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• They are from the Albuquerque Science Language Academy. Thank you.
• Being done in Bernalillo County in terms of a trade port.
• Community, that opens up the opportunity for a foreign trade zone.
• Speaker, gentlelady, and you meet all the criteria to become a trade port.
• For foreign trade zone development.

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• I'm here to represent Hojo Academy.
• The first trading post built on the reservation was constructed here in 1871.
• In 1938, a second trading post was built at Buffalo Springs.
• I'm with Hojo Academy. Academy.
• Seven years ago, we started Hojo Academy Classical Education right here in Gallup.

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• You know, Hawaii has set a standard for academies program.
• You had Senator, for academies program.
• </c> just allow those labor and trade just allow those labor and trade organizations<00:10:47.880><c>
• I embolden people in skills-based trade.
• Be a little bit more oomph needed in terms of the trades.

Keywords: 912, senate, all

Summary: The committee heard and acted on several gubernatorial nominations to the Hawaii Workforce Development Council and one nomination to the Labor and Industrial Relations Appeals Board. For GM 779, Mark Fong Su Wat said he would bring his experience as an electrician and labor community member to workforce development, and he committed to serving if confirmed. Testimony was unanimously supportive, with 10 in support and none opposed, and the committee voted to recommend advise and consent; the recommendation was adopted. For GM 792, Sheryl Cross sought a second term on the Workforce Development Council and described her work on employer engagement, military veteran affairs, and military spouse employment. In response to questions, she emphasized the need to better connect military spouses, underrepresented workers, and students pursuing trades or non-college pathways to jobs, including through school academies and online hiring initiatives. The item was held for later decision-making. For GM 793, Ashley Lohua, also nominated to the Workforce Development Council, said her focus would be helping people stay in Hawaii by improving job retention, listening to community concerns, and building pathways between sectors. Support testimony highlighted her work with marginalized communities and her empathy and leadership. She told the committee she would use her nonprofit and HR experience to help address vacancies and workforce barriers; the item was also held for later decision-making. For GM 774, Douglas Thomas Moore, nominated to the Labor and Industrial Relations Appeals Board, said his first priority would be reducing the backlog. He proposed using informal conferences and mediation to speed workers’ compensation appeals and suggested recruiting more practitioners, especially younger ones, into the field. The committee noted 11 supportive testimonies and no opposition; no vote was taken in the portion provided.

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• the annual reporting requirement of the ACA to submit to the Joint Legislative Budget Committee on trade
• It further would require that an appropriation from the Legislature to establish a trade office in some
• Many of my colleagues have concerns about creating trade offices capriciously because a legislator just
• Knox Gifted Academy has an outstanding staff. You can all wave. Hello.
• Welcome, Knox Gifted Academy students, teachers, and parents to your Senate. Welcome to the Senate.

Keywords: 1182, all

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• It also includes our academy cities, which are the larger cities or The cities that run their own academy
• , approved by LEAT, run the basic portion of the LEAT Academy within their cities.
• But it is a very vital part of getting through the academy.
• I would definitely say to get ready for this academy, you need to know your why.
• So, it's really going to depend on just this particular academy. We didn't have any wait.

Keywords: 914, all

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• At the same time, it would allow trade groups direct influence to a new Department of Health vaccine
• At the same time, it would allow trade groups direct influence to a new Department of Health vaccine
• At the same time, it would allow trade groups direct influence to a new Department of Health vaccine
• I am a member of the Washington chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics.
• And I also represent the Washington State Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, which represents 2,800

