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• This tilts the scales of justice in statutory construction against public and environmental protection
• This tilts the scales of justice in statutory construction against public and environmental protection
• Hurley and Richards, issues of statutory construction are matters of law for the courts to resolve, and
• constructions are matter of statutory constructions are matter of the<00:20:01.440> law<00:20
• regulations in matters of statutory regulations in matters of statutory construction<00:20:24.080

Keywords: 958, all

Summary: The committee first took up House Bill 90 / Senate Bill 17, a birth-related measure backed by the Kentucky Birth Coalition. Sponsors said the bill had been worked on for several years and described changes including a transfer agreement, insurance requirements, proximity to a hospital, informed consent, and accreditation/medical director standards that helped win neutral or non-opposition from the Hospital Association. The bill was reported favorably after a roll call vote with unanimous support. The committee then heard Senate Bill 65, presented by Senator Steve West and Representative Derrick Lewis. They said the bill would make regulations found deficient through the committee review process null and void by statute, and would bar agencies from reissuing the same or similar language for up to a year. Supporters argued this was needed to hold agencies accountable because deficiency findings alone had not led to action. After questions about specific Medicaid behavioral health regulations and concerns about legislative overreach, the bill passed the committee on a roll call vote, with some members passing or explaining reservations. Finally, the committee considered Senate Bill 84, with a House committee substitute. Sponsors said the substitute was intended to strengthen the bill and reflect the U.S. Supreme Court’s Loper Bright decision by ending Chevron deference and requiring courts, not agencies, to interpret law. Opponents, including Audrey Ernsberger and Katherine Hargraves, argued the bill would intrude on the judiciary, violate separation of powers, and could harm public health, environmental, and workplace protections. Committee members also raised concerns about whether the bill told courts what standard to use; sponsors responded that agencies could still present persuasive arguments, but courts should not defer to them. The committee substitute was adopted, and the bill then passed the committee on a roll call vote, with several members passing or expressing constitutional concerns.

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• There will actually be an economic benefit because parents will stay employed and continue supporting
• This bill relates to statutory trust accountings when a beneficiary sends a trustee a trust accounting
• DFPS cases run on a very tight schedule. statutory timeline, and it's not unusual for a CPS adversary
• When you file a case, you check with Austin to see if there's a court of continuing jurisdiction.
• Her back saying there is no court of continuing jurisdiction or here is the court of continuing jurisdiction

Bills: HB557, HB732, HB1892, HB1954, HB2301, HB3180, HB3405, HB3650, HB3758, HB4035, HB4621, HB4795, HB4870, HB5069, HB5137, HB5149

Keywords: child support, arrears, court enforcement, contempt, legal protections, healthcare, insurance, cost reduction, accessibility, regulations, impotency, marriage annulment, Family Code, Texas law, family law, Texas legislation, dissolution of marriage, annulment, marriage, child custody

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• So please continue. Thank you.
• Continue.
• Please continue. Anything else on this item? Okay, thank you. Please continue. Page 374.
• Okay, we'll continue. Okay, we'll continue on. We've got a few more CTF tabs, so please continue.
• , the funding will continue to be dispersed.

Keywords: 959, house, all

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• The market continues to evolve, and manufacturers continue to make changes to address consumer demand
• I think we have to continue to work to try to find a balance.
• But I want to continue to give voice.
• FFLA's income continues at these rates.
• Let’s continue to invest in our students, and let’s continue to have the parents at the forefront of

Summary: The committee considered a long agenda of bills, with most measures reported favorably after brief sponsor presentations, amendments, and roll calls. Early bills included SB 658 on lien waivers/releases, SB 736 on Brownfields redevelopment, SB 1002 on utility service restrictions, SB 1132 on right-to-repair for certain equipment, and SB 1378 on restitution for leaving the scene of a crash involving property damage. Each was amended or discussed as needed and then approved by the committee. The committee also advanced SB 768 on foreign control interests in health care licensing, SB 772 on school diabetes management and access to glucagon, SB 1400 on removal of altered sexual depictions posted without consent, SB 1696 on prearranged transportation services, and SB 1374 on school district reporting requirements for educator arrests and misconduct. Several bills drew notable public testimony and debate. SB 1132 prompted strong support from the sponsor and agriculture interests, but opposition from equipment dealers, technology groups, and wireless industry representatives who argued the market already provides repair options and that the bill could harm dealer networks and security. SB 1730, the Live Local/affordable housing bill, received extensive discussion about parking reductions, height and density preemption, attorney’s fees, local government authority, and impacts on Monroe County and other areas; the committee adopted an amendment and reported the bill favorably despite concerns from some members and advocates about parking, due process, and local control. SB 606 on public lodging and food service establishments also generated significant debate, with opponents warning it could displace long-term guests and vulnerable families, while the sponsor said it clarifies transient occupancy and removes ambiguity in the removal process; the bill passed after the committee rejected a related amendment. Other measures advanced with less controversy. SB 576 updated service-of-process rules, and SB 1164 authorized email delivery of landlord-tenant notices if the parties agree in writing, though tenant advocates urged clearer safeguards and the sponsor said he was not yet committed to the House version. SB 940 prohibited the resale of restaurant reservations without consent and was supported by restaurant interests. SB 1690, allowing infant safety devices or “baby boxes” as a legal surrender option, drew emotional support from several witnesses who said it would provide anonymous, life-saving alternatives for mothers in crisis; the committee continued discussion into the latter part of the meeting. Throughout, the committee adopted several amendments, heard both support and opposition from industry, advocacy, and local-government witnesses, and reported the discussed bills favorably by recorded vote.

