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• Ranking Member. Thank you, Madam Chair. Okay, so the next part of the bill, page five, Member?
• Members, any additional debate?
• Members, I'm going to ask Ms.
• Thank you, Chair, Vice Chair, Ranking Member, and committee members for having You are recognized to
• Chair, Ranking Member, and committee members for having me today.

Summary: The Pre-K through 12 Budget Subcommittee met with a quorum and first heard House Bill 731, which would address coach and extracurricular sponsor compensation and change how student-athlete transfer eligibility is determined. The bill would allow local school boards to adopt policies letting booster clubs or similar associations support coaches and activity sponsors, and it would let superintendents treat certain coaches and athletic leaders as administrative personnel for compensation purposes. It would also shift eligibility decisions for transferred student-athletes to the governing athletic association and require clearer bylaws and timelines for those determinations. Members raised questions about booster club oversight, pay equity, the new athletic administrator language, and safeguards against abuse or unequal treatment, while supporters argued the bill would help retain coaches and better support student athletics. The bill was debated and then reported favorably by roll call vote. The committee then received presentations from the Department of Education’s Division of Early Learning and the Florida Association of Early Learning Coalitions on school readiness fraud prevention and mitigation. Speakers explained that Florida’s school readiness program pays providers based on verified attendance rather than enrollment, requires daily parent sign-in/sign-out records, and uses multiple layers of oversight including coalition anti-fraud plans, annual audits, programmatic monitoring, DCF inspections, and referrals to state fraud investigators when needed. They emphasized that Florida delayed implementation of a federal rule that would have required prospective enrollment-based payments, and said the state’s current system makes fraud difficult. Members asked about military and grandparent guardianship situations, audit findings, and the number of fraud referrals; presenters said fraud cases are relatively limited and that the existing controls and public enforcement act as deterrents. The meeting ended after members thanked the presenters and the committee adjourned without further business.

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• We'll do 30 districts, one Senate member, two House members.
• Chair, members.
• Chair and members.
• Chair and members, you know, these boards, they do collect fees and such for those other issues that
• Chair and members, you know, these boards, they do collect fees and such for those other issues that

Committees: House Government , House House Government Committee of Reference

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• Members, do we have any questions? I'm happy to take any questions.
• Members, item C in your packet are the methods of finance for this month.
• The RFQs and ratifications: there are two requests for qualifications.
• Members, do we have any questions?
• requested by the Board of Nursing on nurses.

Committee: All ALC-REVIEW

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• <00:04:08.879><c> for</c><00:04:09.120><c> treatment</c> qualifications for treatment qualifications
• </c> members, the the microphones are open. members, the the microphones are open.
• and ranking members?
• </c> any other member? Senator Aki. any other member? Senator Aki.
• </c> That's what we hear from our members. That's what we hear from our members.

Committee: Senate Human Services

Transcript Highlights:

• Representative Joel McIntyre, assistant ranking member.
• It's comprised of employee and employer members.
• It's equal members: labor and management.
• It's comprised of seven members: three members representing business, three members representing organized
• labor, and one public member.

Summary: The work session focused first on Washington’s apprenticeship system, especially building trades programs and support services. Labor and Industries staff explained how registered apprenticeship works in the state, including the role of the Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council, the requirements for paid on-the-job training and classroom instruction, and the difference between apprenticeship and pre-apprenticeship. Panelists emphasized that apprenticeship is tied to actual jobs and training agents, and that many waitlists reflect a shortage of job openings and employer participation rather than a lack of interest. They also discussed youth apprenticeship, the growth of apprenticeship and pre-apprenticeship programs, and the use of Career Bridge and L&I’s database to help people find programs. Representatives asked whether the state should expand apprenticeship programs and how people can find openings. Speakers said more programs alone would not solve the backlog without more employers signing on as training agents and more apprenticeship utilization on projects. The panel also highlighted the Constructed Career Initiative, a grant-funded navigation and support program that helps people enter and stay in building trades apprenticeships through outreach, case management, and wraparound aid such as transportation, tools, and work clothes. A related nonprofit, Build Up, described similar support services, including prison-based boot and PPE programs and assistance for reentry participants. The panel said these services are especially important because apprentices often face unstable income, housing, food, and transportation barriers. The panel also discussed House Bill 2084 and the new Construction Training Pathway Oversight Committee, which is examining construction training in correctional facilities and how to create clearer pathways from prison-based training to apprenticeship, college, or work. Speakers said the committee is still in its early stages and will report to the legislature. The session ended with committee members thanking the panel and noting the importance of support services and referral networks for apprentices. The meeting then resumed at Renton Technical College, where college leaders and faculty discussed serving non-traditional students. The college reported strong enrollment growth, a median student age of 30, a diverse student body, and high job placement rates, while also noting significant budget cuts and program reductions from the prior year. Health care and early childhood education programs were highlighted, including efforts to expand access through hybrid scheduling, evening and Saturday classes, Spanish-language offerings, and in-person wraparound support for admissions, financial aid, and registration. Faculty said these changes were driven by student data and were aimed at helping working parents, English learners, and other non-traditional students complete credentials and enter family-wage careers.

