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• </c> underfund and adequate public education. underfund and adequate public education.
• They value public education. services. They value public education.
• </c> average is half the cost of education. average is half the cost of education.
• </c> reach, educate, and mobilize. reach, educate, and mobilize.
• </c> department of education. department of education.

Committee: House Election Law

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• Papa Yosh, as his family would call him, was a decorated World War II hero, educator, and artist.
• Yoshi was a San Gabriel Valley native, born in Rosemead, raised in El Monte, and a longtime educator
• their time to community activism, fighting for fairness, education, and the environment.
• Department of Education. That same commitment guided her post-career work.
• Department of Education. That same commitment guided her post-career work.

Summary: The Senate convened with a quorum, offered prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, and recognized several guests, including students from Florence High School’s Law Academy, a fourth-grade class from Holy Spirit School, and Brigadier General Nick Brown of Marine Corps Installation West/Camp Pendleton. The chamber also handled routine business, including a motion to remove AB 1389 (Rubio) from the inactive file. The main floor action was on two gubernatorial appointments. Andrew Rakestra was confirmed to the Board of Environmental Safety by a vote of 28-0, and Indira Cameron Banks was confirmed to the Civil Rights Council by a vote of 28-8. Senators also announced upcoming budget subcommittee meetings on resources/environmental protection/energy, health and human services, judicial branch funding and court facilities, and state administration/general government. The Senate then took up adjourn-in-memory tributes. Senator Archuleta honored Yoshi Nakamura, a World War II veteran, educator, artist, and community activist whose life included service in the 442nd Regimental Combat Team and decades of teaching in Whittier and at Rio Hondo College. Senator Blakespear honored Dr. Rosemary George Strayley, a longtime international development and women’s rights advocate who served in the Peace Corps, worked with major global institutions, and co-founded Run Women Run. The Senate expressed condolences and agreed to memorialize both individuals.

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• Um, and yes, this is Arizona, and Utah.
• Oklahoma was mentioned because I'm licensed in Arizona and I've litigated these issues in Arizona.
• I do want to talk about Arizona a little bit.
• </c> Those are the ombudsman statutes in Arizona.
• We could go could add the Arizona thing.

Committee: Joint Corporations, Elections & Political Subdivisions

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• At least 50% of the funds must be spent on prevention, including education programs for persons who commit
• I've interviewed suspects in Arizona who lived in Washington because they knew they would not be punished
• because they knew they would not be punished while they were stealing in Washington to sell it back in Arizona
• The primary reason this crime is so widespread is persistent to sell it back in Arizona again.
• Their profession, education, or status never stopped them from harming me either.

Bills: HB1591 , HB2209 , HB2403 , HB2526

Committee: House Community Safety

Keywords: domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, survivor protections, legal remedies, defendants, theft, robbery, sentencing enhancements, criminal justice, property crimes, failure to register, registration requirements, public safety, law enforcement, prostitution, public health, criminal justice reform, community safety

Bills: SSB3028 , SSB3027 , SSB3031 , SSB3032 , SSB3036 , SSB3037 , SSB3046 , SF563

Committee: Joint State Government

Keywords: Department of Management, technology reinvestment fund, criminal history checks, cybersecurity, data confidentiality, education expenses, qualified education, higher education, tuition, apprenticeship programs, Iowa education savings plan, state employee salaries, transparency, government reports, administrative procedures, public access, paid parental leave, state employees, family leave, adoption

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• been changed in 30 years. 38 years prior to that, we had a complete overhaul of how we fund public education
• And we can educate people around tax rates as much as we educate them around appraisals.
• better job, Republicans and Democrats, of funding key infrastructure: transportation, water, energy, education
• Obviously, the state has a constitutional obligation to provide a public education. To our kids.

Bills: SB9 , SB 9

Committee: Senate Local Government

Keywords: property tax, ad valorem tax, voter-approval tax rate, no-new-revenue tax rate, tax rate calculation, Tax Code, local government finance, municipality, county, special taxing unit, sales and use tax, property tax cap, tax rollback, tax levy, maintenance and operations, debt rate, disaster relief rate, Texas Legislature, local taxing unit, school assessment

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• I'm with Education Minnesota.
• Mankato and College of Education.
• now in the College of Education.
• now in the College of Education.
• now in the College of Education.

