Bills: HF1027, HF2226, HF1916, HF1915, HF1567, HF1986

Keywords: mortgage foreclosure, redemption, foreclosure surplus, sheriff's sale, junior lienholder, mortgagor, homeowner protections, loss mitigation, dual tracking, foreclosure redemption period, certificate of redemption, certificate of sale, sheriff, county recorder, registrar of titles, homeownership center, lien priority, real property, foreclosure by advertisement, surplus funds

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• On issues related to gender identity, as I mentioned, or even be a part of a professional association
• Schools adopt that include harassment definitions that include gender identity.
• Conversely, the simple act of respecting a student's identity brings a sense of joy and comfort.
• Items were labeled identical to the packaging of Chips Ahoy Cookies, but called Trips Ahoy.
• Cannabis is the ultimate proof of intelligent design on. the planet.

Bills: SB3, SB810, SB965, SB1073, SB1119, SB1505, SB 3

Keywords: Texas Education Code, public schools, school district, open-enrollment charter school, teacher speech, employee speech, biological sex, pronouns, gender identity, retaliation, discipline, workplace protections, school personnel, education policy, LGBTQ, transgender, charter schools, SB 965, religious speech, prayer

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• I'm wondering, when you talk about proof of identity, what kind of proof are we looking for?
• The legislature decides what is proof of identity.
• what proof of identity is.
• The legislature decides what is proof of identity; this just puts the requirement to have proof of identity
• The proof of identity.

Bills: SB65, SB248, SB330, SB378, SB844, SB1330, SB1410, SB1475, SB1476, SB1565, SB1618, SB1623, SJR39, SJR47, SB2084, SB1655, SB1679, SB2174, SB1775, SB1873, SB1204, SB1884, SB1916, SB1937, SB1447, SB1500, SB2007, SB2074, SB1944, SB2018, SB1984, SB2026, SB2045, SB2049, SB2062, SB2112, SB2118, SB2127, SB2134, SB2135, SB2139, SB2154, SB1195

Keywords: SB65, naloxone, Narcan, opioid overdose, overdose reversal, opioid antagonist, emergency opioid antagonist, substance abuse services, harm reduction, public health, overdose prevention, good samaritan, civil immunity, criminal immunity, controlled substances, addiction treatment, fentanyl, opioid crisis, school overdose response, first aid

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• An automated identity proofing system will dramatically speed up and expand on the manual identity proofing
• > system An automated identity proofing system An automated identity proofing system will<00:18
• <00:18:09.039> proofing the on the manual identity proofing the on the manual identity proofing
• > impact identity proofing system would impact identity proofing system would impact our<00:20:32.080
• <00:51:31.839> proofing get an automated identity proofing get an automated identity proofing

Keywords: 1183, house

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• proof of their<00:23:14.039> identity<00:23:14.600> upon<00:23:14.840> enrollment
• Under New Hampshire law, to obtain a ballot, you need to show proof of identity.
• The reason we show proof of identity is to ensure the person in front of you, their name and photo, matches
• The reason we show proof of identity is to ensure the person in front of you, their name and photo, matches
• proof of identity age they did not have proof of identity age citizenship<01:45:43.520> or<01

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• provided that proof of doicile? provided that proof of doicile?
• It also needs to correspond to the proof of domicile, the proof of citizenship, you know, the proof of
• It also needs to correspond to the proof of domicile, the proof of citizenship, you know, the proof of
• It also needs to correspond to the proof of domicile, the proof of citizenship, you know, the proof of
• It also needs to correspond to the proof of domicile, the proof of citizenship, you know, the proof of

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• the the requirements of uh identity the the requirements of uh identity related<00:27:50.399>
• I have proof of residency.'
• checklist their age citizenship identity checklist their age citizenship identity and<01:15:19.960
• <01:49:41.360> of identification proof of identification proof of citizenship<01:49:43.320
• qualifying or we we will require proof qualifying or we we will require proof of of of that<02:24

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• of identity to vote.
• of identity to vote.
• election integrity by removing the affidavit option, which does not provide corresponding proof of identity
• Thank you. can simply sign an affidavit attesting to who they are with no proof of identity and still
• of identity.

Summary: The committee first heard Senate Bill 319, which would tighten and standardize voter identification rules at polling places. Senator Presley and Secretary of State Nancy Landry said the bill replaces the current “generally recognized” photo ID standard with a specific list of acceptable IDs, removes the affidavit-only option, and allows voters without a photo ID to cast a conditional paper ballot at the registrar of voters office or during early voting if they later provide approved documentation within two days after the election. Supporters argued the bill improves consistency, election integrity, and poll-worker guidance while still preserving access through alternative documents and free state IDs; opponents warned it could create confusion and burden seniors, students, homeless voters, and others without easy access to the required documents. After debate, the committee reported SB 319 favorably by a 7-2 vote. The committee then approved Senate Bill 202, which adds one day of compensated meeting time for parish boards of election supervisors in certain elections, and Senate Bill 25, which revises the compensation schedule for registrars of voters and related staff. SB 25 was amended to remove outdated step references and make conforming technical changes, and supporters said the pay structure has not been updated since 2007 despite increased duties and workload. The committee also adopted and reported favorably Senate Concurrent Resolution 29, creating a legislative study committee on water quality in the Chafalalaya Basin, and House Concurrent Resolution 85, creating a task force on illegal dumping, both with technical amendments. In addition, the committee advanced Senate Concurrent Resolution 63, which asks the legislative auditor to review how fiscal notes are prepared during session, and Senate Concurrent Resolution 33, which creates a work-based learning coordination task force to improve alignment among education, workforce, and employer partners. SCR 33 was amended to change the appointing authority for two members. The committee also approved Senate Concurrent Resolution 5, establishing the Louisiana-Ireland Trade Commission, and House Resolution 196, which creates a study committee on the impact of fallen trees on residential property and insurance issues. Several of these measures were supported by agency representatives or outside groups, and the committee adopted technical amendments where needed before reporting the bills and resolutions favorably.