Summary: The Senate Health and Long-Term Care Committee held public hearings on several House bills and later took executive action on two others. The committee heard testimony on House Bill 2242, which would let the Department of Health issue immunization recommendations and tie preventive-service coverage to federal recommendations as of June 30, 2025, while preserving access to vaccines and other preventive services. Supporters, including the Governor’s office and the Insurance Commissioner, said the bill would protect access, affordability, and stable vaccine purchasing; opponents argued it politicizes vaccine policy and gives too much influence to state agencies and outside groups. The committee also heard testimony on House Bill 2152, allowing terminally ill patients in hospitals, nursing homes, and hospice facilities to use medical cannabis under facility policies, with supporters emphasizing dignity, symptom relief, and safeguards, and House Bill 2088, joining the dietitian licensure compact, which supporters said would help military spouses, telehealth, and workforce shortages. House Bill 2110, on ambulance inter-facility specialty care transports, drew support from rural hospitals seeking more staffing flexibility and opposition from nurses and EMS personnel concerned about training, accountability, and patient safety. House Bill 2247, on veterinarian-client-patient relationships and telemedicine, drew support from the sponsor and some stakeholders as a workforce and access measure, but also criticism from the state veterinarian and others who said it could conflict with federal VCPR requirements and public health protections. House Bill 2340, expanding substance use disorder monitoring program eligibility to nursing assistants and stipend support, was presented as a way to help low-wage health workers stay in the workforce; there were no in-person testifiers against it. In executive session, the committee considered House Bill 2155, concerning the use of nursing titles, and House Bill 2531, aligning the ambulance transport fund quality assurance fee with federal regulations. Both bills received do-pass recommendations and were sent to the Rules Committee. For the public hearings, no final committee votes were taken on the other bills in this transcript, and testimony concluded on each measure after the committee heard from sponsors, agency officials, advocates, and opponents.

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• It is my honor to introduce a special Canadian delegation here to highlight the vital trade relationship
• Special Canadian delegation here to highlight the vital trade relationship between Canada and California
• Canada and California not only share deep ties across trade, technology, climate, and beyond, but there
• May I direct your attention to the gallery where we have over 60 Oakland High School Public Health Academy
• With that, please join me in welcoming the future leaders of California here today from 8018, our academy

Summary: The Assembly convened after a quorum call, with opening prayer and pledge, followed by a series of guest introductions recognizing Nevada County search and rescue volunteers, a Canadian delegation, Oakland High School Public Health Academy students, Claremont McKenna College students, St. Edward’s Parish School students, and others. The body also approved several procedural motions, including re-referrals of bills to committees and permission for committees to notice bills pending re-referral. On the floor file, the Assembly adopted ACR 152 designating March 2026 as American Red Cross Month, with remarks praising Red Cross disaster relief, blood supply, and training work. It also adopted HR 90 celebrating No-Ruz, the Persian New Year, with members noting its themes of renewal and resilience amid conflict affecting Iranian communities. Later, ACR 141 recognizing Visak Day was adopted, honoring the Buddha’s birth and teachings on peace, compassion, and balance. Each of these resolutions received numerous co-authors before voice vote adoption. The Assembly also passed AB 1844, which updates the Judges’ Retirement System 2 to allow judges to designate non-spouse beneficiaries for survivor retirement benefits and extend protections to vested judges. On the consent calendar, AB 1948 relating to firearms and several resolutions, including HR 94 on Major League Baseball Opening Day 2026 and Senate concurrent resolutions, were adopted, with AB 1948 passing 60-0. The session concluded with an adjournment in memory of Caitlin Katie Mardellett and a motion to adjourn for spring recess until April 6.

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• COUNTERFEITING TO TRADE, TOURISM AND EMPLOYMENT.
• LET ME TALK ABOUT MARITIME ACADEMIES FOR JUST A SECOND.
• THEY EXIST IN MANY PLACES LIKE MASSACHUSETTS AND MAINE EMIRATE RECOGNIZES SIX OF THOSE ACADEMIES.
• THE UNITED KINGDOMS EQUIVALENT TO THE US NAVY ACADEMY AND EXPLAINS MY FUNNY ACCENT.
• WE SUPPORT CONTRACTOR COMPANIES IN THE DEEP-SEA INTERNATIONAL TRADE.

