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• >> Or legal guardian, and I think I see that on line two. >> Yeah. >> Line four and then line six is
• two, line four, and line six?
• that on line two. that on line two. >> Yeah. >> Yeah. >> Yeah.
• <01:43:51.360> two only saw it on lines two only saw it on lines two >> and >>
• <01:44:40.400> two,<01:44:41.760> line teachers, parents on line two, line teachers

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• the sewer line.
• That water line was extended, and the cost of extending that water line remains significant.
• or a... cable line, whatever it is, is extended to one or two households.
• But the cost of extending that line... the line is largely a fixed cost.
• I would think the two are.

Bills: HB26, HB73, SB 14, HB46

Keywords: HB26, law enforcement contracts, sheriff, constable, county commissioners court, commissioners court, private security, special law enforcement district, property owners association, POA, municipal utility district, school district, junior college district, local government, contract policing, supplemental police services, large counties, population over 3.3 million, Texas Local Government Code, Harris County

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• But you, even though you put your line on the, your name on the line to serve your country, Senator,
• The next line down, line eight, is its eligible security alarm systems.
• Madam President, Senator, on line 7, I’m sorry, page 7, line 21B, talks about the dealer...
• Line 14, page 8.
• Line 12.

Keywords: 996, all

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• I think lines 424.
• I think lines 424.
• Roya, two minutes.
• No, I think the narrowing language is line 16 to line 19.
• Two quick points.

Bills: S0500, S0536, S0762, S1582, S1632, S1634, S1742, S1750, S1792

Keywords: security detail, protective detail, candidate protection, election security, statewide office, governor, lieutenant governor, cabinet officer, nominee, officer-elect, FDLE, Florida Department of Law Enforcement, primary election, general election, canvassing commission, political party, minor party, campaign safety, election protection, public safety

Summary: The committee first considered SB 536, which updates Florida’s criminal gang statutes to reflect modern recruitment and communication methods, including social media and encrypted messaging. Senator Martin and supporters said the bill does not criminalize gang membership, but helps law enforcement and prosecutors establish gang-related connections for warrants and sentencing enhancements. Senator Smith raised concerns about the lowered threshold for being observed with gang members and possible unintended impacts on business owners and others; Martin said the language was not intended to cover ordinary business interactions and that a gang tattoo must be one used by the gang. After an amendment aligning the Senate bill with the House version was adopted, the committee reported CS/SB 536 favorably. The committee also favorably reported CS/SB 762, which allows chief judges to assign capital conflict cases across regional counsel offices, with an amendment requiring judges to consider judicial economy and geographic proximity. Testimony from regional counsel emphasized projected long-term savings, estimated at about $150 million over 10 years. The committee then approved CS/SB 1742, creating a new indecent exposure offense involving sexual conduct directed at minors, and CS/SB 1750, which increases penalties for serious sex crimes and child sexual abuse material offenses; both bills were amended before passage, with law enforcement groups appearing in support. The committee next took up SB 1582, which creates statewide data sharing for secondhand dealer and pawnbroker transactions without creating a new state-run database, while preserving confidentiality protections and law enforcement access. An amendment was adopted, and pawnbroker and recycling stakeholders testified in support. The linked public records bill, SB 1792, creating an exemption for those transaction records while allowing certain information to be released to alleged owners, was also reported favorably. The committee then approved CS/SB 500, which provides FDLE protective security details to major party nominees for governor, lieutenant governor, and cabinet offices after primary certification and until the general election is resolved; a technical amendment was adopted, and the bill was described as mirroring federal candidate protection practices. The longest and most contentious discussion was on CS/SB 1632, which would bar Florida courts from enforcing foreign or religious law in a way that overrides the U.S. or Florida constitutions and would create a process for designating foreign or domestic terrorist organizations, with related consequences for schools, funding, and student conduct. Senator Grall said the bill is intended to protect constitutional principles and target violent, criminal conduct rather than protected speech or religious practice, and she explained that designations would follow a public process with judicial review. Senators Smith and Polsky pressed repeatedly on First Amendment, due process, vagueness, and academic-speech concerns, asking how “promotion” would be defined and whether students, attorneys, or advocacy groups could be swept in; Grall said she was open to clarifying language but maintained the bill is aimed at furthering illegal acts, not mere opinion. Numerous speakers opposed the bill, warning it could be used to target Muslim students, religious communities, advocacy groups, and political dissent, while a few supporters argued it was needed for public safety. The transcript ends during public testimony on SB 1632, with no final committee vote shown in the excerpt.