Bills: HF1538 , HF1965 , HF2251 , HF2838

Committee: House Workforce, Labor, and Economic Development Finance and Policy

Keywords: teacher apprenticeship, registered apprenticeship, teacher licensure, teacher shortage, workforce development, education finance, K-12 education, higher education, Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board, PELSB, Tier 3 license, teacher preparation, mentor teacher, school district, cooperative unit, teacher pipeline, alternative licensure, apprenticeship program, labor and industry, union representation

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• That's why together with CTE caucus co-chair, education caucus, I'm proud to be an education caucus,
• Skills-based education and CTE programs.
• c><00:14:22.880><c> the</c><00:14:23.040><c> City</c> higher education degree at the City higher education
• </c><00:15:53.759><c> reform,</c> affordable housing, education reform, affordable housing, education
• . education. education.

Bills: HR713 , HB5143 , HB5125 , HR722 , HB3481

Keywords: censure, Ilhan Omar, Committee removal, ethical conduct, freedom of speech, political discourse, law enforcement, vehicular pursuits, public safety, District of Columbia, policing standards, judicial reforms, nominations, executive power, termination of commission, appropriations, fiscal year 2026, government resolution, continuing funding, legislative process

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• I mean, the sun shines in Arizona, but it shines in California, too. We can build solar here.
• on reliable, affordable power for facilities that keep our state online, supporting telehealth, education
• , finance, manufacturing, government services, Telehealth, education, finance, manufacturing, government
• these workers are subject to abuses because they're lower-wage workers and have lower levels of education
• One of the things that we're working on, we continue... ...of education.

Summary: The committee heard several bills focused on workplace technology, labor protections, and data center oversight. SB 947, the No Robo Bosses Act of 2026, would require human review before automated systems are used in discipline, termination, or deactivation decisions and would ban predictive behavior analysis in the workplace. Labor groups, worker advocates, and privacy organizations supported the bill, arguing AI can be biased and should not make life-changing employment decisions without human judgment. Business groups opposed it, saying it was broader than prior versions, could interfere with workplace safety tools, and should not include a private right of action or cover independent contractors. After discussion about due process and accountability, the bill passed the committee 3-1 and was sent to the Senate Committee on Privacy, Digital Technologies, and Consumer Protection. SB 978, the Data Center Community Accountability Act, would require data centers to pay upfront for new transmission or distribution infrastructure, create a separate rate structure so costs are not shifted to other ratepayers, and include skilled-and-trained labor standards for construction. Supporters said the bill would protect ratepayers, create good construction jobs, and encourage zero-carbon energy development. Opponents, including the Data Center Coalition and Silicon Valley Leadership Group, argued the CPUC already has ongoing proceedings on these issues and warned the bill could single out one industry and discourage investment. The committee members emphasized labor standards and community concerns, and the bill passed 3-0 to the Senate Committee on Appropriations. SB 951, the California Worker Technological Displacement Act, would expand WARN-style notice requirements for layoffs caused by AI or automation, require reporting to workers, local government, and EDD, and give displaced workers first consideration for other openings. Supporters said the bill responds to rapid AI-driven layoffs and would provide needed transparency and data. Opponents said the definitions were too broad, the notice requirements too burdensome, and the bill conflicted with existing WARN law; they also objected to the private right of action and inclusion of independent contractors. The committee discussed amendments clarifying that an employee may still be discharged for reasonable and substantiated cause during the notice period. The bill passed 3-1 to the Senate Committee on Privacy, Digital Technologies, and Consumer Protection. The committee also approved SB 1032, which would create a licensing and regulatory framework for temporary staffing agencies, and SB 1046, which would direct Cal/OSHA to develop standards to protect lifeguards and park rangers from transboundary pollution in the Tijuana River Valley. SB 1032 drew support from labor and enforcement advocates who said it would help stop staffing fraud, while staffing firms argued the bill was vague and could burden legitimate small businesses; it passed 3-1 to the Senate Committee on Judiciary. SB 1046 was supported by park workers and community groups describing health impacts from pollution and passed 4-0 to the Senate Committee on Appropriations. The committee also took up a consent item, which passed 4-0, and then adjourned.

