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• is informational only, but it is a very big body of work that was started last year when we wrote chapter
• two ago, with the indulgence of Senator Kreun, we delayed yet another year the effective date for chapter
• 308C, uh, to effective date for chapter 308C, uh, to give<00:07:06.160><c> us</c><00:07:06.280><c> some
• </c> heavily on cross-references to chapter heavily on cross-references to chapter 515B, 515B, 515B,
• Our involvement in chapter 308C is directly informed by this work on the ground.

Committee: Senate Judiciary and Public Safety

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• It's called the Tennessee Public Chapter Review, and that's required by statute.
• The Tennessee Public Chapter Review is in statute that requires at least five Tennessee laws per report
• </c> called the Tennessee public chapter called the Tennessee public chapter review<00:20:19.440><c>
• Uh the Tennessee<00:20:30.880><c> chapter</c><00:20:31.520><c> public</c><00:20:31.840><c> chapter</c
• ><00:20:32.159><c> review</c> Tennessee chapter public chapter review Tennessee chapter public chapter

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• shall be deemed to have violated chapter shall be deemed to have violated the<02:53:17.120><c> code<
• We have chapter 193-F public safety and violence prevention.
• We<03:43:51.680><c> have</c> We have We have chapter<03:43:55.120><c> 193F</c><03:43:56.000><c> public
• </c><03:43:56.319><c> safety</c><03:43:56.720><c> and</c><03:43:57.040><c> violence</c> chapter 193F
• public safety and violence chapter 193F public safety and violence prevention.<03:43:58.720><c> There's

Summary: The committee of conference spent most of its time on Senate Bill 96, which deals with educator conduct and when information may be withheld from parents. The main dispute was over the House-amended language on violations and the “compelling state interest” standard. The Senate sponsor objected to extending penalties to third-party medical or mental health contractors and to language suggesting psychological or emotional injury to a child would not constitute a compelling state interest. The House side argued its draft was intended to keep the bill focused on credentialed educators and administrators, to include parents or guardians, and to avoid creating competing standards by relying on existing abuse definitions in statute. The House also added a requirement that any withholding of information be documented and reported to the school board in nonpublic session, and both sides discussed whether educators, administrators, nurses, and guidance counselors would be covered under the statutory definition of educator. The discussion also covered enforcement and penalties. The House draft proposed that an educator found to have willfully violated the law could have a credential suspended for a first offense and would face a minimum one-year suspension for multiple offenses, while the Senate raised concerns that this was too rigid and did not allow enough discretion or address revocation. The House later explained that the department would still have discretion on first offenses and that the one-year rule applied only to multiple offenses. Another point of disagreement was a three-year statute of limitations for investigations, which the House said was meant to prevent “witch hunts,” while the Senate noted New Hampshire’s constitutional prohibition on retroactive laws. After caucusing, the Senate rejected the House amendment, and the House then voted non-concur; the committee of conference adjourned without agreement. The transcript then moved to Senate Bill 87, concerning one-day liquor license requirements and allowing salons and barber shops to obtain on-premise licenses. The members discussed a House amendment that would allow two drinks instead of one, with supporters saying the change reflected the longer time customers may spend in salons and that alcohol service would still be covered by existing training requirements, including the EDGE course. Opponents worried that allowing multiple drinks would create over-serving and enforcement problems and could complicate business practices. After discussion, the Senate member agreed to go along with the House position, and the bill was reported ready for final sign-off.

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• construction and monitoring of the operating nuclear power plants that was the laws of Minnesota 1994 chapter
• construction and monitoring of the operating nuclear power plants that was the laws of Minnesota 1994 chapter
• construction and monitoring of the operating nuclear power plants that was the laws of Minnesota 1994 chapter
• construction and monitoring of the operating nuclear power plants that was the laws of Minnesota 1994 chapter
• construction and monitoring of the operating nuclear power plants that was the laws of Minnesota 1994 chapter

Committee: House Energy Finance and Policy

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• A definition of propagate in the noxious weed chapter.
• Uh, primarily it agricultural chapters.
• A definition of propagate in chapter.
• A definition the noxious weed chapter.
• in the noxious weed chapter.

