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• veterans have trusted, professional, and free support through our County Veterans Service Officer network
• I just want to thank my colleague, because I thank you for refreshing our memory of our bill that we

Summary: The Assembly Committee on Military and Veterans Affairs met with a quorum and first approved its consent calendar, which included AJR 15, SB 56, SB 296, and SB 855, with the roll left open for absent members. The committee then heard SB 694 by Senator Archuleta, a bill aimed at protecting veterans from unaccredited claims representatives and other for-profit entities that charge fees to assist with VA disability claims. The author and supporters, including county veterans service officers and veterans organizations, argued the measure would curb predatory practices, restore accountability, and steer veterans toward free, accredited assistance through CVSOs and other authorized representatives. Testimony in support emphasized that veterans are often targeted online and may pay large fees for services that are available for free, while supporters said unaccredited firms lack transparency and can exploit vulnerable veterans. Opposition witnesses, including representatives of claims-assistance companies and individual veterans, argued the bill would eliminate choice and that some contingency-based firms provide useful services, better outcomes, and faster claims processing. Committee members debated whether the bill would unlawfully bar legitimate assistance or whether it was needed to stop illegal business practices, with several members noting the issue is also being litigated in federal court and that an accreditation process already exists through the VA. After discussion, the committee voted to pass SB 694 and refer it to the Committee on Judiciary. The final vote was 6 ayes, with some members not voting. The committee then completed the consent calendar vote, which passed with eight votes, and adjourned.

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• underscore that this responsibility of the entire federal government, Native education is supported by a network
• tribal leaders, there's always stories about Haskell from them or their family members, and there's a memory

Keywords: Native education, Department of Education, federal funding, testimony, treaty obligations, public schools, educational policies, Indigenous students

Summary: The meeting focused on the responsibilities of the U.S. Department of Education towards Native students, highlighting the importance of federal education programs that satisfy treaty obligations to Native communities. Various witnesses testified about the impact of educational policies designed to support Native students who primarily attend public schools. Concerns were voiced over recent proposals that could potentially undermine these programs, citing the role of federal funding in ensuring successful educational outcomes for Native youth. The chair of the committee emphasized the need for continued federal support and attention to the unique educational challenges faced by Indigenous populations.

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• Our staff manage the Statewide Air Quality Monitoring Network.
• The institutional memory is critical. Thank you all very much. Thank you for all you do.

Keywords: 1185, senate, all

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• . >> Chair Trumbull: YOU CAN DO IT ALL BY MEMORY IF YOU WANT TO. >> I WILL DO MY BEST.
• WE FOCUSED ON A NUMBER OF INDIVIDUALS SERVED AND ALSO ENSURING THAT WE HAVE AN ADEQUATE PROVIDER NETWORK

Keywords: 999, senate, all

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• level. ...approaches to stop the delivery of spam calls and texts at the network level using technology
• This technology ...so that the calls don't originate on their networks.
• That's our primary concern about HB 363: that it will add to an already complex network ...about HB 363
• is that it will add to an already complex network of existing laws that are creating a lot of litigation
• old photos on it, then he better have paid for Google One or Samsung Cloud in order to get those memories

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Summary: The committee heard testimony on House Bill 452, a right-to-repair bill for agricultural equipment. Farm Bureau and several manufacturers’ representatives opposed the bill, arguing that existing memorandums of understanding already provide farmers access to parts, diagnostics, and repair information, and warning that broader software access could increase emissions tampering and safety risks. Supporters, including repair advocates, a legislator, and a farmer representative, argued that the MOUs are not binding, that farmers need enforceable repair rights to avoid costly delays during critical harvest periods, and that owners should be able to repair equipment they bought without dealer lock-in. No vote was taken during the hearing. The committee also heard testimony on bills to limit or eliminate “grab-and-go” alcohol sales at large venues, including House Bill 325 and Senate Bill 225. Union workers from Fenway Park and the TD Garden described self-checkout alcohol kiosks as creating public safety and compliance problems, including underage access, over-serving, theft, and difficulty monitoring intoxication in crowded settings. They said workers are often understaffed and bear discipline when violations occur. In contrast, the Boston Red Sox and Aramark defended the supervised self-checkout model, saying it speeds service, is widely used, and operates with multiple layers of supervision, training, and regulatory oversight; they said they had not received violation notices and that any incidents are isolated. Senator Edwards also testified in support of House Bill 369, aimed at restricting marketing of certain harsh cosmetic products to children, and in support of the grab-and-go bill. She argued that children should not be targeted with products containing toxic chemicals and that alcohol service should remain supervised by trained staff to protect consumers and jobs. Senator Collins and other legislators also spoke in favor of restricting grab-and-go alcohol service, citing concerns about underage drinking and overconsumption. The hearing additionally included a separate bill on Sunday morning alcohol service, with Representatives Scanlon and Lewis arguing for allowing sales beginning at 8 a.m. on Sundays rather than 10 a.m., but that bill was only discussed briefly and no action was taken.

