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• and members, Senate Bill 1488 appropriates $600,000 from the State General Fund in FY 2027 to the Office
• So it meant all the more to me when, through his office, he fought for the National Scenic Trail designation
• incident management platform to fire and law enforcement agencies, provides a standardized incident command
• If it's not, it's a class three misdemeanor, and it should be sued by the Attorney General's office or
• And it can and should be sued by the Attorney General's office or by the consumer.

Bills: SB1041, SB1363, SB1418, SB1419, SB1445, SB1447, SB1488, SB1519, SB1523, SB1560, SB1580

Keywords: electronic monitoring, nursing care, assisted living, resident rights, privacy, consent, surveillance, marijuana, rural opportunity, dispensary, economic development, licensing, social equity, unserved communities, Arizona, small modular reactors, energy regulation, environmental compatibility, utility construction, agricultural use

Summary: The committee took up several appropriations and policy bills, beginning with SB 1488, which would provide $600,000 for a workforce development study on coal-impacted communities in northern Arizona, including areas affected by the closure of the Navajo Generating Station. The sponsor and supporters said the study is intended to help communities transition economically, diversify, and support new jobs; the bill received a do-pass recommendation on a 7-0 vote. SB 1523, appropriating $340,000 to the Navajo Nation for the Ganado waterline pipeline project, was also advanced after testimony that the project would bring clean drinking water to about 235 homes and that the remaining funding gap had been reduced to the requested amount; it passed 7-0 with one member not voting. The committee then approved SB 1041, which would appropriate $500,000 to the Arizona Trail Fund. Supporters described the Arizona Trail as a statewide recreational and cultural asset that needs maintenance and continued support, and the bill received a do-pass recommendation on a 7-0 vote. SB 1445, which would allow smaller cities and towns to use approved on-site bacteriological testing equipment and limit how often ADEQ may require sampling, drew concern from one member about whether the language could be read as restricting sampling during discharge events, but supporters said it would save small towns money; it passed 5-3. Members also advanced SB 1580, a $2.545 million appropriation for fire incident management software and hardware for fire and law enforcement agencies. Fire officials said the platform would improve accountability, information sharing, drone integration, and interoperability during incidents; the bill passed 5-3. SB 1363, which would create additional rural dispensary licensing opportunities for underserved areas, drew support from rural advocates and opposition from the dispensary industry over the number of licenses and transferability language; it passed 8-0. SB 1418, which would streamline siting for small modular nuclear reactors in certain counties, was supported by proponents who argued it would help Arizona meet future energy demand and opposed by counties and environmental groups concerned about local zoning, public review, and waste; it passed 5-3. Finally, SB 1419, a rooftop solar consumer-protection bill requiring added disclosures and inspections, was supported by county officials and some consumer advocates but opposed by solar industry representatives and environmental groups who said it could discourage rooftop solar and restrict speech; it passed 6-2. The committee then began hearing SB 1447, which would extend the groundwater withdrawal fee moratorium and related fund deadlines for Pinal County water projects, with supporters saying the extension is needed to continue well rehabilitation and infrastructure work after Colorado River and CAP-related cuts.

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• May all who call you Lord heed your commandments.

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, 1012, house, all

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• In this place where laws are made, we treasure and preserve the commandments you have given us.

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Friday, December 5, 2025, 1012, house, all

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• You command us to support goodness with knowledge, that we would not be ignorant of the complexity of

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Friday, October 24, 2025, 1012, house, all

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• Our office. So Jenny, that's a special talent, and I appreciate your hard work in our office.
• After 9/11, I served for 10 years in the Army as a platoon leader, executive officer, detachment commander
• , and retreating commander.
• , and every senator's office, the governor's office, lieutenant governor's speaker—thank you all.
• face of the office.