Bills: HF4080 , HF3693 , HF1857 , HF4350

Committee: House Agriculture Finance and Policy

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• petition, the Chapter 7 trustee becomes the legal owner of everything the debtor owns, right down to
• And the result of that is people are losing their homes or being forced to file Chapter 13s, which in
• files a chapter 7 bankruptcy petition,<00:15:50.480><c> the</c><00:15:50.800><c> chapter</c><00:15:51.199
• ><c> 7</c><00:15:51.519><c> trustee</c><00:15:52.399><c> becomes</c> petition, the chapter 7 trustee
• 13, convert to Chapter 7, and lose their home.

Committee: Senate Ways and Means

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• of the Minnesota Farmers Union chapter of the Minnesota Farmers Union I'm<00:20:00.320><c> also</c><
• </c> will change but that particular chapter will change but that particular chapter is<00:30:48.600>
• </c><00:31:55.639><c> it</c><00:31:55.760><c> says</c> just when you go to the chapter it says just when
• you go to the chapter it says it's<00:31:56.279><c> specific</c><00:31:56.840><c> so</c><00:31:57.320
• </c><00:48:12.800><c> 260c</c> is because it references uh chapter 260c is because it references uh chapter

Committee: Senate Health and Human Services

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• SB 146, relating to updating public land leases issued pursuant to chapter 171, HRS.
• The proposed process would be exempt from HRS chapter 91, which are the administrative procedures.
• Within chapter 91 there already exists the emergency rulemaking process for the purpose of addressing
• procedures administrative procedures Within<00:32:28.799><c> Chapter</c><00:32:29.120><c> 91</c><00:
• </c> it's already embedded in law in chapter it's already embedded in law in chapter 205<01:04:27.480

Summary: The Water and Land Committee heard several measures related to DLNR, coastal management, and public lands. SB 561, which appropriates funds for conservation enforcement equipment for the Oʻahu branch of DOCARE, drew broad support from DLNR and multiple organizations, with the chair noting 18 supporters and no opposition. SB 465 would require DLNR to study the carrying capacity of Kīkiʻola Small Boat Harbor on Kauaʻi and report to the Legislature; DLNR supported the intent but suggested the study be timed with an ongoing $41 million capital improvement project. Senator Kouchi explained the bill was meant to close a permit loophole that has allowed operators to increase passenger capacity without additional approval, while one testifier opposed the measure as unnecessary and late. Supporters included county and community representatives, while some written testimony opposed it. The committee also heard SB 1456, which broadens the definition of beach restoration to include work on eroded beaches and degraded dune systems, including sand management, native vegetation, and removal of abandoned materials. DLNR, the University of Hawaiʻi, and other testifiers supported the measure as an administrative update. SB 1460 would require BLNR lease extensions to use updated forms reflecting current leasing practices; DLNR supported it as an administrative bill. SB 1517 would authorize public land leases for recreational residential use by public lottery limited to county residents. DLNR supported the bill, and Chipper Wiman and others testified that it would help preserve Kauaʻi’s historic recreational cabins and create fairness for local families; the committee also heard concerns about older cabins, market-based auction prices, and the need to keep these leases affordable for residents. The committee then heard SB 1511, which would prohibit vessels longer than 75 feet from entering Honoliʻi Bay, with an exemption for government vessels; DLNR and at least one additional testifier supported it. SB 1019 would allow the Ocean Stewardship Special Fund to be used for beach restoration planning and grants to nonprofits for cleanup, but DLNR said that purpose fit better under the separate Beach Restoration Special Fund, and the Ocean Tourism Coalition opposed the bill on that basis. Finally, SB 1457 would authorize DLNR to issue interim rules on commercial and recreational water sports equipment use for up to two years; DLNR described it as an adaptive-management tool for changing conditions, while multiple water-sports operators and residents opposed it, arguing it would reduce public participation, expand agency power, and target the foiling community. The hearing closed with the chair noting heavy opposition to SB 1457, including 88 written testimonies against it and only a few in support.

