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• 3489, an act relating to education, establishing a field trip policy, and establishing the criminal offense
• It creates a new felony offense and penalties for child grooming.
• This bill not only establishes grooming as a felony offense, but it also works to prevent it from ever
• , but it also works to felony offense, but it also works to prevent<00:17:23.839><c> it</c><00:17:24.320
• Uh, that grooming is a criminal offense. It's difficult to talk about.

Keywords: 1183, house

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• It will ensure that individuals who have committed serious offenses that violate the safety and trust
• But what I do feel certain of is that when someone commits such a serious offense and violates another
• office, then, you know, they couldn't be serving if they end up being charged with, you know, a sex offense
• I would argue that this kind of offense is a deep violation of the public trust.
• want to point out, at least in my research on this, this is the first time we're doing this for sex offense

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• The rule lists the types of offenses for which an arrest may be made without a warrant, including felonies
• , witnessed misdemeanors, and some non-witness misdemeanor offenses.
• victim is under 18 years old or<00:44:10.800><c> if</c><00:44:10.920><c> the</c><00:44:11.040><c> offense
• </c><00:44:11.440><c> results</c><00:44:11.880><c> in</c><00:44:12.000><c> serious</c> or if the offense
• results in serious or if the offense results in serious bodily<00:44:12.800><c> injury</c><00:44:13.320

Keywords: 927, senate, all

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• The violation is a new criminal offense and not a revocation.
• impossible for us to write for a violation of failure to comply with supervised release when the offense
• the conditions of supervised release are brought to the parish of conviction of the underlying sex offense
• We're saying that six months of the sentence imposed for these offenses will be without benefit of parole
• Gonzalez because right now the Constitution provides for second or subsequent offenses of aggravated

Summary: The committee first handled several criminal justice bills related to evidence, juror privacy, probation, and sex offender supervision. HB 95, by Rep. Lecombe, updates an older statute to allow electronic access to videotaped forensic interviews of protected persons for prosecutors, defense counsel, courts, and other authorized persons; it was reported favorably. HB 55, by Rep. Villio, prohibits public disclosure of juror identifying information such as names, addresses, and contact information; after testimony from District Attorney Tony Clayton about juror harassment and intimidation, the committee adopted a small amendment removing outdated language and reported the bill favorably with amendments. HB 125, by Rep. Horton, revises supervised release for certain sex offenders to address jurisdiction and notification issues, especially when violations occur outside Louisiana; after testimony from DOC and probation and parole officials and a witness describing victim-protection monitoring, it was reported favorably with amendments. HB 158, also by Rep. Horton, increases the maximum custodial treatment period for technical probation violations from 90 to 180 days, but witnesses raised concerns that the language was too broad and could impose extra jail time beyond treatment; the author agreed to work on clarifying language before floor debate, and the bill was reported favorably. HB 169, by Rep. Horton, makes probationers or parolees responsible for extradition costs if they are able to pay, and it was reported favorably. The committee then considered HB 133, by Rep. Newell, which strengthens penalties and treatment requirements for battery of a school teacher and related offenses. A large amendment package was adopted to add aggravated battery and second-degree battery involving students or school employees, define terms, require counseling and evaluations in certain juvenile cases, and adjust juvenile disposition provisions. Teachers and supporters testified about assaults in schools and the need to protect educators, while district attorneys warned that some of the amended language—especially the shift to “serious bodily injury” and some definitional changes—could make prosecutions harder or create unintended constitutional issues. Rep. Newell agreed to continue working with prosecutors to tighten the language before the bill reaches the floor, and HB 133 was reported favorably as amended. Later, the committee heard HB 821 by Rep. McFarland, which moves the Louisiana Center for Safe Schools from GOSEP to the Louisiana Commission on Law Enforcement; the change was described as largely administrative and the bill was reported favorably. The committee also took up HB 399 by Rep. Zerang, which extends the terminally ill/incapacitated inmate release window from 60 to 120 days. Secretary Gary Westcott and DOC officials explained that the program is tightly vetted, applies to inmates who are truly at end of life, and includes victim notification and maximum supervision; supporters, including medical and faith-based witnesses, emphasized dignity, hospice care, and the practical need for more time to complete release planning. The bill was reported favorably. Finally, HB 296 by Rep. Knox repeals the inactive Reentry Advisory Council and the Offender Rehabilitation Workforce Development Act, and HB 168 by Rep. Freiburg creates a transitional reentry program for female parolees within six months of release; both were presented as public-safety and reentry measures, with strong support from reentry advocates, business groups, and faith-based organizations, and both were reported favorably.

