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• Um, so this slide in front of you sort of demonstrates or illustrates the major milestones for the standard
• <00:32:26.080> innovative<00:32:26.720> ways explore and demonstrate innovative ways
• explore and demonstrate innovative ways to<00:32:27.440> meet<00:32:27.679> the<00:32:
• <00:47:59.119> that<00:47:59.359> either and they can demonstrate that either and they
• can demonstrate that either cost<00:48:00.240> or<00:48:00.560> reliability<00:48:01.200

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• So we have the research and demonstration around cover crops, perennials, extended crop rotations, and
• So we work with Central Lakes College to do demonstrations there and invest in research at the college
• So we work with Central Lakes College to do demonstrations there and invest in research at the college
• Rashel Farm um which is a demonstration Rashel Farm um which is a demonstration Farm<00:17:50.360
• <01:08:18.000> by friendly this desire is demonstrated by friendly this desire is demonstrated

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• And as demonstrated in these slides, the impact across our state has been immense.
• As demonstrated in these slides, the impact across our state has been immense.
• bill, and Elevate Florida language has been incorporated into that proposed federal legislation, demonstrating
• Our progress over the last 30 years in this particular area is demonstrated on this particular screen
• That demonstrates, and I'm very, very happy to say this, it demonstrates the public's trust in the Florida

Summary: The Committee on Community Affairs met with a quorum and heard two bills, a confirmation, and two agency presentations. SB 48 by Senator Gates would require local governments to allow voluntary accessory dwelling units, preserve homestead exemption for the owner-occupied portion, limit parking restrictions, require 30-day minimum leases, extend density bonuses for military-family housing, and allow reusable tenant screening reports. The bill drew strong support from the Florida Association of Mortgage Professionals and several others, and it was reported favorably on a unanimous roll call. SB 34 by Senator Sharief would expand the Historic Cemetery Program, particularly to help historic African-American cemeteries preserve and maintain themselves by allowing sale of excess vacant land only if proceeds are used for long-term upkeep; it also passed unanimously and was reported favorably. The committee also recommended confirmation of Fox Henderson to the Florida Housing Finance Corporation Board of Directors by unanimous vote. In addition, the Department of Commerce presented on the Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery program and Rebuild Florida, describing more than $4.3 billion in HUD disaster recovery funds since 2017, housing repair and replacement efforts that have completed more than 5,200 homes, and infrastructure and mitigation projects across the state. Members asked about average project costs, contractor oversight, corrective actions for deficient work, and clawbacks from a prior vendor; Commerce said it had ended the earlier vendor relationship, imposed about $3.6 million in financial consequences, and now uses stronger oversight and competitive procurement for contractors. The Division of Emergency Management then presented on Elevate Florida, a federal mitigation program that allows homeowners to apply directly for elevation, reconstruction, acquisition, or wind-mitigation projects, with a 75/25 federal-homeowner cost share and no state funds used. Director Kevin Guthrie said the program is intended to reduce repetitive flood losses, keep homeowners in their communities, and serve as a national model; he reported more than 12,000 applications, about 1,500 prioritized for review, 500 on a wait list, and 305 submitted to FEMA for final approval. Members asked about assistance for seniors who cannot meet the 25% match, the wait-list process, contractor selection, and the mix of project types, and Guthrie said contractors were selected through competitive procurement and that most projects are elevations, though some may become reconstructions or acquisitions depending on inspection results. The committee adjourned after the presentations.

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• it takes time to retool and grow, and we've done well, growing about 200 positions annually, as demonstrated
• on the graph, and also demonstrating Florida's performance. ...as demonstrated on the graph and also
• demonstrating Florida's capacity to grow.
• So those armories are essential to getting new force structure and demonstrating that the state of Florida
• In almost six years that I've been watching it, you care, you demonstrate that you care, and you are

