Transcript Highlights:

• Perhaps you could give us that number, because it went down significantly.
• number to be used by outside individuals.
• </c><00:15:16.839><c> number</c> or to allow their district phone number or to allow their district phone
• Uh thank you, like to phone a friend?
• </c><00:55:08.680><c> of</c> specifically has provided a number of specifically has provided a number

Bills: HF4074

Keywords: retirement, pension, public employees, MSRS, PERA, TRA, St. Paul Teachers Retirement Fund Association, police and fire, correctional employees, probation officers, telecommunicators, dispatchers, 911 operators, public safety answering point, PSAP, firefighters, volunteer firefighters, paid on-call firefighters, fire relief association, state aid

Transcript Highlights:

• Um, quantifying the number of individuals that this affects is difficult.
• </c><00:15:16.160><c> one</c> because that's really the number one because that's really the number one
• a phone number to call rather than 911 immediately.
• a phone number to call rather than 911 immediately.
• Phoning a friend who wants to come to the testifier table. access to.

Bills: HF3935, HF2216, HF4354, HF4210, HF4212

Keywords: assisted living, healthcare, training, unlicensed personnel, resident rights, safety regulations, nursing home, long-term care, guardian, conservator, arbitration, mandatory arbitration, consumer protection, fee increase, rate increase, price hike, private pay, public funds, Medicaid, waiver services

Transcript Highlights:

• Chair Alvarez: Everyone please silence your cell phones and as a reminder for members please ensure that
• Representative Bartleman: Why is this the number and why is it different from before since you are applying
• But the same type of post, why is this number?
• Representative Baker, you are recognized to explain amendment number one.
• information public with public e- mails and phone numbers and things like that.

Transcript Highlights:

• There are a lot of analytics and numbers involved, naturally.
• May's numbers.
• by fielding tens of thousands of phone calls each month.
• That work is proceeding in a number of different veins.
• It's a number that we actually, the reason it's on this slide is because it's a number that we recognize

Keywords: Commission on Unemployment Compensation, 976, house, all

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• The reason that I say that is for a number of reasons.
• call um I had the opportunity a phone call um I had the opportunity throughout<00:27:47.399><c> my</
• </c> knowing that I could pick up the phone knowing that I could pick up the phone call<00:30:05.760>
• to just a phone call away to them<00:32:16.799><c> and</c><00:32:16.919><c> in</c><00:32:17.080><c>
• If you're going to talk numbers, right, so you're talking like $25,000.

Keywords: 928, house, all

Summary: The subcommittee work session focused on HB 153, a bill intended to improve law enforcement response to animal cruelty cases. The bill’s sponsor explained that the proposal would require one sheriff or deputy and one state trooper in each county to receive specific training in animal cruelty laws so they could serve as knowledgeable resources. The sponsor described real-world examples where agencies were unclear about jurisdiction, veterinary involvement, and response protocols, arguing that better training was needed because animal cruelty cases can require quick action and many towns do not have animal control officers. Jerry Sorenson, a retired UNH professor and longtime animal cruelty instructor, described the existing training structure at Police Standards and Training. He said recruits receive a required two-hour introductory block at the academy, while additional animal cruelty materials and a more comprehensive online resource library are available through the Benchmark system for certified officers. He noted that the older two-day in-service course he taught was more detailed and guided, but the current online materials are more of a self-study resource and are not mandated for in-service officers. He also said the committee could track usage through Benchmark analytics. Kurt Arenberg of the Humane Society of the United States and Rob Johnson of the Farm Bureau both supported the goal of ensuring a trained law enforcement contact is available statewide, but they questioned whether assigning one trained officer per county would be the best way to achieve it. They emphasized the need for a real-time response and for officers to know where to find help and guidance, rather than expecting one person per county to handle all cases. Vincent Greco of State Police said the agency is willing to help and has handled animal cruelty matters, but he said one trooper per county would not realistically meet the goal given coverage demands and vacancy rates; he suggested broader access to resources and training may be more effective. Representative Freeman asked how cases are handled now and was told State Police responses generally follow standard criminal investigation steps, with assistance from animal control, veterinarians, and other resources when available. No vote or final action was taken during the work session.