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• These are largely covered, but not exclusively, in Chapter 13 of the Minnesota Data Practices Act.
• Chair Robbins: I do not believe so, because currently it's not impacting the Chapter 13 issues.
• Chair Robbins: I do not believe so, because currently it's not impacting the Chapter 13 issues.
• </c><01:26:35.760><c> 13</c> impacting the the chapter 13 impacting the the chapter 13 issues<01:26:38.280
• </c><01:26:39.679><c> 13</c> issues I do think the chapter 13 issues I do think the chapter 13 questions

Committee: House State Government Finance and Policy

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• The private shelters like that, they are technically governed by the other laws in Chapter 17, but we
• When I was in 4-H, I ran for office and was president of our parish chapter.
• And then, of course, throughout my entire time, I've remained a member of my chapter, Central Lafourche
• And an FFA chapter, being an FFA officer, all begins in the foundation of ag ed.
• And an FFA chapter, being an FFA officer, all begins in the foundation of ag ed.

Committee: House Agriculture, Forestry, Aquaculture, and Rural Development

Summary: The committee took up several agriculture-related bills and first heard a series of presentations from Louisiana 4-H and FFA student leaders. The students described how those programs built leadership, public speaking, and career goals, and members from both parties responded with personal stories about their own 4-H/FFA experiences and support for agricultural education and youth development. On House Bill 715, the committee adopted a technical amendment and then reported the bill favorably. The bill requires aerial applicators using public airports or landing fields to carry radios and transponders, with the author and members framing it as a safety measure to prevent near-misses and improve communication during takeoff and landing. On House Bill 663, the committee adopted amendments changing the composition of the Delta Economic Research and Sustainability District board, including removing certain ex officio or agricultural-related members, and then reported the bill favorably; the author said the district has evolved beyond agriculture to include economic development, energy, transportation, and grant work. House Bill 717, dealing with labeling requirements for cell-cultured food products, was amended technically and reported favorably. The author said the bill simply increases and clarifies the font size and visibility of labels so consumers can more easily see that a product is lab-grown or cell-cultured, matching seafood labeling standards. House Bill 834 on animal shelters received 23 amendments, many technical, but also substantive changes preserving local control, allowing parishes and municipalities to designate or contract with shelters, setting a three-day hold period, clarifying transfer of ownership for stray animals, and providing good-faith liability protection; after discussion with the Police Jury Association and others, the committee adopted the amendments and reported the bill favorably. The committee also reported Senate Bill 349 favorably, which recreates the Department of Agriculture and Forestry, and Senate Bill 350 favorably, which makes a technical name change related to the Louisiana soybean association and board membership. After those votes, Commissioner Mike Strain gave a lengthy sunset-review presentation on the department’s structure, duties, boards, and programs, emphasizing its role in agriculture, forestry, food safety, animal health, weights and measures, and related regulatory and promotional functions.

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• I'm the current chapter president for NKBA here in Sacramento, and I'm also on the board for CLCID, which
• And I also foster that as being a chapter president for our local NKBA chapter.
• I'm with IADA representing Northern and Southern California chapters today.
• And I also foster that as being a chapter president for our local NKBA chapter.
• I'm with IADA representing Northern and Southern California chapters today.

