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• H.R. 1681, the Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act, will help ensure this happens.
• Reviews Act.
• I rise today in support of H.R. 1343, the Federal Broadband Deployment Tracking Act, sponsored by Representative
• The Federal Broadband Deployment Tracking Act addresses these concerns by requiring NTIA to develop a
• The Ku Klux Klan Act made it a federal crime to deny any group or individual any of the rights, privileges

Bills: SCR29 , HB7380 , HB5200 , HB1681 , SB98 , HB5201 , HR1343 , HB7022 , HB7386

Keywords: internet freedom, Iran, cybersecurity, VPN, DTC technology, information access, human rights, digital tools, Emergency Reporting Act, FCC, Federal Communications Commission, Disaster Information Reporting System, DIRS, network outage reporting, outage notifications, 9-1-1, public safety answering point, PSAP, emergency communications center, broadband

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• They all wanted to see federal regulation. But absent any federal oversight... State regulation.
• They all wanted to see federal regulation, but absent any federal oversight, we felt compelled several
• virtual network of decentralized energy resources aggregated to act as a single power plant.
• We talk about a virtual power plant.
• They were getting retail for the excess power.

Bills: HB744 , HR197 , SB54 , SB79 , SB163 , SB287 , SB375 , SB386 , SB398 , SB469 , SCR5

Committees: House Commerce , House Commerce, Consumer Protection, and International Affairs

Keywords: public utility, common carrier, regulation, Public Service Commission, New Orleans, constitutional amendment, distributed energy, energy storage, electricity demand, virtual power plants, reliability, hurricane resilience, esthetics, cosmetology, hair services, beauty industry, Louisiana regulation, Louisiana Economic Development, sunset law, legislative authority

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• I'm your Senate research analyst, staffing government and federalism.
• And I said, 'Well, it's free in federal parks,'... ...Grand Canyon and so forth, for life, but not for
• If our federal park system doesn't charge veterans for lifetime, the state park system should follow
• We don't hire teachers to spy on their students or to act as de facto parents.
• And what I am telling you is that what you are doing instead is creating a system where people acting

Bills: HB2015 , HB2060 , HB2129 , HB2170 , HB2210 , HB2228 , HB2352 , HB2460 , HB2533 , SB1019 , SB1045 , SB1050 , SB1078 , SB1083 , SB1167 , SB1184 , SCR1006

Committees: Senate Government , Senate Senate Government Committee of Reference

Keywords: budget procedures, late filing penalty, accounting standards, financial reporting, state appropriations, abortion, educational institutions, health education, state aid, public schools, municipal libraries, annual reporting, state legislation, transparency, government accountability, procurement, foreign adversary, China, state contracts, information technology

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• </c> Security Act. Security Act.
• the 2016 Act, which established a six-year federal statute of limitations for claims arising from Nazi-stolen
• </c> Sequoias Act. Sequoias Act.
• H.R. 4284 amends the Small Tract Act of 1983 to allow states, local governments, federally recognized
• Digital Applications Act, legislation that I introduced to modernize how our federal agencies process

Bills: HR831 , HB6380 , HR528 , HB2196 , HB5729 , HB5254 , HB4294 , HB3073 , HB2294 , HB1665 , HB4284 , HB4467 , HB2709 , HB1422 , SB1884 , SB3971

Keywords: Down syndrome, awareness month, federal funding, research, advocacy, healthcare, quality of life, disabilities, Vietnam veterans, recognition, freedom, democracy, military service, Save Our Sequoias Act, giant sequoia, giant sequoias, Sequoiadendron giganteum, California forests, wildfire resilience, forest management

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• The next bill on your list is Senate Bill 6171, an act relating to addressing emerging large energy use
• An act relating to addressing emerging large energy use facilities.
• It clarifies that Attorney General enforcement of the bill under the Consumer Protection Act does not
• DAP that was developed in consultation with affected federally recognized Indian tribes.
• In case something happens in our state, we want to have that power if we need it.

Bills: SB6124 , SB6171 , SB6284 , SB5609 , SB6172 , SB6246 , SB5932 , SB6269 , SB6223 , SB5975

Committee: Senate Environment, Energy & Technology

Keywords: appliance affordability, cost index, energy efficiency, consumer protection, Washington state, energy facilities, large energy consumers, regulation, environment, sustainability, artificial intelligence, data privacy, technological impacts, cultural resources, land use, environmental policy, exemptions, state laws, Washington climate policy, greenhouse gas

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• Uh, so, um, all these bills sort of dance around a separation of powers.