Transcript Highlights:

• THE NUMBER ONE JOB, IS TO PROTECT OUR CITIZENS. OUR CITIZENS OF NEW YORK STATE.
• Do you anticipate there will be a large number at polling locations in New York?
• You know what I think the number one priority is? Public safety.
• You know what I think the number one priority is? Public safety.
• You know what I think the number one priority is? Public safety.

Keywords: 993, senate, all

Summary: The Senate opened with routine proceedings, approval of the prior day’s journal, and several motions to restore previously passed bills to the third-reading calendar. Senate Print 2436A, an amendment to the Administrative Code of New York City, and Senate Print 7160, an amendment to the Elder Law, were both reconsidered and restored to the calendar by roll call. Amendments were also received on Senate Print 9960, which retained its place on the third-reading calendar. The chamber then paused to honor Madeline Wilson on her 100th birthday and Marilyn D. Mosley through previously adopted resolutions, with family members and guests recognized on the floor. The Senate also welcomed Columbia Kicks Cancer, a student-run East Greenbush fundraising team that raised more than $239,000 for blood cancer research and care. The Finance Committee reported Senate Print 9005C, a budget bill amending Chapter 268 of the Laws of 1996, directly to third reading, and the Senate accepted the report and the message of necessity. The bill was then taken up on the controversial calendar, leading to extended debate on Part LL, which focused on limits on state and local cooperation with federal immigration enforcement, including 287(g) agreements, informal cooperation, masking rules for law enforcement, sensitive locations such as polling places, and the creation of an Office of Immigration Trust within the Attorney General’s office. Supporters argued the bill would keep state and municipal employees focused on their own duties, protect constitutional rights, and prevent New York resources from being used for federal immigration enforcement; they also said it would not bar all cooperation or prevent local police from responding to crime. Opponents argued it would hinder public safety, restrict law enforcement cooperation, and interfere with local discretion, while some raised concerns about constitutional issues and the practical effects on sheriffs, county jails, and police agencies. The debate also included a separate provision creating a civil cause of action for constitutional-rights violations by federal, state, or local officials, which supporters described as an accountability measure. Members further discussed the masking section, with supporters saying it applied broadly to officials and was intended to withstand constitutional scrutiny, while opponents cited a recent Ninth Circuit ruling striking down a similar California law. The Office of Immigration Trust and its complaint/referral process were also examined, including the role of the Governor and the State Education Department in reviewing alleged violations. No final vote on the controversial calendar bill was taken in the portion of the transcript provided.

Transcript Highlights:

• ,</c><00:05:10.720><c> it's</c> that's not to increase the number, it's that's not to increase the number
• Um, when I do my update on my phone, it's free.
• </c> different number for each type of case. different number for each type of case.
• So, we have four separate cell phone numbers.
• So if you use a different cell phone number and a different email, the system doesn't recognize the name

Keywords: 00:10 Call to order and Roll Call 01:06 Information Items and Introduction of Kentucky Court of Justice 03:02 Discussion of Interpreter State and National Contractor Rates 06:35 Discussion of Certifications 08:44 Discussion of AI use in Interpretation 13:56 Software Service Initiatives 16:47 Data Security and AV system Upgrades 24:38 Drug Court Issues 28:43 Discussion of Jefferson County Record Storage 35:33 Boyle County Courthouse Construction 39.26 KY State Police Driver Testing 45:22 Adjournment, 958, all

