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• On page 5, you will see lines 42, 43, and 44.
• The Executive is at $5 million, while the LFC is at $2.5 million.
• The Executive is at $5 million on that, while the LFC is also at $5 million, so it's pretty close.
• Line 123 is another appropriation to the State Engineer for $5 million.
• We looked at another statute, 6-5.

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• Joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code
• Joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code
• congressional disapproval under chapter congressional disapproval under chapter 8<00:55:39.359><
• Res. 25, a joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under Chapter 8 of Title 5, United
• :42:39.600> United<02:42:39.920> States Chapter 8 of Title 5, United States Chapter 8 of

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Thursday, March 27, 2025, 1012, house, all

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• It cut of more than 5% on January 1st.
• year website looks at reserves over a 5-year website looks at reserves over a 5-year solveny<01:45
• That 5% is that's added to that rate.
• So 5% first year, 5% second, 5% third. That's 15%.
• ate into that 5% overage.

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• I was told repeatedly by professors that if I could make it through the first 5 years of a teaching career
• I can remember a professor openly telling our class that 30 to 50% of us would not reach that 5-year
• here in Minnesota, more than one in three new educators leave the teaching profession in their first 5
• that, but the return on investment, if you are losing a third to half of your teachers in the first 5
• that, but the return on investment, if you are losing a third to half of your teachers in the first 5

Keywords: 1183, house

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• Our law allows you to evict someone within 5 days if they do not pay.
• where tenants have no ability to challenge the ledger with their landlord because they are given a 5-
• Our law allows you to evict someone within 5 days if they do not pay.
• Our law allows you to evict someone within 5 days if they do not pay.
• Our law allows you to evict someone within 5 days if they do not pay.

Keywords: 910, house, all

Summary: The committees heard testimony on several transportation and consumer-related bills. HB 496, relating to mamaki tea labeling, drew support from the Department of Agriculture, the Department of Weights and Measures, and the Hawaii Farm Bureau, which said the bill would help protect a culturally important crop and the Hawaii brand. Members questioned Agriculture about staffing and whether the bill was being used to reopen a package-labeling inspection branch; the department said it currently has no Oahu inspectors for that function but has a place for an additional inspector. No opposition was registered on the measure. HB 978, relating to electric utilities, and HB 1316, relating to DLNR/park reservations, were also heard. HB 1316 received support from State Parks, and members discussed where reservation fees would go and whether the statewide reservation system for three parks would cover its costs; the committee indicated a change would be made so fees go to the special fund. HB 914, relating to water carriers, drew support or comments from the PUC, Department of Agriculture, Department of Transportation, Young Brothers, and the Hawaii Harbor Users Group. The main discussion focused on the proposed automatic rate-adjustment mechanism tied to the GDP price index, with members asking for alternative index ideas and questioning whether the PUC already had authority to adopt such a mechanism. Young Brothers said the measure would provide clarity and help recover inflationary costs, while the chair raised concerns about repeated rate increases and asked for further testimony on possible alternative indices. HB 1161, relating to transportation and road usage charges, received support from the Insurance Division, DOT, and the State Energy Office, with comments from the Tax Foundation of Hawaii and the Hawaii Food Industry Association. Members asked whether counties need state authorization to adopt mileage-based charges and why the bill included funding for implementation; DOT said it is helping counties build the data collection and billing system and that Honolulu is handling much of the collection work. A question was also raised about whether plug-in hybrids would be covered, and DOT said vehicles under the federal electric-vehicle definition would be included. HB 1301, relating to transportation network companies, drew opposition from the Hawaii Association for Justice, Lyft, and Uber, all arguing that classifying TNCs as common carriers and changing liability rules would raise costs, reduce access, and disrupt the current statewide framework. No votes or final committee actions were taken in the portion of the meeting provided.

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• But it's more likely that we would use a modular system, 3 to 5 70,000-gallon tanks of storage, which
• is about 5 to 10 million.
• system 3 to 5 70,000 gallon tanks<00:04:14.760> of<00:04:14.920> storage<00:04:15.799>
• That would delete everything after page 4, line 21 through the end of page 5, line 13.
• In 2011, we gave—but we're talking $5 million a year in possible taxes.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• parties, and each member other than the majority and minority leaders and the minority whip limited to 5
• minutes but in no uh event shall 5 minutes but in no uh event shall debate<00:05:27.639> continue<
• Moskowitz, for 5 minutes. Mr.
• H.R. 77, to amend chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, to provide for consideration and resolutions
• The Treasury Department manages a $5 trillion-a-year federal payment system.

