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• May Barnie's memory be a blessing. Please rise and be recognized.
• MAY BARNIE'S MEMORY BE A BLESSING.
• Scott Memorial Highway.
• Scott Memorial Highway.
• Calendar 788, Assembly 8130 MEMORIAL HIGHWAY.

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Summary: The Senate convened, approved the journal, and took up a series of motions to discharge identical Assembly bills to the Third Reading Calendar, along with committee reports and amendments. The chamber also received an introduction from Senator Gonzalez honoring Maria Raine and her advocacy for guardrails on AI chatbots after the death of her son, and later adopted a Rules Committee report sending several General Business Law bills directly to Third Reading. The resolution calendar was adopted with some exceptions, and the Senate recognized several previously adopted resolutions honoring individuals and observances, including Barnabas McHenry, Arthur Jones Jr., Floyd Todd Peterson III, the Lexington School for the Deaf, Tadeusz Kosciuszko, Apraxia Awareness Month, Fibromyalgia Awareness Day, Prevention Week, Physician Anesthesiologists Week, and Golf Day in New York. The Senate then considered and passed numerous bills, many on consumer protection and public policy topics. Measures included bills on General Business Law, Public Health Law, Correction Law, Environmental Conservation Law, Executive Law, Vehicle and Traffic Law, Public Officers Law, Not-for-Profit Corporation Law, Public Housing Law, Education Law, Labor Law, and Public Service Law. Several bills were laid aside, including a Public Health Law bill by Senator Fernandez and a Public Service Law bill by Senator Parker. The chamber also passed a concurrent constitutional resolution by Senator Stec proposing an amendment to Article 14. During floor debate, senators explained votes on several measures. Senator Ramos spoke in support of paid sick leave for domestic workers, describing the bill as a long-overdue labor protection for a workforce historically excluded from such rights. Senator Fernandez described her bill as the Manufacturer Disclosure and Transparency Act, aimed at requiring notice and public disclosure of certain pharmaceutical patent settlement agreements to improve transparency and competition in prescription drug pricing. Senator Ryan and Senator Martins supported a bill restricting hidden algorithmic price manipulation online, and Senator May supported a bill limiting excessive rental car fuel charges as part of a broader consumer protection package. The Senate also passed a memorial highway bill naming a portion of Route 19 in LeRoy for Lieutenant Gary A. Scott, with Senator Borrello explaining the veteran’s service and sacrifice.

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• It is on the site of Florida Memorial University.
• Johns, but I'm ecstatic about the relationship with Florida Memorial College.
• So now to have Florida Memorial own this land and create this partnership with St.
• My church has been actively involved with Florida Memorial most of my life.
• You want to not have to have memorial services? Let's say... To save lives?

Summary: The committee took up a long agenda of bills, beginning with CS/SB 678, which would allow pawnbroker transaction forms to be printed or digital; it drew support from a business representative and was reported favorably. Members then heard several bills by Senator Leak, including SB 466 to designate St. Johns County as the site of the Florida Museum of Black History and create a board to work with the museum foundation and Florida Memorial University; the bill drew supportive testimony about preserving accurate Black history and the significance of the site, and it passed favorably. Leak’s CS/SB 578 would let Florida wineries use recyclable inserts and other alternative containers for larger wine sales, and it also passed favorably. SB 582 would increase penalties for unlawful demolition of historic buildings and structures, limiting the higher penalties to certain nationally or internationally recognized historic properties; it was supported by preservation advocates and reported favorably. CS/SB 1168 would create an aggravated offense for installing or using tracking devices or apps in furtherance of crimes such as murder, domestic violence, or robbery, and it passed favorably after a brief discussion about stalking and violent crimes. CS/SB 806 would make the Florida Attorney General the exclusive public official with standing to enforce Florida charitable trusts, limiting out-of-state attorneys general from suing over Florida-administered trusts; members debated whether this would burden out-of-state beneficiaries, but the bill was reported favorably. SB 1228 would advance spring restoration efforts for Ichetucknee Springs and Santa Fe spring flows and allow a utility compliance plan amendment to deliver reclaimed water to replenish the aquifer; it passed favorably. CS/CS/SB 304 would require a qualified medical opinion in child protective investigations involving infants and young children with possible genetic or medical conditions that can mimic abuse, and it drew emotional support from parents and advocates before passing favorably. SB 1286 would clarify that ordinary unsupervised childhood activities like biking or playing outside do not constitute neglect absent reckless endangerment, and it was reported favorably. SB 1318, the hands-free driving bill, generated the most extensive debate: it renames the texting-while-driving law, expands the prohibition to handheld device use, and adds penalties in work zones and school zones; supporters cited fatal crash statistics and personal loss, while opponents raised concerns about enforcement, civil liberties, racial disparities in traffic stops, and the need for broader distracted-driving and insurance reforms. Despite those concerns, the bill was reported favorably after amendments. The committee also approved two claims bills, SB 14 for the estate of Penao-Hanvier against Miami Beach and SB 20 for J.N. against Hillsborough County, both settled claims recommended favorably by the special master. Finally, CS/SB 68 would modernize health facilities authority financing for private not-for-profit health systems, and CS/SB 172 would restrict misuse of health care specialty titles while preserving titles authorized under existing practice acts; both were discussed with questions about doctors, optometrists, and CRNAs, and both were reported favorably after amendment and debate.

