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• As members of the committee are aware, the Idaho law As members of the committee are aware, the Idaho
• quite simply, all we're trying to do is protect the people who operate bingo, as many of you might be aware
• Vice Chairman and Chairman Crane, there's been no discussion that I've been made aware of.

Committee: House State Affairs

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• Uh, Chair Anderson and Chair Hansen, I am not aware of any charges against somebody.
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• Ideal Board's current goals are to grow accounts and increase awareness of the program.
• I'm sure there's other correlations that you're aware of that weren't on the slides.
• As you are aware, if there's assistance, As you are aware, if there's a situation that exists related

Committee: House Education

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• So, please be um aware of those three sunset reports when we meet tomorrow upon adjournment.
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• The grieving families, knowing the pain and emptiness of loss, felt a deepened awareness that all life
• And when families returned to their routine, they did so with a renewed awareness and appreciation for
• To do this, we must rekindle our awareness that all life is truly precious and beyond measure.
• We must rekindle our awareness that all life is truly precious and beyond measure.

Summary: The Assembly met in session after a quorum call, with the clerk calling the roll and a quorum eventually declared present. The day began with a prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, followed by routine procedural actions: the previous day’s journal was dispensed with, committee reports were deemed read, and several motions were approved, including unanimous consent to allow specified members to speak on adjournments in memory and to let Assemblymember Ortega have guests in the rear of the chamber. The body also gave one-day notice to remove SB 25 from the inactive file. On the daily file, Assembly Bill 673 was read with amendments and the amendments were deemed adopted. Concurrent items 2 and 3, Governor’s vetoes in items 4 through 77, reconsideration items 79 through 81, and third-reading items 82 through 84 were passed and retained or continued as noted. No substantive floor debate occurred on legislation during the session, which was described as a very short session. Most of the meeting was devoted to adjournment-in-memory tributes. Members honored Monica Lynn Martinez Hayes, a Capitol scheduler and artist; Edwin Silva Brazil, a dairyman and community leader; Grand Master Deng Huiduk, a martial arts instructor and mentor; victims of a Stockton shooting, including four young people; and the victims of the Eaton and Palisades fires. Several members spoke about the fire victims by name and emphasized recovery, resilience, and the need to support affected communities. A moment of silence was observed, the names were ordered printed in the journal, and the House adjourned until Friday, January 16 at 9 a.m.

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• The grieving families, knowing the pain and emptiness of loss, felt a deepened awareness that all life
• And when families returned to their routine, they did so with a renewed awareness and appreciation for
• To do this, we must rekindle our awareness that all life is truly precious and beyond measure.
• We must rekindle our awareness that all life is truly precious and beyond measure.

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• </c><01:27:43.120><c> of</c> practic practitioners are well aware of practic practitioners are well aware
• We are aware of that issue.
• So I'm aware of the concern you raise.
• We are aware of that waited 9 hours.
• We are aware of that only practitioners.

Summary: The committee opened with Senate Bill 22-FN, which would expand child care licensing background checks so the Department of Health and Human Services can receive fuller criminal history information, including pending charges and other non-conviction records, similar to the system already used for school staff. Grant Bossi, for Senator Pearl, and DHHS officials Melissa Clement and Christine Sheay testified in support, saying the bill closes a gap that can allow people with disqualifying charges to work with children. They explained that the FBI record is a snapshot in time, that juvenile records are not included, and that the bill would apply to child care programs including residential group homes. Questions focused on what “confidential criminal history” means and how often checks are repeated; DHHS said checks are done every five years or sooner if new charge information is received. The hearing on SB 22 was then closed. The committee then took up Senate Bill 23-FN, which would expand the child endangerment statute and remove the word “purposely” from part of the language. Senator Pat Long said the bill is intended to strengthen protection for children and allow more serious conduct to be charged appropriately. Testimony from law enforcement, including Executive Counselor Dave Wheeler, Sergeant Ryan Rooney of Nashua Police, and Nicholas Georgulis of Manchester Police, supported the bill as a way to distinguish routine misdemeanor cases from the most egregious abuse and neglect cases, such as children living in squalor or being exposed to severe danger. Wheeler and some members raised concerns that the language could be vague or overbroad and cited a prior Manchester firearm-in-a-car arrest as an example of possible unintended consequences; supporters responded that the bill still requires knowingly violating a duty of care and that the serious bodily injury or death standard limits its reach. Rooney also described a fentanyl overdose case involving an 11-year-old and said the current misdemeanor charge did not fully reflect the seriousness of the conduct. The committee recessed SB 23 briefly to open and close SB 161, then returned to SB 23, which remained under hearing with no final vote taken in the excerpt.

