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• <01:14:41.199> of<01:14:41.320> the satisfy uh the clear violation of the satisfy uh
• the clear violation of the plain<01:14:41.719> reading<01:14:42.199> of<01:14:42.560><
• <01:21:08.480> the admissions policies are violate the admissions policies are violate the
• I believe that this is a violation of the plain reading of Minnesota statutes, human rights statutes,
• the separation of General violates the separation of powers<01:42:50.520> but<01:42:50.679>

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• No violations found when there were clearly many.
• No violations was the same outcome.
• Subsequently, we find out that that dealer has numerous violations.
• Subsequently, we find out that that dealer has numerous violations.
• <01:30:21.600> of to see if they're in violation of to see if they're in violation of Minnesota

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• I'm here today to introduce House Bill 514, private persons to sue for violations of elections law.
• ,<00:10:27.440> that your rights are not being violated, that your rights are not being violated
• is set up to deal with election law violations.
• Is that going to be a alleged violation.
• Would they have jurisdiction over someone violating?

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• obtained by the speed violations obtained by the speed enforcement<00:14:18.440> systems<00:14
• The United States Supreme Court has long held that state laws that violate the Commerce Clause, if they
• The United States Supreme Court has long held that state laws that violate the Commerce Clause, if they
• The United States Supreme Court has long held that state laws that violate the Commerce Clause, if they
• You do house several hundred parole violators at your medium-security facilities.

Keywords: 910, house, all

Summary: The committee heard testimony on several bills. HB 655 would limit collection of unpaid motor vehicle taxes, fees, and penalties to the most recent five consecutive years of delinquency. The Department of Transportation opposed the bill, saying it could significantly affect state and county revenues and that the fiscal impact was hard to estimate. The Tax Foundation noted the bill would shorten the existing collection period, while an individual testifier supported it as a narrow measure that would help owners of old or inherited vehicles. In questioning, the department said it could not quantify the cost but suggested it would prefer case-by-case flexibility rather than a fixed five-year limit. HB 697 would authorize Department of Transportation and Department of Law Enforcement personnel to inspect and certify evidence from automated speed enforcement systems and would appropriate funds for the program. The Department of Transportation supported the measure, citing the workload created by the red-light camera pilot and the need to assist police and prosecutors. The Department of the Attorney General supported the concept but recommended technical amendments so the verification language would apply consistently across the chapter and allow the appropriate reviewing entity to act. The committee also heard support from the AAHU Metropolitan Planning Organization and opposition from three individuals. HB 711 would require defendants convicted of causing the death of a parent or legal guardian of a minor child while driving under the influence to provide financial support to the surviving child. The Office of the Public Defender opposed the bill, arguing that criminal restitution must be tied to verified losses and that this type of long-term support is better handled in civil court, where trusts, conservatorships, and insurance claims can be addressed. The Department of Transportation supported the bill as a deterrent to impaired driving, and police, prosecutors, and an injury prevention group also submitted support. Members questioned whether the measure was better suited to civil litigation, and the public defender agreed that the civil system was the proper venue. HB 108 would allow direct shipment of beer and distilled spirits by certain licensees and require county liquor commissions to adopt rules. The Attorney General raised constitutional concerns, saying the bill’s different treatment of out-of-state manufacturers could violate the dormant Commerce Clause and recommended revisions. Brewers and distillers testified in support, saying the bill would put beer and spirits on a similar footing with wine direct shipment, help small producers reach consumers, and support the local economy without increasing underage access. They also said the bill should be amended to address grandfathering language. No final votes or committee actions were taken in the portion of the hearing provided.

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• <00:25:47.760> of incredible apparent violations of incredible apparent violations of rights
• legal violations. legal violations.
• <00:48:21.200> more fact, they found that ISIS violated more fact, they found that ISIS violated
• <01:30:21.600> We government, sure, violate our rights.
• , and taxpayers are on the hook for the brutal violations of federal agents.