Keywords: 999, senate, all

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• You'll see in front of you, we have Florida Scholars Academy, uniforms for detention staff and youth,
• The first one, Florida Scholars Academy, the ask is...
• The first one, Florida Scholars Academy, the ask is for $3.7 million.
• And just to recap what the Florida Scholars Academy is, it is the unified school district in 39 of our
• Introducing the youth to the trades, whether there's welding or HVAC or culinary or IT, ...or HVAC, or

Bills: S0054, S0156, S0296, S0298

Keywords: cognitive function, psychotropic drugs, violent offenders, autopsy procedures, medical records, school safety, public records, open government, sunshine law, victims of dating violence, domestic violence, address confidentiality program, confidential address, voter registration, voting records, elections, supervisor of elections, Department of State, Attorney General, privacy

Summary: The Appropriations Committee on Criminal and Civil Justice heard a presentation on the Governor’s fiscal year 2026-2027 public safety budget, which totals $117.4 billion overall and includes $8.2 billion for the public safety silo. Caitlin Dawkins of the Governor’s Office outlined proposed funding and reductions across FDLE, DJJ, DOC, and related justice agencies. Agency heads then presented major budget requests: FDLE sought funding for fentanyl enforcement, a career offender registry unit, a missing persons alert system upgrade, alcohol testing modernization, officer wellness, criminal intelligence, and illegal immigration-related intelligence work; DJJ requested funds for the Florida Scholars Academy, uniforms, residential services, a new Broward detention center, and facility repairs; and DOC requested major increases for officer pay, 500 additional FTE, facility construction and maintenance, communications technology, inmate health care, pharmaceuticals, and food service. Members questioned FDLE about the scope of immigration-related enforcement and public records burdens, and DOC about staffing, inmate health care, substance use treatment, prison capacity, and whether prison beds were being used for immigration detainees. A public commenter also urged attention to basic conditions in prisons, including clothing, food, medical care, and facility maintenance. The committee then considered several bills. CS/SB 156, the Jason Rayner Act, was presented as a response to the killing of Daytona Beach Officer Jason Rayner and would clarify that a person may not use violence against an officer performing official duties, while also increasing penalties related to manslaughter involving law enforcement. An amendment conforming the bill’s language was adopted, and the bill was reported favorably after debate and a roll call vote. CS/SB 54, dealing with substances affecting cognitive function and law enforcement access to certain medical records, also received an amendment clarifying that only records relevant to an investigation of a violent offender may be furnished; the amended bill was then reported favorably. The committee next heard CS/SB 296, the Haven Act, which would direct a study of a secure web-based alert system for domestic violence victims so they can contact 911 without alerting an abuser, and would expand the Address Confidentiality Program to include dating violence victims. Testimony from advocates and survivors strongly supported the measure, and the bill was reported favorably. Its companion, CS/SB 298, a public records exemption for victims of domestic and dating violence in the Address Confidentiality Program, was also reported favorably. The meeting concluded after the committee approved all four bills and adjourned.

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• Many cities and counties had police academies; there were no state requirements for police academies.
• Cities and counties had police academies, but there were no state requirements for police academies.
• Part of this bill is recognition of Mexico Military Academy as a military academy for the state of Missouri
• So if you invested just $100 a month in an exchange-traded fund on the stock market, thank you.
• and the 26 other U.S. states that have established Ireland Trade Commissions.

Keywords: 959, house, all

Summary: The House met on the final day of session with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, approval of the prior day’s journal, and extensive points of personal privilege recognizing members leaving the chamber, House staff, law enforcement, military service, and family members. Much of the opening portion was devoted to farewell remarks from departing legislators, who reflected on service, bipartisan relationships, and issues they hoped the legislature would continue to address, including property tax reform, the death penalty, gun reform, and mental health. The Speaker also recognized House communications, IT staff, and other employees for their work supporting the chamber. The chamber then took up several Senate-amended measures. House Bill 2636, a consumer and housing protection bill combining mortgage modification, lease-back protections, insurance assignment-of-benefits limits, and real estate wholesale contract disclosures, was adopted and finally passed. House Bill 2397, dealing with water district dissolution procedures and related safeguards, was also adopted and finally passed after debate over voter thresholds and protections for water service. House Bill 2576, a naming and designation bill, added observances and memorial highways/bridges including Pediatric Cancer Awareness Month, Freeman Bosley Jr. Day, Charlie Parker Day, Leon Jordan Day, George Jones Day, the Missouri River Runner Day, the sweet chanterelle as the state mushroom, and several memorial roadways; it was adopted and finally passed. The House also considered Senate Joint Resolution 95, which proposed creating a state constitutional “Show Me Prosperity Fund” as a sovereign wealth fund intended to eventually replace state taxes through long-term investment returns. Supporters argued it was a visionary, fiscally sustainable way to reduce the tax burden over generations, while opponents warned it would lock away money during a period of projected budget shortfalls and could leave the state unable to access funds in an emergency. Debate continued as members questioned the funding mechanics and the difference between optional appropriations and mandatory restrictions on the fund, with no final vote shown in the transcript excerpt.