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• These aren't just line items in a budget.
• line of sight, saving time, money, and enhancing safety.
• GATRA got us so we can go across state lines with regional transit from two states, from District 5,
• And one more, not quite related question, but I want to say two things, two more thank-yous.
• Has your Red Line commute improved?

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The Joint Committee on Transportation held an informational hearing with invited testimony from MassDOT leadership, the MBTA, Massport, and the state’s Federal Funds and Infrastructure Office. MassDOT officials outlined work across highways, rail and transit, the Registry of Motor Vehicles, and aeronautics, emphasizing major capital spending, bridge and roadway programs, transit grants, rail expansion, airport safety, and modernization efforts. They highlighted Chapter 90 and municipal grant programs, the Compass Rail and West-East Rail efforts, RMV upgrades such as electronic titles and driver licensing systems, and aeronautics work on airport pavement, drones, and advanced air mobility. Committee members focused on safety, service access, and project implementation. Questions to MassDOT covered automated enforcement and rising roadway fatalities, the Allston multimodal project’s federal funding, Complete Streets access for rural communities, and South Coast Rail staffing and future electrification. The RMV was asked about the Work and Family Mobility Act, Real ID demand, and appointment access, especially in Metro West. Members also raised concerns about South Coast Rail operations, Keolis staffing, and whether the Stoughton route remains part of future plans; MassDOT and MBTA officials said they are working on staffing, service reliability, and long-term expansion, while noting that nothing is off the table for future rail improvements. MBTA General Manager Phil Eng reported progress including workforce growth, elimination of subway speed restrictions, expanded reduced-fare access, bus network redesign, South Coast Rail launch, and commuter rail signal upgrades. He said the agency is pursuing a new commuter rail operating contract designed to support future regional rail, electrification, and higher-frequency service, while maintaining service and workforce stability amid funding uncertainty. Members also asked about fare collection data privacy and the impact of state funding levels; Eng said the MBTA needs the governor’s proposed funding to preserve service and staffing, and that the fare system’s data are encrypted and handled through a secure vendor system. Massport CEO Rich Davey reported record activity at Logan, Worcester, and the cruise and maritime facilities, along with major capital and climate investments such as sustainable aviation fuel planning, shore power at Flynn Cruiseport, renewable diesel, and expanded ground transportation. He said Massport is planning for continued passenger growth and managing congestion through parking, HOV, and curbside changes, while monitoring federal policy, tariffs, and air traffic control staffing issues. Federal Funds Director Quentin Palfrey described the administration’s efforts to secure federal infrastructure dollars, citing about $9 billion in federal awards since the start of the administration, including major transportation grants for the Cape Cod Bridges, Allston, West-East Rail, North Station drawbridge replacement, roadway safety, and clean school buses. He warned that changing federal policies, grant delays, and possible future congressional actions create uncertainty, but said the office is working case-by-case with municipalities and agencies to protect awarded funds and find alternative financing where needed.

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• It is a commission of two Democrats from the House, two Democrats from the Senate, two Republicans from
• c> the very first line uh line 1.6 it the very first line uh line 1.6 it clearly<00:15:11.440> states
• I'm pulling up the lines here.
• I'm pulling up the lines here.
• I'm pulling up the lines here.