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• <00:42:14.600> by<00:42:14.760> state identity proofing uh, for use by state identity
• And then three levels of identity And then three levels of identity proofing<00:42:46.640> to
• <00:42:56.400> risk<00:42:56.680> of identity proofing uh, given the risk of identity
• So, paid family medical leave is leveraging the highest level of identity proofing.
• <00:44:45.440> proofing uh, the same level of identity proofing uh, the same level of identity

Bills: HF1338

Keywords: Inspector General, Office of the Inspector General, state oversight, government accountability, fraud, waste, abuse, audit, investigation, subpoena, whistleblower, public integrity, transparency, state agencies, executive branch, public funds, taxpayer funds, law enforcement oversight, public safety programs, advisory council

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• <00:27:11.320> of topic for proof of topic for proof of citizenship<00:27:13.640> uh
• <00:29:04.480> of elections um the defend of proof of elections um the defend of proof of
• <01:00:40.880> of know if they lack of proof of know if they lack of proof of citizenship<
• of identity for registration.
• proof of identity<01:35:20.719> for identity for identity for registration<01:35:23.440> and

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• So unlike proof of work, proof of stake does not require uh expensive or extensive compute power.
• So unlike proof of work, proof of stake does not require uh expensive or extensive compute power.
• So unlike proof called proof of stake.
• So unlike proof of<00:20:26.880> work,<00:20:27.360> proof<00:20:27.600> of<00:20
• <00:47:33.599> and selling all of my digital identity and selling all of my digital identity

Keywords: 912, senate, all

Summary: The Hawaii State Senate Committee on Commerce and Consumer Protection held an informational briefing on digital assets, blockchain, and related regulatory developments. Chair Jarrett Keohoko said the committee was focusing on national and state policy issues around digital assets, while leaving the separate issue of Bitcoin kiosks and fraud to the House Consumer Protection Committee, which had already noticed a similar briefing. No public testimony was taken; the session was for informational updates and member questions. Representatives from the Aptos Foundation, including JC Yun and Michael Cheng, gave a detailed presentation on blockchain basics and Aptos’s technology. They described blockchain as a tamper-resistant digital ledger, explained proof-of-work and proof-of-stake systems, and argued that proof-of-stake networks are faster, cheaper, and more environmentally friendly. They also emphasized smart contracts and potential uses beyond speculation, such as car titles, college transcripts, collectibles, digital IDs, real estate, and other tokenized assets. The presenters highlighted Aptos’s Hawaii connections and said the technology could help local residents and businesses participate in the digital economy. They cited adoption statistics, including billions of transactions on Aptos, tokenized money market funds from major financial firms, micro-lending applications, decentralized cloud infrastructure, and the rapid growth of stablecoins. They acknowledged concerns about scams and consumer protection, but argued that the answer is stronger regulation and education rather than avoiding the technology altogether.

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• This bill focuses on policing identity.
• Respecting someone's name and gender identity is basic human decency.
• People don't ask the government to police pronouns or identities.
• Yet today, Florida law still does not require proof of citizenship to vote.
• It requires documentary proof of citizenship for all voters.

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• <00:08:38.120> sections similar sections or identical sections similar sections or identical
• an address but this is just for identity an address but this is just for identity purposes<00:21
• It could prove both your identity and... so IDs are used to prove identity so for so IDs are used to
• proof proof which<00:37:52.160> isn't<00:37:52.800> required<00:37:53.800> in<00
• <01:18:40.520> so domicile it's ID to show identity so domicile it's ID to show identity so

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• <00:05:37.919> amounts The bills are carrying identical amounts The bills are carrying identical
• These are House and Senate sections that are identical.
• <01:03:15.680> of registration and additional proofs of registration and additional proofs
• <01:03:20.000> of specifies that the additional proofs of specifies that the additional proofs
• <01:08:26.000> to all identical language related to all identical language related to election

Keywords: 1183, house

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• What the HCR said, what we passed, was every voter must show valid government-issued proof of identity
• of identity when voting by mail.
• I would like to add, as it adds a new requirement that voters provide government-issued proof of identity
• adds a new requirement that voters provide government issued proof of identity before casting a mail
• The line itself would then read: 'Require voters to present valid government-issued proof of identity