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• facilitate faster movement across the border and, you know, sort of launching a larger sort of educational
• I wonder if you had any classes or faculty members along your education.
• Any classes or faculty members along your educational journey that helped you prepare for the wonderful
• We sell from Alaska to Arizona.
• You will simply be implementing an education and enforcement program to increase the number of people

Bills: SB5839 , SB5824 , SB5864 , SB6032

Committee: Senate Transportation

Keywords: county authority, transportation, ferry district, infrastructure, government powers, fifth-wheel, travel trailers, vehicle regulation, state law, motor vehicle, insurance verification, automobile regulation, state compliance, traffic safety, highway safety, load limits

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• to help facilitate faster movement across the border and, you know, sort of launching a larger educational
• I wonder if you had any classes or faculty members along your educational journey that helped you prepare
• Any classes or faculty members along your educational journey that helped you prepare for the wonderful
• We sell from Alaska to Arizona.
• You will simply be implementing an education and enforcement program to increase the number of people

Summary: The committee began with a work session on transportation planning for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Western Washington. April Putney of the Seattle FIFA World Cup 26 Local Organizing Committee described the event as a statewide, 39-day tournament with six Seattle group-stage matches, additional possible matches, fan zones across the state, and major transportation impacts centered in the Seattle area, including street closures, increased I-5 traffic, and heavy use of transit, shuttles, ferries, and active transportation. She said the goal is safe, seamless mobility with 80% of stadium attendees arriving by non-personal vehicle, and noted coordination with federal agencies on border crossings and security. WSDOT’s Travis Phelps outlined roughly $25.65 million in World Cup-related funding for tunnel maintenance, traffic operations, signage and digital messaging, public transit support, ferries, and related staffing and training, emphasizing use of existing staff, overtime, and current fleets rather than new hires or vehicles. Senators asked about border staffing and ferry capacity, and WSDOT said it would follow up on ferry staffing concerns. The committee then held public hearings on several bills. SB 5839 would remove the “passenger only” limitation for county ferry districts, allowing them to support vehicle ferries; supporters from Whatcom County and the Association of Counties said the change would help aging ferry systems, improve funding flexibility, and support essential island access, while some testimony was opposed. SB 6032 would amend the secure-your-load law to allow vehicles with mud, rocks, or debris on them to be covered instead of cleaned before being towed on paved highways; the sponsor and industry witnesses said it would save time and water for construction equipment operators, and the hearing closed with strong support and little opposition. SB 5824 would clarify how fifth-wheel travel trailers are measured, allowing up to 46 feet measured from the kingpin to the rear of the trailer; RV industry, dealer, and business groups supported it as a safety-neutral clarification that would align Washington with other states and improve competitiveness, and the hearing closed with overwhelming support. Finally, SB 5864 would create an online motor vehicle insurance verification system at the Department of Licensing, require insurers to provide policy data, and use the system at registration renewal beginning in 2029 after a pilot period. The sponsor and supporters from insurers and law enforcement said the bill would reduce uninsured driving, improve roadside verification, and lower costs shifted to insured drivers, while county auditors and vehicle subagents supported the policy but warned that implementation must be technically reliable and adequately funded so renewals are not slowed. The public hearing closed with substantial support and some operational concerns raised, and the committee adjourned after the final hearing.

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• will have a voice on this but There are a variety of statutes, not just creating the Department of Education
• clearly are going to be invoked as part of the process of reducing the footprint of the Department of Education
• . and finding ways to return authority and responsibility of education programs to states.
• Our fastest-growing economies in Arizona in terms of also just high wages, so we're very concerned obviously
• President's stated goal, he was very happy when TSMC You said they're going to add three more FABs in Arizona

Committee: Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee

Keywords: nominations, Scott Cooper, Eric Ulan, federal workforce, Office of Personnel Management, Office of Management and Budget, accountability, collective bargaining

Summary: The committee convened to discuss the nominations of Scott Cooper for Director of the Office of Personnel Management and Eric Ulan for Deputy Director at the Office of Management and Budget. This meeting highlighted the critical roles both positions play in managing the federal workforce, which comprises over two million civilian employees. Concerns were raised regarding the current administration's approach to federal employment, citing issues like mass firings and the undermining of collective bargaining rights. Members expressed the need for better accountability and transparency within the federal system, emphasizing the importance of attracting talented public servants.