Keywords: 919, house, all

Summary: The committee took up Senate File 856, a bill to create a statewide Office of Inspector General to combat fraud. Representative Norris presented a delete-everything amendment that would keep most of the Senate bill but add more emphasis on fraud prevention, fully fund the office, avoid duplicating work already done by the BCA’s financial crimes division, and preserve subject-matter expertise by keeping some existing inspectors general in their agencies. He said the amendment would retain strong investigative powers, including subpoenas, while using the BCA for arrests, and he acknowledged his original version was likely too broad, so he planned to offer smaller amendments if needed. Chair Nash and other members challenged the DE on both process and substance. Nash said the amendment had not been shared with key stakeholders, noted that the Senate author had publicly distanced herself from it, and pointed to a governor’s office document saying the administration wanted a different approach than the Senate bill. He argued the Senate bill was a bipartisan, bicameral product and said the committee should be careful about accuracy and process. Representative Davis questioned Norris about the claim that the Senate bill was underfunded and about the governor’s role in selecting the inspector general, arguing that the governor should not have broad control over the office. Norris responded that the Senate bill’s fiscal note estimated roughly $12 million for the biennium, but the bill appropriated less than that amount, and he said the Constitution requires the governor to appoint the inspector general if the office is in the executive branch. He said the DE tried to preserve independence through a bipartisan advisory commission, Senate confirmation, a five-year term, restrictions on partisan activity, and removal only for cause with a public hearing. After debate from several members, the committee held a roll call and the DE failed on a 7-7 tie, so it was not adopted.

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• "So, as far as the conflicts on page two, uh, lines 20 through 23, and then on lines 27 through 30 is
• So that would be lines 20 to 23, and then 27 to 30 is just to say let's go with the two years from date
• "So, as far as the conflicts on page two, uh, lines 20 through 23, and then on lines 27 through 30 is
• So that would be lines 20 to 23, and then 27 to 30 is just to say let's go with the two years from date
• So, as far as the conflicts on page two, uh, lines 20 through 23, and then on lines 27 through 30 is

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• Uh, we are striking on page two, lines 50 through 53 through 58.
• ,<00:39:24.320> lines<00:39:24.680> 50 are striking on page two, lines 50 are striking
• on page two, lines 50 through<00:39:25.720> 53<00:39:26.720> through<00:39:27.000>
• The next part of the amendment is replace line 30 on page two with the following: The benefit to the
• c><01:15:07.160> with<01:15:07.320> the replace line 30 on page two with the replace line

Keywords: 1136, house, all

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• Those power lines.
• Virginia is number two. Am I right on that? >> I don't know who's number two.
• And so what is being built on the east side of these lines, these 70, 65 kV lines that we're going to
• Erkut is on a congruent timeline with the batch process, working on two separate papers on those two
• And then on the 765 kV lines, somebody's got a 30,000-acre great ranch, and the lines are planned to

Summary: The Senate Committee on Business and Commerce convened to discuss critical infrastructure and supply chain integrity, particularly focusing on Texas's power grid and associated vulnerabilities. The meeting highlighted Texas's recent ranking as 10th in electricity affordability, emphasizing the state's commitment to maintaining a reliable and resilient electric grid. New committee members introduced themselves, and the agenda included testimony from ERCOT and the Public Utility Commission regarding the implementation of the Lone Star Infrastructure Protection Act, which aims to mitigate risks posed by foreign entities to the power grid. Chad Sealy from ERCOT presented updates on the attestation process for market participants, revealing that over 1,500 entities had submitted attestations regarding their corporate structures and affiliations with designated foreign countries. Concerns were raised about the adequacy of the current vetting process, particularly regarding indirect relationships with foreign adversaries. Testimonies from the PUC and the Attorney General's office underscored the challenges of enforcing compliance and the need for improved legislative measures to enhance oversight and security. The committee also heard from experts, including Dr. Emma Stewart from Idaho National Laboratory, who discussed the evolving threats to the grid from foreign adversaries and the importance of securing communication systems. Recommendations included prioritizing inspections of critical components and enhancing collaboration with national laboratories to address vulnerabilities. The discussion concluded with an acknowledgment of the balance needed between ensuring grid security and maintaining affordability for consumers.

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• the line of duty.
• She'll be and two beloved cats.
• ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.
• <03:15:40.000> This line of duty just this year. This line of duty just this year.
• <03:55:40.080> One two were Republican appointees. One two were Republican appointees.