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• Berman, for continuing to champion this issue.
• AB 1224 aims to provide greater continuity to students whose teachers are out of school.
• During the pandemic, the flexibility helped provide greater continuity to students.
• Okay well certainly we'll continue the conversation Mr.
• Bonta in applauding your efforts to continue to fight for Paradise.

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• We strongly support House Bill 30 and the continued investment in teacher residency as a core workforce
• , indexing residency stipends to the level one teacher salaries ensures stipends keep pace as we continue
• The only thing Senate Bill 19 does is delay the statutory requirement of the Public Education Department
• All this does is delay that statutory requirement by a month. All right. Thank you, Senator.
• How does a district does a district continue to create this new program, not approved yet, and continue

Bills: SB83, SB106, SB107, SB123, SJR1

Keywords: ecological monitoring, sustainability, tribal engagement, education, research funding, graduate scholarship, higher education funding, New Mexico, appropriation, financial aid, out-of-school programming, education funding, youth programs, affordability, nonprofit organizations, defibrillators, public schools, health and safety, emergency response, school elections

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• If they were to switch back to the waiver, the statutory language is they would be entitled to enroll
• The statutory language in the bill says that it would be for an appropriate is existing Medicaid waiver
• These are the walls that we continuously hit. And therefore, we don't resolve. We've great policy.
• I appreciate very much the services that city received and your continued funding of these programs because
• This bill seeks to continue the great strides in Florida's taken to further reduce occurrence of Baker

Keywords: 999, senate, all

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• And the statutory redemption period would apply in a new subsequent foreclosure.
• And the statutory to that foreclosure.
• Like continuing the screenings, more staffing.
• And we do have to continue to maintain them.
• And I am continue to maintain them.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• income before layoff up to a statutory income before layoff up to a statutory maximum<00:05:18.479
• <00:09:47.760> cap 0.0% up to 8.9% which is a statutory cap 0.0% up to 8.9% which is a statutory
• <01:08:03.000> to intention that we would continue to intention that we would continue to
• um population we've seen we've continued um population we've seen we've continued to<01:20:54.199
• assistance enabling them to continue assistance enabling them to continue their<01:32:26.000>

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• that through multiple statutory changes. that through multiple statutory changes.
• The response continued that the understanding is no more than 50 dogs or cats total.
• authority to interpret statutory authority to interpret statutory language<01:43:12.360> beyond
• what the statutory scheme is. what the statutory scheme is.
• that statutory basis for the AGR rules? that statutory basis for the AGR rules?

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• We wanted to 5% statutory reserve.
• a continuing requirement that if states are going to continue to do a number of things that they have
• able to continue to host these events. able to continue to host these events.
• It worked and it continues to CDC's. It worked and it continues to work<03:12:39.760> well.
• to continue to allow people to speak. to continue to allow people to speak.

Keywords: 916, all

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• The alliance will also continue to assess changes in health policy by continually reviewing data, information
• We’re also continuing to see... affordable.
• So we're continuing to think about those prices and continuing to talk about the gaps in coverage.
• I'll continue the hopefully positive spin on our opportunities for creative thinking as we continue to
• I'll continue the hopefully positive spin on our opportunities for creative thinking as we continue to