Bills: HF3405, HF3413, HF3769, HF3768, HF3771, HF3465

Keywords: Bureau of Criminal Apprehension, BCA, Use of Force Investigations Unit, federal agents, Department of Homeland Security, DHS, Immigration and Customs Enforcement, ICE, Customs and Border Protection, CBP, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, USCIS, officer-involved death, use of force, law enforcement accountability, police oversight, independent investigation, criminal sexual conduct, sexual assault, peace officers

Summary: The committee approved the minutes from February 25, 2026, and then took up several Department of Corrections-related bills. House File 3768, as amended by the A1 amendment, would extend the DOC’s graduated licensing and enforcement tools to juvenile detention facilities and state-licensed halfway houses, allowing corrective action plans and conditional licenses instead of only revocation. Commissioner Paul Schnell and Dakota County Juvenile Services Center Deputy Director Matt Bower testified in support, saying the bill would improve consistency, stability, and accountability without changing jail licensing. Members asked about costs and sheriff input; the commissioner said the bill is cost-neutral and that sheriffs were informed but did not provide input. The committee adopted the amendment and recommended the bill to the general register. The committee then heard House File 3769, another DOC technical update bill, which would clarify tuberculosis screening procedures when incarcerated people refuse testing, allow mental health units at more than one facility and short-term stabilization at Oak Park Heights when clinically appropriate, and clarify the department’s substance use disorder treatment programs. Schnell said the changes were technical but important for effective operations. Members again asked about county costs and sheriff support, and the commissioner said the bill affects only DOC facilities and is cost-neutral. The committee approved the motion to re-refer the bill to the Health Finance and Policy Committee. The final major item was House File 3405, the chair’s bill, as amended by the A3 amendment. The amendment broadened the definition of federal agents, made the effective date retroactive, and removed a sexual assault investigation section to eliminate the fiscal note. The bill would require the BCA’s use-of-force unit to investigate deaths caused by federal agents in Minnesota, not just Minnesota peace officers. Chair Mohler argued the bill closes a loophole and ensures state-level, independent investigations; Dr. B.B. Newman testified in support, saying it preserves Minnesota’s investigative authority and public confidence. Deputy Superintendent Scott Mueller said the BCA already investigates deadly-force cases and has handled some federal-related cases, but he did not think the bill was necessary and recommended a no vote. Members debated whether the bill was needed given existing practice, with supporters saying the statute should clearly require state investigation and opponents questioning whether it would change anything. The committee adopted the amendment and continued discussion of the bill as amended.

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• Somehow on a free speech, someone comes and says this violates free speech.
• Somehow on a free speech, someone comes and says this violates free speech.
• <00:36:42.640> You and says this violates free speech.
• You and says this violates free speech.
• physician pressures a woman or violates physician pressures a woman or violates medical<00:49:17.200

Bills: HB0003, HB0117, HB0041

Keywords: pregnancy centers, abortion, pro-life, healthcare, women's rights, state regulation, civil rights, freedom of speech, informed consent, civil liability, coercion, healthcare rights, law enforcement, death benefits, retirement, survivor support, public safety, 916, all

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• The reason for that is we have a large population of individuals who have violated the criminal code
• > was prison because of parle violations I was prison because of parle violations I was just<00
• So I just want to be clear: there's not a high parole violation rate, but the number that comes back
• So I see some hands up, uh, very briefly on that graphic. violating parole all the time so with violating
• <01:08:23.239> are violations are violations are prosecuted<01:08:25.480> a<01:08:25.560

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• <00:17:37.320> the violates the violates the rules<00:17:39.080> the<00:17:39.200> committee
• If you don't want to be subject to that, don't violate the inherent dignity of other human beings.
• <00:50:28.520> the be subject to that don't violate the be subject to that don't violate the
• the inherent Dignity of again violated the inherent Dignity of our<00:51:50.920> fellow<00:51
• rights, but you know who didn't commit crimes and violate other people's rights?

Keywords: 1183, house

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• of this act if is guilty of a violation of this act if the<01:25:52.239> person<01:25:52.880>
• of of crime could add that violation of of crime could add that word<01:26:29.520> deliver<01
• So these are five different ways in which um this first kind of violation occurs.
• So these are five different ways in which um this first kind of violation occurs.
• So I think you might violation occurs.