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• The only financial literacy program written into special language that I'm aware of, yes.
• Sure, at the state level, I'm not aware of it.
• At the state level, I'm not aware of anything off the top of my head, but I'll definitely look into it
• of that other than surveys that attempt to capture that information, but I'm not aware of any state
• Well, and I do appreciate of that data for a while as far as I'm aware.

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• I'm well aware of that.
• Or are you aware of any congressional actions, for instance, related to Medicaid expansion between now
• There's nothing you're aware of that's pending.
• As you are fully aware of, Oklahoma has the 95% rule.
• Again, a lot of these things, with the budget and with big policy items, as you are well aware of, are

Bills: HB4028 , HB4075 , HB4077 , HB4074 , HB4076 , SB1221 , SB1921 , SB2118 , SB1932 , SB2134 , HCR1025 , SB1432 , HCR1024 , HCR1022 , SB1122 , HB4029 , HB4063 , HB4073 , HB4078 , SB1936 , SB44 , SB237 , SB248 , SB1360 , SB985 , SB1204 , SB1239 , SB1307 , SB2143 , SB1428 , SB1390 , SB1400 , SB1405 , SB1732 , SB1832 , SB1859 , SB1989 , SB2018 , SB1427

Summary: The House opened with roll call, prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and several recognitions and introductions, including Deer Creek students, Skiatook Chamber members, Sand Springs youth leaders, and international visitors studying U.S. energy policy. The chamber also honored the Nurse of the Day, Marla Lyceum, and heard a lengthy farewell speech from Minority Leader Munson reflecting on her service, constituent work, leadership, and bipartisan relationships. Members then took up several special presentations and resolutions, including HCR 1024 recognizing Route 66 Day and its economic importance, HCR 1022 honoring National Lineman Appreciation Day, and a citation for Langston University Day at the Capitol. The House also recognized Deputy Kenton Blumenthal as Oklahoma’s 2025 Officer of the Year for heroic actions during a dangerous pursuit. Later, the House introduced the pages of the week. On legislation, the House passed SB 1122 on ad valorem tax, which supporters said would equalize tax treatment for broadband infrastructure and promote business fairness, over some concern about tax policy and revenue impacts. The chamber also passed HB 4029, HB 4063, HB 4073, HB 4078, and SB 1936, with emergency clauses adopted on the first four. HB 4063, which referred two previously approved state questions to a special August election, drew extended debate over ballot timing, turnout, and whether combining the questions was appropriate; it ultimately passed and the special election referral was approved. SB 1936, which elevates falsely impersonating a law enforcement officer to a D1 felony, passed unanimously.

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• Not aware.
• Not aware of it. Thank you. That’s all of the questions. Thank you, Representative Fontenot.
• Not aware.
• Not aware of it? Thank you. That's all of question. Thank you, Rep. Fontneau.
• But I just have one question: Are you aware that in Title 13, there are currently 14% of the marshal's

Bills: HB343 , HB378 , HB394 , HB396 , HB426 , HB439 , HB491 , HB523 , HB622 , HB676 , HB772 , HB1025 , HB1038

Committee: House Administration of Criminal Justice

Keywords: parole eligibility, juvenile offenders, rehabilitation, first-time offenders, reentry programs, substance abuse treatment, education programs, emergency responders, law enforcement, obstructing traffic, public safety, penalties, parole, criminal justice, release extension, prison reform, autopsy, criminal evidence, photographs, court proceedings

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• They may not be aware of the speeds that these bikes go.
• And again, they aren't aware. ...they're underage, and I can tell you that a lot of the parents don't
• In 2024, I was not aware that the DMV authorized third parties to process car registration renewals for
• In 2024, I was not aware that the DMV authorized third parties to process card registration renewals
• AB 2046 helps ensure consumers are aware of and able to access this lower-cost option.

