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• Standards Board rules, so those are some of our governing rules.
• governmental accounting and standards governmental accounting and standards boards<00:53:29.920>
• It was within their actuarial standards, and that they would support a 20-year period.
• It was within their actuarial standards, and that they would support a 20-year period.
• or equal to the standards that the SBI faces in their annual audit.

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• The committee appointed at the sitting on January 6, 2025, relative to the qualification of Representative-elect
• Families entering the program must verify eligibility before enrolling in the E.A. system to confirm qualifications
• I think the check that we're requiring the administration to do is the standard check that we use across

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Summary: The House considered House No. 57, a $425 million supplemental appropriations bill for fiscal year 2025 to fund the emergency shelter/emergency housing assistance system and related activities. The bill, as described by the chair of Ways and Means, included major policy changes requested by the Governor: immediate residency verification at intake, limits on eligibility, required criminal history disclosures and CORI checks, a reduced maximum shelter stay from nine months to six months with hardship waivers, temporary respite sites for 30 days, and a cap on system capacity. Supporters argued the changes were needed to preserve the right-to-shelter system amid fiscal strain and federal inaction; opponents said the bill still did not go far enough or, in some cases, went too far and risked harming families and children. The House debated and voted on numerous amendments, mostly focused on tightening eligibility or changing shelter operations. Several Republican amendments to reduce funding, impose a one-year residency requirement, require broader background checks, limit eligibility to homelessness caused within Massachusetts, and require cooperation with ICE were rejected, often after roll call votes. A point of order was sustained on multiple amendments as beyond the scope of the bill, including proposals affecting court officers, law enforcement, and ICE-related provisions. The House also rejected amendments to cut the appropriation from $425 million to $200 million and to add other restrictions on eligibility and administration. Some amendments were adopted. A redrafted Amendment 27, offered by Rep. Decker, was adopted 25-25 on a tie vote and expanded protections to children under age six and added related hardship/extension language. A subsequent amendment by Rep. Consalvo was adopted unanimously to add disability-related protections and extend benefits in certain cases. Another amendment by Rep. Finn was adopted to modify language about seeking federal reimbursement, and Amendment 9 was adopted to require competitive bidding for certain service funds. After debate and roll call, the bill was passed to be engrossed by a vote of 126-26. The House then observed a moment of tribute for Doug Selfick and adjourned to meet again Monday at 11 a.m.

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• The motion is do pass as amended to delete use of the adult evidence standard in juvenile court.
• SB 938, Peace Officer Qualification. The motion is due pass.
• SB 938 peace officer qualification. The motion is due pass.

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• <00:48:38.400> for<00:48:38.640> their certain qualifications for their certain qualifications
• Uh, that initially was anticipated that, gee, if you're above a federal standard or the state standard
• or the state standard, that you would qualify.
• And the third is to provide funds so our court security officers can be trained at police standards and
• And the third is to provide funds so our court security officers can be trained at police standards and

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• Um, there are national standards called EHDI, early hearing detection and intervention.
• <00:18:21.040> called Um there are national standards called Um there are national standards
• Now that I’ve shared with you just a little bit about what our standards are and we evaluate hearing
• <00:19:32.840> are little bit about what our standards are little bit about what our standards
• :35:09.359> that well-established national standard that well-established national standard that

Keywords: Meeting Start 00:00:00 Roll Call 00:00:10 SB 6 Discussion 00:40 SB 6 Vote 00:13:30 Cochlear Implants 00:16:25, 958, all