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• Um, the chair calls Lisa McGiffert with the Patient Safety Action Network.
• Um, I'm with the Patient Safety Action Network.
• Well, I may, if my memory is correct, in prior sessions when we've talked about this bill, members of
• Testifying on behalf of Texas Network of Youth Services, and you are against the bill.
• I'm the policy manager at Texas Network of Youth Services. We call ourselves TNoise.

Bills: HB15, HB171, HB204

Keywords: flood risk, campground, safety regulations, civil penalty, guest safety, Harris County, flood control, governance, expansion, public health, local governance, environmental management

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• Um, refresh my memory.
• The Kentucky network was alive.
• The Kentucky network was alive. The Kentucky network was alive.
• The network The relationship held. The network worked. worked. worked.
• single coordinated response network. single coordinated response network.

Bills: SB8

Keywords: utilities, public service commission, energy regulation, appointment, emergency declaration, tax increases, consumer protection, Meeting Start 00:00:00 Attendance Roll Call 00:00:51 Approval of Minutes 00:02:07 Legislator Comments 00:02:18 LIHEAP Public Hearing 00:04:19 PSC Update on RS 26 SB 8 00:32:18 WaterStep Presentation 01:04:08, 958, all

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• The aging network line...
• We have an incredible network to provide these services.
• For the aging network, I'm sorry.
• We're really underfunding the non-metro AAAs, which are part of the aging network.
• and what they provided us as far as not being open, or an open network.

Keywords: 996, all

Summary: The committee first heard an Aging and Long-Term Services Department budget presentation comparing the LFC and executive recommendations. The main differences were in the Aging Network, Adult Protective Services, Program Support, and Long-Term Care Division, especially the executive’s proposed $10 million infusion into the Kiki Savadra Senior Dignity Fund and $6.2 million for expanding New Mexico Care. LFC staff explained that the committee recommendation was lower in general fund and fund-balance use, while the executive emphasized rising senior population needs, meal and transportation costs, and the cost savings of keeping older adults at home. The secretary also reviewed the department’s special requests, including the conference on aging, outreach, emergency preparedness, and the Kiki fund, and described New Mexico Care’s growth, its evaluation results, and the department’s plan to separate Kiki into its own accounting fund. Members largely focused on senior services, rural meal delivery, transportation, caregiver support, and the Kiki fund. Several members urged stronger support for non-metro aging providers and for New Mexico Care, citing its role in keeping seniors out of nursing homes and the program’s reported savings and outcomes. Questions also covered eligibility, background checks for caregivers, respite care, dementia and Alzheimer’s screening, and whether Kiki funds can support home modifications such as ramps. The committee then voted to adopt the LFC recommendation with one executive language change: adding the executive’s page 14 language allowing an additional 12.5% distribution for initial payments to aging network providers at the start of FY27. Representative Dow opposed the motion. The committee then moved to the Attorney General’s budget. LFC staff explained that the office’s budget relies heavily on the Consumer Settlement Fund, with both recommendations reducing general fund revenue while increasing settlement-fund use, and that performance measures were in consensus. The Attorney General said the office was not seeking more general fund, but wanted greater ability to use funds it recovers. He highlighted major consumer and public safety work, including litigation against major social media and AI platforms, a case involving Snapchat and child exploitation/extortion, the statewide crime gun intelligence center, efforts to address oilfield theft, work on missing and murdered Indigenous persons, and efforts to protect federal funds coming into New Mexico.