Summary: The subcommittee heard a budget overview from the Kentucky Court of Justice focused on mandated services and several growth items in the judicial branch budget. Court officials said the requests were driven by legal and contractual obligations, including higher contractor rates for court interpreters and IT support, annual software-as-a-service costs, and upgrades to the court’s audiovisual record system (JAVS). They also discussed local facilities needs tied to Jefferson County lease space and the Boyle County Courthouse, though the bulk of the presentation centered on the court’s technology and service-delivery costs. Members asked detailed questions about interpreter services, including whether services are provided in person, by phone, or by Zoom, and whether Kentucky could train and certify more local interpreters instead of relying on contractors from around the country. Court officials said the certification process is rigorous, that the branch is working with the National Center for State Courts on an apprenticeship program, and that they believe Kentucky may have flexibility to develop state-level certification if it meets court needs. They also said they are exploring technology and AI tools for translation, but have not found a solution that reliably handles complex courtroom context. Representative Sharp asked whether cases had been delayed for lack of interpreters; officials said they could provide aggregated data later. The court also described its major IT modernization effort, including a statewide case management system, e-filing, and maintenance of many legacy applications. Officials said contractor rates need to be raised to compete for skilled labor during the implementation phase, but that those costs should decline once the new systems are fully built and only maintained. They explained that part of the request covers three SaaS initiatives: ongoing subscription costs for existing systems, annual fees for the CaseWorks system used in pretrial and specialty courts after federal grant funding ends, and adoption of DocuSign to streamline invoicing, procurement, and contract execution. In response to questions from Representative KC Carney, they said cybersecurity is taken seriously, that they recently conducted a tabletop exercise, and that some risk shifts to cloud vendors under contract, though no separate cybersecurity line item was included. A substantial portion of the discussion focused on the JAVS audiovisual court-record system. Court officials said not all courtrooms are on the same version, and they want funding to bring all locations up to the current version and prepare for version 9, which they said would standardize the system statewide and support the official court record. When asked about costs, they said each upgrade can cost about $70,000 to $80,000 per system, that they aim to upgrade about 50 per year, and that the request reflects the need to keep pace with a four-year refresh cycle. No votes or formal actions were taken during the meeting.

Transcript Highlights:

• We're even seeing many millennials now intentionally moving back to basic phones for privacy and security
• personal electronic devices: government may not require someone to surrender, unlock, or give access to a phone
• We're even seeing many millennials now intentionally moving back to basic phones for privacy and security
• Government may not require someone to surrender, unlock, or give access to a phone or other device to
• in Idaho surrounding liquor licensing are very archaic, very restrictive, and I know there are a number

Summary: The Senate State Affairs Committee heard several bill introductions and memorials. Senator Zito presented RS 32969, a self-defense proposal modeled on anti-SLAPP protections that would create an early pretrial immunity hearing and allow reimbursement of reasonable costs for defendants found to have acted lawfully in self-defense; after questions about Idaho examples and scope, the committee voted to introduce it. Senator Nichols presented RS 33826, which would prohibit government from requiring digital ID, preserve acceptance of physical identification, protect access to personal devices, and limit digital ID to identity verification; it was also sent to print. She then presented RS 33333, a memorial urging the federal government to restore the tier two duty on imported sugar to protect Idaho’s sugar beet industry, and that too was approved for printing. Senator O’Connowitz presented RS 33369, a revised measure to require Senate confirmation for remaining department directors and align them more closely with other department heads; the committee voted to introduce it. Senator Bernt presented RS 33388, which would allow breweries to operate two remote taprooms instead of one, and it was sent to print. Senator Den Hartog presented RS 33296, revising election rules for single-county highway districts to make them partisan on a delayed timeline and allow candidates to list party affiliation in the 2026 cycle; the committee approved introduction. The committee also considered HCR 24, a resolution honoring fallen firefighters Frank Harwood and John Morrison Jr. and recognizing injured firefighter David Tisdell after a deadly 2025 attack in Kootenai County; members voiced support and voted to send it to the Senate floor with a do-pass recommendation. Finally, Senator Shippy presented SB 1258, a liquor licensing bill for Koenig Distillery that would create a specialty license allowing a rural distillery to serve its own products by the drink, with testimony emphasizing agricultural tourism, small business, and competitive fairness; after supportive testimony from the distillery owner and representative, the committee voted to send the bill to the floor with a do-pass recommendation.