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• Their animals bring them happiness, fun time, and joyful memories.
• of terror and memories of horror.
• However, when living with an memories.
• 56.639> memories<00:14:57.040> of<00:14:57.720> horror.
• <00:14:58.720> Their terror and memories of horror. Their terror and memories of horror.

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Summary: The Judiciary Committee heard HB 698, which would increase criminal penalties for animal cruelty offenses. The chair explained that a proposed SD1 narrowed the bill to “pet animals” only, and testimony focused heavily on whether the bill should be limited to pets, whether service animals should also be included, and whether the measure could unintentionally affect livestock or cultural practices such as chicken fighting. Supporters, including the Hawaiian Humane Society, rescue organizations, and several individuals, argued that stronger penalties are needed because animal cruelty is under-prosecuted, that abuse of animals is linked to violence against people, and that harsher penalties could deter abuse. Opponents, including the public defender’s office and some farmers and livestock interests, argued the existing law is already on the books, enforcement is the real problem, and the bill is vague and could create unintended consequences. Several witnesses described graphic examples of animal abuse and urged the committee to act, while one testifier from the Disability Communication Access Board asked that service animals be explicitly included because they are not considered pets and are important to the independence and safety of people who rely on them. Committee members questioned the scope of the SD1, including whether it covered chickens, domesticated pigs, and service or emotional support animals. The deputy attorney general was asked to provide follow-up clarification on those points, and the Hawaiian Humane Society said it would welcome adding service animals back into the bill. At the end of testimony, the chair announced the final testimony count as 112 in support, 128 in opposition, and one comment, noting that some testimony appeared to address the broader House version rather than the narrower SD1. Because several questions remained unresolved, the committee deferred HB 698 until Monday, March 31, at 10:00 a.m. in room 016, with a vote to be taken then. After that, the committee moved on to its 10:02 decision-making agenda and deferred HB 108 as well, citing concerns about alcohol shipment, drunk driving, and underage access; it then began discussion of HB 226 on windshield tinting.

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• It's now time for adjournments in memory.
• Assemblymember Patterson, you are recognized for your adjournment in memory. Thank you, Mr.
• I ask today that we adjourn in John Heidel's memory. Members.
• His groundbreaking work serves as a collective memory for the Japanese.
• All requests to adjourn in memory will be deemed read.

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• We're actually going to take up an adjournment in memory at this time.
• It is a very important adjournment in memory.
• Assembly Member Haney, you are recognized for your adjournment in memory. Thank you.
• Assembly Member Haney, you are recognized for your adjournment in memory. Thank you, Mr.
• Today I ask that we adjourn in the memory of my grandmother, Dr.

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• We're actually going to take up an adjournment in memory at this time.
• It is a very important adjournment in memory.
• Assembly Member Haney, you are recognized for your adjournment in memory. Thank you.
• Assembly Member Haney, you are recognized for your adjournment in memory. Thank you, Mr.
• Today I ask that we adjourn in the memory of my grandmother, Dr.