Summary: The Senate Committee on Military, Veterans Affairs, and Domestic Security met for its first meeting of the 2025-26 session and heard presentations from Major General John Haas, Adjutant General of Florida, and Tim McGregor, executive director of the Florida Defense Support Commission. General Haas reviewed the Florida National Guard’s missions, statewide footprint, domestic disaster response, and federal deployments, emphasizing the Guard’s role in hurricanes, border-related support, and other state operations. He also discussed recruiting and retention, noting that recruiting remains strong but retention is challenged by the Guard’s high operational tempo, and he outlined efforts to expand force structure, improve facilities, and modernize units, including Camp Blanding upgrades, new armories, additional infantry, engineer, military police, and aviation assets, and the Air National Guard’s F-35 conversion. Members asked questions about recruiting methods, typical brigade size, and how many personnel would be needed to reduce the average duty burden back toward the statutory 39 days. Haas explained that Florida’s large population helps recruiting, especially through community and school outreach, but that the state’s frequent domestic missions make the current 12,000-member force too small for its workload. He said the Guard’s high tempo is the main reason members leave for the reserves and argued that more force structure is needed to reduce strain. Committee members also discussed prior efforts to influence National Guard stationing decisions based on population shifts and domestic mission demands. McGregor then described the Florida Defense Support Commission’s work to protect military installations, prevent encroachment, support workforce and economic development, and improve the military-friendly environment for service members and families. He highlighted the commission’s grant programs, the military benefits guide, and a spouse license reciprocity matrix, as well as site visits to installations and defense-related facilities across the state. Members asked about Lockheed Martin’s innovation and simulation work in Orlando and discussed the value of military spouse reciprocity compacts. No bills were heard, and the committee adjourned after the presentations and discussion.

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• “And the duration that states can operate those services, whether or not states need to demonstrate budget
• And so for an individual to be admitted to a PRTF, they need to demonstrate that they need to be— and
• But to meet criteria is one, people have to demonstrate, whether it be the clinicians, you know, that
• One does have to demonstrate that outpatient services are either inappropriate or contraindicated or
• And sometimes youth have not demonstrated that they need 24-7 supervision in a residential setting under

Keywords: 907, all

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• Such actions may undermine confidence in your commitment to accessibility, and any demonstrable bad-faith
• Such actions may undermine confidence in your commitment to accessibility and any demonstrable bad faith
• I think it shows the integrity of the bill here and demonstrates that it is a valid issue.
• I think it shows, demonstrates the integrity. in the state of Kansas introduced to that legislation.
• I think it shows, demonstrates the integrity of the bill here and it demonstrates that it is a valid

Keywords: 959, house, all

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• work that we have done together and I hope that we're able to model the way for the other body and demonstrate
• now adjourned. to model the way for the other body and to model the way for the other body and demonstrate
• 02:30.959> able<00:02:31.120> to<00:02:31.280> do<00:02:31.440> this demonstrate
• that we're able to do this demonstrate that we're able to do this work.<00:02:32.000> Thank<00

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• However, we were able to demonstrate that it timely and a program to be investigated and resolved most
• We also found the department lacks documentation to demonstrate whether department staff have reviewed
• ... ...high call volume, callers experienced an average wait time of just 13 minutes, demonstrating our
• Together, these efforts demonstrate a balanced approach to regulation, one that priority Together, these
• efforts demonstrate a balanced approach to regulation, one that prioritizes public health and safety

Keywords: 1182, all

Summary: The House Commerce Committee of Reference heard sunset reviews and a performance audit presentation for the Arizona Department of Gaming, the Racing Commission, the Boxing and MMA Commission, and later the Arizona Barbering and Cosmetology Board. The Auditor General reported that the Department of Gaming and the commissions generally met some statutory duties, but identified several problems: the department did not consistently obtain and review independent audits for event wagering and fantasy sports operators; the department and commissions had gaps in conflict-of-interest disclosures; the department and Boxing and MMA Commission lacked comprehensive complaint-handling processes; the department was late distributing some compact trust fund payments; and there were additional issues involving IT security, horse-racing license checks, fee reviews, public records practices, and licensing compliance. The Auditor General said the department agreed to implement all 36 recommendations, the Racing Commission agreed to six recommendations, and the Boxing and MMA Commission agreed to 13 recommendations. The department director said many fixes were already underway, including updated guidance, complaint tracking improvements, and a historical look-back on operator reporting, and she also discussed efforts to combat illegal gambling and educate minors and families about gambling risks. Committee members questioned the department about third-party audits, penalties for underpayments, public records handling, conflict-of-interest screening, and the department’s position on prediction markets and suitability standards for licensees. The director said the department would review past reports, could assess fines if violations were found, and would generally wait for final adjudication or final action in other jurisdictions before taking Arizona licensing action. After discussion, the committee voted to recommend the Department of Gaming be continued for two years until July 1, 2028, the Racing Commission for six years until July 1, 2032, and the Boxing and MMA Commission for six years until July 1, 2032. The Department of Gaming motion passed 7-4, the Racing Commission motion passed 10-1, and the Boxing and MMA Commission motion passed unanimously. The committee then heard the Auditor General’s report on the Arizona Barbering and Cosmetology Board. The audit found the board timely processed many licenses and complaints and had adopted curriculum rules, but it inconsistently applied its disciplinary guidelines, sometimes issuing different sanctions for similar violations without documenting the reasons for deviation. The report also found problems with reciprocity education requirements, application review controls, inspections, and compliance with open meeting, public records, and conflict-of-interest requirements, and it suggested possible statutory changes on aesthetics scope of practice, cease-and-desist authority, and training standards for I-LEST technicians. The board agreed with the findings and said it had already updated disciplinary parameters and documentation policies, with more recommendations in progress; committee members asked about discretion in discipline, audit funding, and service efficiency, and the board highlighted its licensing volume, call response, inspections, and complaint handling performance.

