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TX

Texas 89th Regular

Higher Education Apr 8th, 2025

Higher Education

Transcript Highlights:
  • So many Texas employees who qualify for the program. program are not aware that they do qualify.
  • So that the employee is made aware that the program exists and so they can take advantage of the program
  • Separate from this program, it's a good program.
  • There are loan forgiveness programs and so forth.
  • Funded and foundation-funded residency programs all over the country.
MA

Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session

Combatting Antisemitism Jun 21st, 2026 at 11:00 am

Transcript Highlights:
  • And so I hoped this commission would reflect the full diversity of Jewish experience and present a holistic
  • We are a diverse people, and as such, tying our religion to a nation state denies the rich history of
  • We are a diverse people, and as such, tying our religion to a nation state denies the rich history of
  • During my tenure at the Boston Jewish Film Festival, I programmed The Law in These Parts.
  • This stifles free speech, it stifles political speech, and it stifles Jewish diversity.
Keywords: 995, all
Summary: The commission held a public comment hearing as it continued work toward a November 30 statutory deadline for its final report. The co-chairs reviewed logistics for the hybrid format, two-minute testimony limit, respectful conduct, and the plan to alternate between in-person and virtual speakers. The commission approved the minutes from its previous September 8 meeting by motion and vote, with no nays. Much of the testimony focused on how the commission should define antisemitism, especially whether to adopt the IHRA definition and whether it improperly conflates antisemitism with criticism of Israel or Zionism. Many speakers, including Jewish educators, rabbis, academics, students, and legislators, described personal experiences with antisemitism and urged the commission to address hate while protecting free speech, academic freedom, and the ability to criticize Israeli government policy. Several called for the commission to reject or narrow the IHRA definition and instead consider the Jerusalem Declaration or other frameworks that distinguish antisemitism from anti-Zionism. Others emphasized that antisemitism should be addressed alongside racism, Islamophobia, white nationalism, and other forms of bias, and some urged broader anti-bias training in schools. A smaller number of speakers supported stronger action against antisemitism in schools and public institutions, including concerns about antisemitic materials in education and about organizations or events they viewed as promoting hate. A recurring theme was the conflict in Gaza and its impact on the debate: some speakers condemned Israel’s military actions as genocide, apartheid, or colonialism and said criticism of those actions should not be treated as antisemitic, while others defended Israel, rejected genocide claims, and argued that anti-Israel activism can fuel antisemitism. Several speakers also raised concerns about campus discipline, union materials, and state facility rentals, and one speaker asked that state resources not be used by groups they viewed as inciting hate. No additional votes or formal actions were taken beyond approving the prior minutes and hearing public testimony.
FL

Florida 2026 5th Special Session

Rules Feb 3rd, 2026

Transcript Highlights:
  • So this becomes a program election offices feel very confident using consistently across counties.
  • Just want some guardrails, and this is a great program, and I do support it. Thank you, so.
  • I just want some guardrails, and this is a great program, and I do support it.
  • And it is decreasing social skills, communication skills, the ability to embrace diversity.
  • And it is decreasing social skills, communication skills, the ability to embrace diversity.
Summary: The Committee on Rules met and first approved several open-government sunset repeal bills and related measures. SB 7024 and SB 7026, both sponsored by Senator Mayfield, were explained as consolidating and extending public records/public meetings exemptions for cybersecurity information and trade secrets held by agencies; both were reported favorably. SB 7020, sponsored by Senator Trumbull, reenacted an aquaculture records exemption for records held by the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services and was also reported favorably. Later, the committee approved SB 14 and SB 24, claims bills for relief involving Miami-Dade County, and SB 16, a claims bill for Heriberto Sanchez Mayan against the City of St. Petersburg; all were reported favorably without opposition. The committee also approved CS for SB 806, a consumer right-to-repair bill creating portable wireless device and agricultural equipment repair acts, despite opposition from several industry groups, and reported it favorably.
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Assembly Elections Committee Apr 9th, 2025