Summary: The Assembly convened after a quorum call, prayer, and Pledge of Allegiance, then handled a series of procedural motions to re-refer bills, suspend rules, and remove items from the consent calendar. The chamber also heard guest introductions recognizing family milestones, a youth leadership program from Assembly District 13, a delegation of Japanese business leaders, and a Michoacan delegation. Later, members adopted several resolutions and consent items, including California Craft Beer Week, the Freedom Flag as a 9/11 remembrance symbol, Probation Services Week, and California Wildfire Week, along with other consent-calendar measures. The main floor debate centered on SB 417, a $10 billion housing bond for the ballot, with supporters emphasizing the state’s housing shortage, homelessness crisis, and funding for multifamily housing, supportive housing, homeownership, farmworker housing, student housing, tribal housing, infrastructure, and preservation of existing affordable units. Opponents criticized the proposal as adding debt without enough reform and objected to the use of veterans in the measure’s messaging. The Assembly passed SB 417 on urgency and on the measure, 54-7, and sent it to the Senate. Members then adopted ACA 20, which would expand and modernize the state Rainy Day Fund by increasing its cap and changing deposit rules; it passed 54-8 and was transmitted to the Senate. The Assembly also approved SB 623, a transportation-related bill addressing rideshare safety and medical lien practices. Supporters said it would curb abusive billing, restrict attorney conflicts and kickbacks, require stronger background checks for TNC drivers, and allow women riders and drivers to request women-only matches. The measure passed unanimously, 67-0. Later, the House adopted ACA 21, which removes ACA 13 from the November ballot, by 62-0, and ACA 22, which amends a ballot measure affecting taxation and local fiscal resources, by 64-0. The session concluded with an adjournment in memory of Dr. Dorothy Viola Calvin, followed by announcements, recesses, and final adjournment until the next scheduled floor session.

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• Bob Craig, but I have very good memories of him. What a resource he was for the Senate.
• One of my memories, and I don't know if y'all know this, but Senator Jech really likes popcorn.
• One of my memories, and I don't know if y'all know this, but Senator Yeck really likes popcorn.
• But I have a few more funny memories.
• Probably my favorite memory of Senator Jech is we were at caucus retreat one year.

Bills: HB1168

Keywords: abortion, abortion-inducing drugs, medication abortion, mifepristone, misoprostol, methotrexate, pro-life, pro-choice, reproductive health, unborn child, trafficking, felony, contraception, pharmacist, pharmacy, Title 63, Oklahoma statutes, abortion pill, drug distribution, criminal penalty

Summary: The Senate first came to order after repeated quorum calls, then devoted a long portion of the meeting to farewell remarks for Senator Darcy Jech. Jech reflected on his 12 years in the chamber, his rural district, campaign experiences, major events during his tenure, and the importance of relationships, compromise, and service. Numerous senators followed with personal tributes, praising his steadiness, humility, faith, work on devotions and the Rural Caucus, and his reputation as a thoughtful, respectful colleague and family man. After the farewell segment, the Senate moved to executive nominations. The chamber unanimously confirmed Sharon Shell Millington as Director of the Office of Juvenile Affairs, Clayton Bullard as Cabinet Secretary of Health and Mental Health, and Clayton Bullard as administrator of the Oklahoma Health Care Authority. The Senate then approved a slate of Tier 2 nominations, including appointments to the Home Inspector Examiners Committee, the Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology board, the State Fire Marshal Commission, the State Board of Health, the State Board of Licensed Social Workers, the Forensic Review Board, the Oklahoma State Credit Union, the Health Care Workforce Training Commission, the Alarm, Locksmith, and Fire Sprinkler Industry Committee, and the Board of Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselors. No debate or opposition was recorded on the nominations, and the votes were overwhelmingly or unanimously in favor. After announcements, the Senate agreed to recess and then adjourned until Monday, May 4 at 1:30 p.m.