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• The board consists of 11 board members: three firefighters, three police officers, three employer representatives
• of some board members and reached out to the Troopers Association to let them know last session that
• of some board members and reached out to the troopers association to let them know last session that
• And that doesn't really impact a lot of LEOFF 2 members, but I think it's important for the LEOFF 2 board
• And Aaron, you're on board. Thank you, Mr. Chair, members of the committee.

Committee: Joint Select Committee on Pension Policy

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• Um, and members of the committee, my name is David Greeman.
• Chair and members of the committee.
• Chair and members of the committee.
• Chair and members of the committee.
• </c> Outreach uh with these tribal members Outreach uh with these tribal members and<01:13:53.760><c>

Committee: House Human Services Finance and Policy

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• Chair, committee members.
• Chair, committee members.
• </c> different which they are school boards different which they are school boards or<01:14:58.320><c
• </c><01:35:44.760><c> has</c> get us if questions if any members has get us if questions if any members
• </c> that go night thank you Mr chair members that go night thank you Mr chair members of<01:36:17.080

Committee: House Children and Families Finance and Policy

Transcript Highlights:

• Good morning, Chair Berry, Ranking Member Schmidt, and members of the committee.
• Chair Berry, Ranking Member Schmidt, members of the committee, thank you so much.
• Good morning, Chair Berry, Ranking Member Schmidt, and members of the committee.
• Good morning, Chair Berry, Ranking Member Schmidt, and members of the committee.
• Chair Berry, Ranking Member Schmidt, members of the committee.

Bills: HB2355 , HB2151 , HB2372 , HB2472 , HB2409

Committee: House Labor & Workplace Standards

Keywords: labor protections, domestic workers, wage standards, employment rights, worker safety, factory built housing, commercial structures, national standards, construction regulation, building safety, workers' compensation, benefits, employment, injury claims, insurance, liability, fire protection, sprinkler systems, licensed contractors, certified fitters

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• Um, all subcommittee members received, two days ago, a four-page memorandum from uh Davis Allen, our
• </c> date um all subcommittee members date um all subcommittee members received<00:05:15.880><c> two<
• c><00:05:32.759><c> doubt</c><00:05:33.000><c> that</c><00:05:33.120><c> will</c> If there is any member
• </c><00:05:50.880><c> have</c> the sub subcommittee members have the sub subcommittee members have attended
• Again, I want to thank the subcommittee members and Deputy Secretary Hennessy for coming today.

Committee: House Election Law

Transcript Highlights:

• Thank you, Assembly Member Addis. Questions from other committee members?
• Assembly Member Sharp-Collins? Assembly Member Sharp-Collins.
• Thank you, Senator Member. I appreciate your questions. Assembly Member. Thank you.
• Chair and members.
• Chair and members.