Transcript Highlights:
  • But just so you know, in your particular county, it is very diverse in terms of population centers.
  • Merced County takes great pride in its community diversity and has a proven track record of ensuring
  • They simply don't participate in the VCA program because they don't have the resources to achieve all
  • In response to your concern with the automated programming interface option in the bill, I am happy to
  • Assemblymember Lowenthal continued: “In recent years, 13 very diverse states, including Kentucky, New
Summary: The committee heard a long agenda of elections-related bills. It first approved three consent items: AB 808, AB 1029, and AB 1072. The committee then took up AB 1249, which would require non-Voter’s Choice Act counties to offer at least one Saturday early-voting location before statewide elections and allow in-person return of vote-by-mail ballots at designated county offices or satellite locations. Supporters said it would expand access for working voters and those with transportation barriers; some members raised concerns about ballot verification and added workload for rural counties. The bill passed the committee on a divided vote and was placed on call for absent members. The committee next considered AB 25, a voter ID and election integrity measure that would require citizenship verification, government ID for voting, tighter voter-roll audits, and a 72-hour ballot-counting deadline. The author and supporters argued it would restore public trust and improve election integrity, while opponents from the League of Women Voters, ACLU California Action, labor groups, disability advocates, and others said it would restrict access, burden vulnerable voters, and amount to voter suppression. After extensive debate, the committee voted the bill out on a narrow split and kept it on call. Members also approved AB 1164, which clarifies when voters are entitled to a replacement ballot and updates the Voter Bill of Rights language; AB 1441, which would create an independent citizens redistricting commission in Merced County despite opposition from the county board over cost and local control; and AB 16, which would clarify county election officials’ authority to begin processing vote-by-mail ballots earlier and clean up outdated code. The committee also heard AB 1411, which would require non-VCA counties to prepare voter education and outreach plans and use a Secretary of State template, with the sponsor saying it would improve voter information statewide.
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Agriculture Committee Jun 16th, 2026

Agriculture

Transcript Highlights:
  • By codifying these advisory committees, AB 52 ensures that CDFA designs and implements programs that
  • are more equitable, effective, and responsive to the needs of California's diverse agricultural community
  • Well, I love this program and to see the success that has brought us since 2017, and codifying it means
  • This program ensures that seeds are free from noxious weeds, that they contain what's on the label, and
  • So that consumer protection program, she mentioned in 1973, this program was put into place with a $40
Keywords: 987, senate, all
Summary: The California Senate Committee on Agriculture heard several bills focused on agricultural equity, seed regulation, conservation, and pest prevention. AB 52 by Assembly Member Aguiar-Curry would codify two existing CDFA advisory committees created under the Farmer Equity Act: the California BIPOC Producer Advisory Committee and the Small-Scale Producer Advisory Committee. Supporters said the committees give socially disadvantaged farmers and ranchers a permanent voice in policy and program development, while no opposition was presented. Members spoke favorably about the bill and its equity goals. AB 1848 by Assembly Member Ransom would raise seed law fees to fund CDFA seed enforcement, which supporters described as a consumer protection measure ensuring seeds are accurately labeled and free of contamination and noxious weeds. AB 1551 by Assembly Member Krell would add implementation of the “rice footprint” to the California Rice Commission’s priorities, tying rice acreage management to habitat conservation for waterfowl, shorebirds, salmon, and other species; the bill drew support from conservation groups and the rice industry. AB 2143 by Assembly Member Irwin would prohibit online marketplaces from facilitating the sale and shipment of noxious weeds into California, with supporters citing the spread of invasive species through e-commerce and the need to modernize enforcement. After discussion, the committee took formal action once a quorum was established. AB 2143 was moved first and passed 3-0, then the committee approved the consent calendar items and AB 52, AB 1848, and AB 1551. All bills were reported out of committee, with several initially held on call for absent members before final votes were recorded. The meeting then adjourned.
NH

New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session

House Health, Human Services and Elderly Affairs (01/22/2025)

Health, Human Services & Elderly Affairs

Transcript Highlights:
  • we have learned a lot about the program we have learned a lot about the program and<00:52:26.240
  • qualifications to get into the program qualifications to get into the program and<00:52:33.599><
  • It's a medical program.
  • Since the program began in 2016, the program has never raised its fees.
  • Since the program began in 2016, the program has never raised its fees.
Keywords: 1189, house, all
HI

Hawaii 2025 Regular Session

Senate Floor Session 03-18-2025 11:30am

Hawaii Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • We have the auto program instructor, Ethan Quan, as well as vice principals Carlos Ramirez and Andre
  • Smith, and from the Honolulu Community College Diesel Technology Program, Professor Bobby Salva.
  • the a high school auto program the a high school auto program instructor<00:02:36.040> Ethan<
  • Professor Bobby Salva Technology Program Professor Bobby Salva Tiera<00:03:37.400> he's<00:03
  • Ethan is a true leader who has the ability to connect with people from diverse backgrounds.
Keywords: 912, senate, all
KY