Summary: The committee first welcomed new DSHS Secretary Angela Ramirez, who introduced herself and described her background in public service, federal and state legislative work, and health and human services leadership. Members emphasized the importance of building strong relationships with her and noted her focus on protecting services, using strategic approaches in a tight budget environment, and improving partnerships with the Legislature. Ramirez said she wanted to keep communication open and that her priorities would be shaped by what she learns from lawmakers and agency partners. The next work session focused on the West Coast Health Alliance and the broader Governor’s Public Health Alliance. Department of Health and governor’s office staff said the West Coast alliance, involving Washington, Oregon, California, and Hawaii, was formed to coordinate science-based public health guidance, especially around vaccines, return-to-work guidance, and responses to federal changes. They said the alliance is intended to reduce confusion, counter misinformation, and preserve access to evidence-based recommendations, with early actions including vaccine guidance for COVID-19, flu, and RSV, a statement rejecting any vaccine-autism link, and preparation for possible ACIP changes. Members asked about workload and coordination with other regional alliances, and staff said there is informal coordination but no formal regular meetings. The committee then heard from the Washington State Health Benefit Exchange about open enrollment and the effects of federal policy changes. Exchange leaders said the expiration of enhanced premium tax credits, HR1 provisions, and immigration-related eligibility changes are affecting affordability and enrollment, with some customers facing large premium increases and some counties becoming harder to serve. They reported early open-enrollment traffic increases, nearly 10,000 new sign-ups, and nearly 12,000 active coverage drops so far, while noting that many more people may disenroll later if subsidies are not extended. They also described mitigation efforts such as silver loading, Cascade Care Savings, outreach through navigators and community partners, and planning for future HR1 requirements like ending auto-renewal and adding verification steps. In the final work session, staff from the Health Care Authority and Insurance Commissioner’s office reviewed Washington’s health reform history and the state’s current affordability and access efforts. They highlighted past ACA-related coverage gains, continued work on prescription drug affordability, PBM oversight, primary care and behavioral health access, and a pending legislative proposal to preserve access to preventive services. They also discussed federal changes affecting Medicaid and the exchange, including work requirements, six-month redeterminations, and the need to coordinate across agencies to implement new rules. Members raised concerns about network adequacy, provider access, and the complexity of the health care system, while staff said they are trying to mitigate harm, simplify administration, and keep coverage and access as stable as possible.

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• I'll be continuing with non-FSP programs. and administration on page 21, item 12.
• That list of statutory authority starts on page three. and the table continues on to page four.
• It should consider options to continue stronger connections and other related initiatives.
• It should continue to be considered. a bonus program.
• Texas should not continue to allow McKinney-Vento programming to go under.

Keywords: 1184, house, all

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• I'd like to have the opportunity to uh meet with them and continue to meet with them to address this
• to the committee so that I can continue to the committee so that I can continue to<00:07:30.319>
• to meet with them to them and continue to meet with them to address<00:08:05.159> this<00:08:
• <01:02:52.760> to and we'll continue to and we'll continue to support<01:02:54.960> uh<
• <02:48:51.279> to the Attorney General would continue to the Attorney General would continue

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• This bill is different because it creates a new statutory framework.
• HB 71 established a statutory framework for youth camp...
• Because as we continue to have this high population growth in the state, Because, as we continue to have
• And this will be a continuous process.
• It's a continued strain. I know, but it is huge stress. It's a continued strain.

Bills: HB48, HB66, HB68, HB71, HB75, HB164, HB171, HB254, SB3, SB18, HB123, HB149, HB117

Keywords: HB 48, Texas alert notification systems, emergency alerts, public warning systems, alert fatigue, notification fatigue, Texas Division of Emergency Management, Department of Public Safety, DPS alerts, emergency management, State of Texas Emergency Assistance Registry, STEAR, disaster notifications, weather alerts, Amber Alert, Silver Alert, Blue Alert, missing persons alerts, accessible alerts, hearing impaired

Summary: The committee met in special session to hear a series of flood, preparedness, and youth-camp safety bills, with members repeatedly noting that many of the measures were intended as planning, warning, or authority-clarifying bills rather than direct spending bills. House Bill 254 would expand eligibility for the Rural Infrastructure Disaster Recovery Program to include Kerr County and 18 other flood-affected counties by raising the GDP cap and lowering the poverty threshold; it drew no opposition and was left pending. House Bill 68 would direct a study of flood mitigation in flatland areas, especially in the Rio Grande Valley, to develop cost-effective drainage and infrastructure recommendations; local officials and advocates supported it, and it was also left pending. The committee then heard several youth camp bills tied to the recent Hill Country flooding. House Bill 75 would impose flood-aware building and site standards for youth camps near floodplains, and House Bill 71 would require camps and youth activity entities to submit emergency preparedness plans to TDEM, coordinate with local responders, and maintain readiness protocols; both bills were supported by safety advocates and camp representatives, and both were left pending. House Bill 171 would require campgrounds near flood-prone waters to give written flood-risk notice to campers and obtain signed acknowledgment; it was presented as informed consent and left pending. Testimony on these bills emphasized Camp Mystic and other recent flood tragedies, with some witnesses urging broader building-code and floodplain reforms. The committee also heard House Bill 117, which would let counties regulate impervious cover for flood mitigation in unincorporated areas. Supporters, including county officials, environmental groups, and residents, argued that rapid development in the Hill Country and other growing areas is worsening runoff and downstream flooding; opponents from the builders’ association said counties already have substantial authority and warned about overreach into rural property use. After extensive testimony, the bill was left pending. Senate Bill 18 would streamline permitting for certain flood control districts to repair dams and reservoirs and build small holding areas, and it was left pending after supportive testimony from Plum Creek Conservation District. Senate Bill 3 would create a state-backed outdoor flood warning siren program for identified flood-prone areas, funded through a grant program; witnesses generally supported it, though some cautioned that sirens are not sufficient by themselves and may not be heard indoors or in overnight storms. It too was left pending. The committee also began hearing House Bill 149 on public-safety radio interoperability, but the transcript cuts off before the bill’s full testimony or action is shown.