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• Throughout their programs like Ku Hana, they've also invested their work through Hawaiian Trades Academy
• work their workforce<00:22:25.040><c> through</c><00:22:25.200><c> Hawaiian</c><00:22:25.679><c> Trades
• </c> workforce through Hawaiian Trades workforce through Hawaiian Trades Academy.
• Academy. Academy.

Bills: HR39, HCR43, HR178, HCR188, SB3144, SB3102, SB2053, SB3248, SB2256, SB3118, SB2245, SB2519, SB3055, SB2090, SB2765, SB2169, SB3136, SB2521, SB2851, SB3154, SB3262, SB2387, SB3001, SB2818, SB2972, SB2372, SB2108, SB888, HR63, HCR69

Keywords: pedestrian safety, crosswalks, traffic calming, school zone, Honolulu, community safety, raised crosswalks, traffic infrastructure, agritourism, agricultural tourism, Hawaii Tourism Authority, HTA, working group, farm tourism, regenerative tourism, working lands, agricultural land use, county ordinances, permitting, farm bureau

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• It is my honor to introduce a special Canadian delegation here to highlight the vital trade relationship
• Special Canadian delegation here to highlight the vital trade relationship between Canada and California
• Canada and California not only share deep ties across trade, technology, climate, and beyond, but there
• May I direct your attention to the gallery where we have over 60 Oakland High School Public Health Academy
• With that, please join me in welcoming the future leaders of California here today from 8018, our academy

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• Trade policy uncertainty is at historic highs right now.
• And so export sales are going to be vulnerable to retaliatory trade actions by our trade partners, so
• So yes, we can expect small businesses also to be affected by the trade wars.
• The National Academy of Sciences has done a couple of assessments.
• So it's, and the National Academy of Sciences has done a couple assessments.

Summary: The committee held an information hearing on California’s economy and household affordability, with the first panel focusing on inflation, housing, energy, wages, and the likely effects of new federal tariff policy. PPIC’s Sarah Bone said Californians remain deeply pessimistic about the economy, with inflation the main driver of concern; she noted prices are still about 23% higher than in January 2020, with especially large increases in food, energy, and housing costs. LAO’s Brian Euler emphasized that housing is the largest household expense and pointed to insurance, electricity, gasoline, and health care as other major cost pressures, urging the Legislature to review whether existing policies are actually reducing costs and to consider studies of why recent housing laws have not produced more units. UC Davis economist Catherine Russ warned that tariffs on China, Canada, Mexico, and potentially broader imports could raise consumer prices, disrupt supply chains, and hurt California exporters, farmers, and small businesses; she suggested monitoring prices, strengthening food assistance, and preparing transition support for affected workers and producers. Members pressed the panelists for concrete, near-term policy ideas, especially on housing and tariffs. Questions centered on whether accessory dwelling units are making a meaningful dent in affordability, how to improve implementation of pro-housing laws at the local level, and how to measure the impact of tariffs on consumers, health care, and agriculture. Panelists said ADUs help but are limited, that state laws can be undermined by local implementation and litigation, and that tariff effects may show up quickly in prices and later in hiring and investment. Several members stressed that the tariff issue is not a minor disruption for constituents and asked for more data on consumer impacts, food aid needs, and crop-specific farm losses. The second panel shifted to regional economic development and small business support. Go-Biz’s Derek Kirk described California Jobs First and the state economic blueprint as a first-in-decades, regionally informed strategy to create good-paying jobs, support key sectors, and align workforce and business development across 13 regions. The California Association for Local Economic Development’s Gerbach Sahota argued that local governments need practical tools, stable policy, and stronger partnerships with the state, while warning that prosperity is not always perceived as shared and that rural communities can be left behind. He urged the Legislature to use hearings, local input, and existing funding streams more effectively, including for recovery and infrastructure. David Fitzgerald of the Small Business Development Centers said California’s SBDC network serves hundreds of thousands of clients, many of them women and historically underrepresented entrepreneurs, and has generated billions in economic impact, capital access, revenue, and jobs. He said the biggest gaps are outreach to the state’s many self-employed businesses with no employees, better labor data on those workers, and more flexible support for direct services. Committee members then asked what small businesses need most in the face of inflation and tariff shocks, including lower licensing costs and other relief, and the discussion continued on how to better target state support to businesses and households under pressure.