Bills: SF0071, SF0088, SF0056

Keywords: homeland security, search and rescue, grants, emergency response, Wyoming, sex offender, child care facility, residency restrictions, public safety, criminal law, sex offenders, child care facilities, legislation, kratom, regulation, healthcare, age restrictions, manufacturing standards, 916, all

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• subsequent violations?
• Because it violates the limit. test. Well, we no longer have the lemon test in place.
• the letter of the law, certainly violates the spirit of the law.
• Okay, at its core, this bill violates the establishment clause of the U.S. Constitution.
• This is a violation of religious freedom. It undeniably is.

Bills: HB4, HB54, SB 10, SB 24, HB4, HB54, HB775, HB850, HB 1122, HB 1249, HB1405, HB2336, HB2757, HB3372, HB3622, HB4442, HB4687, HB4893, HB5089, HB5515, HB5606, SB10, SB24, HB1573, HB3369

Keywords: district composition, congressional election, Texas, legislature, voting districts, citizenship, U.S. citizen, non-citizen, public office, advisory board, task force, state government, local government, political subdivision, commission board, appointment eligibility, officeholder qualifications, public service, naturalization, Texas Government Code

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• <00:21:07.240> the frequency and number of violations the frequency and number of violations
• occurred so um just um at the violations occurred so um just um at the specific<01:09:19.839> sites
• paragraph C requires the violation paragraph C requires the commissioner<01:09:48.600> to<01:
• <01:13:16.159> Instead<01:13:16.679> This action on violations Instead This action
• <01:13:25.840> from mitigate or eliminate violations from mitigate or eliminate violations

Keywords: 1183, house

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• I know a lot of instances of violation of these various laws are civil penalties.
• And is this design question really a violation of the First Amendment?
• And is this design question really a violation of the First Amendment?
• They would violate the state contract.
• for violations. system standards, and they can assess penalties and violations for violations of those

Summary: The committee held its first meeting on artificial intelligence and data centers, established a quorum, and heard introductory remarks from Majority Leader Hogue and the chair about the committee’s charge. Members said the goal was to build a factual foundation on AI, hear from experts and stakeholders, and develop practical North Dakota-focused recommendations rather than simply produce a large volume of bills. Legislative Council also reviewed interim committee rules and procedures before the informational presentations began. Staff and NCSL presenters then gave overviews of AI concepts and the state and federal policy landscape. The background memo and presentations covered AI categories and terms, state laws in areas such as consumer protection, algorithmic discrimination, deepfakes, chatbots, children’s safety, health, education, and government use, as well as data center siting and economic impacts. NCSL described a growing number of AI bills introduced and enacted across the states, with comprehensive laws in places like Utah, Colorado, Texas, California, and Illinois, and noted recurring issues around transparency, privacy, liability, and protections for minors. A major focus of the discussion was federal preemption and the tension between state regulation and national AI policy. NCSL said a recent White House executive order and related federal framework seek a light-touch, innovation-friendly national standard, with possible challenges to state laws and possible funding conditions tied to compliance, though no broad federal preemption has yet been enacted. Members asked about Commerce Clause concerns, industry pushback, oversight models, and whether AI policy is bipartisan; presenters said the issue cuts across party lines, with broad agreement on child safety and deepfake restrictions but more disagreement on broader regulatory approaches. No votes or formal actions were taken at the meeting, and the committee recessed briefly for technical issues during the second presentation.

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• federal policy and ICE for immigration enforcement that likely violates federal policy law, which is
• can't bring the case, I'm just out of luck and the company gets to violate the law.
• It requires that the Attorney General publish on a website how to report violations, reported violations
• At the same time, you don't have to look very hard to find obvious violations of those laws.
• Fear of violated privacy should not keep anyone from seeking legally protected health care.