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• I think in our discussions, we feel like that additional energy education, and particularly in the area
• So we backed off of that, and we re-inserted the education component. That's correct. Okay.
• And behind the education component, I sort of vaguely remember many decades ago when that was proposed
• And behind the education component, I sort of vaguely remember many decades ago when that was proposed
• So Arizona, California, everyone else is getting the benefit of our taxpayer dollars.

Committee: House House Energy, Environment & Natural Resources

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• Let's educate for<00:04:44.080><c> that</c><00:04:44.479><c> automatic.
• </c> the education trust fund. the education trust fund.
• </c><00:16:39.440><c> program</c> completion of the EMS education program completion of the EMS education
• , some further education for our volunteer firefighters up there.
• It's passed out of the education years.

Bills: HB125 , HB116 , HB183 , HB342 , HB341 , SB280 , SB245 , SB159 , HB125 , HB116 , HB183 , HB342 , HB341 , SB280 , SB245 , SB159

Committee: Senate Finance and Taxation Education

Keywords: HB125, sunset law, Alabama Sunset Committee, Alabama State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners, veterinary medical examiners, veterinary board, veterinary licensing, veterinary regulation, professional licensing board, state board continuation, sunset review, regulatory board, animal health, veterinarians, disciplinary authority, HB116, Alabama Sunset Law, sunset bill, Alabama Professional Bail Bonding Board, bail bonding

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• And uh I am thoroughly convinced most education happens outside of a classroom as opposed to inside of
• And uh I am thoroughly convinced<00:06:50.319><c> most</c><00:06:50.639><c> education</c><00:06:51.120
• ><c> happens</c><00:06:51.520><c> outside</c> convinced most education happens outside convinced most
• education happens outside of<00:06:52.000><c> a</c><00:06:52.160><c> classroom</c><00:06:52.479><c>

Bills: HB272 , HB272

Committee: House Constitution, Campaigns and Elections

Keywords: HB272, LASEA, AMSTEP, Alabama Commission on Higher Education, State Department of Education, teacher loan repayment, student loan forgiveness, educator shortage, teacher shortage, acute educator shortage, acute shortage location, public K-12 schools, school systems, math teachers, science teachers, computer science teachers, charter schools, failing schools, underperforming schools, teacher recruitment

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• teaching the professional educators of Alabama.
• Um,... ...educators of the state of Alabama.
• Um, but our mission in Hudson Alpha education is twofold.
• Um, and I'm happy to answer education.
• It's reaching independence through supported education.

Bills: HB447 , HB447

Committee: House Ways and Means Education

Keywords: HB447, school buses, student transportation, public schools, local boards of education, dual enrollment, career technical education, CTE, community college, trade school, technical college, offsite educational venues, student access, transportation policy, school bus law, Alabama education law, Montgomery County, probate court, judge of probate, will registration

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• OB providers have 12-plus years of experience and education and training and certification, and I don't
• We've seen dangerous cases like these brought in Texas and Arizona.
• In Arizona, an abusive partner accompanied his wife to her abortion appointment, and then two years later
• In Arizona, an abusive partner accompanied his wife to her abortion appointment, and then two years later