Summary: The joint sunset oversight hearing reviewed five California regulatory entities: the Respiratory Care Board, the California Council for Interior Design Certification, the Speech-Language Pathology, Audiology, and Hearing Aid Dispensers Board, the Board of Occupational Therapy, and the Board of Naturopathic Medicine. Each agency described its mission, recent modernization or enforcement work, and requested continuation of its authority. Committee members focused on access to care, workforce impacts, fee structures, transparency, and whether proposed changes would improve public protection without creating unnecessary barriers. For the Respiratory Care Board, the main issues were a possible move from an associate to a bachelor’s degree for entry-level licensure, fee cleanup changes, and ongoing work on the role of LVNs in respiratory tasks. Board representatives said the degree change would better align with national trends and could support future reimbursement and professional advancement, while public commenters and some legislators warned it could worsen shortages, especially in rural and underserved areas. Much of the public testimony centered on families and facilities relying on LVNs for trach and ventilator care in congregate living health facilities, with requests to preserve or expand exemptions. The board also discussed its reserve cap and efforts to modernize licensing and enforcement systems. The interior design item drew the most debate. CCIDC leaders argued the current voluntary certification/title-act model works, that complaints have not shown public harm, and that licensure would disrupt the workforce and create barriers for experienced designers. Committee members questioned the lack of enforcement authority, transparency, and whether the model provides enough accountability or consistent plan acceptance by local jurisdictions. Public testimony was split between supporters who said the current system is flexible and effective, and critics who said the private structure lacks accountability and creates confusion, especially for commercial work and plan check acceptance. The Speech-Language Pathology, Audiology, and Hearing Aid Dispensers Board reported major modernization gains, including online licensure processing, faster application times, new continuing education audits, and updated supervision and advertising rules. Members and stakeholders discussed a proposed audiology assistant license, which the board and the California Academy of Audiology supported as a way to improve access to care and reduce workload pressures. The Occupational Therapy Board described strong enforcement and licensing performance, a new strategic plan, and a request for additional fee authority to address rising costs and reserve concerns; public testimony largely supported the board and a proposed reduction in advanced practice hand therapy training hours. The Naturopathic Medicine Board emphasized consumer protection, unlicensed practice enforcement, and consumer confusion over titles, saying most of its enforcement workload involves unlicensed activity and that stronger title protection and clearer statutory authority are needed.

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• House Bill 2342, amending Title 33, Chapter 16, Article 1, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding Section
• House Bill 2615, amending Title 25, Chapter 4, Article 1, A.R.S., Section 25-419, relating to parenting
• House Bill 2951, amending Title 44, Chapter 9, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding Article 27 relating
• House Bill 4070, amending Title 10, Chapter 25, A.R.S., Section 10-3203.01, amending Section 22...
• Title 10, Chapter 25, A.R.S., adding Section 13-2303.01, amending Section 13-3722, relating to human

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• We have members today from over 25 chapters in Maryland.
• We have members today from over 25 We have members today from over 25 chapters<00:04:35.199><c> uh</c
• </c><00:04:36.800><c> And</c><00:04:37.120><c> today's</c> chapters uh in Maryland.
• And today's chapters uh in Maryland.
• To the wonderful members of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated Maryland chapters, we thank you

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• The bill accomplishes this by amending Chapter 15 of the Water Grants.
• The district's enabling legislation includes the powers of Chapters 49, 50, and 56 of the Water Code.
• In addition to securing the powers of a water improvement district under Chapter 56, the district has
• Lone Star Chapter of the Sierra Club, I am very much in support of Senate Bill 1967.
• Green Building Council, Texas chapter, here to support the bill.

Bills: SB863 , SB1190 , SB1261 , SB1413 , SB1624 , SB1662 , SB1663 , SB1855 , SB1967 , SB2124 , SB2204 , SB1623

Committee: Senate Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs

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• We've submitted testimony with comments that suggests amending other provisions within Chapter 107, HRS
• amending other um that suggests amending other Provisions<00:04:16.880><c> Within</c><00:04:17.320><c> Chapter
• 107</c><00:04:18.560><c> HRS</c><00:04:19.359><c> if</c><00:04:20.280><c> uh</c> Provisions Within Chapter
• 107 HRS if uh Provisions Within Chapter 107 HRS if uh this<00:04:20.560><c> bill</c><00:04:20.840><c
• deduction shall be claimed<00:27:50.200><c> under</c><00:27:50.480><c> this</c><00:27:50.679><c> chapter