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• These demonstrations further allow the state to enact PACE in a more measured approach to demonstrate
• These demonstrations further allow the state to enact PACE in a more measured approach to demonstrate
• The demonstration will constituents.
• <00:26:30.720> state demonstrations further allow the state demonstrations further allow the state
• <00:26:34.320> its approach to demonstrate its approach to demonstrate its cost-effectiveness

Bills: HF4421, HF1937, HF4675, HF4715, HF4684

Keywords: county cost share, economically distressed county, human services finance, substance use disorder treatment, SUD services, civil commitment, state aid, county levy, poverty threshold, tax-exempt acreage, property tax exemption, Minnesota human services, county fiscal relief, local government finance, chemical dependency, behavioral health, PACE, elderly, Medicaid, health services

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• So those three are major initiatives that will serve as demonstration projects because we Those three
• So this is a major effort at demonstration projects throughout the state, super excited about those,
• So those three are major initiatives that will serve as demonstration projects because we Those three
• We're actually working on demonstration projects for prevention. Never been done.
• We're actually working on demonstration projects for prevention. Never been done.

Keywords: 908, all

Summary: The committee was called to order, the roll was taken, and the March 18 minutes were approved. Members then received several project and program updates, beginning with CHI St. Alexius’s behavioral health buildouts in Bismarck, Williston, and Grand Forks. St. Alexius reported that the Bismarck project remains on track for June 2027 completion, with demolition underway and final design work nearing completion. Williston reported construction is progressing, staffing recruitment is underway for psychiatrists and other staff, and an air handler replacement is creating a roughly $750,000 unbudgeted barrier that will slightly delay the timeline. Grand Forks reported its expansion is about 30% complete, with no major barriers beyond weather, and leaders said the project should be substantially complete in the first quarter of 2027. The Department of Health and Human Services then presented a series of budget and program updates. Donna Ockland explained several recent line-item transfers as technical corrections that net to zero and do not require new spending, then reviewed salaries, wages, and FTE counts, noting the department remains within its authorized staffing levels. Pat Rainer followed with an update on the Rural Health Transformation Program, saying 12 opportunities have been posted, 422 applications received, and $8.4 million obligated so far, with a goal of obligating the full $199 million by September. He described grants for workforce retention, rural rotations and housing, community gardens, school wellness, behavioral health promotion, safety net services, equipment, technology, EMS, and other initiatives, emphasizing that the program is intended to be transformational and tied to metrics. Members asked extensive questions about how rural eligibility is defined, how grants will support both rural facilities and hub hospitals, and how future years of funding will build on current awards. The committee also heard an update on certified community behavioral health clinics from Elena Zeller, who said North Dakota has been accepted as a demonstration state, implementation is underway in Williston, North Central/Minot, Fargo, and Dickinson, and care coordination and service counts are increasing. Rebecca Askins then reviewed SNAP payment error rates, saying the 2025 rate was finalized at 9.89%, with the state aiming to get below 6% through policy updates, training, data tools, and a quality assurance team. Members pressed her on the causes of the error rate, the role of the SPACES software system, and the need for accountability and improvements. Finally, Dirk Wilkie reported the state laboratory project reached substantial completion on June 12 and is on budget at about $69.95 million, though a service elevator had to be redesigned because it was too small for equipment.

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• Oh, here we go. which requires all licensees to demonstrate their ability to actually perform dental
• Research by Langdeff et al., Brooks et al., and others has demonstrated that high-quality therapeutic
• Research by Langdeff et al., Brooks et al., and others has demonstrated that high-quality therapeutic
• I took all the clinical exams, which that person came from the school and demonstrated the skills.
• I think that's more than enough to demonstrate our skills.