Kentucky 2026 Regular Session

Senate Standing Committee on Natural Resources & Energy. (2-11-26)

Natural Resources & Energy

Transcript Highlights:
  • within the Commonwealth to program within the Commonwealth to facilitate<00:07:58.080> the<00
  • <00:11:44.160> of we also talk about the u the diverse of we also talk about the u the diverse
  • <00:14:34.959> So<00:14:35.279> that development incentive programs.
  • So that development incentive programs.
  • The Janus program is to develop and place small modular reactors in the military.
Summary: The committee first handled routine business, including a prayer, the pledge, recognition of an Energy and Environment Cabinet leadership academy group, a roll call establishing quorum, and approval of the previous meeting’s minutes. The main item was Senator Danny Carroll’s presentation of legislation to create a nuclear-ready site readiness pilot program in Kentucky. He said the bill is intended to help build a nuclear ecosystem in the Commonwealth by supporting early site permits, construction permits, or combined licenses, with the state contributing up to $25 million per project and a total of $75 million for up to three projects. He emphasized safeguards such as refundable funding if conditions are not met, legislative rather than authority-only selection of projects, and oversight by the Kentucky Nuclear Energy Development Authority (NIDTA). He also described related provisions on cost recovery through the Public Service Commission, tax incentive eligibility for nuclear ecosystem projects, training and consultant support for the authority, and eligibility for fusion projects. Carroll and Rodney Andrews said the proposal is meant to attract utilities, developers, and large industrial users such as data centers, and to spread projects geographically, with particular attention to Eastern Kentucky and other rural areas. They said selection criteria would include site suitability, prior site use, regional economic need and impact, geographic diversity, additional investment, federal funding status, and whether a community has applied to be designated nuclear-ready. They stressed that communities would not be forced to host reactors and could choose which parts of the nuclear ecosystem to participate in. Carroll also said the bill could help Kentucky compete with states like Texas and Tennessee, and Andrews said industry contacts viewed the proposal as a signal that Kentucky is open to investment. Members generally expressed support for the bill and its goals, while asking about taxpayer exposure, site size, permitting, grid needs, national security, and reactor technology. Carroll said the state’s direct commitment would be capped at $75 million, with any additional cost recovery depending on PSC approval and project specifics. He said small modular reactor sites would be much smaller than traditional plants, and described a model in which a utility partners with a developer and a data center, with power contracts helping offset costs over decades. On security and technology, Carroll and Andrews said newer reactors would still be subject to the same standards as larger units, and Andrews explained that next-generation designs may use different fuels and materials such as TRISO and high-assay low-enriched uranium. No vote on the bill was taken in the portion provided, and the chair noted time limits and that additional members still had questions, including one witness expected to speak against the measure.
MN

Minnesota 2025 1st Special Session

House Agriculture Finance and Policy Committee 4/2/25

Agriculture Finance and Policy

Transcript Highlights:
  • <00:08:46.519> uh veterinary loan forgiveness program uh veterinary loan forgiveness program
  • this program.
  • our cafeterias is quite diverse.
  • food for their summer feeding program food for their summer feeding program Which<00:35:36.079><
  • to get the program kickstarted.
CO