Committee: Senate Public Safety and Military Affairs

Summary: The Senate Committee on Public Safety and Military Affairs heard several bills on building codes, taxation, police reports, National Guard benefits, and discriminatory reporting. SB 48 would have required the State Building Code Council to assess financial impacts of code adoption on homes and include utility costs; testimony was mixed, but the bill drew concerns about housing costs and code timing. SB 120 would have changed the State Building Code Council’s responsibilities and code adoption process; the International Code Council and Sierra Club opposed it, while BIA Hawaii and others supported it, arguing current code cycles raise costs and counties need more flexibility. The committee later noted that county building departments had not submitted testimony on SB 48 or SB 120. SB 138 would create a nonrefundable income tax credit for hurricane-resistant safe rooms. The Department of Taxation and the Tax Foundation raised concerns about blank provisions and revenue uncertainty, while Hawaii Emergency Management stood on written comments. The committee recommended passage with amendments, including a clarifying tax language change and an effective date of July 1, 2077. SB 112 would allow immediate family members of deceased persons to receive police closing reports after a set period; the Attorney General and prosecuting attorney supported access in principle but requested explicit redaction authority for minors and confidential personal information. The committee adopted amendments reflecting those concerns and passed the bill. SB 88 would authorize allowances for TRICARE, dental, and vision coverage for Hawaii National Guard personnel ordered to active duty for more than 30 days. It received support from National Guard and Department of Defense representatives and was passed as is. SB 16 would create civil remedies for discriminatory reporting to law enforcement based on protected characteristics and require public guidance from the Department of Law Enforcement and Civil Rights Commission; it received support from the department and several advocates, with one opposition testimony. The committee passed SB 16 with an amended effective date and technical changes. In final action, the committee deferred SB 48 and SB 120, and adopted the chair’s recommendations on the remaining measures before adjourning.

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• State Civil Service law, amends the definition of the convention center facility for the purposes of chapter
• State Civil Service law, amends the definition of the convention center facility for the purposes of chapter
• State Civil Service law, amends the definition of the convention center facility for the purposes of chapter

Committee: House Tourism

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• Section 2, RCW 71.24.590, in 2020 special session chapter 1, section 14, the last line.
• In 2020, special session chapter 1, section 14. The last line.
• Amendment 2206 provides modification to the Public Records Act, Chapter 24.56, and what is subject to
• An act relating to the statute added to chapter 43.376 RCW.
• Constitute a new chapter in Title 4, RCW. There are no amendments.

Bills: HB2720 , HB2073 , HB2487 , SB5816 , SB5919 , SB5995 , SB5831 , SB6134 , SB6136 , SB6137 , HB2689 , SB5922 , SB5944 , SB5957 , SB5988 , SB5994 , SB6011 , SB6065 , SB6103 , SB6151 , SB6244 , SB5420 , SB5868 , SB6044 , SB6132 , SJM8002

Summary: The House received a Senate message that Substitute House Bill 1570 had passed the Senate, then moved several bills from Rules to the second reading calendar, including Substitute Senate Bill 5242 on anaphylaxis medications in schools and Senate Bill 6132 on Inland Port District debt. The chamber then took up several bills, beginning with Senate Bill 5988 on Department of Health accreditation fee authority for opioid treatment programs. Amendment 2336 to cap the fee at $17,000 was debated at length but rejected, and a separate amendment to add safe-injection-site language was ruled out of scope. Senate Bill 5988 then passed 62-34. Substitute Senate Bill 6309 on enhanced municipal permitting tools for high-capacity transit projects drew multiple amendments focused on Sound Transit’s authority. Amendments to require written consent from abutting property owners, to add flood-zone and seismic/critical-area protections, and to address public-records issues were either rejected or ruled beyond scope, though the local government committee amendment was adopted. The bill passed 56-38. The House also passed Substitute Senate Bill 5886 on digital personality rights and Senate Bill 6136 on transparency in workers’ compensation rate-setting, both with strong bipartisan support. Later, the House passed a series of additional bills: Substitute Senate Bill 6034 codifying the Governor’s Office of Indian Affairs; Gross Second Substitute Senate Bill 5395 on prior authorization reform, with remarks emphasizing limits on AI in health care decisions; Substitute Senate Bill 6248 creating the Washington Travel Insurance Act; Substitute Senate Bill 5720 establishing uniform consumer debt default judgment procedures; Senate Bill 5995 on port modernization funding and labor considerations; Senate Bill 6103 affecting rural hospitals; Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill 6110 creating a work group on e-motorcycles; Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill 5156 allowing smaller elevators to support accessible, more affordable housing; Substitute Senate Bill 6269 updating motor fuel definitions to include hydrogen; Substitute Senate Bill 6189 giving Thurston County more time to pursue an aquatics public facilities district; and Senate Bill 6134 requiring unemployment applicants to acknowledge repayment obligations if retroactive union pay is received. Most of these bills passed with large margins, and the House adjourned after completing final passage votes.