Summary: The Assembly Budget Subcommittee on Accountability and Oversight held a hearing on how H.R. 1’s new federal work and community engagement rules will affect Medi-Cal and CalFresh, especially for Californians with behavioral health needs, people experiencing homelessness, and justice-involved individuals. The Legislative Analyst’s Office outlined the scope of the changes, including Medi-Cal work requirements beginning in January 2027 and CalFresh changes beginning in June 2026, and estimated large potential coverage losses if people cannot document exemptions or comply with reporting rules. State departments said they are still awaiting some federal guidance but are already building implementation plans, data matching, outreach campaigns, and system changes to reduce disruption and automatically identify exemptions where possible. Department of Health Care Services and Department of Social Services officials described efforts to use existing data, CalSAWS, and cross-program coordination to streamline exemption screening, including for medical frailty, serious mental illness, substance use disorders, and student status. They said outreach will include text messaging, webinars, county training, and community-based partners, while also acknowledging that many people will still need direct worker contact. County representatives stressed that the new rules will create major administrative burdens, require significant new staffing, and could lead to coverage loss if counties are not adequately funded. They urged the Legislature to release the $20 million in current-year General Fund for CalFresh implementation and to consider a much larger county augmentation next year. Assembly members pressed the administration on outreach strategy, county funding, consistency across counties, and how to avoid harming eligible people through overly aggressive implementation. They also asked about coordination with universities, CDCR, and community-based organizations, and about how exemptions would be documented for mental health and substance use conditions. Department officials said they are working with counties, education institutions, and correctional agencies, and that they are trying to align Medi-Cal and CalFresh rules where possible, but not all federal definitions match. Public commenters from legal aid, counties, labor, and public hospitals warned that work requirements do not increase employment, will worsen food insecurity and health outcomes, and will strain county systems unless the state provides more funding and support.

Transcript Highlights:

• If a taxpayer applies to the Board of Equalization to challenge a tax assessment, the board must meet
• It also includes a provision applying to boards of equalization: if a taxpayer applies to the Board of
• The other member responded that it is “incredibly high.”
• Clerk, please ring the bell and open the board.”
• Clerk, please close the board and tally the vote.

Summary: The House established a quorum and then took up several bills for perfection and printing. House Bill 2189, sponsored by the Jasper member, would allow five-year vehicle registrations, eliminate the old even/odd model-year registration rule, and limit the five-year option to vehicles six years old or newer. Members discussed how the bill would interact with emissions, safety inspections, insurance verification, and county tax collection systems. House Amendment 1, which set the five-year fee at $45, was adopted, and the bill was then perfected and printed. The chamber next considered House Committee Substitute for House Bill 1790, a ballot-language measure sponsored by the St. Louis County member. The bill requires clearer ballot wording for local tax levies, including stating levy amounts in dollar terms, alphabetic labeling of propositions, disclosure when a measure would nullify a prior sunset, and a rollback rule tied to reassessment years and voter-approved levies. Members generally supported the transparency goals, and a drafting correction amendment adding a comma was adopted before the committee substitute was perfected and printed. House Committee Substitute for House Bill 2178, sponsored by the Pike member, drew the most extended debate. The bill would limit commercial property assessment increases to 15% per reassessment cycle, require a physical inspection if increases exceed that threshold, and require Board of Equalization decisions by the end of September or revert to the prior year’s assessment. Amendments were adopted to add short-term rental protections so assessors cannot reclassify residential short-term rentals as commercial property, to incorporate ballot-language provisions from other bills, and to add taxpayer protections requiring clearer assessment notices, faster refunds, and litigation-cost recovery in some successful appeals. The body adopted House Amendment 1 by roll call, 92-43 with 5 present, and later adopted House Amendments 2 and 3; House Amendment 4 was then taken up for further discussion at the end of the transcript.

Transcript Highlights:

• Members as well, if you don't care.
• </c> &gt;&gt; Ranking minority member Kulkarni. &gt;&gt; Ranking minority member Kulkarni.
• </c> qualification periods. qualification periods.
• Any other member? All right.
• Thanks. >> Any other member?

Committee: House Economic Development & Workforce Investment

Transcript Highlights:

• I WAS A SCHOOL BOARD MEMBER FOR FOUR TERMS, 14 YEARS.
• SHOULD TO BE MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OR THE PARENTS OF HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY.
• THIS WEEK I'VE BEEN REACHED OUT TO BUY SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS ASKING FOR GUIDANCE LIKE THIS.
• JUST GETTING OUT OF DEFICIT THERE. >> I AM A BOARD MEMBER AND SPEAK ON BEHALF OF THE INTERFACE ALLIANCE
• I'M GOING TO PUT MY SCHOOL BOARD MEMBER HAT ON AGAIN AND WE HAD A COMMITTEE, THE SCHOOL BOARD NEVER EVER

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• If you would stand up and let us recognize the board members for the Space and Rocket Center.
• Thank you, members. Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Thank you, members.
• Thank you, members.
• Thank you, members. Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Thank you, members.
• Speaker, members, this bill is brought on behalf of the Board of State Chiropractic Examiners.