Colorado 2026 Regular Session

Colorado House 2026 Legislative Day 092 Apr 16th, 2026

Colorado House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • And then you have a voluntary program And then you have a voluntary program that<00:57:37.760>
  • Our counties are diverse.
  • And I said this in the in diverse state.
  • You know, we we have so many diverse You know, we we have so many diverse areas<01:23:01.000>
  • And we already have programs for that.
Keywords: 981, all
Summary: The House convened with a quorum, approved the journal, and then spent much of the early portion of the meeting on recognitions and announcements. Members welcomed the Sikh community of Colorado for Baisakhi and Sikh Awareness and Appreciation Month, noted a langar lunch at the Capitol, and announced a governor’s proclamation later in the day. Other tributes highlighted Jackie Robinson Day, Golf Day at the Capitol, an upcoming Colorado Religious Freedom Day event, and an Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority legislative day and youth leadership program. After announcements, the chamber moved to business and adopted a motion making Senate Bill 109, Senate Bill 104, House Bill 1245, and Senate Bill 121 special orders for April 15. The House then began consideration of Senate Bill 109, concerning building code standards for accessible housing supported by public money. The committee report was adopted, and debate focused on an amendment offered by Representative Soper to exempt counties that have not adopted international building codes. Supporters argued the amendment would protect rural counties, preserve local control, and avoid higher housing costs and budget strain; opponents said it would undermine uniformity. Several members spoke in favor, and the amendment was still under discussion when the transcript ended. Committee announcements also noted that Judiciary would hear Senate Bill 1283 and Senate Bill 85, Education would hear Senate Bill 153, and Health and Human Services would hear Senate Bill 60, House Bill 1347, and House Bill 1314 for action only. The House also heard that House Bill 1250 would be pushed to the following week.
NM

New Mexico 2026 Regular Session

House - Education Jan 28th, 2026 at 08:33 am

House Education

Transcript Highlights:
  • So one area that we're really proud of is the mini-grant program.
  • Network-supported programs create powerful moments of engagement.
  • Continued funding is not just an investment in programs.
  • Over this last semester within this program, we have built three model rockets.
  • type of program strengthening.
Bills: HB40, HB100, HJR1, SB64, SB19, SB44, SB83
FL

Florida 2025 Regular Session

November 5, 2025 - 03:30 PM

Transcript Highlights:
  • Services such as 988 Florida Lifeline continue to show a 96% diversion rate from an involuntary Baker
  • Someone to call for 988 mobile response teams continue to achieve a 78% diversion from Baker Act examinations
  • charge to law enforcement, we also are anxious to continue supporting through the first responder program
  • He reconnected with his family and continues to engage in recovery programs.
  • That forensic FACT program would concentrate on those individuals, add court liaison individuals and
Summary: The Human Services Subcommittee met to receive an update from the Florida Department of Children and Families on implementation of House Bill 7021, which revised the Baker Act and Marchman Act and was funded with a $50 million appropriation. Deputy Assistant Secretary Bill Hardin reported that the department has updated reference guides, training, administrative rules, and forms; launched regional behavioral health collaboratives; and created the Office of Children’s Behavioral Health Ombudsman. He said early data show continued declines in Baker Act use, high diversion rates from involuntary examinations through 988, mobile response teams, and care coordination, along with generally positive provider feedback on changes such as allowing psychiatric nurses to initiate emergency treatment orders and clarifying the 72-hour examination period. Hardin also described Marchman Act changes, including a streamlined petition process, remote testimony, improved discharge planning, and a new annual data report. He said the department has completed or is completing multiple training courses for providers and law enforcement, and has adopted or is finalizing numerous rules and forms. He reported that the regional collaboratives are identifying common statewide needs such as service capacity, resource sharing, funding flexibility, and peer support, while the ombudsman office is handling complaints and helping families navigate services. Members asked about whether the current funding is sufficient, future budget needs, outreach for the new ombudsman office, and services for juveniles. Hardin said DCF has posted legislative budget requests for additional forensic FACT services and short-term residential treatment beds, including children’s beds, and noted the ombudsman office is staffed with two FTEs and supported through existing complaint-management and regional systems. He said outreach is being done through regional collaboratives and coordination with other agencies, especially the Department of Education, and that juvenile transport and placement issues have improved with the new law. No votes were taken, and the meeting adjourned after the presentation and questions.
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

House health panel hears HF1010 3/26/25

Minnesota House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • degree program.
  • of Minnesota, but they don't want to start that program until we know that there's a route program in
  • <00:03:33.599> until don't want to start that program until don't want to start that program
  • <00:03:35.519> in we know that there's a lure program in we know that there's a lure program
  • I assume it is two years, a two-year program?
Keywords: 1183, house
NM
Transcript Highlights:
  • I will explain how school meal programs work and how the program mechanisms work, highlight the various
  • Together, these features of the program are more comprehensive than school meal programs in other states
  • However, the program evaluation may be too early to accurately assess the long-term impacts of the program
  • The whole program is a wonderful program.
  • It costs more for some of these programs, and so as you all consider the right way to fund these programs
MN