Committee: Senate Judiciary

Summary: The Judiciary Committee took up two bills. SB 98, by Senator Harrell, would let self-storage facilities advertise lien sales either in a newspaper or on a qualifying website, while keeping other notice requirements in place and updating contact information provisions. Supporters, including the Florida Press Association and several newspaper/storage owners, argued print and digital newspaper notices already provide broad public notice and that the bill could reduce notice effectiveness; the sponsor said the bill is an optional modernization and does not affect government notices. After debate, the committee voted 8-1 to report SB 98 favorably. The committee then heard SB 164, by Senator Grall, which expands Florida’s Wrongful Death Act to allow parents to recover civil damages for the death of an unborn child at any stage of development, with carve-outs for the mother and lawful medical care. The sponsor said the bill aligns civil law with Florida’s criminal protections for unborn children and gives families a remedy where current law may not. Opponents, including the ACLU of Florida, health care workers, and others, warned it could invite lawsuits against doctors, hospitals, friends, family members, and people involved in abortion access, and could worsen OB-GYN shortages and deter care. Supporters said it recognizes unborn life and should be treated consistently with existing wrongful death law. The committee approved SB 164 on a 4-3 vote and then adjourned.

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• A member said this is such an educational committee and that they always learn so much.
• caucus in support comments education caucus in support comments from<00:37:49.359><c> call</c><00:37
• </c><00:50:36.880><c> on</c> ...to regulate tobacco sales as a health education educator on the harmful
• their council members about the educated their council members about the things<00:52:39.760><c> that
• over 900 folks in Arizona.

Committee: House Judiciary & Hawaiian Affairs

Summary: The committee heard testimony on several bills. HB 655 would limit collection of unpaid motor vehicle taxes, fees, and penalties to the most recent five consecutive years of delinquency. The Department of Transportation opposed the bill, saying it could significantly affect state and county revenues and that the fiscal impact was hard to estimate. The Tax Foundation noted the bill would shorten the existing collection period, while an individual testifier supported it as a narrow measure that would help owners of old or inherited vehicles. In questioning, the department said it could not quantify the cost but suggested it would prefer case-by-case flexibility rather than a fixed five-year limit. HB 697 would authorize Department of Transportation and Department of Law Enforcement personnel to inspect and certify evidence from automated speed enforcement systems and would appropriate funds for the program. The Department of Transportation supported the measure, citing the workload created by the red-light camera pilot and the need to assist police and prosecutors. The Department of the Attorney General supported the concept but recommended technical amendments so the verification language would apply consistently across the chapter and allow the appropriate reviewing entity to act. The committee also heard support from the AAHU Metropolitan Planning Organization and opposition from three individuals. HB 711 would require defendants convicted of causing the death of a parent or legal guardian of a minor child while driving under the influence to provide financial support to the surviving child. The Office of the Public Defender opposed the bill, arguing that criminal restitution must be tied to verified losses and that this type of long-term support is better handled in civil court, where trusts, conservatorships, and insurance claims can be addressed. The Department of Transportation supported the bill as a deterrent to impaired driving, and police, prosecutors, and an injury prevention group also submitted support. Members questioned whether the measure was better suited to civil litigation, and the public defender agreed that the civil system was the proper venue. HB 108 would allow direct shipment of beer and distilled spirits by certain licensees and require county liquor commissions to adopt rules. The Attorney General raised constitutional concerns, saying the bill’s different treatment of out-of-state manufacturers could violate the dormant Commerce Clause and recommended revisions. Brewers and distillers testified in support, saying the bill would put beer and spirits on a similar footing with wine direct shipment, help small producers reach consumers, and support the local economy without increasing underage access. They also said the bill should be amended to address grandfathering language. No final votes or committee actions were taken in the portion of the hearing provided.

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• So the Transforming Minnesota Main Street Act will not only build more homes, it will change education
• So the Transforming Minnesota Main Street Act will not only build more homes, it will change education
• So the Transforming Minnesota Main Street Act will not only build more homes, it will change education
• So the Transforming Minnesota Main Street Act will not only build more homes, it will change education
• So the Transforming Minnesota Main Street Act will not only build more homes, it will change education

Committee: House Housing Finance and Policy

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• So you see generally to education.
• Chairman. education funds that are basically education funds that are basically seeing<00:41:12.240><
• </c><01:15:50.719><c> Now,</c> roughly a 40% cut to education. Now, roughly a 40% cut to education.
• We don't know if they were down there for 3 months or 6 months. home in Arizona, home in Arizona, but
• </c> but I don't claim residency in Arizona. but I don't claim residency in Arizona.

Bills: SF0061 , SF0098 , SF0110

Committee: Senate Revenue