Transcript Highlights:

• is that everybody is that somebody phone is that everybody is that somebody phone is that my phone uh
• that we talk about the number of numbers that we talk about the number of numbers that we talk about
• are there those are the number of veterans who has reported number of veterans who has reported number
• you District you may have small numbers you District you may have small numbers you may have large numbers
• or country lives with a small number or country lives with a small number or large number in that district

Bills: SB 2

Keywords: 920, all

Transcript Highlights:

• Please turn off your cell phones and silence them also. No signs.
• As you've heard from those before me, this bill would enact a number of comprehensive policy reforms
• Thanks for your phone call, too. Yes, thank you, too. Steve, you might have a conflict.
• I real quick just didn't know if you had a number on hand.
• I do not have those numbers right now. No problem. Thank you for the questions.

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The Joint Committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security heard testimony on several bills, beginning with a major workplace violence proposal for health care settings. Senator Lovely, the Massachusetts Nurses Association, the Massachusetts Hospital Association, and SEIU 1199 all supported legislation requiring hospitals and other health care employers to conduct facility-specific risk assessments, develop violence prevention plans, train workers, and provide reporting and protections for assaulted employees. Witnesses described workplace assaults as frequent and escalating, and committee members discussed balancing worker safety with concerns about criminalizing mental illness; testimony emphasized that the bill targets intentional assaults while preserving treatment and discretion for behavioral health crises. The committee also heard strong support for bills to strengthen traffic safety, including primary seat belt enforcement, rear-facing car seat requirements, and seat belts on school buses. AAA Northeast, the Brain Injury Association of Massachusetts, law enforcement, legislators, and the Massachusetts Insurance Federation all backed the measures, citing crash data, injury prevention, and personal stories of traumatic brain injury. Senator O’Connor testified for school bus seat belts, saying Massachusetts should join other states requiring them, and later Sophia Furzada of the National Transportation Safety Board urged passage of school bus seat belt and child passenger safety bills, saying lap-shoulder belts would reduce injuries and save lives in crashes where compartmentalization is not enough. Other testimony included support for a bill to make 9-1-1 disability indicator forms more accessible and inclusive, with the witness arguing the form should better reflect mental health, developmental disabilities, language access needs, and a fifth-grade reading level. The committee also heard opposition to a proposal to extend Christian’s Law to swimming pools, with a parks and recreation director warning of unintended consequences for municipal camps and underserved communities. Finally, the committee took testimony on a bill to expand the Forensic Science Oversight Board to include workforce representation, which MOSES said would restore technical expertise to the board. At the end of the hearing, the committee adjourned without taking votes on the bills discussed.

Transcript Highlights:

• Number two, both parties agree that their marriage has been irretrievably broken.
• Number three, imagine a couple who did everything they were told was right.
• Number three, imagine a couple who did everything they told was right.
• unlock the phone or dial.
• I also filed it a number of years ago.

Keywords: 959, house, all

Transcript Highlights:

• number.
• I would say on line 10, reports made to the department may include the name, address, and phone number
• My daughter would pretend that I had the wrong cell phone number and respond inappropriately, saying
• What is your phone number? What is your address? What do you know? How do you know it?
• What is your phone number? What is name? What is your phone number? What is your your your address?

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

Transcript Highlights:

• It is the highest number ever recorded.
• IT IS THE HIGHEST NUMBER, THE HIGHEST NUMBER EVER RECORDED.
• The numbers are startling.
• A sufficient number having risen, the yeas and nays are ordered.
• A SUFFICIENT NUMBER HAVING RISEN, THE YEAS AND NAYS ARE ORDERED.

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Monday, June 9, 2025, 1012, house, all

Transcript Highlights:

• Let's start with file item number one, Zabur. Thank you, Madam Chair, members.
• I think we said that because we've put forward a number—the union has put forward a number of different
• Some exceptions to that, you know, we have a number of 80- to 100-foot...
• Item number one is out five to zero. Item number two, AB 792. The current vote is four to zero.
• Item number 3, AB 1309. The current vote is 5 to 0. Burner. I. When?