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• It's designed not just to study these issues, but to build a network of leaders prepared to act on them
• I mean, we're definitely going to develop leaders, bring people together, network, and talk about solutions
• , Willis-Knighton, Ryan Cross, FMOL, Matthew Wallace, Christus Health, Nick Hunter, Lake Charles Memorial
• K., Willis Knighton, Ryan Cross, FMOL, Matthew Wallace, Christus Helt, Nick Hunter, Lake Charles Memorial
• It is to memorialize the United States Congress and to urge the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services

Bills: SB57, SB405, HB62, HB193, HB203, HB222, HB246, HB420, HB475, HB486, HB574, HB584, HB815, HB949, HB1092, HB1214

Keywords: SB 57, Act 735, Act 463, nutrition, public health, food additives, artificial colors, banned chemicals, ingredient labeling, food labeling, FDA, food and beverage regulation, consumer disclosure, school nutrition, Louisiana Revised Statutes Title 40, Louisiana Revised Statutes Title 17, food manufacturers, food retailers, compliance, effective date delay

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• Under this bill, with the 287(g) program, with this, quite frankly, network of bureaucracy, are they
• Under this bill, with the 287G program, with this, quite frankly, network of bureaucracy, are they going
• Kushner, Jared's father, wrote one of the sweetest, most respectful letters I've ever written about the memory
• And whenever I'm at— I've ever written about the memory of my father and my grandfather.
• I've ever written about the memory of my father and my grandfather.

Summary: The Senate opened with a quorum, prayer, and the Pledge of Allegiance, then read an amended joint proclamation expanding the special session call to include financial penalties for government officials, criminal penalties for offenses committed by illegal aliens, and programs and appropriations to support law enforcement cooperation with federal immigration enforcement. No committee reports, governor’s messages, or House messages were on the desk before the chamber moved to the special order calendar. The main item was Committee Substitute for Senate Bill 2B, the immigration bill, along with a late-filed strike-all amendment by Senator Gruters. Gruters said the amendment aligned terminology with federal law, increased penalties for crimes by unauthorized aliens, added transnational crime organizations to gang definitions, required stronger participation in the federal 287(g) program, created financial penalties for noncompliance, offered a $1,000 bonus for officers assisting ICE in large operations, directed more information-sharing with federal agencies, and barred DHSMV from issuing licenses or IDs to unauthorized aliens. He framed the bill as supporting President Trump’s immigration agenda and focusing on criminal illegal aliens rather than street-level enforcement. A long question-and-answer period followed, with Senators Polsky, Pizzo, Smith, Jones, Roscoe, Berman, and others pressing the sponsor on scope, legality, costs, and implementation. Questions focused on whether the bill would require participation beyond jails and detention centers, whether schools or churches could be affected, liability and immunity for local agencies, the size and purpose of the proposed appropriations, and the impact on undocumented students receiving in-state tuition waivers. Gruters and Senator Fine said the 287(g) provisions were intended to apply to jails and detention facilities, that green-card holders and lawful residents would not be affected, and that the tuition waiver repeal would end discounted tuition for students in the country illegally while not affecting their ability to attend. Fine also defended the mandatory death penalty provision for certain capital offenses committed by illegal immigrants, acknowledging it would likely be challenged in court but arguing the bill was designed to test and advance the policy. No final vote or other action on the bill is reflected in the excerpt.

Bills: SB115, SB131, SB93, HB319, HB163, HB268, SB115, SB131, SB93, HB319, HB163, HB268, HB181, HB153, SB132, SB26, SB189, SB196, HB140, SB197, HB117

Keywords: SB115, Alabama, impersonating a peace officer, peace officer, law enforcement impersonation, police impersonation, unauthorized police officer, fake cop, certification revoked, certification suspended, Alabama Peace Officers' Standards and Training Commission, APOSTC, Class C felony, law enforcement hiring, appointment of officers, federal law enforcement, arrest authority, public order, criminal offenses, Judiciary Committee