Minnesota 2025 1st Special Session

Committee on Higher Education - 01/30/25

Higher Education

Transcript Highlights:
  • every student and the value of diverse every student and the value of diverse Pathways<00:05:06.680
  • they are not part of the norstar program they are not part of the norstar program this<00:07:42.280
  • Wildan Leadership Fellows Program.
  • ><00:09:13.279> program<00:09:14.240> essentially leadership fellows program essentially
  • The pre-med program was great.
Keywords: 1187, senate, all
Summary: The committee heard informational testimony from student and advocacy groups focused on higher education affordability and support programs. Representatives of the Minnesota Association of Private College Students urged full funding for the Minnesota State Grant, describing it as essential for low- and moderate-income students and noting prior successes such as increased support for hunger-free campuses. Two student witnesses, including one first-generation college student and one refugee student, said the grant made college possible for them and warned that underfunding or cuts would limit students’ ability to choose the right school, especially at private colleges not covered by North Star Promise. Members asked questions about the students’ schools, majors, and why they chose their institutions. The witnesses emphasized scholarship opportunities, campus community, faith-based support, and the importance of financial aid in making college accessible. No votes or formal actions were taken during this portion of the hearing. The committee then heard from Vivian Dudley of Foster Advocates, who testified in support of the Foster Independence Grant. She described how the grant allowed her to begin college, stabilize housing and basic needs, and continue toward a social work degree, while warning that aging out of eligibility leaves foster youth facing renewed financial barriers. Members responded with supportive comments and asked about her educational path and work with youth; she said she wants to use her education to help others and to educate campuses on better supporting foster students. Finally, Shay Hornik of the University of Minnesota student government testified in support of North Star Promise, arguing that the program reduces financial burdens and signals that higher education should be accessible regardless of family income. Hornik cited student financial stress, rising living costs, and public opinion favoring greater investment in higher education, and urged expansion of North Star Promise to help middle-class families. No committee action was taken in the transcript.
KY

Kentucky 2026 Regular Session

House Standing Committee on Judiciary. (3-11-26)

Judiciary

Transcript Highlights:
  • program that she just described. program that she just described.
  • Second, the bill strengthens diversion by making it a family diversion, not just an agreement with the
  • Pilot Program in 10 school<00:52:54.240> districts.
  • Second, the bill strengthens diversion Second, the bill strengthens diversion by<00:53:02.080>
  • ,<00:53:04.280> not by making it a family diversion, not by making it a family diversion,
Keywords: 958, all
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Public Safety Committee Jun 16th, 2026

Public Safety

Transcript Highlights:
  • Under the misdemeanor diversion program, people charged with vehicular manslaughter are able to keep
  • programs.
  • While these programs are important tools for judges to carry out discretion based upon the details of
  • You know, the use of diversion is important for rehabilitation and addressing the criminal side of the
  • It's not interfering with the criminal procedures of how a diversion program works.
Keywords: 987, senate, all
Summary: The committee met on June 16, 2026, with a quorum present and first approved a consent calendar containing several bills, while a number of other measures were pulled and set for later hearings. The committee then heard AB 1662, which would require notice to the DMV when a defendant receives diversion in certain driving-related cases so DMV points can still be assessed. The author and supporters, including police chiefs, road safety advocates, district attorneys, cities, and AAA, said the bill closes a loophole identified in reporting on dangerous drivers; one opposition witness from the Western Center on Law and Poverty objected. The bill was moved on a due pass recommendation to Transportation and kept on call. The committee next heard AB 1741, which would allow sexual battery committed during an unlawful residential intrusion to be charged as a wobbler. The author and supporters, including district attorneys, sheriffs, and victim advocates, argued current law leaves a gap when an intruder sexually touches a victim in a home without meeting other felony elements. Public defenders opposed, saying existing burglary, attempted rape, and other statutes already cover the conduct and warning the bill was overbroad. The bill passed on a due pass as amended recommendation to Appropriations. AB 2760 followed, allowing counties with an Office of Inspector General to expand oversight to probation and animal control. The author and a San Diego supervisor’s letter framed it as optional local oversight to address capacity limits, while probation chiefs and Fresno County opposed, citing existing oversight and concerns about duplication and confidentiality. The bill passed to Local Government, with some members voting no. The committee then heard AB 1753, the Survivor Pathways to Safety Act, which would strengthen firearm relinquishment and protection-order enforcement, expand remote hearing access, and add certain offenses to firearm prohibitions. Supporters, including Giffords, prosecutors, police chiefs, emergency physicians, and victim advocates, said it would make restraining orders more effective and close enforcement gaps; gun rights groups opposed on due process and Second Amendment grounds. The bill passed to Judiciary. AB 1743, by Assembly Member Wicks, would allow local governments and certain universities to request firearm trace data from DOJ for research and policy analysis. Supporters said the data would help identify trafficking patterns and improve evidence-based policy, while NRA and gun rights groups warned about privacy, misuse, and stigmatizing lawful dealers. The bill passed to Appropriations. Later, the committee heard AB 2164, the Care Without Fear Act, which would strengthen California’s shield-law protections for abortion providers by limiting extradition cooperation and extending reciprocal protections to providers from other shield states. Health care and reproductive rights groups supported it; the California Family Council opposed, raising concerns about abortion and gender-affirming care. The bill passed to Judiciary. AB 2664, the Safe Worship Zone Act, would create an eight-foot personal buffer within 100 feet of a place of worship’s entrances and exits to prevent harassment or intimidation. Jewish organizations and the ADL supported it as a response to harassment at synagogues and other houses of worship, while the ACLU, CAIR, and others opposed on First Amendment grounds and urged narrower alternatives. The bill passed to Appropriations. Finally, AB 2122 would prohibit bench warrants for Vehicle Code infractions and allow noncustodial warrants for other infractions; the author and supporters said it would reduce criminalization of poverty and unnecessary arrests, while the transcript cuts off during support testimony and no vote is shown in the excerpt.
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

