and Senate Bill 450 on school safety assessments after an amendment limited implementation to available funds and resources. In each case, the committee’s actions focused on reducing or eliminating fiscal notes while keeping the bills moving forward.

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• Many are low income, have limited or no access to checking and savings accounts, and are unable to make
• So there are some limits on that. Those are just my comments. Thank you. Thank you.
• So that's a concern of mine going down long term.
• So I think you should work on maybe defining some terms a little better.
• I was in D.C. just last week, over spring break, lobbying our congressional delegation for a federal

Committee: House Special Committee on Tax Reform

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• The testimony will be limited to two minutes. Any objection? Hearing none, so adopted.
• Hopefully the present Trump administration will be a lot more aggressive in terms... to address the issue
• Most of the Texas congressional delegation has signed on to legislation. resolutions, and letters calling
• I'm only planting one-half of my farm because of very limited irrigation water. throughout the Rio Grande
• In terms of employment, the loss of irrigation would result in an estimated loss of over 8,000 full-time

Bills: SCR13 , SB1248

Committee: Senate Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs

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• Current California 911 technology is dated and limited in terms of functionality.
• Current California 911 technology is dated and limited in terms of functionality.
• So I think in terms of a community, we are all connected.
• The other middle-ground option would be to time-limit it.
• Would be to time-limit it.

Committee: House Emergency Management

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• Flags across Idaho—our congressional delegation has got the flags.
• status of what will happen with this, but you might recall this committee authorized us to ask the congressional
• status of what will happen with this, but you might recall this committee authorized us to ask the congressional
• Our partners at the Congressional Commission are also advancing several initiatives, including Our American

Summary: The America 250 and Idaho Advisory Council approved the January 19 minutes and also approved reimbursement of up to $20,882 to the state superintendent for additional materials for Spirit of U.S. boxes for schools. The committee then reviewed a financial update and heard a detailed subcommittee report on plans for Idaho’s July 4, 2026 celebration at the Capitol, including a parade, park activities, bands, family stations, and open Capitol access. Members discussed cost-sharing with the We the People group, with the committee approving a proposed America 250 budget of $196,600 that includes the July 4 celebration and America 250 ambassador programs, authorizes private donations, and directs how remaining funds should be used for regional and county events later in the year. Treasurer Julie Ellsworth reported on the ambassador program, including staffing needs, the growing number of Spuds appearances statewide, and plans for six “go bags” so materials can travel to communities even when the mascots are unavailable. She also described the proposed Liberty Bell carriage, which would debut on July 4 and then travel to every county, along with related efforts such as the Veterans Mustang Ride, challenge coins, a heritage fountain, flags across Idaho, Liberty quilts, and the “Bring Idaho’s Liberty Bell Home” fundraising effort. Committee members praised the work and noted strong public engagement and social media response. The Governor’s Task Force report highlighted the America 250 website, voice-recording project, Idaho Lottery scratch ticket partnership, downloadable “Moments That Made Us” exhibit, and the upcoming “Four Score” and “United We Celebrate” exhibits. Director Gallimore also noted coordination with the BLM and Transportation Department for events at Signature Point and the Old Pen. Hannah Laurie Hine provided a national update on White House and congressional commission initiatives, including mobile museums, the Great American State Fair, a prayer-focused event on the National Mall, the Presidential 1776 Award civics contest, and other reflection and volunteer projects. The committee agreed to meet again on March 9 and then adjourned.

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• Long-term homeless, again, just means that they've been homeless long-term, so usually at least a year
• There are limited supports and services just because of numbers.
• It's so key to long-term success and change.
• Our funding has been flat since 1997, which limits capacity.
• There was a statute clarification regarding rebasing limits: beginning July 1st, 2023, limits must be

Committee: Joint Human Services

Summary: The Human Services Committee met in interim session and first approved the previous meeting minutes before receiving a series of presentations on homelessness and housing stability. Jennifer Henderson of the North Dakota Housing Finance Agency updated members on the new Interagency Council on Homelessness, describing its executive-order mandate to review resources, gather input from stakeholders, identify gaps, and develop recommendations. She said the council’s first work is building a statewide program matrix of existing homeless services and funding sources, with attention to youth, tribal communities, and other vulnerable populations. Members raised concerns about youth homelessness, homeless veterans, and how the council will stay focused on a practical framework rather than getting lost in details. The committee also discussed possible connections to the rural health transformation grant and agreed to continue the topic later in the spring. Beth Olson of Presentation Partners in Housing described the organization’s housing-first model in Cass County and Clay County, including homeless prevention/diversion, housing navigation, and Cooper House, a 42-unit permanent supportive housing building in Fargo. She said the organization focuses on people with long-term and chronic homelessness, many with mental health, addiction, health, domestic violence, and Indigenous identity-related barriers, and reported strong outcomes: 85 of 86 people housed in 2025, 91% still housed after one year, and major reductions in emergency room use, ambulance rides, jail stays, detox days, and shelter use. She also explained that state funding has grown from a small share of the budget to about $1.1 million in state-connected funding for fiscal 2026, largely through contracts tied to supportive services. Members asked about vouchers, rent contributions at Cooper House, length of stay, and whether similar projects could be expanded elsewhere. Andrea Olson of the Community Action Partnership of North Dakota outlined statewide homeless and housing-related services delivered through six community action agencies in all 53 counties. She explained the Community Services Block Grant structure, said housing was identified as the top need in the most recent statewide needs assessment, and described programs including Supportive Services for Veteran Families, North Dakota Homeless Grant services, and Home ARP supportive services. She emphasized that the end of North Dakota Rent Help has increased pressure on the system, that the current $2 million annual homeless grant is far smaller than prior rent-help assistance, and that community action is using case management and financial assistance to move households toward self-sufficiency. Members asked about funding formulas, rural service delivery, and coordination with Presentation Partners to avoid duplication. YouthWorks then began a presentation on youth homelessness, describing services for ages 12 to 24, the special needs of youth and former foster youth, and the organization’s use of federal and state funds to support transitional housing, emergency shelter, maternity housing, and diversion services.