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The committee opened a hearing of the Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure focused on health care and human services, reviewed testimony logistics, and then heard a long series of witnesses on several bills. Much of the testimony centered on interstate licensure compacts for dentistry, social work, and occupational therapy, with supporters arguing these compacts would improve workforce mobility, continuity of care, and access while preserving state oversight and public protection. Dental witnesses were split on H.455/S.257, with supporters backing the AADB dental compact for its hands-on exam, background checks, and disciplinary safeguards, while opponents argued a competing compact would better promote portability and avoid conflicts tied to proprietary testing and outside commissions. Social work witnesses strongly supported H.380/S.252, emphasizing continuity of care for clients who move across state lines, reduced costs and delays for practitioners, and the compact’s public-protection features; occupational therapy witnesses similarly supported H.427/S.256, citing access, telehealth, military families, and maintained standards. The committee also heard testimony on S.242, which would expand licensure for lactation care providers. Supporters, including lactation counselors and health center staff, said adding certified lactation counselors and related credentials would expand access, improve breastfeeding support, and allow reimbursement for services now often provided without billing. They described the training required and said the bill would help families, especially in underserved communities. Representative James O’Day also testified in support of the social work compact, and a Council of State Governments witness provided background on compact mechanics and state participation. Another major topic was H.419/S.214 on medical debt. Physicians and researchers testified that cancer patients experience long-lasting medical debt and collections burdens, and they supported limits on the sale and collection of medical debt, bans on reporting it to credit bureaus, and related consumer protections. The hearing also included H.465 on a pathway to special licensure for certain long-term limited-registration dentists serving MassHealth patients, which Representative Senna supported as a way to allow immigrant dentists to practice independently. Finally, the committee heard sharply divided testimony on H.444/S.284, which would allow trained dental hygienists to administer Botox and dermal fillers: supporters framed it as a safe, preventive, and access-expanding tool for TMJ, bruxism, and pain management, while dermatologists opposed it as outside hygienists’ training and a patient-safety risk. No votes or formal actions were taken during the hearing.

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• An outline way that the verification method may be demonstrated, included with any affidavit.
• The method may be demonstrated, included with any affidavit.
• It requires the Department of Environmental Quality to submit an exceptional event demonstration to the
• also clarifies the requirements for providing interventions to a third-grade student who does not demonstrate

Keywords: 1182, all

Summary: The House Democratic Caucus met on Minority Caucus Calendar items and reviewed several Senate-amended House bills. HB 2003 would lower the learner’s permit age from 15½ to 15 and increase supervised driving time; the Senate added a delayed effective date of December 1, 2026, and the sponsor was said to have refused the amendment after previously concurring. HB 2693 would allow chambers of commerce to set up insurance purchasing pools for small businesses, and the Senate added a third-party-funded feasibility study by ADOA on what it would cost for state health insurance to enter the marketplace; members raised concerns that the study could be used to undermine the state self-insured plan, but no action was taken. HB 2133, dealing with synthetic sexual depictions and online sexual material verification, had multiple Senate changes that removed the synthetic-depiction expansion, added parody/artistic-expression exceptions, altered verification and record-retention rules, and removed AG inspection authority; the sponsor was expected to refuse the changes, and members were directed to stakeholder emails outlining concerns.

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• The predatory behavior demonstrated in the criminal complaint by Mr.
• It would demonstrate a level of due process in this body. Not one that I think is right.
• votes.<00:08:01.199> Um<00:08:01.520> it<00:08:01.840> would<00:08:02.319> demonstrate
• Um it would demonstrate a level votes.
• Um it would demonstrate a level of<00:08:03.599> due<00:08:03.840> process<00:08:04.160

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• I'm proud of the decisions we have made and the integrity the commission has demonstrated in making them
• I believe I have demonstrated these qualities among um along with the strong analytical skills necessary
• <00:03:07.760> in the commission has demonstrated in the commission has demonstrated in making
• <00:03:46.120> these I believe I have demonstrated these I believe I have demonstrated these
• <00:24:20.680> the and our borrowers must demonstrate the and our borrowers must demonstrate

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• So um just briefly to demonstrate >> Sure.
• <00:03:55.680> that you're looking at uh demonstrates that you're looking at uh demonstrates
• Um, or we demonstrate exemptions.
• So we need or we demonstrate exemptions.
• we need to do in order to demonstrate we need to do in order to demonstrate and<00:32:04.559>