Summary: The Senate Appropriations and Revenue Committee heard Senate Bill 6, sponsored by Senate President Robert Stivers, which would create an endowed research fund to support collaborative university research in Kentucky. Stivers described the bill as an extension of earlier higher-education research efforts, arguing that Kentucky should build research “hubs” by requiring or encouraging partnerships among universities and outside entities, with potential focus areas including health care, engineering, aerospace, agriculture, and other emerging fields. He said the proposal would establish five research tranches over five years and sought a $30 million endowment for each, generating annual interest to fund consortium-based research and leverage additional private and federal dollars. Senators Frommeyer, Neal, Givens, Boswell, and Richardson spoke in support, emphasizing economic development, job creation, and examples from other research clusters such as Boston and North Carolina’s Research Triangle. The committee voted 12-0 to report the bill favorably to the Senate floor. The committee then received a presentation from Dr. Matthew Bush of the University of Kentucky on pediatric hearing loss and cochlear implants. Bush explained that early hearing detection and intervention is critical because hearing loss in newborns is a neurocognitive emergency that affects language, literacy, and long-term outcomes. He outlined national screening benchmarks, Kentucky’s incidence of childhood hearing loss, and the high educational and societal costs of untreated hearing loss. Bush also highlighted disparities in rural and western Kentucky, where children face delayed diagnosis, longer waits for hearing aids or cochlear implants, and more difficulty accessing follow-up care. He described cochlear implants, the multidisciplinary care they require, and research showing improved language development, quality of life, and cost savings when children are treated early.

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• Does that mean state is a qualification.
• The four Rs are kind of the industry standard best management practices.”
• The co-op or retailer would go through the 19 standards, become certified for that.
• So, we think that $5,000 standards.
• <02:04:20.239> of ation on what the court's standard of ation on what the court's standard

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• Well, it may sound low, but it follows the industry standard for liquidated damages.
• Again, we're trying to follow the industry standard.
• Well, so there was a pre-qualification process for all the shipyards, and they went through that, and
• So we'll be replacing those with the one in green, which is our current standard dolphin.
• So we have five terminals left to go to get them up to our current standards.

Summary: The committee met to hear an update from Washington State Ferries on capital projects and workforce issues, beginning with a briefing on the agency’s long-term fleet and terminal needs. WSF officials described the history of underinvestment after the late 1990s, the current fleet reduction from 25 to 21 vessels, and the need to keep older boats in service while moving toward a 26-vessel long-range fleet and hybrid-electric operations. They said the agency is transitioning to a new vessel procurement strategy, with Eastern Shipbuilding selected to build up to three 160-car hybrid-electric ferries, and outlined a schedule that includes contract execution, about a year of design work, steel cutting in fall 2026, and several years of construction. Members raised concerns about the higher cost of electrified vessels, the length of the schedule, the adequacy of liquidated damages and incentives, the risks of building in Florida and transporting vessels to Washington, and whether the contract sufficiently protects the state from cost overruns and design problems. The committee also received an update on the Wenatchee conversion, which officials said is days away from entering service as the first large hybrid-electric ferry conversion. WSF explained that the conversion combined required midlife preservation work with propulsion upgrades and battery installation, and that the project took longer and cost more than originally expected because it was a prototype with significant lessons learned. Officials said the Tacoma and Puyallup conversions would follow later, but those decisions were being delayed until after the World Cup to avoid service disruptions. Members asked about the cost-effectiveness of the conversion, the expected fuel and emissions reductions, and what happens to engine crews during long conversion periods; WSF said crews were embedded in the project and that the conversions should reduce diesel use substantially once terminal charging is available. The meeting then shifted to workforce development, with Siegel consultants reviewing their 2021 and 2024 studies of ferry staffing, overtime, recruitment, and workplace culture. They said the earlier problems stemmed from seasonal staffing practices, low winter hours, limited career progression, a narrow maritime recruiting pipeline, and a culture that made retention difficult. Since then, they reported major improvements: staffing has increased from about 1,500 to 1,900, turnover has fallen, captain and engineer shortages have eased, and recruitment has broadened beyond the traditional maritime pool, including more women and other underrepresented workers. They credited new programs such as guaranteed hours, paid pilotage, AB-to-mate pathways, and the “Turning of the Tide” culture campaign, while noting remaining issues with communication, HR access, accountability, and quality of life. Members generally acknowledged the progress but asked whether staffing levels are now sufficient and how interchangeable crews are across vessels and routes. Finally, terminal engineering staff began a presentation on capital terminal work, starting with the Fauntleroy Ferry Terminal. They described the terminal’s age, low elevation, vulnerability to sea level rise and earthquakes, and the need for replacement piles, beams, and improved vehicle circulation. The agency said it has completed a planning and environmental linkage study, is moving into NEPA/state environmental review, and has been working with the community to balance the needs of Southworth and Vashon riders with neighborhood concerns in Fauntleroy. The preferred alternative is a larger offshore dock footprint that would improve capacity and reliability while reducing impacts to eelgrass habitat. The meeting ended before the terminal discussion was complete.