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• , on the third offense, actually confiscation of animal results.
• the law and deserve to have an appropriate sanction, so that we don't have those perhaps lesser offenses
• But we still have culpability for lesser offenses that deserve to be recognized in the law and deserve
• to have an appropriate sanction, so that we don't have those perhaps lesser offenses not be recognized
• Madam President, I think I'll get out front on offense because I know I'll get ground down here by someone

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• But as far as withholding remittance of funds withheld from employees, that is a criminal offense.
• </c><00:22:13.760><c> It</c><00:22:14.000><c> is</c><00:22:14.159><c> a</c> that is a criminal offense
• It is a that is a criminal offense. It is a felony. felony. felony.
• that is is guilty of encouraging it that is is guilty of encouraging it criminal<00:22:25.200><c> offense
• This bill should be criminal offense.

Keywords: 1189, house, all

Summary: The committee first considered House Bill 241, which would provide information about alternative pain treatments rather than mandate services. Members cited support from the prime sponsor, medical organizations, insurers, and other stakeholders, and noted there was no fiscal impact. The committee voted unanimously, 7-0, to ought to pass the bill. It then took up House Bill 629, which raises a boat decal fee and dedicates the revenue to the dam maintenance fund. Members described the state’s deteriorating dam infrastructure, noting the large number of dams, the high-hazard sites, and the much larger funding need, while saying the bill would provide only a modest start. They also said boat owners generally did not strongly object to the fee. The committee voted 7-0 to ought to pass. House Bill 1042, concerning an increase in the unified contingent credit limit for New Hampshire Business Finance Authority projects, drew more divided discussion. Supporters said the higher cap would provide needed flexibility and liquidity for business development and that the state treasurer and BFA had explained the credit structure and low historical loss rate; opponents warned the increase would raise state exposure too much, too soon. After debate, the chair postponed the bill, then later returned with an amendment lowering the proposed limit from 450 million to 400 million, which the committee adopted unanimously. The committee then moved to ought to pass as amended. Finally, the committee considered House Bill 1411, which would have allowed withholding payments to the federal government in response to federal actions. Members opposing the bill argued that withholding employee-related funds would be unlawful and ineffective, while supporters said it could serve as a statement and suggested interim study instead. The committee rejected the bill on a 4-3 vote and voted to inexpedient to legislate.

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• This bill would change the potential punishment for someone who commits the offense of rape or sodomy
• You have a right to your freedom, but you can commit an offense that could... it's your time.
• . ...convicted of this offense.
• Yeah, so it would be the same recourse as everyone that's convicted of this offense—you know that the
• It adds these two offenses: rape of a child under 12 and sodomy of a child under 12.

Keywords: 1136, house, all

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• Under current law, defense attorneys cannot request that a jury consider lesser related offenses, even
• Geiger held that when supported by the evidence, lesser related offense instructions could be given to
• serious offense as prosecuted.
• It's important that we have a balanced scale which allows the argument that a lesser related offense
• This approach is consistent with other firearm-related misdemeanor offenses already in statute.

Keywords: 987, senate, all

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• So this only applies to sexual offenders who committed offenses on or after July 1, 2026.
• , and if you'll allow me— ...there are different specified offenses.
• So we're talking about severe sexual offenses. President Gottlieb, you are recognized.
• It allows for the civil commitment of individuals convicted of sexually violent offenses.
• It allows for the civil commitment of individuals convicted of sexually violent offenses.