Keywords: 1184, house, all

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• these officers.
• We can't leave officers exposed.
• And then as far as the danger to officers, there's aggravated assault on an officer. If you...
• As far as the danger to officers, there's aggravated assault on an officer.
• I do think the definition would cover a federal officer, just under peace officer, but we're certainly

Bills: HB2109, HB2168, HB2198, HB2226, HB2415, HB2440, HB2665, HB2805, HB2811, HB2825, HB2857, HB2874, HB2966, HB4067, HB4117, HCR2001, HCR2016, HCR2051

Keywords: distracted driving, portable wireless communication devices, motorcycles, traffic safety, civil penalties, public nuisance, nuisance abatement, abatement action, injunction, superior court, attorney general, county attorney, city attorney, board of supervisors, obscenity, obscene materials, adult materials, pornography, schools, parks

Summary: The committee approved the minutes and announced several bills would be held at the sponsors’ request, including HB 4117, HCR 2016, HCR 2051, and HB 2415. It then took up HB 2811, which would expand obstructing governmental operations to include knowingly interfering with a lawful arrest and make that conduct a felony. Supporters, including a county attorney representative, argued the bill closes a loophole and protects officers from third-party interference during arrests, while opponents from criminal justice and civil liberties groups said existing laws already cover the conduct and warned the bill could chill First Amendment activity such as filming police or protesting. The committee debated whether the bill duplicated resisting arrest and hindering prosecution statutes, then passed HB 2811 on a 3-2 vote with one member not voting. The committee next heard HB 2665, which would create a manslaughter offense for an adult who intentionally gives advice or encouragement through a directed communication to a minor to die by suicide, including via social media or text. Representative Carter and family members of suicide victims described the bill as a response to online encouragement and a way to hold people accountable when minors are clearly urged toward suicide. The committee then passed HB 2665 unanimously, 6-0 with one not voting. It also approved HB 2857, allowing the Department of Corrections to store inmate medical records electronically and dispose of paper copies, by a 5-1 vote. The committee then passed HB 2226, which requires courts to ask about veteran status at initial appearance, notify prosecutors, and connect veterans to services and possible treatment court referrals; an amendment shifted the service-notice duty from prosecutors to the court. Supporters said the bill helps identify veterans with PTSD or other needs and can reduce recidivism, and it passed 6-0. HB 2168, which would require county board approval before the Attorney General could bring a public nuisance action in superior court, drew sharp disagreement over the AG’s use of nuisance litigation against businesses such as dairies, industrial plants, and rail projects; supporters framed it as local control and opposition to overreach, while opponents said it would weaken accountability and protect corporate interests. The committee passed HB 2168 on a 3-2 vote with two not voting. Finally, the committee heard HB 2966, which would bar early termination of lifetime probation for dangerous crimes against children and apply that restriction retroactively. Supporters argued it would keep serious child offenders on supervision and protect victims, while opponents, including survivors and defense advocates, said DCAC is a sentencing enhancement rather than a standalone offense, that the bill removes judicial discretion, may raise ex post facto concerns, and could sweep in lower-level online conduct. The bill passed 4-2 with one not voting. The committee then began hearing HCR 2001, a voter referral to end early voting the Friday before Election Day, require government-issued ID for voting, and restrict mail ballot procedures; the sponsor said it would improve election integrity and speed results, while opponents argued it would burden voters and reduce access. The transcript cuts off during testimony and debate on that measure.

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• Again, if anyone needs a white badge, please go to the Senate Pro Tem's office in Room 105.
• The chief operating officer of the YMCA of Central New Mexico is Mr. Albert Ramirez.
• Senator by the office. Thank you, Mr. President. Thank you, Senator Brandt.
• Before we were even a state, they had a post office.
• Please display it proudly in your offices or on your desk. Use it as a paperweight.

Keywords: 996, all

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• Chris McKenzie brings a similar resume. career inside the industrial-based policy office at DOD.
• So building on the authority that you all created with the Office of Strategic Capital, there's opportunities
• Of our command and control, for instance, C4ISR. So yeah, it's absolutely essential.
• Your 2025 defense bill includes a provision from my office, section 1074, a report on operational plans
• make a bet at below market rates, like the Department of Energy has, and builds off the what the Office

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• belongs to all... ...meantime, good insight belongs to all those who fear you, Father, and do your commandments
• He is paging in the Speaker's office and is also the nephew of Ron Daisy.
• Number 65 by Representative Clark, commending Joan Jenin on her retirement as the Chief Executive Officer

Keywords: 1136, house, all

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• We've also repeatedly worked with Senator Middleton's office.
• And she told the DPS officer, she said, they were crying.
• I come before you both as a peace officer and a parent.
• We also have a tax office in our building, and my office with the payment windows is right across from
• I immediately hung up and called my OB's office.