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• The Adjutant General, as of very recently, did not have any qualifications for that position.
• Currently, the qualifications in statute to be eligible for election to serve as Adjutant General are
• And many of us were unfamiliar with the process, the qualifications, or the reason for doing that.
• And many of us were unfamiliar with the process, the qualifications, or the reason for doing that.
• , or the reason for doing qualifications, or the reason for doing that.<00:07:29.199> So<00:07

Keywords: 926, house, all

Summary: The Caucus of the Whole received a presentation on the history of Vermont’s practice of electing the Adjutant General and on the upcoming election process. Speakers explained that the General Assembly has elected the Adjutant General since shortly after the War of 1812, making Vermont unique among states, and described the respective roles of the legislature, the governor, and the Adjutant General in overseeing the Vermont National Guard. They also noted legislative oversight of annual reports on sexual assault and harassment complaints, death benefits, and state funding for the Guard. The presentation reviewed current statutory qualifications for the office, including rank, service membership, senior service college graduation, and federal recognition, and explained that the election now occurs in the second year of the biennium at a joint assembly. Members were told the next election is expected on February 19, 2026, once the House clerk sets the date. The presenters also said the legislature recently modernized the statute to require qualified candidates and clarified that the Adjutant General and Inspector General title is one office under the statute. Members asked questions about the two-year term, the election procedure, and whether the committee would make a recommendation. The presenters said nominations and seconding would occur and the vote would be by paper ballot, similar to trustee elections. They also said the Government Operations committee and caucus were providing a forum for the candidates but would not issue a recommendation, leaving the decision to individual members. The meeting ended with members encouraged to review candidate biographies and contact information and to speak directly with the candidates.

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• SB 1691, ESA assessment standards accreditation. SB 1692, ESA tutor safety rules.
• SB 1756, standard Arizona plan coordinate system.
• SB 1756 standard Arizona plan coordinate system.
• SCR 1050, legislature members qualifications. Government.
• We have the gold standard in voting: paper ballots, early voting in person and by mail, and a robust

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• work with them to ensure that any out-of-state officers used in 2028 will meet California's high standard
• next two years to establish a process for the LA28, Cal OES, and the Commission on Peace Officer Standards
• California peace officers have earned a reputation. ...and upholds the highest standards of our profession
• I agree with a portion of what my colleague is saying about the recruitment standards.
• Those people are not the same qualifications that we have.

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• There are no professional qualifications for these positions.
• requirement weakens the qualifications requirement weakens the qualifications for<00:34:26.320><
• veterans who would now be eligible for veterans who would now be eligible for the<01:17:43.280> standard
• veterans<01:17:44.000> tax<01:17:44.239> credit,<01:17:44.640> the the standard
• veterans tax credit, the the standard veterans tax credit, the optional<01:17:45.120> veterans

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• your opening remarks, especially around system-wide procurement for training and around training standards
• as well. ...especially around system-wide procurement for training and around training standards as
• librarian, counselor, and coach positions, must be held by an individual who meets all the minimum qualifications