Summary: The House opened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, a quorum call, approval of the journal, and adoption of the special order calendar. The chamber then took up several Senate bills on special order, with members offering questions and debate before final votes. The first major measure, CS/SB 156, the Officer Jason Rayner Act, would reclassify certain offenses against law enforcement officers and add manslaughter of an officer to the life-sentence reclassification statute. Supporters said it honored Officer Rayner and clarified that resistance to officers with violence is unlawful; opponents argued it reduced judicial discretion and could sweep in unintended cases. The bill passed 100-8. The House next passed CS/SB 688 on naturopathic medicine, which creates a regulatory framework and licensure standards for naturopathic physicians, defines scope limits, and establishes a board under the Department of Health. Supporters framed it as a consumer protection and medical freedom bill, while opponents called it an expansion of scope and criticized the low penalty for unlicensed practice. It passed 85-22. The chamber also passed CS/CS/SB 1062 on speech and debate education, creating a Florida Speech and Debate Hall of Fame, a Speech and Debate Week, and a statewide debate initiative, by a unanimous 112-0 vote. Members then approved CS/CS/SB 1220, a broad transportation bill covering FDOT authority, airports and seaports, drone and delivery devices, autonomous vehicle crimes, tolls, and other transportation issues; an amendment added provisions on Space Florida, golf carts, automated license plate recognition, and related matters while removing digital driver’s license repeal language. The bill passed 87-23. SB 962 on affordable housing, which clarifies that Live Local Act zoning preemption does not unintentionally capture working farms and farm operations, passed 109-2. Finally, CS/CS/SB 1580 on aiding illegal gaming was introduced and discussed; it would strengthen penalties for illegal slot machines and unregulated gaming arcades, clarify reporting and enforcement, and preempt local regulation, with questions focused on VFWs, sweepstakes, fantasy sports, and online betting. The transcript then shifted into lengthy farewell remarks and recognitions, including tributes from members leaving the House and acknowledgments of guests in the galleries.

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• I think my comments were taken out of context, and I certainly apologize for any offense that was taken
• I think my comments were taken out of context, and I certainly apologize for any offense that was taken
• ,</c> domestic violence, traffic offenses, domestic violence, traffic offenses, violent<01:05:27.440>
• </c><01:13:35.520><c> So,</c><01:13:35.760><c> the</c> a of a state level offense.
• So, the a of a state level offense.

Keywords: 958, all

Summary: The committee met with a quorum, approved the October 21 minutes, and then heard a KO presentation focused on county jail funding pressures. KO leaders and county judges said jail costs have become a statewide crisis, noting that county general fund contributions to jail budgets have risen sharply since 2019. They said the organization’s sole legislative priority this session is to “reshape the shared responsibility” for county jails through three main proposals: incentivizing regional jails, clarifying responsibility for pre-trial felony detainees, and changing the model for housing state inmates. On regional jails, KO proposed one-time state construction help for new or expanded regional facilities, allowing former county jails to become 96-hour holdover facilities, changing regional jail authority boards so each participating county jailer can serve, increasing the closed-jail supplement, and offering a one-time payment to counties that close a jail and join a regional plan. On pre-trial felony detainees, Judge Mosley argued counties bear the full cost for people held before trial, sometimes for years, and said counties should be reimbursed for time served credit when those inmates are later sentenced. On state inmates, KO said the current per diem of $35.34 is below the average daily county jail cost of $63.44, and proposed a new contract model requiring the Department of Corrections to pay actual housing costs while counties provide agreed programming such as substance use treatment, cognitive behavioral programming, re-entry services, workforce training, and academic programming. Members asked about the fiscal impact of the package, the feasibility of regional jail population thresholds, and whether the proposal could affect counties’ ability to house federal inmates. KO said regionalization should remain a local decision, that a bill draft and fiscal note were being developed, and that only certain jails are eligible to house federal inmates under existing agreements. Representative Maddox also asked about social media comments by Judge Mosley regarding homeschooling; Mosley said the remarks were unrelated to KO and apologized for any offense. Senator Mills asked what counties would do with savings from jail costs, and judges said the money would likely go to local services such as roads, ambulance service, senior programs, parks, economic development, infrastructure, broadband, and water projects.

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• The second piece that was changed from what passed off the Senate floor allowed for review of all offenses
• The second piece that was changed from what passed off the Senate floor allowed for review of all offenses
• House file number 2130 certain offenses.
• , then a person would not driving offense, then a person would not get<01:39:33.920><c> any</c><01:39
• </c><01:40:14.320><c> Third</c> related to certain offenses. Third related to certain offenses.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• and sexual acts with animals involving a minor a level seven offense.
• Code, up from a level one offense, increasing the minimum sentence imposed for that crime so we can
• Code, up from a level one offense, increasing the minimum sentence opposed for that crime so we can
• , $5,000 for a second offense, and $7,500 for a third or subsequent offense of local animal cruelty ordinances
• Children that witness or participate... ...or subsequent offense of local animal cruelty ordinances.