Bills: HB7, SB 8, HB7, SB 8

Keywords: abortion, healthcare, jurisdiction, civil action, qui tam, prohibition, state law, sex designation, restroom access, civil penalties, private civil right of action, women's privacy, 997, house, all

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• Of our public office, the Attorney General's office.
• apart from every other office.
• It sets it apart from the Governor's Office, it sets it apart from every Prosecutor's Office, and creates
• a situation where there is more secrecy In the Attorney General's Office than in any other office.
• office.

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• Our security officers have... ...as peace officers in the state of Missouri.
• of law enforcement officer background.
• cannot share information with our security officers.
• office.
• Too many times people in public office who have leadership ability use security or police officers to

Keywords: 959, house, all

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• They use command prompts.
• They use command prompts.
• They use command prompts.
• They use command prompts.
• They use command prompts.

Bills: HR1

Keywords: January 6 insurrection, pardon, law enforcement, violent crimes, public safety, justice system, political accountability, 1183, house

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• This is how he operates in his office when I come... ...scene.
• Some counties also require that their fire marshals be licensed peace officers.
• It clarifies that fire marshal police officers may conduct fire-related police activities.
• However, the bill states that these specific peace officers may not enforce traffic laws.
• The county created a Dallas marshal's office.

Bills: SB34, SB119, SB261, SB532, SB1035, SB1245, SB1247, SB1267, SB1442, SB1930, SB1948, SB2078, SB2112, SB2143, SB2155

Keywords: wildfire, wildfire mitigation, wildfire prevention, volunteer fire department, Texas A&M Forest Service, West Texas A&M University, prescribed burning, fuel loading, fuel reduction, firefighting equipment database, emergency communications, disaster preparedness, rural fire protection, asset hardening, natural resource management, emergency management, large wildfire risk, fire grant funding, fire suppression, Texas Legislature

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• An elected law enforcement officer, county judge, or an appointed public officer of the state or a political
• Once they are elected to the office, the training...
• You've got to work with the law enforcement office. Lots of things.
• So I'm assuming you're talking about the sheriff's office? Yes, sir.
• If you talk to the sheriff's office, that is. An extension of the county.

Keywords: 1185, senate, all

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• Court officers, would you please clear the aisles?
• Court officers, would you please clear the aisles. Would court officers please clear the aisles?
• Court officers will please clear the aisles.
• Speaker, members of this great and general court, our court officers, our constitutional officers, governors
• We walked from our office down the hall and thought, Many more.

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The House of Representatives convened on January 1, 2025, for the opening of the 194th General Court. The session began with the call to order, invocation, Pledge of Allegiance, and National Anthem, followed by remarks from the Dean of the House, Governor Maura Healey, and Speaker Ron Mariano. Speakers highlighted the historic nature of the new session, the approaching 250th anniversary of American independence, and priorities such as public service, transparency, and continued collaboration between the House, Senate, and administration. The House received and filed the Secretary of the Commonwealth’s communication transmitting election returns, then adopted a special committee report confirming that the members-elect had been duly elected. The chamber also accepted the resignation/declination of Representative-elect Gerald Paracela, who had been nominated to the District Court. A committee was appointed to notify the Governor that a quorum of members-elect had assembled and were ready to be sworn in, after which the Governor administered the oaths of office to the members. The House then elected Ronald Mariano of Quincy as Speaker by roll-call vote, with 132 votes; Bradley H. Jones Jr. received 21 votes, Mark T. Lombardo 4, and the total vote count was 157. Timothy Carroll of Hull was elected Clerk by acclamation and sworn in, and he announced the appointment of assistant clerks. The House also adopted temporary rules to continue the prior session’s House rules and temporary joint rules, and agreed to a Senate order scheduling a convention for the following day to administer oaths to the Governor’s Council. The session concluded with a benediction and adjournment until the next day at 11 a.m.

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• of Member, House of Representatives, as shown by the records of this office.
• The oath of office will now be administered to the members-elect.
• Justice Kennedy, please approach the well to administer the oaths of office.
• Administering the oath of office will be the Honorable Justice Curiel.
• Administering the oath of office today will be Justice Curio. Mr.