Committee: House Transportation

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• I'm not aware of any bills that we are not taking up today. So we can get started. Rep.
• Actually, this was a statute that we were not even aware of until the sheriff brought it to our attention
• They also, a lot of them were not aware of this statute either.
• We just, we're not aware of it.
• We need to make the children aware, the students aware, that it's not harmless. It's not a prank.

Committee: House Administration of Criminal Justice

Summary: The Criminal Justice Committee met on March 24, 2026, and heard a series of bills, with members generally expressing support for measures aimed at public safety, corrections, and criminal procedure. The committee first amended and reported HB 957, which removes the 72-hour advance notice requirement for sheriffs transferring prisoners, while adding notice to the prosecuting authority as well as the court. Testimony from the Louisiana Sheriffs Association said the change would help with overcrowding and security-related inmate moves, and the bill was reported favorably as amended. The committee then heard HB 106, which prohibits giving children non-prescription melatonin without parental consent. After debate over whether consent should be written, the committee rejected an amendment requiring prior written consent, but adopted a broader amendment making the bill apply to any person rather than only child care centers. Testimony from Gretna Police Chief Brett Lawson described a case involving a nanny and a one-year-old child, and child care representatives said licensed centers already require parental consent forms. HB 106 was reported favorably as amended. The committee also reported HB 111, which adds associate’s degrees to the existing sentence-reduction credits for incarcerated people who complete higher education programs; DOC said the programs are accredited and monitored, and supporters framed the bill as part of workforce reentry. Several other bills were advanced. HB 64 clarifies that judges may recall arrest warrants and requires notice to law enforcement when a warrant is recalled; former Rep. Joe Marino testified in support, describing problems with old or mistaken warrants remaining active. HB 53 adds certain gambling offenses as predicate acts under Louisiana’s racketeering law, with the Attorney General’s office citing illegal gambling operations and prison-based gambling rings. HB 152 updates the state controlled dangerous substances schedules to match federal changes, adding 13 opioids. HB 102 creates second-degree cruelty to elderly persons and persons with infirmities, with amendments adding the offense as a predicate felony and refining the penalty and affirmative-defense language; the bill drew emotional testimony from advocates and family members describing abuse and neglect of vulnerable adults, and it was reported favorably as amended. The committee also reported HB 137, which strengthens penalties for threats against schools and adds a civil cost component for false threats; the Speaker Pro Tem said the bill is meant to deter school threats and reduce disruption and emergency response costs. HB 57 was reported favorably to clarify that courts may consider criminal histories in ex parte temporary restraining order proceedings. HB 337 increases from two to four the number of special charitable bingo events allowed each year for licensed nonprofits. Finally, HB 100 was substantially amended so that driving 100 mph or more is treated as reckless operation rather than a new felony speeding offense, and HB 155 expands the prohibition on unlawful drone use to additional Capitol grounds locations; both were reported favorably as amended. The committee adjourned after reporting all measures favorably, with several bills supported by law enforcement, prosecutors, and advocacy groups and a few receiving limited opposition or informational cards.

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• ADE to coordinate with DPS and the Arizona Game and Fish Department to develop firearm safety and awareness
• ...to coordinate with DPS and the Arizona Game and Fish Department to develop firearm safety and awareness
• which I think is the point of the bill, is to educate kids on gun safety to make sure that they're aware
• I'm aware of what the bill is. I just wanted to clarify what your point with the cost of firearms.
• ... pool safety water safety things like that that's all we're trying to do here mr. chair I'm I'm aware

Committees: House Education , House House Education Committee of Reference

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• Chairman and Senator Nethercott, we're not aware of that.
• Chairman and Senator Nethercott, we're<00:12:17.600><c> not</c><00:12:17.760><c> aware</c><00:12:18.000
• </c><00:12:18.399><c> They</c><00:12:18.639><c> announced</c> we're not aware of that.
• They announced we're not aware of that.
• </c><00:12:36.560><c> of</c><00:12:36.720><c> of</c> anything publicly that we're aware of of anything

Bills: SJ0001

Committee: Senate Minerals, Business & Economic Development

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• As far as I'm aware, I think I saw some of the ads continue... Thank you.
• As far as I'm aware, I think I saw some of the ads continue post-election.
• I want to say that we do so with awareness that not every organization or provider is ready for that.
• However, we were aware that CMS has taken, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, has taken
• However, as I stated again, we were aware of a couple cases where CMS has taken a more expansive view

Committee: Senate Ethics and Elections

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• Chairman, you're aware of the speedy trial rule.
• Are you aware of anything federally that there is a record kept of that that is accessible to the public
• Just be aware of the cumulative effects of what the legislature is doing.
• Just be aware of the cumulative effects of what the legislature is doing.
• That I'm aware of.