Summary: The Senate opened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and several introductions and memorial remarks, including a moment of silence for service members killed in the conflict in Iran. The chamber then moved to special orders and took up a series of bills, with many measures passing unanimously after brief explanations and, in several cases, substitution of House companions. Early bills included CS/CS/SB 1062 on speech and debate education, which drew extensive supportive debate about the civic value of debate programs and passed 37-0, and SB 1072 on an anti-Semitism task force, which was amended to clarify that criticism of Israel is not prohibited and then passed 37-0. The Senate also approved CS/CS/SB 1230/HB 1019 on PFAS chemicals and firefighting foam, with discussion focused on phasing out AFFF, testing requirements, exceptions for federal aviation and military uses, and support for firefighters and water quality; the bill passed 37-0. Other measures passed without opposition included SB 1706 on the My Safe Florida Condominium Pilot Program, SB 186 on student health and safety and seizure response training, SB 598 on funeral and cemetery services, SB 990/HB 883 on protected cell captive insurance companies, SB 554 on nonprofit corporations, SB 560 on child welfare and foster care medication procedures, SB 684/HB 961 on electronic signatures for salvage titles, and SB 778/HB 569 on forensic client services. Two bills, SB 432 on intoxicating substances and SB 928 on dangerous crimes, were temporarily postponed. A major portion of the meeting was devoted to SB 1134 on official actions of local governments and DEI-related activities. The sponsor argued the bill would prevent counties and municipalities from funding or promoting DEI efforts he described as discriminatory or indoctrinating, while opponents offered amendments to narrow the bill to spending only, add an intent requirement for penalties, and preserve local proclamations and observances. Those amendments were debated at length but were not adopted. The sponsor then continued explaining the bill’s exceptions, including references to holidays, heritage sites, and the Pulse Memorial, and the chamber was still in debate on the underlying measure when the transcript ended.

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• But for the DNA evidence, it's likely he would have been charged with a capital offense.
• violent offense.
• violent offense.
• violent offense.
• violent offense.

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• Senate Bill 1170, an act amending Section 13-3408, Arizona Revised Statutes, relating to drug offenses
• Section 13-3408, Arizona Revised Statutes, relating to drug offenses. Very good. Senator Werner.
• amending Title 13, Chapter 34, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding Section 13-3402, relating to drug offenses
• amending Title 13, Chapter 34, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding Section 13-3402, relating to drug offenses
• licensure; Regulatory Affairs and Government Efficiency; HB 47U, nonprofits facilitation trafficking offensive

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• Within 24 hours of an arrest for a felony offense or a misdemeanor offense listed in level 2 background
• requirements, expanding law enforcement notification requirements to include additional disqualifying offenses
• background screening standards and mandating notification within 48 hours of an arrest for these offenses
• . 3rd expanding self reporting requirements to include offenses listed in level 2 background screening

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• in jail—okay—because this language says that they pled guilty and found guilty, and it has, of the offense
• Well, Offense of sex trafficking?
• person or accept a plea of guilty, who is a survivor of domestic abuse and has been charged with an offense

Summary: The Committee on Children and Families met in executive session with a quorum present and considered three bills. House Bill 3322, the Houseman education and foster care bill, was moved out of committee and passed 14-0. House Bill 1872, a domestic abuse-related bill, was amended and converted into a new House committee substitute after Representative Reuter explained that it would allow certain convicted survivors of domestic violence, trafficking, or coercion to petition for post-conviction review and possible resentencing based on documentary evidence of abuse. Members asked about the scope of the bill, the evidence required, and whether it could affect sex trafficking cases; several members expressed concerns about drafting and workability, and the substitute ultimately failed on a 5-yes, 8-present vote. The committee then took up House Bill 3470, the Missouri Hope/Charity Act. Representative Schmidt explained a substitute that changed the bill’s name to match the Senate version and added a one-year task force on the protection of children and families to review implementation, report on benefits, and recommend improvements to state and local processes. Members discussed whether the name should remain “Hope Act” rather than “Charity Act,” and the sponsor said she would consider that suggestion and continue working with the Senate. The committee adopted the substitute and then passed House Committee Substitute for House Bill 3470 by a 14-0 vote. At the end of the meeting, the chair thanked members and noted that her family was present in the front row, then adjourned the committee.