Summary: The House convened for its organization session, opened with prayer, the presentation of colors, the Pledge of Allegiance, and the national anthem. The Secretary of State’s certification of the 2024 election was accepted as prima facie evidence, the members-elect were seated, a quorum was established, and the newly elected and returning members were sworn in by Florida Supreme Court justices. The chamber also recognized the Governor, Cabinet members, former speakers, former members, and other guests in attendance. The main business of the session was the election of House leadership and adoption of the chamber’s rules. Representative Fentrice Driskell was nominated by the Democratic caucus and delivered remarks emphasizing constituent service, opposition oversight, and priorities such as hurricane recovery, insurance affordability, reproductive rights, gun violence, education, and poverty. Representative Daniel Perez was nominated by the Republican caucus, seconded, and then elected Speaker by unanimous vote after a motion to close nominations and dispense with a roll call. Perez was sworn in and said his priority would be serving Floridians through practical action, fiscal discipline, and reforms that reduce bureaucracy and special-interest influence. The House then adopted House Resolution 10, establishing House rules for the 2024-2026 term, and Senate Concurrent Resolution 20, establishing joint legislative rules. Representative Gottlieb spoke in opposition to the rules, arguing that recent changes restricted debate and reduced deliberation. The House also appointed a committee to notify the Senate that the House was organized, elected Representative Wyman Duggan as Speaker Pro Tempore by unanimous vote, and announced caucus leadership selections, including Duggan as Speaker Pro Tempore and Driskell as Democratic minority leader. The session concluded with administrative motions authorizing technical corrections to the rules, spreading the organization-session remarks upon the journal, and adjourning sine die.

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• of Member, House of Representatives, as shown by the records of this office.
• As shown by the records of this office.
• The oath of office will now be administered to the members-elect.
• Administering the oath of office will be the Honorable Justice Curiel.
• Administering the oath of office today will be Justice Curio.

Summary: The House convened for its organization session with prayer, the presentation of colors, the Pledge of Allegiance, and the national anthem, followed by introductions of guests including state officials, former House leaders and members, and members of the judiciary. The Secretary of State’s certification of the 2024 election was accepted as prima facie evidence of the members-elect’s election, a quorum was established, and the newly elected and returning members were sworn in by Florida Supreme Court justices. The House then formally declared the members duly elected and qualified to serve in the 92nd Florida House. The chamber proceeded to the election of Speaker. Representative Fentrice Driskell was nominated and seconded, and she delivered remarks emphasizing the role of the minority caucus, the need to address issues such as hurricanes, insurance and condo costs, gun violence, education, poverty, and protecting rights. Representative Daniel Perez was then nominated and seconded; after speeches highlighting his leadership and style, the House adopted a motion to dispense with the roll call and record a unanimous vote for him. Perez was sworn in as Speaker and said his priority would be serving the people of Florida, focusing on practical action, fiscal discipline, competition, and reducing barriers for residents and businesses. After the Speaker’s remarks, the House adopted House Resolution 1-0 establishing House rules for the 2024-2026 term, despite opposition from Representative Gottlieb, who argued the rules continued to restrict debate and limit the opposition’s voice. The House also adopted Senate Concurrent Resolution 2-0 establishing joint legislative rules. The chamber then appointed a committee to inform the Senate that the House was organized, elected Representative Wyman Duggan as Speaker Pro Tempore by unanimous vote, and announced party leadership and administrative appointments. The session concluded with motions to authorize technical corrections to the rules, spread the organization session remarks upon the journal, and adjourn sine die.

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• have made and also create transparency and reports to both the legislative body and the governor's office
• justification to us in here in the legislature through the speaker, the pro tem, and the governor's office
• For instance, savings that might cut employees or might cut offices, etc. that might have an impact on
• So what I would imagine is similar to your chain of command.
• of the savings is they have to submit that report to the speaker of the pro tem in the governor's office

Bills: SB1415, SB1714, SB1962, SB26, SB172

Keywords: nondisclosure agreements, state employment, employee rights, transparency, government accountability, employee suggestions, cost savings, state agencies, incentives, performance awards, efficiency, Oklahoma Central Purchasing Act, state procurement, state purchasing, State Purchasing Director, Office of Management and Enterprise Services, OMES, exempt entities, purchasing exemptions, state contracts

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• and Co of Department of Transportation, Rodney Cruise, senior vice president and chief operating officer
• If it's okay, I would like to invite our chief operating officer and assistant secretary will Watts to
• utilize in in technology like airport rail shuttle Services kitchen arrived from your home to the office
• Chairman Rodney Cruise, senior vice president chief operating officer for Embry Riddle Aeronautical University
• We we are working with the base commanders.