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• Preference created in Section 2, Chapter 301, Laws of 2017. Senator Gildon. Thank you, Mr.
• A new section to Chapter 34.12 RCW. Section 1, a new section to Chapter 34.12 RCW. Senator Holy.
• Last line: Definitions in 2013, Chapter 173, Section 2, are each repealed.
• Definitions in 2013, Chapter 173, Section 2, are each repealed. Amendment at the desk.

Summary: The Senate considered and passed a series of tax, economic, judicial, education, and health-related bills, often after adopting technical or clarifying amendments. Major measures included Engrossed Senate Bill 6347, which restores recent estate tax changes while preserving last year’s increase in the exclusion amount and inflation adjustment; Substitute Senate Bill 6289, directing the Department of Commerce to create a statewide economic development and competitiveness strategic plan; and Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill 6162, expanding and simplifying senior citizen property tax relief. Senators supporting these bills emphasized tax administration, economic growth, and relief for seniors, while opponents raised concerns about regressivity, revenue losses, and tax shifts to other taxpayers. The chamber also passed bills extending or clarifying tax preferences and fees, including Senate Bill 6244 (extending a hazardous substance tax exemption for agricultural crop protection products), Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill 6113 (technical corrections to Department of Revenue tax law guidance, after removing a disputed section on advertising tax invalidation), Senate Bill 6114 (defining “fixture” and “affixed” for real estate excise tax purposes), Senate Bill 5970 (making a senior citizen center property tax exemption permanent), Senate Bill 5832 (raising the motor vehicle arbitration fee to support the Lemon Law program), and Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill 6262 (expanding the vehicle weight threshold for transportation benefit district fees). Debate on these measures centered on whether they were modest administrative updates or additional burdens on taxpayers and businesses. Several non-tax bills also advanced. Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill 6086 strengthened security for judicial officers and court personnel, with amendments clarifying terminology and adding industrial appeals judges to the definition of judicial officers. Substitute Senate Bill 5961 transferred early literacy programs, including Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library and Reach Out and Read, from DCYF to OSPI. Senate Bill 5868 added one superior court judge each in Skagit and Yakima counties, and Substitute Senate Bill 5923 reclassified a Skagit County hospital as a critical access hospital to improve reimbursement and help it remain viable. The Senate also passed Substitute Senate Bill 5520, revising the Wrongly Convicted Persons Act to improve compensation procedures, despite debate over whether to include civil detention-related claims. Most bills passed by constitutional majorities, with a few recorded nays and one division vote on an amendment; the Senate then adjourned until the next scheduled session.

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• In the Plant Pest Act, in Title 22, Chapter 20, we have the ability and the duty to control pests that
• that I have, I think my typo is the Board of County Commissioners has not mentioned in Title 22, Chapter
• But again, just to reinforce that the Plant Pest Act in Title 22, Chapter 20, gives us fairly broad authority
• Title 22, Chapter 19.
• Title 22, Chapter 19, again directs the department to not only define invasive species, but then, depending

Committee: Senate Agricultural Affairs

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• I'm the Vice President of Government Affairs for the Texas chapter of the American Society of Landscape
• Pumpage fees under the chapter on permitted wells, such as public water supply systems, commercial, and
• The bill also repealed some other provisions that are inconsistent with Chapter 36 of the Water Code
• and the north do, which are charged much lower rates and charge rates that are more consistent with Chapter
• This is giving them standard Chapter 36 powers like every other district and a standard funding mechanism

Bills: HB5208 , SB863 , SB1243 , SB1624 , SB1965 , SB2660 , SB2702 , SB2885

Committee: House Natural Resources

Keywords: water filtration, public drinking water, health and safety, well maintenance, water quality, Edwards Aquifer, water conservation, reclaimed water, aquifer storage, environmental protection, public utility agency, dissolution, local government, regulatory framework, municipal authority, Texas Water Bank, Texas Water Trust, water rights, water banking, instream flow