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• It still brings back good memories. I mean, it's a great thing. I'm here today, Mr.
• It still brings back good memories. I mean, it's a great thing. I'm here today, Mr.
• President. back good memories. I mean, it's a great thing. I'm here today, Mr.
• Senate Memorial 10, a memorial to evaluate the potential economic, safety, and grid impacts of installing
• Senate Memorial 11, introduced by Senator Gonzales, a memorial recognizing the importance of water for

Keywords: 996, all

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• The chair moves that when the Senate adjourns, it do so in memory of Mrs. Margaret C.
• And ask for a moment of silence in memory. All those in favor say aye. Those opposed, no.
• And ask for a moment of silence in memory of Mrs. Margaret Rooney of South Boston.
• The Senate stands adjourned in memory of Mrs. Margaret C.

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The Senate opened with the Pledge of Allegiance and adopted an order setting a joint convention of the two branches for Thursday, January 16 at 6:00 p.m. to receive a communication from Governor Maura Healey. The chamber then briefly recessed and returned to recognize guests, including the North Attleboro High School football team, which was welcomed for winning the MIAA Division III State Championship after a 35-0 victory over Mansfield. Senator Feeney and Representative Scanlon praised the team’s 10-2 season, the coaching staff, school officials, and the broader community for the accomplishment. The Senate then considered and adopted a motion that, upon adjournment, it do so in memory of Mrs. Margaret C. Pegg Rooney of South Boston. The remarks honored her family, community involvement, faith, volunteer work, and long service at the State House Information Technology Department. A moment of silence was requested and observed in her memory. Finally, the Senate adopted an order to adjourn and set the next meeting for Thursday at 11:00 a.m. The chamber adjourned in memory of Mrs. Rooney.

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• He moves that when the Senate adjourns today, it do so in memory of Nancy Driscoll.
• For this memorial adjournment, I'd like to welcome up to the rostrum as well the Secretary of the Commonwealth
• The ayes have it, and the Senate will stand in a moment of silence in memory of Nancy Driscoll.
• In a moment of silence in memory of Nancy Driscoll. The Senate will be in order.
• In memory of John Arizian and Nancy Driscoll, to meet again on Tuesday next at 11 a.m.

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The Senate opened with recognitions of several young climate advocates visiting the State House and then adopted an adjournment in memory of Nancy Driscoll, with remarks honoring her long public service and family legacy. The chamber then took up Senate No. 2947, An Act Regarding Fair Housing Practices in the Commonwealth, after a Ways and Means redraft. Senators supporting the bill described housing discrimination against voucher holders and Black applicants, emphasized the need for stronger enforcement, transparency, and fair housing education, and noted the bill’s goal of increasing penalties and public reporting for discriminatory brokers. Several amendments were debated. Senator Tarr offered an amendment to require annual HUD-related compliance certifications from municipalities and public agencies, notification to the Attorney General of federal findings, corrective action plans, and possible enforcement consequences; it was defeated on a roll call, 6-30. Senator Kennedy’s gender-neutral language amendment changing “salesmen” to “salespersons” was adopted. Senator Payano’s amendment to require publication of license suspensions as well as revocations for discriminatory conduct was also adopted. Senator Edwards withdrew an amendment that would have expanded housing protections for returning citizens. Senator Keenan’s amendment to anonymize complaint summaries while preserving publication of revoked licensees’ names was adopted. After the Ways and Means amendment, as amended, was adopted, the bill was ordered to a third reading and then passed to be engrossed by a unanimous roll-call vote of 37-0, later clarified as 38-0. The Senate then adopted an order to meet again the following Tuesday at 11 a.m. and adjourned in memory of John Arizian and Nancy Driscoll.

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• memory—that seeks truth and reconciliation, and a social life capable of sustaining civic friendship
• Though his passing leaves deep sorrow, his memory remains a source of comfort and gratitude, and those
• friends, and community of Daniel Cade Blackman in mourning his passing and honoring his life, service, memory
• people of the state of Arizona, we would like to dedicate this to you and your family, in loving memory
• I told Christy I'm not going to let people forget about his memory, the work he did.