Summary: The committee heard several labor and employment measures. AB 465 would require local public employers, at a union’s request, to negotiate minimum disciplinary and grievance procedures in MOUs, including progressive discipline, just-cause protections, grievance appeal rights, and paid release time for representatives. Supporters, including AFSCME and SEIU, said it would create fairer and more consistent due process protections for local government workers; opponents from county and city groups argued it would impose binding arbitration and rigid discipline rules that could undermine local flexibility and accountability. The bill passed on a 5-0 vote and was re-referred to Appropriations. AB 792 would allow court interpreter bargaining to be consolidated when multiple regions are negotiating at the same time. The author and the California Federation of Interpreters said the change would reduce repeated bargaining, improve efficiency, and help address interpreter recruitment and retention. There was no opposition, but some members questioned whether the proposal would really solve wage and staffing problems; the bill passed 5-0 and was placed on hold. AB 1309, which would improve Cal Fire firefighter compensation by tying salaries more closely to comparable local fire departments, drew strong support from firefighters and no opposition. Members praised Cal Fire’s work and the bill passed 7-0 and was held for add-ons. The committee also approved AJR 8, a resolution urging protection of Social Security and opposing federal cuts or office closures. Supporters said Social Security is essential to seniors, veterans, people with disabilities, and children, and warned that reductions would increase poverty and homelessness. One member objected to naming political figures in the resolution, but the measure still passed 7-0 and was held. AB 1247, which would require contracted-out school classified workers to meet the same training and qualification standards as direct hires and address related retirement contributions, passed 5-2 despite opposition from county superintendents and school administrators who said it would add costs and limit contracting flexibility. Finally, AB 288, which would authorize PERB to act when the NLRB fails to remedy labor claims by a deadline, passed 6-0 with strong union support and no opposition.

Transcript Highlights:

• And I said, "No, I'm taking this, number one, because I care for people. And I care for veterans.
• list after being ranked number 9 in fiscal year 23.
• This number is spectacular. More coaching when it comes to life and health vacancies.
• My dad, who's probably watching right now, he wants to be on the phone. Right.
• Having nobody answer the phone or answer the phone after only a hundred rings or say we'll have to talk

Transcript Highlights:

• and numbers of steps.
• Truth number two: doctor-prescribed suicide is dangerous.
• Fred, are you on the phone? Fred Pelka, are you on the phone?
• He had a stage four lung cancer diagnosis, and he was given an oxygen tank and a phone number He had
• a stage four lung cancer diagnosis, and he was given an oxygen tank and a phone number to call when he

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The Joint Committee on Public Health opened its first hearing of the session and heard testimony on bills in three areas: emergency medical services/AED access, athletic training and student safety, and end-of-life options. Committee chairs outlined testimony rules and noted that written testimony would also be accepted. Some bills had no live witnesses, while others drew extensive testimony from advocates, professionals, and legislators. On AED-related bills, the American Heart Association supported requiring automated external defibrillators at sporting events and athletic fields, citing sudden cardiac arrest survival rates and urging cardiac emergency response plans as an added safeguard. A parks and recreation professional supported AED access but raised concerns about the cost, staffing, maintenance, and feasibility for municipalities with limited resources. Athletic trainers supported expanding their scope of practice and removing workplace restrictions, arguing it would improve injury prevention, reduce costs, and help retain professionals in Massachusetts. The committee also took extensive testimony on end-of-life options legislation. Supporters included legislators, physicians, hospice volunteers, clergy, patients’ family members, and advocacy groups, who described the bills as allowing terminally ill, mentally capable adults to choose a peaceful death with strict safeguards and self-administration requirements. They emphasized personal stories of suffering, public support, and the claim that other states have not seen abuse. Opponents, including faith-based, disability-rights, and family policy representatives, argued the bills amount to physician-assisted suicide, could pressure vulnerable people, and may be influenced by prognosis errors, coercion, or financial incentives. No votes or final committee actions were taken during the hearing.

Transcript Highlights:

• Housing is truly the number one issue. A lot of people call it a crisis.
• And that number could be higher.
• it to this wallet number, and then we can take care of your computer.
• This isn't just about numbers on a spreadsheet.
• Of course, I became very concerned and called the number listed.

Keywords: 1212, all

Transcript Highlights:

• What this does is a number of things that people had asked to do.
• </c><00:05:48.080><c> Um</c> What this does is a number of things that people had asked to do.
• Uh, from my perspective, the purpose of this board is, number one, public safety.
• I do not calendar in my phone. >> Good for you.
• I do not calendar in my phone. phone. phone.