Bills: SB7 , SB22 , SB39 , SB40 , SB45 , SB46 , SB86 , SB95 , SB107 , SB7 , SB22 , SB39 , SB40 , SB45 , SB46 , SB86 , SB95 , SB107

Committee: Senate State Governmental Affairs

Keywords: voting rights, absentee ballot, protected classes, Alabama Voting Rights Act, felony conviction, election integrity, preclearance, Alabama Jobs Act, incentives, job creation, economic development, recapture provisions, capital investment, employment, board governance, occupational licensing, Sunset Law, public accountability, training requirements, SB40

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• It's modeled after the successful map land act which required the federal government to digitize maps
• Supply Chain Act, S-244, Routers Act, amended by Lujan 1, S-289, Youth Poisoning Prevention Act, S-323
• Manufacturing Advisory Council Act s-582 the Astronaut Ground Travel Support Act s-613 improving flood
• as modified and s-843 the sea turtle rescue assistance act as and rehabilitation act um of 2025 all
• The fact Act, round .

Bills: SB244 , SB28 , SB289 , SB323 , SB389 , SB414 , SB428 , SB433 , SB582 , SB613 , SB759 , SB792 , SB841 , SB843 , SB97

Committee: Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee

Keywords: national security, cybersecurity, consumer technology, routers, modems, study, communication, consumer protection, smart devices, transparency, internet-connected devices, FTC enforcement, lithium-ion batteries, battery safety, consumer product safety, CPSC, Consumer Product Safety Commission, e-bikes, electric bicycles, e-scooters

Summary: The Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation held an important meeting where they discussed various bills aimed at addressing pressing issues like consumer protection, technology, and environmental management. Chairman Cruz opened the meeting by emphasizing the role of subpoenas in ensuring accountability and oversight, highlighting a recent compliance from several parties following such threats. The meeting progressed to consider several bills, including the Romance Scam Prevention Act championed by Senator Blackburn, which seeks to protect vulnerable populations from online dating scams that have resulted in enormous financial losses, particularly among seniors. The committee also nominated Michael Kratios for the Office of Science and Technology Policy and Mark Medder for the Federal Trade Commission, underscoring the significance of leadership in fostering innovation and consumer protection in technology sectors.

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• </c> dominated as federal controlled land. dominated as federal controlled land.
• act let wipes act and pass the wipes act let wipes act and give<03:08:06.640><c> our</c><03:08:06.880
• Act, the with Disabilities Act, the Rehabilitation<03:30:51.279><c> Act,</c><03:30:51.760><c> and</c
• Discrimination Act. As co-chair of the Discrimination Act.
• </c> Elevate Act. I yield my time. Elevate Act. I yield my time.

Bills: HB3422 , HB3394 , HB1998 , HB2808 , HR1190 , HB3381 , HB3301 , HB2225 , HB3352 , HB1713 , HR910 , HR1082 , HB1520 , HB1664 , HB1767 , HB2269 , HB1679 , HB2481 , HB1737 , HR260

Keywords: small business, capital formation, securities exchange act, SEC, Advocate for Small Business Capital Formation, women-owned businesses, minority-owned businesses, underrepresented entrepreneurs, rural businesses, natural disasters, hurricanes, small business investors, capital raising, fundraising, crowdfunding, angel investors, venture capital, state securities commissions, blue sky laws, business outreach

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• H.R. 7432, a bill to amend section 477 of the Social Security Act to improve coordination with federal
• And then youth helped us enact the landmark Family First Prevention Services Act, which made federal
• And then youth helped us enact the landmark Family First Prevention Services Act, which made federal
• An act of patriotism, one that asked nothing of the federal government and cost the taxpayer nothing,
• H.R. 5317, a bill to amend the Federal Deposit Insurance Act to ensure that certain custodial deposits

Bills: HR1299 , HB5317 , HB4544 , HB3234 , HB1993 , HB3726 , HB2954 , SB2393 , HB3482 , HR1352 , HB4684 , HB2252 , HB6506 , HB7432 , SB4530

Keywords: housing, affordable housing, homeownership, rental assistance, HUD, Department of Housing and Urban Development, zoning reform, land use, building codes, single-stair buildings, point-access block, infill development, housing supply, housing affordability, HOME Investment Partnerships, CDBG, Community Development Block Grant, FHA, Federal Housing Administration, small-dollar mortgage

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• When we are tempted to speak sharply or act in anger, Father, please slow us down.
• for maintaining and repairing electrical power grids 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
• And whereas the linemen operate under dangerous conditions, risking their lives high atop power lines
• And whereas linemen deserve recognition for their hard work to power local communities and keep people
• The Oklahoma legislature commands local linemen for their vital role in powering homes, businesses, and