Summary: The House opened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, approval of the prior journal, and several introductions of guests, including two young mayors visiting the chamber. Members then adopted House Resolution 2008 unanimously, honoring Daniel Cade Blackman, with extended remarks from his family and colleagues about his service, faith, and legacy. The House also took up a motion to reconsider SB 1456 from a prior date and proceeded into Committee of the Whole on multiple Senate bills. In Committee of the Whole, members considered and amended SB 1170, SB 1496, SB 1511, SB 1016, SB 1335, and SB 1683, with each ultimately receiving a do pass recommendation. The discussion included a correction to SB 1170 to remove an unintended section, a municipal improvement district process change in SB 1016, an ag-to-urban water permitting fix in SB 1335, and a land-sale restriction involving China in SB 1683. The committee reports were adopted, and the bills were ordered for third reading as appropriate. On third and final reading, the House passed SB 1188, SB 1560, and SB 1723, with recorded votes of 38-0-10, 48-2-10, and 51-0-9 respectively. The House also concurred in Senate amendments to HB 2265, HB 2404, HB 2950, and HB 2986, then passed those bills on final reading; members speaking in support highlighted court-fee policy, mental health crisis response, tourism improvement areas, and water infrastructure savings. The chamber then announced a Republican caucus meeting and adjourned until 10 a.m. on Thursday, June 11, 2026.

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• that respects those who think differently, institutions dedicated to fostering dialogue, a historic memory
• , historical memory that seeks truth and reconciliation, and a social life capable of sustaining civic
• Though his passing leaves deep sorrow, his memory remains a source of comfort and gratitude, and those
• people of the state of Arizona, we would like to dedicate this to you and your family, in loving memory
• I told Christy I'm not going to let people forget about his memory, the work he did.

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• they weren't providing these low-cost medications to our Hennepin County Medical Center, to North Memorial
• they weren't providing these low-cost medications to our Hennepin County Medical Center, to North Memorial
• Medical Center, but to sustain all our hospitals, our rural hospitals that are struggling uh and North Memorial
• struggling<00:04:38.080> uh<00:04:38.160> and<00:04:38.400> North<00:04:38.720> Memorial
• <00:04:39.120> and struggling uh and North Memorial and struggling uh and North Memorial and

Keywords: 918, senate, all

Summary: The discussion focused on healthcare affordability in Minnesota and several related bills the senator said he is advancing this session. He described rising costs for Medicare beneficiaries, individual market purchasers, and hospitals, warning that federal changes to premium tax credits and Medicaid funding would worsen access and financial strain across the state. He said his goal is a comprehensive response to protect access to care, especially for safety-net and rural providers. A major topic was Senate File 3769 on the 340B drug pricing program. The senator said the bill would empower the attorney general to enforce federal 340B requirements after pharmaceutical companies allegedly failed to provide discounted drugs to safety-net hospitals such as Hennepin County Medical Center and North Memorial. He said the measure passed both chambers with bipartisan support, after a nearly two-hour floor debate and significant lobbying by drug კომპანიies, and argued it could have an immediate effect by restoring hospital revenue and lowering medication costs for patients. He also said 340B is part of a broader effort to stabilize HCMC and other struggling hospitals. The senator also discussed Senate File 3859, which would create a Minnesota vaccine advisory council to provide science-based recommendations after he said the federal advisory process had been undermined. He emphasized that the proposal would not require vaccinations, but would help counter misinformation and require insurance coverage for recommended vaccines. In addition, he supported Senate File 3650, a bipartisan bill to ban direct-to-consumer prescription drug advertising, arguing that such ads raise costs and can steer patients away from appropriate medical advice. No additional votes or committee actions were taken in the interview itself beyond the senator’s description of the 340B bill’s passage.