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Thursday, May 15, 2025, 1012, house, all

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• safe line?
• safe line?
• safe line?
• safe line?
• Thank you, Senator Bolton. line and this is that safe line the word line and this is that safe line the

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• about was it two weeks ago it was about about was it two weeks ago it was about about was it two weeks
• or three about two weeks ago about two or three about two weeks ago about two or three about two weeks
• floors two floors two floors off."
• This is line line line 1067. Oh, we 1067. Oh, we 1067. Oh, we Okay. Okay. 1058 all the way to 1067.
• the as you are well aware, Mobile is the only class two only class two only class two municipality.

Bills: HB 10, HB 12, HB 147, HB 1522, HB 422, HB 675, HB 204, HB 748, HB 912

Keywords: regulatory reform, government efficiency, administrative law, rulemaking, agency deference, judicial review, de novo review, Texas Government Code, Administrative Procedure Act, state agencies, plain language, regulatory burden, regulatory reduction, cost-benefit analysis, fiscal note, public benefits and costs, contested case, rule challenge, Texas Regulatory Efficiency Office, advisory panel

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• Let's talk about—you have two sections here, one with two people and one with three.
• > one about you have two two sections here one about you have two two sections here one with<00:36
• So when what's the difference between what you put in the expenses line and in the other uses line?
• /c> Administration uh line 43 line 43 Debt Administration uh line 43 line 43 Debt Service<03:32:39.520
• systems analyst two two okay so that's systems analyst two two okay so that's so<03:36:54.560>

Keywords: 928, house, all

Summary: The meeting began with testimony from Charlotte Harding of the Conservation Land Stewardship Program, who explained that the office protects the state’s interests in conservation lands by monitoring conservation easements and related stewardship obligations. She described the program’s funding sources: a land conservation endowment held at the State Treasury and administered by the Council on Resources and Development, plus transfers from Fish and Game for easements not covered by the endowment. Members discussed how the endowment is funded when new easements are created, the program’s staffing, the loss of a state vehicle, and the need to increase in-state travel so staff can use personal vehicles for field monitoring. Harding said the office has two full-time positions and a seasonal employee, that the work is mostly monitoring rather than hands-on land management, and that enforcement issues are referred to the grantee agencies or, if needed, to the Council on Resources and Development. She also noted that the office works directly with landowners to resolve smaller issues and that stewardship has become a greater focus in the conservation community because ongoing oversight requires funding. Members asked about examples of properties under the program, including LCIP lands such as Musquash Headwaters, Hidden Valley Boy Scout Camp, and Nash Stream, and the committee did not take a motion before moving on. The committee then heard from Paul Breen and Susie Anzelone of the Pease Development Authority regarding the Division of Ports and Harbors operating budget. They explained that the authority provides finance, legal, environmental, and engineering support to the division, which operates New Hampshire’s only deep-water berth at Market Street, as well as facilities in Hampton, Rye, the Portsmouth Fish Pier, and navigational waters in the Piscataqua and Great Bay. They described the authority’s history after the closure of Pease Air Force Base, the transfer of roughly 2,400 acres, and the creation of a self-sustaining enterprise fund tied to airport and port operations. They emphasized that the division does not draw on the general fund because revenues from wharfage, dockage, parking, registration, and mooring fees cover operating costs, with any surplus retained for capital improvements and replacement. Members questioned several budget lines, including a sharp increase in overtime and workers’ compensation. Breen said overtime is driven largely by security needs at the deep-water port and fluctuates with vessel traffic, such as salt shipments, while workers’ comp is a DAS-set cost and not something the division controls. He said the budget is conservative and that if revenues fall short, capital projects would be the first items scaled back. The discussion also covered fee-setting, with Breen saying rates are reviewed against the local market and infrastructure constraints, and that some smaller facility fees had recently been increased after being stagnant for years.

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• It's been two or three, anyways, since passed in the Senate, has not quite made it over the finish line
• 28 line 22 excuse me line 21 mentions 28 line 22 excuse me line 21 mentions 28 grams<00:44:10.920
• If you look under the line two, section A, there it's describing that if any person commits a violation
• under the line two section A there it's under the line two section A there it's describing<01:07:20.880
• <01:40:19.920> TP<01:40:20.119> two deterrence breaks down to two TP two deterrence

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• <00:04:23.360> 30<00:04:24.160> of Affairs on line 30 of Affairs on line 30 of 40.897
• <00:04:52.240> 30 spreadsheet, you'll see on um lines 30 spreadsheet, you'll see on um lines
• swinging two years from now. swinging two years from now.
• branch line there that All right. branch line there that All right. separation<00:21:21.679>
• finish line. finish line.