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The committee hearing focused on a package of Massachusetts privacy and technology bills, especially measures to ban the sale of location data, establish a comprehensive consumer data privacy law, and regulate biometric recognition and surveillance pricing. Chairs and sponsors argued that self-regulation has failed, that data brokers and large tech companies routinely collect and monetize sensitive information, and that state action is needed because federal protections are weak or absent. Several speakers tied the bills to reproductive health, gender-affirming care, domestic violence, children’s data, and other sensitive uses of location and biometric information. Supporters included legislators and advocates who backed H. 86/S. 197 (Location Shield), H. 78/S. 45/H. 104/S. 29 (comprehensive privacy bills), H. 99/S. 47 (surveillance pricing in grocery stores), and H. 36/S. 36 (biometric recognition accountability). They emphasized data minimization, bans on selling sensitive data, consumer rights to access, delete, and opt out, and in some cases a private right of action. Several witnesses said Massachusetts should lead or align with other states, while others argued that stronger protections are needed because data can be weaponized by stalkers, anti-abortion actors, abusive partners, insurers, or law enforcement. Industry and coalition witnesses urged the committee to favor a more standardized, interoperable framework modeled on laws already adopted in other states, warning that novel definitions, data-minimization rules, and private rights of action could create compliance burdens, confusion, and costs for businesses, including small businesses. They argued that entity-level exemptions for sectors already covered by federal laws like HIPAA or GLBA promote consistency, and that Attorney General enforcement is preferable to private lawsuits. Committee members questioned witnesses on patchwork concerns, the scope of exemptions, and whether the proposed bills would harm or help consumers and small businesses. No votes or final actions were taken during the hearing; written testimony was noted as due later, and the committee continued taking testimony from multiple panels and virtual witnesses.

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• it depends on each of the violations. it depends on each of the violations.
• <01:14:39.480> I'm<01:14:40.000> I'm depending per day of violation.
• I'm I'm depending per day of violation.
• The, um, the penalty would be a fine based on the 30,000 per day violation.
• I think it would give per day violation.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• Today, the same violation is happening again in a new way through AI.
• Today, the same violation is happening again in a new way through AI.
• And the impact of that kind of violation does not simply just go away.
• The problem is, unfortunately, we've had repeated violations of these fusion centers violating state
• law, violating SB 54.

Keywords: 987, senate, all

Summary: The committee met without a quorum and operated as a subcommittee while hearing a long agenda of public safety bills. Early announcements covered consent calendar items, a pulled bill (SB 906), testimony limits, and a recess for lunch. Several measures were heard in special order and file order, with votes deferred until quorum was established. The committee also accepted or discussed amendments on multiple bills during presentation. SB 1446, by the committee, would change parole en banc review procedures by giving commissioners more discretion, making en banc votes public, and allowing CDCR referrals for sexually violent predator evaluations in certain cases. Support came from the California District Attorneys Association, while opposition came from Uncommon Law, the Ella Baker Center, and public defender and youth justice groups, who argued it would add confusion, raise constitutional concerns, and duplicate existing safeguards. SB 1278, by Senator Nilo, would exclude certain sex offenses from elderly parole eligibility; the author and district attorney supporters cited high-profile cases and victim trauma, while opponents said the current process is already rigorous, low-risk, and evidence-based. SB 1354, by Senator Archuleta, would prohibit out-of-state military or law enforcement personnel from entering California to perform such functions without the Governor’s permission; the committee amendment removed a criminal penalty, and the bill drew support from the California Public Defenders Association and allied groups, with no opposition heard. SB 926, by Senator Strickland, would fund implementation of Proposition 36 through a public safety services support fund; supporters said local agencies need resources for treatment, probation, and accountability, while opponents argued the bill was fiscally reckless, lacked guardrails, and prioritized incarceration over community-based treatment. The chair and author discussed amendments removing a fixed appropriation and shifting funding decisions to the budget process. SB 874, by Senator Weber Pearsons, would strengthen oversight of Medi-Cal behavioral health treatment services, especially ABA services, by requiring background checks for certain unlicensed providers, creating a stakeholder workgroup, and directing DHCS to issue guidance and report to the Legislature. Supporters said the bill would improve patient safety and program integrity, and no opposition testified. SB 1210, also by Senator Weber Pearsons, would extend CalGang oversight and due-process protections to local gang databases; supporters described privacy harms and inaccurate labeling, while law enforcement opposition said local investigative databases need flexibility and that the bill could significantly expand regulation. SB 1019, by Senator Grove, would create a California Cargo Thief Task Force in the Attorney General’s Office to combat organized cargo theft; it drew broad support from rail, trucking, shipping, and port interests, with testimony describing organized, dangerous theft rings and supply-chain disruption, and no opposition was heard. SB 1217, the non-consensual intimate image clearinghouse bill, was introduced at the end of the transcript after committee and privacy amendments were summarized, but its testimony and any action were not included in the excerpt.