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• And this bill was just continued cleanup of those steps that have to have been done over a period of
• And this bill was just continued cleanup of those steps that have to have been done over a period of
• So we're concerned that if that continues, we may not be able to find a market partner, and that cost
• A policy would be considered continuously enforced if it has been A policy would be considered continuously
• The guaranteed issue period will begin on the date Medicaid eligibility ends and continue for 63 days

Keywords: 994, senate, all

Summary: The Senate Banking and Insurance Committee met with a quorum present and approved the March 4, 2026 minutes by voice vote. The committee first considered House Bill 55, which updates and modernizes workers’ compensation statutes to reflect the privatized system, remove obsolete provisions, and adjust the Workers’ Compensation Board of Review from five members to three. The Insurance Commissioner testified that the bill is part of the cleanup from privatization and would give the governor more flexibility in appointments. After adopting a strike-and-insert amendment and a title amendment, the committee reported HB 55 to the full Senate with a recommendation that it do pass. The committee then took up House Bill 5463, which would reduce BRIM’s required liability coverage for county boards of education from $1.25 million to $1 million per occurrence and eliminate the separate $5 million excess coverage requirement. BRIM’s director testified that the excess market was difficult to access and costly, but several senators raised concerns that lowering coverage could reduce protection for victims and school-related claims. After a divided vote, the motion to report the bill failed, and HB 5463 was not passed by the committee. Next, the committee considered House Bill 4869, creating guaranteed issue rights for Medicare supplement policies, including annual birthday replacement rights and a special right for certain Medicaid recipients losing eligibility. Counsel said the bill would prohibit underwriting barriers during the guaranteed issue periods and require an annual report on premium trends. With no amendments offered, the committee reported HB 4869 to the full Senate with a recommendation that it do pass. Finally, the committee considered House Bill 5462 on mine subsidence insurance. The bill would allow the mine subsidence fund to offset payments by amounts received from other sources and limit lawsuits over claims reported to BRIM. Members debated a proposed strike-and-insert amendment that would have softened the litigation limits and added notice and remedy provisions, but the amendment was rejected. The committee then reported HB 5462 to the full Senate with a recommendation that it do pass, and the meeting adjourned.

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• There will actually be an economic benefit because parents will stay employed and continue supporting
• Um, this bill relates to statutory trust accountings.
• Austin has 10 days to give you a letter back saying there is no court of continuing jurisdiction, or
• here is the court of continuing jurisdiction.
• So we do continue to fill a gap in legal services for these relatives and caregivers who do need more

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• If disconnected while presenting testimony, you may be allowed to continue if time permits.
• If disconnected while presenting testimony, you may be allowed to continue if time permits.
• You may be allowed to continue if time permits.
• We would like to continue the conversation on this measure.
• <02:13:31.400> the prevention we would like to continue the prevention we would like to continue

Keywords: 910, house, all

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• face in her absence but as we continue face in her absence but as we continue to<00:31:57.440>
• <02:04:20.440> to expectations the tax rate continues to expectations the tax rate continues
• <02:04:48.760> open global war terrorism continues open global war terrorism continues open
• I yield back. continue to expose it to the American continue to expose it to the American people<02:12
• Congress we continue to fight back Congress we continue to fight back against<04:51:50.638> this

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Monday, February 10, 2025, 1012, house, all

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• And we cannot continue to bleed the constituency just because we always have.
• It's the continuation. The bubble from '20 to '22, it's the continuation.
• And it continues to be—it is going to continue—that surplus is going to continue.
• It will continue to increase. The next year, but it would happen over time.
• It will continue to increase.

Keywords: 959, house, all