Bills: HB1228 , HB1239 , HB2310 , HB2464

Committee: House Community Safety

Keywords: DUI, driving under the influence, impaired driving, toxicology, forensic toxicology, breath test, blood test, THC, marijuana, cannabis, alcohol concentration, state toxicologist, implied consent, evidence admissibility, venous blood draw, forensic phlebotomist, certified laboratory, accredited laboratory, law enforcement, DWI

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• Are you aware that in the statutes, Oklahoma statutes in The requirements to go to LEK school are: number
• Are you aware of that? That? I was not aware of that until this morning.
• Training is probably the mantra of our public awareness because you've got to be trained to be what the
• Expand our public education awareness.
• But the state hasn't provided a raise that I'm aware of, not since I've been director. Thank you.

Committee: House Public Safety

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• In fact, if you ask most of them, they are not even aware of the medical freedom bill.
• Next, we will take up tab 2, SB 578, Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Initiative by Senator Simon.
• This bill creates a statewide public health awareness campaign funded through the Department of Elder
• The awareness campaign would communicate the advantages of early detection and diagnosis, report issues
• The amendment changes the statute being created and places the awareness campaign within the Alzheimer's

Committee: Senate Children, Families, and Elder Affairs

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• I have a question that kind of helps illuminate me on maybe an area that I'm not aware of.
• I have a question that kind of helps illuminate me on maybe an area that I'm not aware of.
• And so I see that there's... on maybe an area that I'm not aware of.
• We want to keep the person, keep the client centered, but be very aware of the holistic impact and the
• As all of you aware, this past session, a substitute Senate Bill 5393 was passed by the legislature,

Committee: House Early Learning & Human Services

Summary: The committee heard an update on Washington’s child welfare system from Casey Family Programs and then from DCYF. Dr. David Sanders presented national and state trends showing fewer children entering and remaining in out-of-home care, more kinship placements, and relatively low use of group homes, but he also flagged concerns about children lingering in care for years and an increase in repeat maltreatment and child fatalities. He urged stronger focus on infants and young children, better coordination among child protection, health care, and law enforcement, and more proactive review and decision-making practices. Members asked for disaggregated data on children remaining in care, fatalities, and the role of fentanyl and other factors. DCYF said Washington has increased relative placements and guardianships, citing prior legislative changes such as HB 1747, HB 1227, and SB 6109. Officials reported a rise in critical incidents in 2025, especially near-fatalities involving children age three and under, many tied to opioid exposure, and described responses including safe child consults, hotspot identification, more training on neglect and medically complex cases, updated safety tools, and expanded community supports and peer services. Members pressed DCYF on cross-agency collaboration, preventive services, and whether a broader commission on child abuse prevention should be created; DCYF said it would be open to discussing that and noted existing work with health and legal partners. The committee then received a DSHS update on the agency’s “Reimagined” reorganization. Secretary Angela Ramirez said the restructuring consolidates administrations to reduce silos, improve customer experience, and better coordinate services across behavioral health, habilitation, aging, long-term support, technology, and analytics. She said DSHS will seek statutory alignment and CMS approval and is also redesigning its website. Members asked about federal HR1 impacts, SNAP, and whether DSHS has a team tracking federal changes; Ramirez said the agency is monitoring developments and will coordinate with legislators. Finally, DSHS provided an update on residential habilitation centers and implementation of SB 5393, which phases out new long-term admissions at Rainier School and closes it by June 30, 2027. Officials reported current census and capacity figures for the state’s RHCs, described recent resident transitions from Rainier, and said emergency and permanent rulemaking are underway. They also disclosed that a recent CMS survey found Rainier out of compliance with the active treatment condition of participation, prompting corrective action plans and a 90-day window to return to compliance. Members questioned the meaning of active treatment, the lack of available capacity, the consequences of noncompliance, and whether Rainier could be repurposed for other services; DSHS said it is working to correct the deficiencies and is open to future uses if directed and funded by the legislature.