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• Initially, it was the Florida Law Enforcement Academy Scholarship, but back in 2004, it was changed to
• The Enforcement Academy Scholarship, but back in 2004, it was changed to the Florida First Responder
• there's 100% placement in many of the skilled trades.
• What you will see is that we're... ...placement in many of the skilled trades.
• We are on the heels of opening up our skilled trades and advanced manufacturing facility.

Summary: The Appropriations Committee on Higher Education received an overview of Florida’s career and technical education (CTE) system from Chancellor Kevin O’Farrell, who described the state’s CTE pathways, program types, enrollment and completion growth, quality audit metrics, and the Master Credentials List used to identify credentials of value. He highlighted record postsecondary CTE enrollment and completions, strong statewide performance in talent attraction, and several funding tools supporting expansion, including Open Door, the Florida First Responder Scholarship, Workforce Development Capitalization grants, Perkins funding, CAPE performance incentives, and apprenticeship grants. Senators asked about eligibility for Open Door and first responder aid, top industry certifications, and the teacher apprenticeship initiative. A panel of college and technical school leaders then described how state and federal funding has supported local program growth and facility expansion. Santa Fe College, Palm Beach State College, North Florida Technical College, Lake Technical College, Florida Gateway College, and Manatee Technical College each cited increases in enrollment, high placement or licensure pass rates, and new or expanded programs in nursing, welding, CDL, automotive, manufacturing, public safety, and apprenticeship. Several speakers emphasized partnerships with hospitals, employers, school districts, and local governments, and noted that grants helped fund equipment, renovations, and new training hubs. Palm Beach State also raised a request to broaden line funding beyond nursing to other health science fields, and multiple presenters asked for more flexibility, multi-year support, and continued or increased funding to sustain growth. Members discussed broader challenges, including the difficulty of sustaining grant-funded growth after initial awards, the lag between enrollment growth and funding formulas, and alignment problems for dual enrollment and technical programs with high school schedules. Senators also noted the need to balance support for high-demand core programs like nursing and welding with the ability to respond quickly to emerging industries such as AI and space. The meeting ended with no formal action beyond adjournment after Senator Davis moved to adjourn.

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• You are now in the Committee on Trade, Workforce, and Economic Development.
• I am here to testify on behalf of Kitty Academy of College Station and the Kitty Academy of Brine.
• Kitty Academy of Bryan, and you are against the bill.
• Van Dyke testifying on behalf of Kiddie Academy of College Station and Kiddie Academy of Bryan, and that
• A trade association would be the easiest way to kind of understand what we do.

Bills: HB74, HB175, HB460, HB576, HB2271, HB2294, HB2874, HB3016, HB3133, HB3191, HB3458, HB3929, HB4063, HB4115, HB4394, HB74, HB175

Keywords: Puerto Verde, Port Authority, eminent domain, bonds, tax assessments, economic development, infrastructure, transportation, public welfare, child care, certifications, Texas Rising Star Program, grant program, disability inclusion, family income, affordability, economic impact, state study, cost analysis, government support

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• Trade between Texas and Mexico totaled more than $272 billion, and we trade so many products with our
• </c> countries play dirty with unfair Trade countries play dirty with unfair Trade Practices<00:31:57.919
• </c> Texas is Mexico is our largest trading Texas is Mexico is our largest trading partner<00:32:38.559
• </c><00:32:43.039><c> between</c> state's exports in 2023 trade between state's exports in 2023 trade
• as valedictorian, not only from the Naval Academy but from any service academy in 1984; and Midshipman

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Wednesday, March 26, 2025, 1012, house, all

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• Nick Prookah here on behalf of the California Academy of Ideology in support. Thank you.
• Tim Cole with the California Academy of Family Physicians, in support.
• Tim Cole on behalf of the California Academy of Family Physicians, in support.
• Vanessa Hina, on behalf of the California Academy of Family Physicians, in support.
• Annescahina on behalf of the California Academy of Family Physicians in support.