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• If not, questions, members?
• So we have nine voting members of our board, and then eight seated right now, and we also have two ex
• 00:11:18.399><c> and</c><00:11:18.560><c> then</c><00:11:18.920><c> eight</c> members of our board uh
• and then eight members of our board uh and then eight seated<00:11:19.720><c> right</c><00:11:19.920
• If not, questions, members?

Committee: House Judiciary & Hawaiian Affairs

Summary: The House Committee on Judiciary and Hawaiian Affairs met on March 12, 2025, and heard testimony on several election-related and governance measures. On SB 176, relating to recounts, the Office of Elections supported clarifying that recount triggers should be based on the final Election Day report rather than the 6:00 a.m. next-day report, citing a 2022 recount example. The chair noted 3 testimonies in support, 42 in opposition, and 1 comment. On SB 1337, relating to the Stadium Authority, the authority supported changing quorum rules so only voting members count, explaining that the current interpretation makes it difficult to conduct business; written testimony from DBEDT was also received. On SB 289, relating to ethics administrative fines, the Ethics Commission supported uniform procedures to resolve uncontested enforcement matters more quickly while preserving due process; written support was also noted. The committee then heard SB 311, a proposed constitutional amendment on freedom of speech and money in elections. Supporters, including Community Alliance on Prisons, Our Revolution Hawaii, Pride at Work Hawaii, Common Cause Hawaii, and others, argued that money in politics distorts democracy and that the amendment would help prevent wealthy interests from buying influence. Opponents, including the Hawaii Christian Coalition and individual testifiers, argued that changing the constitution was too serious, that the proposal should be handled by ordinary legislation instead, and that the measure could create legal conflict. Deputy Attorney General Candace Park said the bill would only matter if key federal cases such as Buckley and Citizens United were overturned, and the chair thanked her for the legal input. The committee also heard SB 780, relating to election ballot disqualification, which would exclude candidates disqualified by constitutional or statutory provisions and create procedures for challenges. Opposition testimony said the bill would undermine voter choice, burden courts and election officials, and invite misuse; the Hawaii Christian Coalition echoed those concerns. Members raised questions about whether the measure would apply only to state and county offices, and the Attorney General’s office said it would follow up. Finally, on SB 1030, relating to election intimidation, supporters said firearms should not be brought near polling places or ballot drop boxes, while opponents argued the bill was unnecessary and could affect lawful possession; the committee received 12 testimonies, with 39 in support. The committee then began SB 1225, a proposed constitutional amendment changing the vote threshold for legislative amendments to a majority of votes tallied, excluding blanks, spoiled ballots, and overvotes; testimony in support was heard from the LGBTQ+ Commission and others, and the discussion was still underway when the excerpt ended.

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• If the members will recall, it's about $3 billion.
• The clerk will ring the bell and open the board. The clerk will ring the bell and open the board.
• So what we're doing now is just giving the board of directors who are elected to that board the option
• The clerk will ring the bell and open the board. The clerk will ring the bell and open the board.
• The clerk will ring the bell and open the board. The clerk will ring the bell and open the board.

Summary: The Missouri House convened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, approved the prior day’s journal 117-1, and held several points of personal privilege and guest introductions. Members recognized Women Legislators of Missouri for raising $100,000 for scholarships, honored fallen officer James Anthony Mitchell, Sr. with a moment of silence, welcomed the Blair Oaks state championship football team, visiting students from Bakersfield, Kirbyville, and Raymondville, hospital representatives promoting healthy eating, a former member of the House, and several interns. The chamber then took up committee reports and a supplemental budget measure, House Bill 2014. The budget chairman explained the Senate substitute made limited changes, including removing funding for the capital commission and a D.C. promotional event, restoring $600,000 for an agriculture fee fund, and adding $14 million for tobacco settlement shortfalls. He also noted major funding for MoDOT, disaster relief, and rural health care. The House adopted the Senate substitute 135-14 and finally passed the bill 137-13. Members next debated and passed House Bill 2559, the Raines Act, which would require more legislative review of rules with fiscal impacts; supporters framed it as reining in bureaucracy, while opponents said it would add delay and another layer of government. It passed 103-44. The House also passed House Bill 2710 on school accountability and A-F report cards for schools and districts after extensive debate over transparency, local control, and whether the bill would unfairly label schools; it passed 96-53. Other bills passed included HB 2404/2172 on repurposing unused school buildings (91-54), HB 1797 on alternative CPA licensure pathways (142-0), HB 1786 increasing Highway Patrol vehicle revolving fund spending authority (139-4), HB 2105 on water/sewer billing transparency for tenants (129-9), HB 2397 giving water district boards flexibility on dissolution thresholds and ballot language (130-15), HB 2108 conveying land to address a Jefferson City viaduct/emergency access issue (143-1), HB 2818 allowing St. Joseph to annex an airport it has owned since 1942 (137-8), and HB 1980 expanding peer review protections to emergency medical professionals, which was introduced and discussed near the end of the transcript.