Keywords: 1182, all

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• So if we’re speaking about a Real ID, then we need one proof of identity.
• We also need two proofs of residency as well.
• But you would also need two proofs of residency. “Variety, more variety for identity.
• They all day long see federal and state documents, proof of residency, proof of identification, all that
• Yes, Madam Chair and Representative Shepansky, some of the proof of identity, proof of residence that

Keywords: 996, all

Summary: The committee first heard House Memorial 54, which would create a stakeholder working group to study utility-service problems in manufactured and mobile home parks and recommend solutions. The sponsor described repeated water and utility outages in large parks, said current law places maintenance responsibility on park owners, and argued that the state needs clearer standards and alternatives to costly attorney general lawsuits. Supporters from PNM and the New Mexico Center on Law and Poverty backed the memorial as a step toward better oversight and protections for residents. The committee asked about existing landlord obligations and whether rent withholding is available; the sponsor said current law does not clearly provide that remedy. HM 54 was reported out with a due pass. The committee then considered House Bill 166, which would create a statewide permitting framework for battery-charged electric fences used by commercial businesses while preserving local zoning authority. The sponsor and an industry witness said businesses face inconsistent local permitting, delays, and added costs, and that the bill would provide uniform standards and security options. Several members raised concerns that the bill appeared to favor a specific product type, could override local code differences, and might not address mixed-use areas, historic districts, or homeowners associations. After debate, the bill passed on a 4-3 vote, with one member explaining support but urging further work with local government experts before floor consideration. House Bill 20, a bipartisan measure, would allow Native American applicants to request a voluntary Native American designation on state driver’s licenses and ID cards, without naming a specific tribe, and with documentation requirements tied to tribal cards, certificates of Indian blood, or affidavits of birth. Supporters said it would recognize tribal political status, help with law enforcement and Turquoise Alert verification, and assist with education, health, and child welfare matters; tribal representatives and State Police testified in favor. Several members expressed concern about racial profiling, privacy, and possible unintended consequences of marking IDs, while others noted the designation is optional and tied to political status rather than race. Members also flagged drafting language that appeared to require multiple documents, and the sponsor agreed to clarify it. The bill ultimately passed, with some members explaining their votes and asking for continued discussion with tribes. The committee also approved Senate Joint Resolution 1, which would amend the state constitution to allow school bond and mill levy questions to appear on the general election ballot rather than being limited to separate school elections. Sponsors said the change would reduce special-election costs, increase turnout, and remove outdated language dating to 1910; school board and education groups supported it. Members asked about ballot crowding and local election timing, and sponsors emphasized that the measure gives school districts a choice rather than a mandate. Finally, the committee heard House Bill 295, which would create an Office of Accessibility to centralize reporting, provide technical assistance, and produce annual reports on accessibility of state buildings and websites. Disability advocates largely supported the bill as a way to improve compliance and consistency, while one webcast commenter opposed it, arguing that without enforcement authority it would not produce meaningful change. The transcript ends during testimony on HB 295, before final committee action is shown.

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• faculty do not discriminate in their work toward the success of all students regardless of their identity
• faculty do not discriminate in their work toward the success of all students regardless of their identity
• faculty do not discriminate in their work toward the success of all students regardless of their identity
• Minnesota's public institutions isn't conditioned on ideological pleasures or racial or ethnic identities
• Conditioned on ideological pleasures or racial or ethnic identities.

Bills: HF1323, HF4266, HF4413, HF3101, HF4572, HF4698, HF3650, HF2634

Keywords: undocumented, financial aid, state policy, higher education, noncitizen eligibility, state grants, college affordability, Office of Higher Education, Minnesota State Grant, need analysis, expected family contribution, student aid, grant formula, living and miscellaneous expense allowance, dependent student, independent student, parental contribution, student contribution, surplus appropriation, biennium

Bills: HB489, HB545, HB555, HB583, HB670, HB672, HB797, HB814, HB913, HB952

Keywords: transfer on death, TOD, beneficiary designation, investment accounts, brokerage accounts, securities, nonprobate transfer, estate planning, succession, probate, community property, forced heirship, financial advisor, broker-dealer, custodian, transfer agent, banking, wealth transfer, inheritance, Louisiana Revised Statutes

Bills: SB215, SB1104, SB1351, SB1931, SB2245, SB2589, SB2707, SB2807, SB1423, SB1568

Keywords: education, funding, school districts, local control, equity, digital identification, identity verification, Department of Public Safety, Texas legislature, wireless communication, Texas, technology, identification program, fee structure, wireless devices, public safety, hunting license, handgun license, fingerprinting, dealer license

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• of identity to vote.
• of identity to vote.
• election integrity by removing the affidavit option, which does not provide corresponding proof of identity
• of identity and still vote.
• of identity.

Bills: HR118, HR196, HR237, HR285, HCR85, HB442, HB443, SCR5, SCR29, SCR33, SCR63, SB25, SB202, SB319

Keywords: water utility, tax credit, excessive rates, residential service, subcommittee, fallen trees, property damage, insurance, property values, hurricanes, storm damage, local government, homeowners, risk management, committee study, census, military population, Department of Defense, representation, federal funding