Summary: The Assembly Health Committee heard several bills focused on health care access, oversight, and affordability. The first major item was SB 306 by Senator Becker, a prior authorization reform bill. Becker and supporters, including the California Medical Association and California Hospital Association, argued that prior authorization delays care, adds administrative burden, and can lead to serious patient harm. The bill was substantially amended late in the process to have DMHC and CDI identify services and drugs to exempt from prior authorization based on utilization data, with safeguards for fraud, waste, abuse, and patient safety. Health plans and insurers opposed the measure as written, saying prior authorization remains an important utilization-management tool and raising concerns about the 90% threshold, drug inclusion, and how modifications are counted. The committee also heard SB 35 by Senator Umberg, which would let cities or counties inspect unlicensed sober living homes if DHCS does not act promptly on complaints. Supporters said the bill would address weak enforcement and protect residents, while one behavioral health directors group opposed it unless amended. Members generally supported the measure, citing problems with unlicensed facilities and the need for local enforcement backup. The committee then heard SB 62, which would codify California’s updated essential health benefits benchmark if approved by the federal government. Senator Wiener said the package would add hearing aids, durable medical equipment, and infertility treatment including IVF, acknowledging that premiums could rise but arguing the benefits were worth it. Health Access California and other advocates supported the bill, while the California Family Council opposed it. The committee also took up SB 596 by Senator Menjivar, which would tighten the rules for hospitals claiming an on-call list as a defense to nurse staffing ratio penalties. Supporters, including nurses and SEIU, said hospitals have used vague or ineffective on-call practices to avoid accountability and that the bill would improve enforcement and patient safety. Hospital groups opposed it, arguing that staffing is highly dynamic, that hospitals need flexibility to manage acuity and emergencies, and that the bill could increase costs and interfere with collective bargaining arrangements. Finally, the committee heard SB 40 by Senator Wiener, the Insulin Affordability Act, which would cap insulin copays at $35 for a 30-day supply and restrict step therapy unless a plan covers at least one insulin in each drug type. Supporters, including physicians, diabetes advocates, nurses, students, and patient groups, said insulin is life-saving and too often unaffordable, forcing patients to ration or choose between medication and basic needs. There was no formal opposition testimony, though one member questioned why insulin remains so expensive. The committee also began discussion of SB 363, but the transcript cuts off before that bill’s full presentation or any action on the measures. No votes are recorded in the portion provided, and several bills were noted as consent items earlier in the hearing.

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• > is</c> construction trade academy fund that is construction trade academy fund that is overseen<00:
• </c> trade programs.
• For example, many trade trade programs.
• your trade, you should trades person in your trade, you should have<00:47:59.440><c> the</c><00:47:59.599
• </c> pay for their trades education. pay for their trades education.

Keywords: Meeting Start 00:00:07 Roll Call 00:00:25 Discussion of Lexington’s Housing Affordability Partnership 00:02:26 Discussion of Northern Kentucky’s Housing Blueprint 00:30:12 Discussion of Religious Institution Land Use 00:57:33 Discussion of Free-Market Solutions to Kentucky’s Housing Crisis 01:04:18 Adjournment 01:26:37, 958, all