Keywords: 912, senate, all

Summary: The joint informational briefing by the Health and Human Services and Commerce and Consumer Protection committees focused on projected impacts to Hawaii consumers from federal changes affecting Med-QUEST and the ACA marketplace, including the loss of ACA premium tax credits, OBVA/HR1-related Medicaid changes, immigrant eligibility restrictions, and new Medicaid work/community engagement requirements. Committee members noted the meeting was being streamed live and emphasized the need to explain potential coverage losses affecting a significant share of the state population. Med-QUEST administrators reported current enrollment at 390,766, about 27% of Hawaii’s population, and broke that down into major groups including roughly 128,000 ACA expansion adults and about 52,000 parent/caretaker relatives. They said the expansion adult population would be most affected by the new federal requirements, which will shorten renewal periods from 12 months to 6 months and impose community engagement rules beginning in late 2026 and 2027. They described the work requirement as 80 hours per month of work, community service, work program participation, or half-time education, with an income-based pathway tied to $580 per month at the federal minimum wage; they also noted a long list of exemptions, but said many details are still awaiting federal guidance and rulemaking. The administrators said federal changes to immigrant eligibility would eliminate Medicaid coverage for certain noncitizen categories, with an estimated 1,200 to 2,400 people affected, though about 200 may remain covered through a state-funded program for otherwise eligible individuals. They also said marketplace subsidies would no longer be available for some immigrants under 100% of the federal poverty level starting January 1, 2026, with further restrictions expected in 2027. For Hawaii overall, they estimated the new Medicaid work and renewal rules could push an additional 19,000 to 38,000 people into uninsured status, with another estimated 6,000 at risk from the six-month renewal process alone. Members asked about how exemptions would be determined, especially for medically frail and seriously mentally ill individuals, and administrators said they were still awaiting detailed federal rules and were working on data-matching and verification processes to reduce coverage losses.

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• Whereas the student athletes of the Carl Albert High School swim program demonstrated exceptional dedication
• the Impressive 3.9 GPA, Choctaw's speech and debate continues to set the standard in Oklahoma, demonstrating
• clerk will read, whereas the student competitors of the Choctaw High School Speech and Debate Team demonstrated
• clerk will read, whereas the student competitors of the Choctaw High School Speech and Debate Team demonstrated
• And whereas the team's depth and excellence were further demonstrated through numerous finalists and

Bills: HB2894, HB3418, HB3415, HB3413, HB3414, HB3416, HB3417, HB3419, HB3420, HB1739, HB1752, HB1979, HB2941, HB2992, HB3075, HB3086, HB3177, HB3269, HB3278, HB3279, HB3497, HB3644, HB4432, HB3720, HB3849, HB3882, HB3919, HB3941, HB4118, HB4141, HB4268, HB4342, HB4428, HB4429, HB4434

Keywords: HB2894, Oklahoma Rural Jobs Act, rural jobs, rural investment, tax credit, capital investment tax credit, state tax credits, economic development, rural fund, rural investor, qualified investment, eligible business, Department of Commerce, rural business, investment certification, tax liability, credit cap, workforce development, small business finance, rural development

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• There are a lot of myths out there that we're watering down care, but there's no data that demonstrates
• In fact, there are studies that demonstrate that the quality of care is increased.
• We've got a lot more awareness, and the data is there to demonstrate that patient outcomes are better
• We've got a lot more awareness, and the data is there to demonstrate that patient outcomes are better
• The data is there to demonstrate that patient outcomes are better when APRNs are providing primary care

Bills: SB2, SJR36, SB2, SB2, SR29, SB2

Keywords: Maverick County, recognition, economic development, Texas Senate, community celebration, 1185, senate, all

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• And when you require a demonstration of an episode of need or financial crisis, does being furloughed
• And when you require a demonstration of an episode of need or financial crisis, does being furloughed
• And when you require a demonstration of an episode of need or financial crisis, does being furloughed
• And when you require a demonstration of an episode of need or financial crisis, does being furloughed
• c><00:43:11.680> their able to demonstrate during their able to demonstrate during their interview