Summary: The Assembly Higher Education Committee heard two Senate measures focused on artificial intelligence in higher education. SCR 82 by Senator Niello would encourage the California higher education segments to convene a work group and share best practices on AI use, including how to address academic integrity and student use of AI in coursework. Supportive comments emphasized the need for intersegmental coordination and faculty/student engagement, while the Faculty Association for California Community Colleges raised concerns about preserving faculty purview, academic freedom, and governance differences at the community college level. The resolution was adopted and re-referred to the Committee on Privacy and Consumer Protection on an 8-0 vote. The committee also heard SB 928 by Senator Cervantes, which would establish guardrails for AI use at CSU by requiring that faculty employee positions be filled by humans who meet CSU minimum qualifications and that instructors of record be human faculty for credit and non-credit instruction. The author and supporters, including the California Faculty Association, Teamsters California, the California Federation of Labor Unions, and the State Building and Construction Trades Council, argued the bill is needed to prevent AI from replacing faculty and to preserve the human role in teaching and student support. Members asked for clarification that the bill would not apply to classified, administrative, or clerical employees, and the author’s office said the definition was intended to mirror CSU faculty classifications and bargaining language. Both measures received unanimous support from the committee after discussion. SB 928 was passed to the Assembly Floor on a 10-0 vote, with several members requesting to be added as coauthors. The consent calendar, which included SB 308, SB 892, and SB 968, was also approved unanimously, and the committee adjourned after announcing its next hearing date.

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• your opening remarks, especially around system-wide procurement for training and around training standards
• as well. ...especially around system-wide procurement for training and around training standards as
• librarian, counselor, and coach positions, must be held by an individual who meets all the minimum qualifications

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• even if it had been sufficient for a more benign use, it certainly wouldn't have been up to the standard
• 57.360> the certainly wouldn't have been up to the certainly wouldn't have been up to the standard
• <00:09:59.760> So, standard necessary for these uses.
• So, standard necessary for these uses.
• qualifications, and conceptual cost. qualifications, and conceptual cost.

Keywords: 0:00:01 Call to Order and Roll Call 0:01:19 NKU Capital Project Update 0:38:57 DJJ High Acuity Services Update 1:03:53 Adjournment, 958, all

Summary: The interim Budget Review Subcommittee for Justice and Judiciary received an update on Northern Kentucky University’s capital project to house the Northern Kentucky Medical Examiner’s Office and the Northern Kentucky Crime Lab in the former Highland Heights Civic Center building on NKU’s campus. NKU and Justice Cabinet staff described the project timeline: the building was identified in late 2022, lease terms were agreed to in early 2023, a pre-construction evaluation agreement was executed in May 2023, the General Assembly authorized $21 million in April 2024, and the lease and construction agreement were finalized in spring 2026. The project is now being prepared for bid, with construction expected to start in August and occupancy targeted for January 2028. About $1 million has been spent so far on design and related investigations. Testimony emphasized that the vacant building was structurally sound but required major upgrades, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, roof, windows, a generator, specialized mechanical systems, security, and geothermal work to meet the needs of two separate operations sharing one facility. NKU said it is contributing $3.7 million to the project. Committee members asked about the condition of the building, the urgency of the project, and why the process took so long. Justice Cabinet and real properties officials said the medical examiner’s office had been shut down since roughly late 2017 or 2018, that the state had first sought funding in the 2022 budget for staffing, a lease, and equipment, and that it took time to find a suitable leased location because the facility has highly specialized requirements. Members also asked about operating costs, annual lease costs, and the impact of the office’s absence on families and counties in Northern Kentucky. Officials said the lease cost is based on NKU’s expected maintenance-related expenses, while utilities and staffing are covered through the Office of the State Medical Examiner or Kentucky State Police, with seven medical examiner positions funded in House Bill 500 and two additional KSP positions requested for the crime lab. They explained that, until the new facility opens, bodies from Northern Kentucky are generally transported to Louisville for autopsy, with transportation costs borne by the coroner’s office. No votes were taken, but the committee requested follow-up information, including lease cost numbers and additional details on facility usage and timing.

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• By improving governance, expanding collection opportunities, and refining recycling standards, AB 80
• EPA uses these standards when determining wastewater removal of their chemicals.
• EPA uses these standards when determining wastewater removal of their chemicals.
• Fresh market produce that does not meet graded standards is incorporated back into the field.
• for alternates that mirror the exact same qualifications required for board membership.