Summary: The committee met without a quorum and began informally, with members noting this was the final information-gathering meeting on housing before a November meeting to discuss findings and report back to the LRC. The main presentation focused on the Lexington Affordable Housing Partnership, a public-private effort supported by a $10 million state allocation. Presenters described Fayette County’s housing shortage, citing a gap of more than 22,000 units, rising home prices, and the challenge of assembling land and capital for affordable projects. The partnership explained that five local banks created a $3 million capital investment fund to buy and hold land at no interest, with deed restrictions keeping the site at 80% or below area median income and allowing the banks to seek Community Reinvestment Act credit. The first project is a 12.5-acre former Transylvania University baseball field, planned for about 242 units, including detached homes, townhouses, garden-style apartments, and senior housing. Speakers said the project required extensive neighborhood engagement and zoning/development approvals, but that the planning phase is now largely complete and infrastructure work should begin soon. Financing details included roughly $64 million in additional funding through tax credit equity, market-rate loans, city support, Kentucky Housing Corporation resources, and donations from nonprofit partners. Developers said the multifamily bond applications are due to Kentucky Housing Corporation the next day, and they expect the land purchase to be repaid into the revolving fund once the property is entitled and closed, allowing the original $3 million to be redeployed for future projects. They estimated rental units could be filled within about six months of completion, while for-sale units would come online over 12 to 36 months. In discussion, members asked about regulatory barriers and project timelines. Presenters pointed to rising construction costs tied to new federal and state requirements, and one member highlighted the need to continue reviewing planning and zoning reforms to speed development plan approvals and reduce delays. The group also endorsed a possible statewide $20 million housing fund, a residential infrastructure fund, and efforts to avoid additional regulatory burdens on housing development.

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• We look forward to hearing more about the Florida Scholars Academy and how it's doing.
• So I'm back here to discuss the Florida Scholars Academy give you an update.
• So the Scholars Academy was formed as a single unified education system parting with Florida virtual
• It's because of Florida Scholars Academy.
• As Scholars Academy is able to do that virtually with the parents to keep them informed.

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• And, you know, there has to be a trade-off.
• And I'm the Chief Operating Officer for Future Fire Academy.
• Future Fire Academy is a wildland fire academy focused on justice-involved individuals.
• And I'm the Chief Operating Officer for Future Fire Academy.
• Future Fire Academy is a wildland fire academy focused on justice-involved individuals.

Summary: The committee met on April 14, 2006, but began without a quorum and repeatedly recessed while members were summoned. The hearing covered several public safety and criminal justice bills, with testimony largely focused on juvenile justice, mental health, property fraud, prostitution/trafficking, and child exploitation. SB 1157 (Archuleta) would create a framework for less restrictive juvenile probation placements by directing the Judicial Council to develop rules of court; supporters argued it would add needed safety, staffing, background check, zoning, and notice standards, while opponents said it would impose rigid standards on a diverse set of placements and that the Judicial Council was the wrong body to set substantive program rules. The bill drew support from county probation and local government groups and opposition from youth defense and public defender organizations. SB 1012 (Smallwood-Cuevas), the Fire Camp to Career Act, would connect incarcerated fire camp participants to apprenticeships and recognize their training toward eligibility. The author and supporters from labor, fire-related workforce programs, and formerly incarcerated workers said the bill would turn emergency-response service into real career pathways and reduce recidivism; committee members generally supported the concept, with one member emphasizing that certification should still require demonstrated skill. SB 1306 (Cortese) would align state law with federal exemptions for certain low-concentration GBL chemical mixtures used in semiconductor manufacturing and research. Supporters said the bill would remove unnecessary regulatory burdens without affecting pure GBL or public safety, and members described it as a practical competitiveness measure. SB 1401 (Stern) would align felony incompetent-to-stand-trial procedures with existing misdemeanor procedures by adding timeframes, information-sharing provisions, and conservatorship referral tools. Supporters, including a district attorney representative and a family member, said it would help ensure timely treatment and prevent people from being released without care; opponents, including Disability Rights California and public defender groups, argued it would expand court control, weaken confidentiality, and increase conservatorship referrals. The committee approved SB 1401 on a due-pass motion to Appropriations. SB 1027 (Strickland), as amended, would create a task force to study street prostitution and human trafficking, with amendments adding survivor-focused language, a prevalence study, broader membership, and more time for the task force; it passed as amended to the Governmental Organization Committee. The consent calendar, including SB 962, SB 1001, SB 1100, and SB 1211, was approved. Later, SB 1307 (Jones) was heard to speed up clearing fraudulent or forged real estate documents from the record; supporters said it would let courts void false deeds more efficiently without replacing quiet title actions, and the bill passed as amended to the Senate Floor. Finally, SB 1276 (Rubio), the In Child Exploitation Act, was presented to clarify that knowingly viewing livestreamed or AI-generated sexual exploitation of a child is a crime; the author and witnesses from prosecution and forensic nursing said the law must keep pace with technology and close loopholes that let offenders avoid accountability.