Bills: HB1937 , HB2153 , HB3674 , HB2978 , HB3885 , HB3671 , HB3261 , HB3021 , HB3029 , HB4274 , HB3701 , HB3076 , HB2299 , HB3852 , HB3244 , HB3345 , HB3114 , HB3764 , HB4144 , HB3304 , HB2939 , HB4227 , HB3262 , HB2941 , HB3498 , HB4343 , HB4425 , HB3386 , HB3087 , HB3062 , HB3431 , HB4141 , HB3581 , HB4237 , HB2960 , HB3645 , HB3648 , HB3974 , HB3045 , SCR18 , HCR1024 , SJR39 , SJR49 , HB4486 , SB1130 , SB1131 , SB1132 , SB1133 , SB1134 , SB1142 , HB1823 , HB4476 , HB3378 , HB3880 , HB3031 , HB3369 , HB3429 , HB3657 , HB4215 , HB3624 , HB1170

Keywords: HB1937, Oklahoma schools, student communications, electronic communication, digital communication, parent notification, legal guardian, school personnel, teachers, coaches, administrators, charter schools, public schools, administrative leave, corroborated report, investigation, employee file, discipline, termination, school board

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• That's part of federal law.
• What are some acceptable consequences for acting out at school? Mr.
• Speaker and gentlemen... ...for acting out at school. Mr.
• House Bill 127 as amended improves and eases power.
• House Bill 60 amends the Victim of Crime Act.

Bills: HB111 , HB103 , HB60 , HB108 , HB120 , HB145 , HB154 , HB164 , HB291 , HJR6 , HR1 , HJM2 , HJM3 , HJM1 , HM7 , HM17 , HM4 , HM22 , HM23 , HM24 , HM26 , HM2 , HM16 , HM32 , HM13 , HM47 , HM11 , HM14 , HM21 , HM34 , HM50 , HB38 , HB47 , HB63 , HB64 , HB127 , HB165 , HB184 , HB200 , HM20 , HM51

Keywords: water law, state engineer, civil penalty, compliance order, water rights, overdiversion, illegal diversion, groundwater storage and recovery, well license, permit violation, water enforcement, New Mexico water code, irrigation district, conservancy district, water diversion, unauthorized water sales, measuring device, district court appeal, water resources, water compliance

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• </c> Production Act to repeal certain federal Production Act to repeal certain federal building<00:14
• </c> the Reliable Federal Infrastructure Act. the Reliable Federal Infrastructure Act.
• </c> the so-called reliable federal the so-called reliable federal infrastructure<02:55:47.439><c> act
• c><03:00:46.880><c> it</c> Reliable Federal Infrastructure Act, it Reliable Federal Infrastructure Act
• ><c> led</c><03:04:28.880><c> by</c> Feder federal infrastructure act led by Feder federal infrastructure

Bills: HR1206 , HB6387 , HB4690 , HR1182 , HR1189

Keywords: David Scott, Representative David Scott, Georgia, House resolution, memorial resolution, condolence resolution, death of a member, adjournment in honor, Congressional tribute, House of Representatives, ceremonial resolution, obituary resolution, Clean Air Act, wildfire risk, air quality monitoring, exceptional events, regulations, environmental policy, energy efficiency, federal buildings

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• It amends the Civil Rights Act from 2021 to better match the New Mexico Tort Claims Act.
• Tort Claims Act.
• cases, federal Section 1983 cases, and even cases that predate the passage of the Civil Rights Act.
• cases, federal Section 1983 cases, and even cases that predate the passage of the Civil Rights Act.
• the Civil Rights Act.

Bills: SB246 , SB146 , SB300 , SB301 , SB309 , SM17

Committee: Senate Senate Health & Public Affairs

Keywords: massage therapy, licensure, health and safety standards, continuing education, establishment licensing, civil rights, sovereign immunity, damages, public body, lawsuit limitations, legal notice, child welfare, computing infrastructure, data management, Department of Health, appropriation, foster care, Indian children, cultural competency, training services

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• Strong to act as Speaker pro tempore on this day.
• </c><00:25:23.799><c> to</c> National Environmental Policy Act to National Environmental Policy Act to
• </c><00:25:50.600><c> Etc</c> with NEPA Endangered Species Act Etc with NEPA Endangered Species Act Etc
• the Halt Fentanyl Act.
• Federal stays filed by federal judges to stop Trump and Musk from these illegal activities.

Bills: HR125 , HCR11 , HR122

Keywords: committee membership, House of Representatives, government structure, ethics, political appointments, concurrent resolution, President communication, Congress assembly, meeting date, government procedure, joint session, Congress, President's address, H.Res. 122, HR122, H.R. 77, midnight rules, Congressional Review Act, CRA, resolution of disapproval

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• That conflict with federal HSA law.
• Included in the ACA care act.
• Federal government basically is providing insurance in the Affordable Care Act unless the state plans
• </c> the Affordable Care Act. the Affordable Care Act.
• the federal government.