Summary: The committee heard a long agenda of natural resources and related bills, with several measures taken up as the committee reached quorum and many others moving on consent or with due-pass recommendations. Early items included AB 80 on carpet recycling, AB 452 creating a local process for state surf reserves, and AB 823 restricting microplastics in personal care and cleaning products. AB 80 drew broad support from recycling, labor, and environmental groups and was described as a follow-up to earlier carpet recycling reforms. AB 452 was backed by surf, tourism, environmental, and local government interests as a voluntary, community-driven way to recognize and protect surf breaks. AB 823 generated the most extensive debate, with supporters citing public health and environmental harms from microplastics and opponents warning the bill’s language could sweep in products such as sunscreens, cosmetics, and fragrance-encapsulation materials; the committee discussed possible ambiguity and EU comparisons before voting the bill out on a due-pass-as-amended basis to Environmental Safety and Toxic Materials. The committee also advanced AB 1046, which would create a narrow exemption from SB 1383 organic-waste requirements for certain crop preparers and tree nut processors that do not send organic waste to landfills. Agricultural witnesses said the bill would clarify that their operations already reuse byproducts and should not face duplicative reporting, and the measure passed with support from agricultural and rural county representatives. AB 252, the “Stop Laying Off Firefighters Act,” proposed year-round Cal Fire staffing; the author and Cal Fire supporters argued that wildfire conditions are now year-round and that maintaining trained crews would improve response and prevention, and the bill was sent to Appropriations. AB 571, a targeted CEQA exemption for the Southern California Veterans Cemetery in Anaheim, drew strong bipartisan and veterans’ support and also passed out. Later, the committee approved AB 1455, which would authorize emergency rulemaking and streamline future updates for ember-resistant building regulations after recent wildfire emergencies, and AB 687, which would let public agencies use forest-practice rules and timber-harvest plans for certain publicly funded fuel-reduction projects; AB 687 drew some opposition over scope and enforceability concerns but was still advanced. The committee also moved AB 652, allowing alternate members on the San Diego County Air Pollution Control District board to prevent quorum problems, and AB 317, a first-time homebuyer housing bill that would exempt certain small, lower-cost homes from CEQA and defer some property taxes; AB 317 prompted discussion about guardrails to avoid unintended use on larger subdivisions. Finally, AB 900, requiring the Natural Resources Agency to develop a stewardship plan for 30-by-30 lands, was heard with broad support from land trusts and conservation groups and advanced on a due-pass recommendation, and AB 738, a wildfire-rebuild bill easing solar requirements for certain disaster survivors, was introduced and discussed with questions about its narrow scope and the number of homes affected.

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• aggressive in vision building, if you will, in order to Ahead and move forward particularly with the pay standards
• Qualifications for positions in the different departments, and even though we indicate that potentially
• Yes, there are statutory provisions that set aside or lay out the qualifications for commissioners, and
• It's clear and clean to that standard, but it doesn't have to be that way.

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• This legislation directs the National Institute of Standards and Technology, or NIST, to develop and
• POTENTIAL AND FOR THE SMALL BUSINESSES THAT FORM THE This bill directs the National Institute of Standards
• The National Institute of Standards and Technology can greatly help American small businesses understand
• It also includes several additional Terms to make sure agencies are finally held to that standard.
• My bill strengthens safeguards To ensure Federal agencies rely on data that meets clear standards for

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• So, um, I'll just read the standard.
• prefer the reasonable person standard prefer the reasonable person standard here.<00:11:34.160><
• Um, but I standards on most things.
• doicile qualifications for voting. doicile qualifications for voting.
• person standard.

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• strengthened through the passage of the Alabama Computer Science Act in 2019, which had some specific qualifications
• Centers for Medicaid and Medicaid services and health provider standards.

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• With that, we will begin with the Judicial Standards Commission. That is in your packet 210.
• With that, we're on the Judicial Standards Commission 210, the agency analyst.
• Can you just give me one example of something that a person might complain to the Judicial Standards
• Available to you to respond immediately are the qualifications of your law enforcement and your brand
• Seeing none, we have temporarily tabled the Livestock Board and the Judicial Standards Commission.