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• On behalf of the people of Arizona's 7th congressional district, I extend my heartfelt thanks and wish
• On behalf of the people of Arizona's 7th congressional district, I extend my heartfelt thanks and wish
• When I served as chair of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus, I invited Debbie to Washington to brief
• On behalf of the Texas 8th Congressional District, I'm grateful for all that Erica did to protect the
• </c> behalf of the Texas 8th Congressional behalf of the Texas 8th Congressional District,<01:53:33.520

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• So to wrap it up here, this is a method to reassert our sovereignty as United States citizens in terms
• My comments today are limited to Section 2 of the bill dealing with unclaimed assets.
• , occupancy levels, and any other term or condition that affects residential rental property.
• Arizona voters wanted a highly regulated and vertical market, and a limited market, too.
• Arizona voters wanted a highly regulated and vertical market, and a limited market, too.

Committee: House House Commerce Committee of Reference

Summary: The committee took up a series of Senate bills, beginning with SB 1421, a contentious measure restricting financial institutions and check cashers from accepting certain identification from unauthorized immigrants and limiting remittance transfers without proof of lawful status. An attempted strike-everything amendment by Rep. Villegas would have redirected the bill to authorize tax-deeded property sales for affordable housing, but the committee rejected that amendment. After public testimony both for and against the underlying bill, the committee voted 6-2 to give SB 1421 a due pass recommendation. The committee then approved SB 1254, which revises Industrial Commission of Arizona statutes, including renaming certain positions, shifting boiler and elevator oversight, and requiring fee schedules to be posted online. It also passed SB 1515, which creates a public safety parity fund for retention pay and benefits for DPS and corrections employees using investment earnings from the budget stabilization fund; supporters cited vacancies, turnover, and pay gaps, while opponents argued the state should fund raises through the general fund. Both bills received due pass recommendations after amendment adoption and roll call votes. Other measures considered included SB 1206, which restricts adjusters and contractors from soliciting work during active loss events or emergency responses, with an exception for essential services; SB 1563, which continues the Barbering and Cosmetology Board and lowers certain fee caps; and SB 1649, which creates a digital assets reserve fund, though an amendment to turn it into a transparency measure on employers receiving public assistance was rejected. The committee also passed SB 1290 after rejecting an amendment on emergency price controls and adopting a Carter amendment clarifying HOA executive sessions may be closed only for discussion without action; testimony on that bill focused heavily on HOA transparency versus privacy concerns. Finally, the committee approved SB 1670, a contractor licensing preemption bill, and SB 1671, which continues the Department of Gaming and related commissions and updates reporting and conflict-of-interest requirements, with the department supporting the continuation and amendment language.

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• We got a chance to speak earlier as a former congressional staffer.
• In terms of the safeguards— In terms of the safeguard, a school board may not increase the tax rate if
• the 10% limitation on—correct?
• A limited volume again presents limited risk to check valves.
• A limited volume again presents limited risk to check valves.

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• They were distributed by all of our representative congressional members.
• They were distributed by all of our representative, congressional members.
• And I will say they were nervous partnering with everybody in terms of the pancake because they were
• And really, the big thing for me today in terms of the report isn't just the success of what we had.
• They went way above and beyond in terms of the amount of work that they did.

Summary: The committee met with a quorum, approved the June 24 minutes, and received a financial update showing about $75,171.57 currently unobligated in the commemoration fund, with additional money expected back after celebration invoices are finalized. Members also heard a detailed update on the America 250 ambassador program and related statewide events, including the Liberty Bell tour, the service challenge, to-go activity packs, community celebrations, and the planned Liberty Heritage Fountain. Testimony emphasized broad volunteer participation, donated in-kind support, and strong public turnout across Idaho communities. The committee then considered and adopted a motion directing all currently unallocated funds to be used for implementation of council-approved ambassador projects, coordinated through the ambassador co-chairs, the pro tem, and the speaker, with approval by the council co-chairs. The motion also requested that any leftover funds be considered for transfer to a savings account for America 300, subject to legislative action. Members discussed clarifying the motion’s language and the role of the co-chairs, but ultimately supported the spending framework. A subcommittee update highlighted the Boise Fourth of July/America 250 celebration, the Liberty Bell display and parade, the many volunteers and agencies involved, and the use of leftover water for wildland firefighters. The governor’s task force update reviewed other America 250-related events, including Spirit of America, the Twin Peaks Ranch State Park opening, the Blackfoot Ranch Rodeo, and the Great American State Fair Showcase in Washington, D.C. The committee ended by scheduling its next meeting for August 18 and then adjourned.