Keywords: Public Health - Room 216, 27 January, 2026; 3:00 PM, 925, all

Transcript Highlights:

• </c> they were you said sure So in in number they were you said sure So in in number one<00:54:37.480
• two um I think there and then in number two um I think that<00:55:03.640><c> it</c><00:55:03.799><c>
• And I pick up my phone and that name is there under this amendment.
• There are a number of difficulties in this bill.
• </c><01:30:16.880><c> of</c> chair um there's a number of chair um there's a number of difficulties<01

Keywords: 928, house, all

Summary: The committee first took up House Bill 313, and Representative Perez moved to retain the bill, saying it needed work and was not ready as written. Representative Smith supported that approach, and the motion to retain passed 18-0. The committee then considered House Bill 391, an anti-SLAPP measure. Representative Smith and others argued the bill was too broad, could create litigation and discovery disputes, and might even be read to affect criminal cases. The committee voted 18-0 to retain HB 391 as well, and the chair agreed to place it on consent with a report to be prepared. The committee next heard House Bill 462, establishing a cause of action for unwarranted video imaging of residential properties. Representative McFarland moved to retain, saying the bill raised First Amendment and property-rights concerns. The motion passed 18-0. The committee then took up House Bill 509, a fiscal note bill requiring reporting related to forfeitures. Members on both sides discussed the bill’s cost, the burden of collecting and collating the data, possible duplication across fiscal years, and whether the information was already being collected. The OTP motion passed 11-7, and Chairman Lynn asked Representative McFarland to prepare the report; a minority report was anticipated. Finally, the committee considered House Bill 520, which would authorize Department of Education hearing officers to issue subpoenas. Representative Kuttab supported the bill, saying similar authority exists in other agencies and states. Opponents argued the DOE already can obtain information through the attorney general, that the bill would create an unbalanced internal enforcement process, and that the subpoena authority was not tied to the curriculum-related concerns raised in testimony. Representative Ter offered Amendment 0842H to shift subpoena authority from DOE hearing officers to the attorney general; the amendment failed 7-11. The committee then voted on the bill as amended, and the OTP motion passed 10-8, with a minority report also requested.

Transcript Highlights:

• First off, please, I'd like to remind everyone to turn their phones off or silence their cell phones,
• cell phones please um if silence their cell phones please um if you're<00:01:51.439><c> going</c><00
• </c> election unfortunately these numbers election unfortunately these numbers were<00:14:26.920><c>
• </c> thousands uh I don't have a hard number thousands uh I don't have a hard number uh<00:24:53.880>
• </c><00:32:28.240><c> or</c> states do you feel like these numbers or states do you feel like these numbers

Keywords: Consideration of HB 27 00:04:20 Presentation by Secretary of State 00:10:44 Presentation by Karen Sellers and Jason Denny 00:35:56 Consideration of HB 45 00:55:36, 958, all

Summary: The committee first handled House Bill 27, which would remove the prohibition on political yard signs in planned communities statewide while still allowing communities to regulate size, placement, and duration. The sponsor said the 2023 Planned Communities Act created an unintended consequence by treating similar homeowners differently based on grandfathering dates, and a legal explanation was offered that the bill would clarify the law and avoid constitutional problems. After discussion, the committee voted 15-0 to pass the bill with favorable expression. The next item was an update from the Secretary of State on the 2024 election and implementation of House Bill 53, which created prompt post-election audits. He said the audits were carried out smoothly, most found no discrepancies, and no election winners changed, though he recommended adding a specific timeline to the law. He also discussed voter-roll maintenance, saying Kentucky has removed more than 440,000 ineligible voters since 2020, and argued that federal law and limited access to federal databases remain the main obstacles to faster cleanup. Members asked about the possibility of improper removals, double voting across states, and how provisional voting works. The Secretary said anyone improperly removed can reregister, that any double-voting abuse is likely marginal but still unacceptable, and that provisional ballots are available when eligibility is in doubt and can be reviewed by the county board of elections. He also urged Congress to modernize the 1993 federal voter-registration law, improve access to death and citizenship data, and create a central interstate information-sharing system for election officials.