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• Monica Madrid on behalf of the California Dream Network and the Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights
• Good afternoon, Alison DeLuca with the Southern California College Attainment Network, also in support
• AB 2115 acknowledges the truth by issuing a formal legislative apology and memorializing it in a plaque
• It creates a massive pipeline that will move children from loving homes into a state network of financially

Keywords: 987, senate, all

Summary: The committee heard a series of Assembly bills, with no formal votes taken because the committee was operating without a quorum and repeatedly noted that motions and votes would occur later when a quorum was present. Several measures drew broad support and no opposition, while others generated both support and opposition testimony on policy and legal grounds. AB 1744, the Clear Labels, Clear Seas Act, would prohibit sunscreen products marketed as reef safe, reef friendly, or similar terms from containing chemical UV filters. The author and student supporters said the bill is a truth-in-labeling measure meant to prevent greenwashing and protect marine ecosystems; Consumer Reports also supported it. No opposition was offered, and senators praised the student advocates. AB 713 would allow undocumented students at UC, CSU, and community colleges to access campus jobs. The author, a law professor, and many student and immigrant-rights organizations supported it, arguing it would reduce exploitation and improve affordability and retention; a few opponents argued it would conflict with federal law. Committee members expressed strong support and personal reflections on the issue. AB 1359 would let people age 80 and older opt out of jury service without a doctor’s note, and supporters said it would reduce burdens on older adults and people with Alzheimer’s or other conditions; there was no opposition. AB 2563 would standardize and clarify definitions of sex discrimination across California codes. Supporters, including women’s rights and reproductive health groups, said it would strengthen and harmonize protections; opponents argued it would blur distinctions between sex and gender identity and create legal conflicts. AB 1705 would require websites hosting sexually explicit content to verify consent for depicted persons before upload; supporters framed it as a response to nonconsensual pornography, while TechNet opposed the bill as overbroad for sites that prohibit such content, though Senator Wiener said he would support it while seeking further privacy-related amendments. The committee also heard AB 1940 on menopause-related workplace protections, with supporters saying it would clarify existing rights and improve workplace awareness, while the Chamber of Commerce opposed expanding the protected-class framework and urged reliance on reasonable accommodation law. AB 1824 would incorporate ICWA and Cal-ICWA protections into the Probate Code to prevent guardianship proceedings from being used to bypass tribal child welfare protections; tribal representatives and advocates strongly supported it and no opposition appeared. AB 2115 would issue a formal legislative apology to California Native peoples for historic state violence and discrimination and place a commemorative plaque at the Capitol; Native leaders and allies supported it, and committee members offered strong remarks in favor. AB 2076 would add nitrous oxide to age-verification restrictions on dangerous online products, prohibit purchase with gift cards or store credit, and increase penalties for large sellers; supporters cited youth misuse and public safety harms, and TechNet/CCIA moved from opposition to neutral. AB 2783 would expand court reporter licensure reciprocity and extend a remote court reporting pilot, with support from court reporters and the Judicial Council and no opposition. AB 1916 would include American Sign Language interpreters in the court interpreter collective bargaining framework; interpreters and disability advocates supported it, while the Judicial Council opposed it, saying the act was designed for spoken-language interpretation and the amendment did not fully resolve implementation concerns.

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• For prescription pricing controls, prohibiting gag clauses, network adequacy requirements, and reimbursement
• about this legislation, about behavioral health, and they're leveraging a lot of their internal networks
• accountable entities to come together, get to know their counterparts around the state, and really have a network
• Madam Chair, you may wish to refresh my memory on this, but I know that we left it to the regions to

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• And so we had a memorial for him a month or two ago. And I learned what I did not know about Monty.
• We are part of two research collaboration networks funded by the National Science Foundation, one on
• It lives within NMSU's internal network.
• Our networking people, when they learn about that they were so excited because they were thinking about

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• religious heritage as they could, including including the Ten Commandments displays and veterans memorials
• I'm Levi Fiedler, political coordinator at the Texas Freedom Network.
• I'm here to testify in opposition to SB 11 on behalf of myself and the Texas Freedom Network an organization
• My name is- I'm the political director at the Texas Freedom Network, an organization of parents, young