Human Committee Meeting - 2025-04-02

Human Services Finance and Policy

Transcript Highlights:
  • Programs and services and analyzing gaps.
  • It increases the current emergency services program.
  • Paul: We would increase the amount of emergency shelter space and diversity of programs to better meet
  • Infrastructure planning to improve the housing rural system, and expand the diversity of housing programs
  • We now serve an increasingly diverse group of people.
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Disaster Preparedness & Flooding, Select Aug 22nd, 2025

Disaster Preparedness & Flooding, Select

Transcript Highlights:
  • But with that diversity comes real challenges, especially when it comes to managing flood risk.
  • Again, Cliff Kaplan, Program Director for the Hill Country Alliance in support of the bill.
  • Going on, but we need a government program.
  • That's the kind of program that will make the most sense.
  • Chair lays out House Bill 254 regarding the Rural Infrastructure Disaster Recovery Program.
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Assembly Floor Session Jul 2nd, 2026

California House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • We run a legislator program, a young assembly member program, and this is my third year doing the Young
  • Assembly Member Program.
  • This is why I am supportive of many of the programs in this bill.
  • This is why I am supportive of many of the programs in this bill.
  • As our legislative body grows in diversity, it's also imperative that our staff reflects the diversity
Summary: The Assembly met with an initial quorum call, then proceeded through routine floor business, guest introductions, and several procedural motions. Members approved requests to suspend rules for adjournment-in-memory remarks and guest seating, removed some bills from the consent calendar, and re-referred or withdrew several measures. The chamber also took up a number of second-reading and concurrence items later in the day. Two major bills drew floor debate. SB 762, a tax measure allowing eligible local governments to seek voter approval for transactions and use tax rates above the statutory cap, was presented as a response to local fiscal pressures and was described by supporters as giving voters local choice rather than imposing a tax increase. It passed with an urgency vote of 54-13 and was sent immediately to the Senate. AB 126, the education budget trailer bill, was presented as a major investment in TK-12 education, special education, community schools, and educator leave; one member supported many provisions but objected to policy changes affecting charter schools being included in a budget bill. The Assembly concurred in the Senate amendments on AB 126 by a vote of 56-1. The Assembly also concurred in AB 35, an urgency environmental protection bill intended to speed implementation of Proposition 4-funded projects by narrowing administrative delay; supporters said it would accelerate wildfire prevention, water, and other environmental projects. The measure passed unanimously, 66-0. The consent calendar was then adopted, including AB 2796 on criminal history information, which passed 67-0. The session concluded with multiple adjournment-in-memory tributes, including remarks honoring victims of a B-52 test flight crash at Edwards Air Force Base, former West Covina Mayor Lloyd Johnson, civil rights leader Harold Brown, educator and activist Kiyoko Nancy Oda, and Auburn Mayor John Mike Holmes, followed by announcements of summer recess and adjournment until August 3.