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• How it's going to work, I just have a question on the two bills that struck down any offense and just
• but would that be, let's say you're serving, you were in Poplar Bluff, and you got convicted of an offense
• The piece that crossed out any offense is about the disqualification from registering to vote due to,
• hold jobs, to continue to pay taxes, to meet a number of other restrictions based on whatever the offense

Summary: The House Corrections and Public Institutions Committee held a public hearing on House Bills 2592, 2787, and 2834, which were described as having nearly identical language. The bills would restore voting rights for people with felony convictions who are no longer incarcerated and, in the versions discussed, remove language requiring completion of probation or parole before registering to vote. Sponsors and supporters said the measures would align Missouri with other states, promote civic engagement, and help reduce recidivism. Several members also noted that people on supervision often work, pay taxes, and remain active in their communities, yet cannot vote under current law. Committee members asked about practical implementation, especially how voting would work for people who are incarcerated or serving misdemeanor sentences, and whether absentee voting mechanisms would be needed. Witnesses and sponsors said current law already allows some absentee voting for pretrial detainees and suggested the issue could be addressed through further amendment or discussion. Members also raised questions about exclusions for certain offenses, such as election-related felonies, and about whether people on life supervision would be covered. Sponsors explained that the bills would not restore voting rights to people currently incarcerated, but would restore them upon release or while on probation/parole, depending on the bill language. Testimony was overwhelmingly in support. Bill sponsors Representatives Stennett, Collins, and Anderson testified in favor, along with advocates from Empower Missouri, the Center for Responsive Government Action, the League of Women Voters of Missouri, ACLU of Missouri, Missouri Appleseed, Justice for All, the Missouri State Conference of the NAACP, Americans for Prosperity, and the Missouri Voter Protection Coalition. Supporters emphasized rehabilitation, community belonging, and public safety, citing studies and personal experiences showing that voting rights restoration can reduce recidivism and encourage reintegration. No opposition testimony was presented. The committee took no final action and adjourned after the hearing.

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• Florida law regarding gambling by strengthening and increasing penalties for certain crimes and offenses
• Strengthening and increasing penalties for certain crimes and offenses.
• our posts for these events could trigger Section 849.03, risking 15 years in prison for a second offense
• renting our posts for these events could trigger Section 84903, risking 15 years in prison for a second offense

Summary: The Budget Committee met with a quorum and considered eight bills. The first major item, House Bill 1467 on gambling, drew extensive debate and strong opposition from veterans organizations and related groups, who warned the bill’s language could unintentionally criminalize raffles and gaming machines used by American Legion and VFW posts for charitable fundraising. The sponsor said the bill would strengthen gambling penalties, authorize fantasy sports contests, preempt local enforcement, and require more reporting on illegal gambling, and he said he was open to amendments later. Despite concerns from several members about unintended consequences and local preemption, the committee passed the bill favorably on a roll call vote. The committee then heard and passed House Bill 711, creating a statewide “spectrum alert” for missing autistic children and requiring FDLE training for law enforcement; House Bill 1335, allowing Medicaid coverage for blood-based colorectal cancer screening; House Bill 843, making clarifying changes to Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission trust funds; House Bill 1371, strengthening protections for law enforcement and first responders, including penalties for attacks on officers and measures related to false reports and blood-borne pathogen exposure; House Bill 1405, revising youth prevention services for status offenders; House Bill 1053, updating FDLE-related statutes and adding support for retired police dogs; and House Bill 751, expanding health insurance protections for law enforcement and their families after catastrophic injury or death and clarifying fraud penalties. Several bills were amended before passage, including HB 1371, which adopted an amendment removing a section to avoid fiscal impact, and HB 1053, which removed proposed changes to the capital complex definition. Most measures received supportive testimony from law enforcement, health, or advocacy groups and passed with little opposition. The committee concluded by reporting all of the listed bills favorably and then adjourned.