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• Unanimous consent to remove coats is the proper term? I can breathe now. Thank you.
• Hispanic Cultural Center, for a term commencing on March 23, 2025, and expiring on July 21, 2027.
• There is so much that we have to offer the world, I think, in terms of how we manage that here.
• greenhouse gas emissions limits, requiring greenhouse...
• It's the long-term negative impact.

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• whereas the purpose of this special session is to consider legislation relating to the drawing of congressional
• of Florida into a special session relating to consideration of legislation for the drawing of congressional
• Senate Bill 8D by Senator Gaetz, a bill to be entitled an act relating to establishing the congressional

Summary: The Senate convened with an opening prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, then administered the oath of office to newly elected Senator Brian Nathan of District 14, who was welcomed by the chamber. The Secretary read the governor’s amended special session proclamation, which expanded the call to include legislation on artificial intelligence protections, an AI Bill of Rights, related public records exemptions, and medical freedom, in addition to congressional redistricting and related litigation funding. The chamber then read the bills filed within the call: SB 2D (Artificial Intelligence Bill of Rights), SB 4D (public records), SB 60 (medical freedom), and SB 8D (congressional districts). The Rules Chair moved SB 2D and SB 4D forward, and the Senate took up SB 2D first. On SB 2D, the sponsor said the bill was intended to protect parents and children from deceptive AI practices, safeguard personal information and image rights, and ensure technology serves rather than deceives Floridians. Senator Grall opposed the bill, arguing it weakened protections and gave parents a false sense of security, while Senator Busillo supported it as a necessary but imperfect first step that should be implemented carefully. After debate, the Senate passed SB 2D by a vote of 37 yeas and 1 nay. The Senate then passed SB 4D, the companion public records exemption bill, after brief discussion about which investigative files would be exempt during enforcement proceedings; the vote was 33 yeas and 4 nays. The Rules Chair announced committee scheduling, noted SB 60 (medical freedom) would be temporarily postponed in Rules, and the Senate also set SB 8D for special order on Wednesday, April 29. The chamber adjourned until 10 a.m. on Wednesday, April 29.

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• Typically, I will focus on budgets in terms of their financial sustainability.
• Number one, we've been guided by three priorities, especially in terms of human services.
• They are about exclusion, erasing history, limiting opportunity, and deciding who gets left behind.
• Because of Donald Trump and congressional Republicans, we have a record budget.
• budget challenges and sound long-term economic policy.

Summary: The Assembly convened, initially lacked a quorum, and then completed the roll call, prayer, and pledge. Members observed a moment of silence for the fatal B-52 crash at Edwards Air Force Base in Assemblymember Lackey’s district. The body then handled a series of procedural motions, including re-referrals of numerous Senate bills to different committees, suspending rules for committee notices, and taking up the budget bill, AB 109, without reference to file for concurrence in Senate amendments. Debate on AB 109, the 2026 budget act, centered on competing views of the state’s fiscal condition and policy priorities. Supporters said the budget balances the current and next year’s budget, reduces the structural deficit, builds reserves, protects health care, schools, housing, food assistance, and other safety-net programs, and responds to federal cuts under H.R. 1. Opponents argued the budget increases taxes and costs, shortchanges schools, underfunds Proposition 36, relies on gimmicks, and does not adequately address public safety, cost of living, or long-term sustainability. Several members also highlighted specific provisions such as hospital support, Medi-Cal and IHSS protections, child care, immigrant legal services, prison closure, and funding for courts and victim services. A motion by Assemblymember DeMaio to return AB 109 to the Senate failed on a roll call vote, 13 ayes to 45 noes. The Assembly then voted on concurrence in the Senate amendments to AB 109; the measure passed, and the Senate amendments were concurred in without objection, with immediate transmittal to the Governor. Afterward, the Assembly moved to the daily file and took up SCR 89, a resolution affirming diversity, equity, and inclusion. Supporters from several caucuses framed DEI as a core California value and a response to federal attacks, while opponents criticized DEI as divisive. The transcript ends during debate on SCR 89, before any final vote is shown.

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• Typically, I will focus on budgets in terms of their financial sustainability.
• three priorities, especially in terms of human services budget subcommittee.
• They are about exclusion, erasing history, limiting opportunity, and deciding who gets left behind.”
• Because of Donald Trump and congressional Republicans, we have a record budget.
• budget challenges and sound long-term economic policy.

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• I do know that the term comprehensive school mental health system is a national term that is used in
• CS MHS a chair and so is the the term CS MHS a meaningful<00:20:25.280><c> term</c><00:20:25.600><c>
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Committee: Senate Education Policy