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• The clerk will close the board and tally the vote.
• The clerk will close the board and tally the vote.
• The clerk will ring the bell and open the board. The clerk will ring the bell and open the board.
• The clerk will ring the bell and open the board. The clerk will ring the bell and open the board.
• I hope that this is caught across the board.

Summary: The House opened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, approval of the prior day’s journal by a 124-1 vote, and numerous introductions of student groups, health professionals, and other guests. Committee reports were then read, including several bills recommended “do pass.” The chamber also heard a personal privilege speech from a St. Louis County member responding to a North St. Louis County school track meet shooting, calling for stronger action on gun access and firearm safety. The main floor work focused heavily on appropriations and capital projects. House Bills 2017, 2018, 2019, and 2020 were debated and passed, covering reappropriations, maintenance and repair projects, new capital improvements, and remaining ARPA pandemic funds. HB 2017 passed 137-9, HB 2018 passed 127-21, HB 2019 passed 98-48, and HB 2020 passed 127-24. Members emphasized that the bills largely used previously appropriated or federal funds, while some Democrats raised concerns about general revenue spending and one-time infrastructure projects. The House also adopted and finally passed Senate-amended HB 2641 on hemp/cannabis-related regulation, with changes on privacy, worker organization, effective date, and age restrictions; it passed 125-21 on adoption and 126-23 on final passage. HB 2423, dealing with Department of Finance staffing and capacity, passed unanimously after Senate adoption. Other measures passed included HB 1919 on electronic filing parity with IRS rules, HB 1768/2060 on short-term rental property tax classification, HB 1855 adding Alpha-Gal Syndrome to reportable conditions, HB 2355 creating a Food is Medicine pilot option, HB 1717/1643 on psilocybin therapy for veterans and first responders, HB 2372, a broad health care package, HB 2408 on the deaf-blind fund, HB 3000 on auditor/siganture-related procedures, HB 2898 restoring land bank tools, and HB 1740, “Melanie’s Law,” strengthening DWI penalties and ignition interlock requirements. Not all bills advanced: HB 3239, which would have expanded and funded the workforce diploma program through MoCAP, failed 55-95 after criticism that it shifted K-12 formula money and stripped vendor standards. HB 2760, the “Praise Act” on treatment of houses of worship during emergencies, drew extended debate on religious liberty, public health, and consistency in emergency orders; the transcript cuts off before the final vote is shown. Throughout the day, members frequently cited bipartisan support for health, public safety, and administrative bills, while several measures drew sharper partisan or policy disagreements over funding, regulation, and local control.

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• Chair and members.
• Yeah, my name is Beth Kinsky, owner and operator of NY Pines Resort, also a Minnesota Resorts board member
• </c><00:41:56.839><c> member</c> Minnesota Resorts board member Minnesota Resorts board member um<00:
• I'm a member and on the board of the Minnesota Resorters, and I have the unique opportunity to be the
• and on the bowring okay um I'm a member and on the board<00:51:25.920><c> of</c><00:51:26.040><c> the

Bills: HF1359 , HF1829 , HF290 , HF1933 , HF926

Committee: House Taxes

Transcript Highlights:

• </c> Good morning, sir, committee members. Good morning, sir, committee members.
• </c> service member. service member.
• </c> for their service members. for their service members. Okay.
• </c> that service member receives. Right. that service member receives. Right.
• </c> for single service members. for single service members.

Committee: House State-Federal Relations and Veterans Affairs