Bills: SB 10, SB 11

Keywords: human trafficking, trafficking victim, compelling prostitution, affirmative defense, criminal defense, coercion, force fraud or coercion, sexual exploitation, victim protection, Penal Code, Texas criminal law, prosecution, party liability, affirmative defense statute, survivor rights, 1185, senate, all

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• On November 4, 2023, my mom was rushed to Scripps Memorial Hospital after taking a bad fall and fracturing
• Choice is not the same as necessity, and choice should be allowed under a legally protected network.
• California has long underfunded the very network of CVSOs that serves veterans, relying on counties..
• of CVSOs that serves veterans relying on counties ...has long underfunded the very network of CVSOs
• One flew in from Colorado to get him to go to UCSF, the Memory Care Center.

Summary: The committee heard several bills, with most drawing support after amendments or ongoing stakeholder negotiations. SB 29, by Senator Laird, would extend a sunset on the law allowing pain-and-suffering claims to survive a plaintiff’s death; supporters, including a family member describing a medical negligence case, labor groups, consumer advocates, and disability and elder organizations, argued it prevents defendants from running out the clock, while hospitals, medical groups, and business organizations warned of higher costs and added liability. After extensive debate about data collection, settlement reporting, and the impact on health care access, the bill passed to Appropriations on a divided vote. SB 294, by Senator Reyes and presented by Senator Laird, would require employers to notify a worker’s emergency contact if the worker is arrested or detained and would create a template to inform employees of state and federal labor rights. Labor and worker advocates said the bill would help workers understand and enforce their rights amid weakened federal enforcement; there was no opposition on file, and the bill passed unanimously to Appropriations. SB 697 would modernize water-rights adjudication by allowing the State Water Board to use technology instead of requiring in-person field investigations; with no opposition, it also passed unanimously. The committee also advanced SB 37 on attorney advertising, SB 645 on peremptory challenges in civil cases, SB 303 on bias-mitigation trainings in public workplaces, and SB 464 on expanding pay-data reporting for specified state workers. SB 37 drew support from consumer and legal groups but concerns from Walker Advertising about joint advertising; members said negotiations were ongoing, and the bill passed. SB 645 would extend anti-bias jury-selection rules to certain civil rights cases; criminal-defense and defense groups said they were close to agreement, and the bill passed. SB 303 and SB 464 were both amended to narrow scope and moved forward after several opponents shifted to neutral or removed opposition. The committee also approved a consent calendar of additional bills, all sent to Appropriations.

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• This brings back memories of my days of working as a newspaper journalist.
• >> This brings back so much memories of >> This brings back so much memories of >>
• The Bitcoin network uses a blockchain technology.
• The Bitcoin network uses a blockchain technology.
• The Bitcoin network uses a blockchain technology.

Keywords: 1136, house, all

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• <00:30:02.000> have<00:30:02.120> been memories from high school have been memories
• Additionally, giving a memory to the knowledge, besides just the memory of staring at a textbook, can
• Additionally, giving<00:35:26.000> a<00:35:26.080> memory<00:35:26.440> to<00:35
• :26.560> the<00:35:26.640> knowledge, giving a memory to the knowledge, giving a memory
• to the knowledge, besides<00:35:27.600> just<00:35:27.800> the<00:35:27.880> memory

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• I have a memorial resolution that I would like to read in its entirety. Please proceed. Mr.
• She was a networker, and she was a visionary at heart. She was an educator.
• So, um, uh, those are my memories of Martha Lane, and they will always be remembered in my service.
• So, um, uh, those are my memories of Martha Lane, and they will always be remembered in my service.
• So, um, uh, those are my memories of Martha Lane, and they will always be remembered in my service.

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• So I think it'll make their memory kick in a little better going forward.
• A peer-reviewed study published in the JAMA Network Open found that Idaho lost 35% of its doctors who
• At Frisbie Memorial Hospital in Rochester, the departure of OB-GYN caregivers was cited as a deciding
• study p published in the JAMAMA network study p published in the JAMAMA network open<03:28:02.399
• At Frisbee Memorial Hospital in years.

Keywords: 1191, senate, all