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• We don't have that same requirement for violations.
• It just says requirement for violations.
• If they're committing a violation of the law. So you find out they're not licensed.
• If they're committing a violation of law, we would enforce the law.
• <00:52:42.240> of licensing and they found violations of licensing and they found violations

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• If it violated the registry, it violated state law because it wasn't registered? Yes, sir.
• That is clearly a violation of federal interstate law.
• These aren't minor violations.
• You are in federal violation of the interstate commerce.
• ...violations in district and inferior courts, no.

Bills: SB5, SB11, SB12, SB 5, SB 11, SB 12

Keywords: hemp regulation, consumable products, cannabinoids, occupational licenses, criminal offenses, SB 11, Texas attorney general, election crimes, election law enforcement, criminal prosecution, Election Code, Government Code Chapter 402, local prosecutors, county attorney, district attorney, grand jury, probable cause reports, state election offenses, voter fraud, election integrity

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• And And even request an audit after review, the Secretary of State can determine if there's a violation
• And do so in violation of what we have established and then caught in the Whitley settlement.
• A person does not. need to know that it is illegal to register to vote to violate this law.
• I recognize you can't do a, you know, without violating two-subject rules.
• We are not allowed by a state to have 3% 2% people's ballots being violated.

Bills: SB16, SB76, SB310, SB311, SB396, SB505, SB827, SB964, SB1209, SB1210, SB1386, SB1470, SB2035, SJR37, SB 16

Keywords: voter registration, proof of citizenship, Election Code, criminal offenses, limited federal ballot, transportation, infrastructure, funding, public safety, state regulation, election, polling places, voter access, state oversight, electronic voting, voting, polling place, elections, countywide program, election integrity

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• registration requirements the violating registration requirements the court<00:25:43.520> May
• With drivers' violations involving alcohol, you can no longer get that off your record if you violate
• that in a off your record if you violate that in a civil<00:26:25.440> manner<00:26:26.000>
• Having your body sexually violated is the least traumatic part of being a victim of child sex crimes,
• So with this child pornography, it’s a violation of the children’s rights.

Keywords: 1183, house

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• Senate Bill 203 is an act relating to penalties for second or subsequent violations of operating a motor
• S. 203, an act relating to penalties for second or subsequent violations of operating a motor vehicle
• S. 203, an act relating to penalties for second or subsequent violations of operating a motor vehicle
• S. 203, an act relating to penalties for second or subsequent violations of operating a motor vehicle
• are all becoming 20-point violations are all becoming 20-point violations based<01:43:34.600>

Keywords: 926, house, all

Summary: The House opened with a devotional reflection on Nowruz, the Persian New Year, emphasizing renewal, spring, and the challenges facing Iranian families amid conflict. The speaker connected the holiday’s themes of hope and responsibility to Vermont and democracy, then the chamber moved to routine business, including first readings and referrals of five House bills: H.945 on hemp products, H.946 on utility advertising and costs in rental agreements, H.947 on a residential universal design building code, H.948 on membership of the Retired Employees Committee on Insurance, and H.949 on homestead and non-homestead property tax yields and technical education finance changes. Three Senate bills were also read and referred: S.189 on hospital service reductions, S.203 on penalties for repeat DUI offenses, and S.313 on transforming Vermont’s career technical education system. The House also recognized several guests and announcements, including family members of members, airport employees, a UVM student intern, and visitors from Brazil. A House concurrent resolution, HCR 168, was read and congratulated Girl Scout Troop 60336 of Milton on earning the Bronze Award for a community garden project that improved accessibility through rain barrels and raised beds. The resolution highlighted the troop’s leadership and the role of its co-leaders, and the chamber applauded the guests in attendance. The main floor action centered on House Bill 642, relating to youthful offender proceedings, where Representative Booton of Barre City offered an amendment to stop the scheduled expansion of Raise the Age to 20-year-olds. Supporters argued the change would preserve current treatment of 18-year-olds while preventing an automatic expansion they said could strain the system and raise public safety concerns; opponents, including the Judiciary Committee, urged waiting for required Department for Children and Families reports due in 2026 before making changes. After debate, a roll call vote was taken on the amendment, with members calling the roll as the vote proceeded.