Bills: SB170 , SB177 , SB207 , SB208 , SB215 , HB27 , SB219 , SB247 , SB232 , SB81 , SB170 , SB177 , SB207 , SB208 , SB215 , HB27 , SB219 , SB247 , SB232 , SB81

Committee: Senate Banking and Insurance

Keywords: health insurance, health savings account, high deductible plans, federal regulations, cost-sharing, insurance law, breast cancer, health coverage, deductible, copayment, insurance, captive insurance, captive insurer, captive insurers, insurance regulation, Alabama Department of Insurance, insurance commissioner, premium tax, capital requirements, surplus requirements

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• where federal dollars are contingent on state or local contributions.
• He stated that federal projects over $35 million... million must have a PLA on them.
• The feds were claiming that as... federal project; therefore, it is subject to a PLA.
• Inflation Reduction Act?
• Act.

Bills: HB1951 , HB2715 , HB3092 , HB3237 , HB3278 , HB3511 , HB3592 , HB3675 , HB3778 , HB3782 , HB3826 , HB3970 , HB4016 , HB4049 , HB4341 , HB4344 , HB4406 , HB4427

Committee: House State Affairs

Keywords: collective bargaining, public works, government contracts, labor agreements, state funding, removal from office, political subdivisions, local government, judicial proceedings, administrative judicial region, electric transmission, public convenience, landowner consent, utility regulation, energy infrastructure, energy consumption, higher education, governmental entities, sustainability, electricity reduction

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• Tomorrow's grid isn't just about more power; it's about smarter power.
• In 2019, President Trump signed the Fair Chance Act. to the Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act, which
• One megawatt of power can power 300 homes, and some of these electric vehicles can produce a hundred.
• That's enough energy to power 26 7,000 homes.
• plants, about 600 megawatts per power plant.

Bills: HB1951 , HB2715 , HB3092 , HB3237 , HB3278 , HB3511 , HB3592 , HB3675 , HB3778 , HB3782 , HB3826 , HB3970 , HB4016 , HB4049 , HB4341 , HB4344 , HB4406 , HB4427

Committee: House State Affairs

Keywords: collective bargaining, public works, government contracts, labor agreements, state funding, removal from office, political subdivisions, local government, judicial proceedings, administrative judicial region, electric transmission, public convenience, landowner consent, utility regulation, energy infrastructure, energy consumption, higher education, governmental entities, sustainability, electricity reduction

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• </c> can't control what the federal can't control what the federal government<00:51:31.400><c> does</
• </c> obligation we have that the federal obligation we have that the federal government<00:52:43.799>
• </c> 18,000 federal 18,000 federal employees<00:57:50.559><c> what</c><00:57:50.720><c> number</c><00
• Another piece of that is the flow of federal workers at the federal level.
• </c><01:04:09.160><c> level</c><01:04:10.079><c> um</c> federal workers at the federal level um federal

Bills: HF3023 , HF3078 , HF107 , HF2171 , HF3079 , HF689 , HF1316

Committee: House Workforce, Labor, and Economic Development Finance and Policy

Keywords: unemployment benefits, iron ore mining, economic support, workforce development, Minnesota, unemployment insurance, deferred resignation, employment, worker rights, benefits eligibility, Ellsworth Independent School District, ISD 514, school construction, school renovation, sales tax exemption, use tax refund, construction materials, HVAC replacement, boiler replacement, window replacement

Bills: HB7 , HB 100 , HB 121 , HB 124 , HB 1175 , HB1458 , HB2249 , HB7 , HB100 , HB121 , HB124

Committee: House Public Education

Keywords: parental rights, public education, Texas Education Agency, TEA inspector general, school grievance process, student records, teacher certification, human sexuality instruction, parental consent, library materials, school transparency, educator misconduct, child abuse reporting, neglect reporting, school safety, charter schools, district of innovation, home school, private school, open-enrollment charter school

Bills: HB1742 , HB3370 , HCR72 , SB1383 , HR261 , HJR72 , HB3617 , HR1057

Keywords: military, abortion, reproductive health, leave policies, armed forces, healthcare access, fertility care, Access to Reproductive Care for Servicemembers Act, servicemembers, military leave, reproductive rights, assisted reproductive technology, in vitro fertilization, IVF, intrauterine insemination, egg retrieval, cryopreservation, travel reimbursement, lodging reimbursement, meal reimbursement