Keywords: 910, house, all

Summary: The committee on Human Services and Homelessness received a briefing from Scott Morish of the Hawaii Department of Human Services on upcoming SNAP changes tied to the federal One Big Beautiful Bill Act (HR1/OBBA) and on the federal government shutdown’s impact on November SNAP benefits. DHS described its SNAP workload and statewide participation, noting about 86,229 households and 168,947 individuals receiving benefits in September, with roughly $58–$60 million distributed monthly. Morish said DHS has already made system and policy updates in preparation for the November 1 implementation date. Most of the briefing focused on expanded able-bodied adult work requirements. DHS explained that the work rule now applies to additional groups, including adults ages 55 to 64, households with dependent children age 14 and older, people experiencing homelessness, veterans, and youth ages 18 to 24 who transitioned from foster care. The department said affected individuals must generally work or participate in qualifying activities for 80 hours per month, with noncompliance leading to a three-month benefit limit and a 36-month ineligibility period. DHS also reviewed exemptions, including for disability, pregnancy, caregiving, school or training, unemployment, and substance use treatment, and clarified that the new Indian Health Care Improvement Act exemption does not include Native Hawaiians. DHS said it received approval for Hawaii’s request for a non-contiguous-state exemption from payment error penalties through September 30, 2026, but must still make good-faith efforts to implement the work rules. Morish also outlined OBBA changes to non-citizen eligibility, saying that beginning November 1 only lawful permanent residents, COFA residents, and Cuban or Haitian entrants will remain eligible, while other previously eligible categories such as refugees, asylees, and some parolees will no longer qualify. He noted that ineligible non-citizens must still be included in household reporting and their income counted. The committee then discussed the federal shutdown’s effect on SNAP, with DHS saying USDA directed states to suspend November SNAP issuance because of insufficient funding; existing October benefits remain usable, and TANF and general assistance are not affected. DHS said it has posted FAQs and call-center messages, and is working with the Hawaii Food Bank on an additional $2 million in support and with nonprofit partners on a new Hawaii Relief program funded by TANF for families with dependent children. Members asked about eligibility for kūpuna and documentation for the relief program, and DHS said the TANF-funded program is limited to households with a child under 18, while FAQs are now available online.

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• requests that have been submitted and follow-up from those requests that have been answered that demonstrate
• requests that have been submitted and follow-up from those requests that have been answered that demonstrate
• requests that have been submitted and follow-up from those requests that have been answered that demonstrate
• requests that have been<00:15:40.959> answered<00:15:41.839> that<00:15:42.000> demonstrate
• been answered that demonstrate been answered that demonstrate potentially<00:15:43.520> $50,000

Keywords: 919, house, all

Summary: House File 3679, which would allow mandatory reports to legislative committees to be submitted electronically instead of on paper, was presented as a bipartisan efficiency measure by Representative Nash. The bill also carried an A1 amendment, adopted by voice vote, that addressed interim administrative authority for the Chief Clerk during a gap in caucus leadership and was described as a procedural fix worked out with caucus leaders. A second amendment, A2, offered by Representative Engen, sought to prohibit legislators from participating in appropriations to named nonprofit recipients that later employ or contract with them, arguing this created conflicts of interest and self-serving governance. Supporters said the amendment was needed for institutional integrity and taxpayer trust, while opponents argued it was too narrow, not well defined, and would unfairly single out certain jobs or industries; the debate included references to direct appropriations, conflict-of-interest rules, and examples involving nonprofits, law firms, farmers, teachers, and other outside employment. The A2 amendment was put to a roll call and failed on a 66-66 tie. After the amendment vote, the bill was read a third time and received broad support. Representatives Nash and Cleborne urged a green vote, and the House passed House File 3679 as amended by a vote of 132-0, with its title agreed to.

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• And whereas the Calumet boys baseball team have demonstrated hard work, dedication, and teamwork, they
• And whereas the Calumet boys basketball team athletes have demonstrated hard work, dedication, and teamwork
• The OKFRW has demonstrated a strong commitment to service through its extensive volunteer efforts, supporting
• This team consistently demonstrates not only intelligence but also work ethic and preparation required
• And whereas the Cherokee people have demonstrated resilience, strength, and leadership throughout history

Bills: HB3976, HB3000, HB3001, HB3003, HB3004, HB3066, HB3904, HB3644, HB1687, HB3920, SR40

Keywords: rural hospitals, small hospitals, grant program, healthcare funding, Oklahoma health department, cosmetology, barbering, massage therapy, State Board of Cosmetology and Barbering, Service Oklahoma, license renewal, license reinstatement, licensing fees, sunset extension, board membership, human trafficking, victim services, beauty school, barber school, esthetics