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• Tarr, resolutions congratulating the Flint Memorial Library on its 150th anniversary.
• Collins, moves that when the Senate adjourns today it do so in memory of Lorraine Patricia Steele.
• The Chair asks all members, guests, and staff to please observe a moment of silence in memory of Lorraine
• The Senate stands adjourned in memory of Lorraine Patricia Steele to meet again on Monday next at 11

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Summary: The Senate opened with the Pledge of Allegiance and adopted several resolutions, including commendations for Newell Tillman’s 20 years of volunteer service in Westford and congratulations to the Flint Memorial Library on its 150th anniversary. The chamber also suspended Senate Rule 36 and Joint Rule 12 as needed to take up several House papers and petitions, referring petitions to the appropriate committees and advancing two House sick leave bank bills for Paul Stavoski and Enkita Gagendra Patel to third reading. The Senate then considered House No. 4263, a bill establishing a charter for the city of Medford. Senator Jalen offered and the Senate adopted an amendment replacing the bill text, after which the bill was passed to be engrossed. The Senate also passed to be engrossed House No. 4323, establishing a sick leave bank for Alexander Schwartz of the Department of State Police. On final passage, the Senate enacted House No. 4364, authorizing the Commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to grant certain easements to the town of Bourne, and sent it to the Governor for approval. The Senate adopted an order to meet again the following Monday at 11 a.m. and dispense with printing a calendar. It then agreed to adjourn in memory of Lorraine Patricia Steele of Boston, observed a moment of silence, and adjourned accordingly.

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• Today, I request a motion that, as we adjourn, we adjourn in the memory of Thomas S. Cahir.
• In memory of Thomas S. Cahir.
• Tom is survived by his family and close friends, so I just want to honor his memory.
• The ayes have it, and the Senate stands adjourned in memory of former State Representative Thomas S.

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The Senate opened with the Pledge of Allegiance and a special recognition of Dr. Harold May, an original Tuskegee Airman. The Majority Leader highlighted Dr. May’s military service and his later career in medicine, including graduating from Harvard Medical School, working in Haiti, helping develop Boston’s emergency medical services, and founding a children’s support organization. A citation from the Massachusetts Senate was presented, and the chamber briefly recessed for photos and signatures. The Senate then adopted a resolution recognizing the legacy of Senator Mock and Mr. Pachico. It also suspended Joint Rule 12 to refer several House petitions to the appropriate committees. An order was adopted for the Senate to reconvene on Monday at 11:00 a.m. Before adjournment, the Senate honored former State Representative Thomas S. Cahir, with remarks noting his long service in the Massachusetts House, leadership on transportation issues, work on commuter rail and other projects, and later service with the Cape Cod Regional Transit Authority. The Senate approved adjournment in his memory, observed a moment of silence, and adjourned accordingly.

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• Members, we're moved on to The adjournment is to memory. The quorum call has been lifted.
• Assemblymember Colosa, you are recognized for your adjournment in memory. Mr.
• Speaker and members, today I rise. to adjourn in the memory of Giovanni, Johnny, and Julie.
• So with that, I respectfully ask to adjourn in memory of Johnny. Thank you, Speaker.
• A request to adjourn in memory will be deemed read and printed in the journal.

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• But I just wanted to stand in support of this memorial and support all the people.
• President, and we take great tribute to that, building the Baton Park and so many different memorials
• Senate Memorial 12, introduced by Senator Campos, a memorial requesting the General Services Department
• That's Senate Memorial 12.
• That's Senate Memorial 12.

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• The act will be forever named in honor and in memory of the girls, recognizing their names and what they
• For Seal, camp meant adventure, memories, friendships, and lessons to carry for a lifetime.
• The picture you're seeing was my last living memory of her. of my daughter.
• Honor the memory of our daughters by protecting the lives of others.
• A wise person once said, "When someone you love becomes a memory, that memory becomes a treasure."

Keywords: 1185, senate, all

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• And so we've now had a meeting about a month ago with all the folks named in the memorial.
• So we have re-engaged all the stakeholders that were mentioned in the 2018 joint memorial.
• As Arturo mentioned, our objective is exactly what the memorial set...
• The memorial and the packet is from 2018. I co-sponsored that.
• Chair, that you're proceeding with in terms of pursuing that 2018 memorial.

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• I also move that when the House adjourns, we do so today in honor and memory of Michael A. Newsom.
• In 2007, the Grace Tinsley Memorial Scholarship Program was founded.
• In 2007, the Grace Tinsley Memorial Scholarship Program was founded.
• The memorial resolutions be adopted in block.
• The calendar, a new category, memorial resolutions laid on the Speaker's table.

Keywords: March 11, 2026 - Regular Session, 976, house, all