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• So the challenges: The majority of gaming offenses are second-degree misdemeanors.
• If I stole a brand-new iPhone, that's a felony offense.
• open up an illegal casino in Leon County, all I'm doing at that point is committing a misdemeanor offense
• you can open with, 'I'd like to jack these up to a third-degree felony as a level five or level six offense

Summary: The Committee on Regulated Industries heard a presentation from the Florida Gaming Control Commission on illegal gambling in Florida. Executive Director Ross Marchman described the commission’s role, the limited number of legal slot-machine locations in the state, and the prevalence of illegal casinos, including “fish tables” and other machines found in strip malls, gas stations, and back rooms. He said the commission has received thousands of complaints, conducted 88 operations, seized thousands of machines and millions in cash and other property, and is currently storing large amounts of seized evidence at significant cost because the cases and appeals are still pending. Marchman argued that illegal casinos are tied to broader criminal activity, including robberies, drug trafficking, human trafficking, firearms offenses, and even murders, and said the current penalties are too weak because most gaming offenses are second-degree misdemeanors. He and members discussed the need for stronger deterrents, better resources, and possible changes to the law, including whether evidence could be reduced to samples rather than retained in full. Senators also asked about cease-and-desist letters to online gaming operators, the role of manufacturers and landlords, and how the commission distinguishes legal amusement machines from illegal slot machines. Daniel McGinn, speaking as an individual, supported the commission’s concerns and said prior enforcement efforts were limited by the statutory scheme. He referenced the Gator Coin case and explained that operators often use licensing agreements and repeated cash-split arrangements to keep machines in circulation. He urged legislative action, noted a gap in the statute regarding private rights of action, and warned against creating carve-outs that could raise constitutional or compact issues. No votes were taken, and the committee adjourned after the presentation and questions.

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• Senate Bill 2554 by West, relating to the collection of certain fines assessed for traffic offenses,
• Senate Bill 2723 by Cook, relating to repeal of the offense of homosexual conduct, to Criminal Justice
• Senate Bill 2789 by Menendez, relating to the prosecution of impungement for the criminal offense of
• Senate Bill 2798 by Creighton, relating to certain statutes of limitations for criminal offenses, to
• Senate Bill 2799 by Creighton, relating to increasing the criminal penalty for the offense of reckless

Summary: The Senate convened with a quorum, heard an invocation, and adopted the previous day’s journal. Members then adopted Senate Resolution 358 honoring the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley on its 10th anniversary, with remarks highlighting UTRGV’s growth, degree production, research expansion, medical school, and role in serving the Rio Grande Valley and South Texas. The chamber also recognized the doctor of the day and adopted additional resolutions, including one for Denton County Days at the Capitol and another recognizing Texas HBCU Day. The Senate gave extensive recognition to outgoing Texas A&M University System Chancellor John Sharp through Senate Resolution 368. Senators from both parties praised his long public career, leadership of the A&M System, support for regional universities, and bipartisan approach. The resolution was adopted after multiple members added their names. The chamber also heard from advocates with the Texas Streets Coalition, and received gubernatorial nominations for the State Board of Examiners of Professional Counselors and the Texas Commission on Fire Protection. On legislation, the Senate passed several major bills. Committee Substitute Senate Bill 27, relating to rights and support for public school educators, was debated and amended to address teacher vacancies, bilingual certification testing, paid leave options, classroom removals, and appeal rights, then passed unanimously. Senate Joint Resolution 12, proposing a constitutional amendment on parents’ right to direct a child’s education, advanced on a 22-9 vote. Committee Substitute Senate Bill 1741, aimed at preventing foreign influence and intellectual property theft at public institutions of higher education, passed unanimously. Committee Substitute Senate Bill 29, the business entities bill, also passed after debate over corporate governance and shareholder protections. Senate Bill 857, authorizing law enforcement to tow certain vehicles driven by unlicensed or uninsured drivers, passed despite some concern about towing abuses during disasters. The Senate also took up Committee Substitute Senate Bill 1536 on dementia and Alzheimer’s training for certain guardians, but the transcript ends as that bill is being laid out.