Keywords: 1183, house

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• So then on page two, between line 15 and 16, we're going to insert, you know.
• So then on page two, between line 15 and 16, we're going to insert into letter B: A member of the legislature
• Madam Speaker, gentlemen, two. And Madam Speaker and gentlemen, Madam Speaker, gentlemen, two.
• Strike line. the word "compensation," strike the remainder of the line, strike lines 13 through 16, and
• One, two, three, four, five. Mr. Speaker, gentlemen, which line are you referring to? Mr.

Bills: HB145, HB164, HJR6, HR1, HB20, HB65, HB66, HB80, HB166, HB295, HB306, SB29, SB37, HB99, HB206, HB213, HB270, HJR5, SB104, SB193, HJM2, HJM3, HJM1, HM7, HM17, HM4, HM22, HM23, HM24, HM26, HM2, HM16, HM32, HM13, HM47, HM20, HM51, HM1, HM31, HM35, HM36, HM46, HM53, HM54, HM39, HM11, HM14, HM21, HM34, HM50

Keywords: high-wage jobs, tax credit, job creation, New Mexico, economic development, lobbying, transparency, public records, government oversight, accountability, constitutional amendment, legislative sessions, veto override, New Mexico legislature, session length, House Resolution 1, HR1, House investigatory subcommittee, special committee, legislative investigation

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• So the lines or the language on page three that's struck out specifically states, and it's from line
• That's 13 yeas and two nays, Madam Chair.
• Thirteen yeas, two nays, Madam Chair.
• school bus picks everyone up after that two-mile marker.
• school bus picks everyone up after that two-mile marker.

Summary: The Pre-K through 12 Budget Subcommittee heard and advanced three bills. CS/HB 1267, by Rep. Boussada, would require school districts to allow Schools of Hope to use vacant or surplus facilities or co-locate in schools with capacity, with non-instructional services handled through a pro rata agreement and a performance-based agreement requiring Schools of Hope to meet expectations within five years. Supporters argued it would better use underfilled public schools and help students in the bottom 10% of schools statewide; opponents raised concerns about local control, funding, and the effect on public schools. The bill passed 13-2. The committee also heard CS/HB 1115, by Rep. Valdes, which would require sharing certain discretionary sales surtax revenues with eligible charter schools based on enrollment, create a standardized charter school monitoring tool, and align Schools of Hope sponsoring-entity rules with charter school processes. Supporters said it would improve consistency and accountability; critics questioned fiscal impacts and district flexibility. That bill passed 13-2. The final bill, CS/HB 1213, by Rep. Alvarez, would create a K-12 School Route Optimization Pilot Program using five counties to test AI-assisted analysis of school bus routes and walking conditions, with the goal of improving child safety for students who currently walk long distances. Members discussed hazardous conditions, possible use of safe-school transportation funds, and the bill’s lack of fiscal impact. Public testimony included support from education and parent groups. The bill passed unanimously, 15-0. The meeting then adjourned.

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• Southwest light rail line, Mr. Southwest light rail line, Mr.
• In fact, line 79.8.
• In fact, line 79.8.
• In fact, line 79.8.
• In fact, line 79.8.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• <00:04:33.800> school prevention education in two school prevention education in two school
• <00:53:49.319> of their loved ones two-thirds of their loved ones two-thirds of caregivers
• Ry thank you Mr chair and uh two Ry thank you Mr chair and uh two testifiers<01:07:48.520> touched
• The Senior LinkAge Line is real.
• Act and to get into compliance with the final rule, and two FTE to oversee the Senior LinkAge Line operations

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• I mean, if I'm not mistaken, you have two lines of insurance that costs have actually gone down.
• the homeowner line.
• homeowner line.
• And then it was one to two days—” “One and two days.
• And those were two different rounds of funding, so not just two different companies, okay, but two different

Keywords: 1185, senate, all