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Tuesday, February 11, 2025, 1012, house, all

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• Chris McAley on behalf of the Society for Human Resource Management, HR professionals.
• I also represent the International Hearing Society, which we are a chapter of.
• I also represent International Hearing Society, which we are a chapter of.

Summary: The Senate Committee on Appropriations met to consider a large suspense-file agenda, noting that 122 measures met suspense criteria and that several bills listed in the daily file were postponed to the following week. The Department of Finance did not attend because it had no comments on the bills. After establishing a quorum, the committee proceeded through the agenda, with most authors waiving presentation and public testimony limited to fiscal issues. Most measures were moved to the suspense file without objection after brief or no testimony. A number of bills drew support or opposition from outside groups on fiscal grounds, including SB 951, SB 947, SB 954, SB 1031, SB 1291, and SB 1368. Testimony highlighted concerns such as ongoing state or departmental costs, General Fund impacts, broadband and compliance burdens for small mutual water companies, and implementation costs for education, health, and transportation-related proposals. Supporters of some bills argued they would save money over time, such as SB 1067 on early math remediation and SB 1089 on obesity treatment and CalRx partnerships. The committee also heard an author presentation on SB 1089 by Senator Richardson, who said the bill would reduce CalPERS and broader health costs by expanding access to GLP-1 weight-loss drugs for eligible public employees and directing CalRx to pursue production or acquisition of a GLP-1 medication. No committee questions were raised on that measure, and it too was sent to suspense. The hearing concluded with all items heard being moved to the suspense file and the committee adjourned.

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• But very early on, I just directed our HR department to make sure that any employee who is displaced
• One quick note: I just this morning saw a local school chapter having me speak in about a month, and
• bill I'm very thankful that he's brought this one quick note I just this morning saw a local school chapters

Bills: SB1786

Keywords: artificial intelligence, content verification, provenance data, transparency, digital content, 1182, all

Summary: The committee first heard a presentation from Sonora Quest Laboratories on how the company is using artificial intelligence and innovation in clinical lab work. Testimony emphasized that AI is already being used in digital pathology, cytology, genetics, genomics, predictive analytics, and quality control, with a strong focus on human oversight, validation, and closed, secure systems that keep patient data in-house. Speakers said AI can improve accuracy, speed diagnosis, reduce repeat testing, support precision medicine and pharmacogenomics, and potentially help with rare disease management and drug selection, while also noting the need for governance and safeguards. Members asked questions about accuracy, safeguards, data security, whether AI could reduce repeat specimen collection, expand to other hospital labs, and how AI might affect treatment decisions such as step therapy and pharmacogenomics. The presenters said AI outputs are reviewed by specialists, that the systems are validated and monitored, and that the organization uses a closed ecosystem with no external data sharing. They also discussed future possibilities such as digital twins, earlier cancer detection, and more tailored medication choices, while acknowledging that AI is still developing and must be used carefully. The committee then took up Senate Bill 1786, as amended, which requires covered providers using generative AI to add provenance data to AI-created or significantly modified video, image, or audio content, using methods like watermarking or metadata, with exceptions for minor edits and certain interactive or non-user-generated content. The amendment clarified that identifiable individual information generally cannot be included unless the user opts in, protected trade secrets, and set an effective date of February 1, 2027. After discussion about consumer transparency, scope, and possible legal issues, the committee adopted the amendment and voted 4-2 with one absent to give SB 1786 as amended a do pass recommendation.

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• HRS, I think it's 4-9 says you can have up to 5 years; it's the allowable length of time for an appropriation
• HRS, I think it's 4-9 says you can have up to 5 years; it's the allowable length of time for an appropriation
• HRS, I think it's 4-9 says you can have up to 5 years; it's the allowable length of time for an appropriation
• HRS, I think it's 4-9 says you can have up to 5 years; it's the allowable length of time for an appropriation
• I think it's 4-9 says you can time HRS I think it's 4-9 says you can have<00:32:36.720> up<00

Keywords: 912, senate, all

Summary: The Agriculture and Environment hearing on January 27, 2025, took up multiple measures, beginning with a proposed constitutional amendment, HB 559, to recognize a right to clean water and air, a healthful environment, climate, native ecosystems, and beaches. The Attorney General’s Office testified with concerns that the amendment’s broad language could create challenges for future legislatures and environmental enforcement, while the Climate Commission and DLNR supported it. Environmental and advocacy groups, including Climate Protectors Hawaii, 350 Hawaii, Greenpeace Hawaii, and others, strongly supported the measure, arguing it would strengthen decision-making and protect Hawaii’s natural resources. Committee members raised questions about how the amendment would interact with existing constitutional protections and recent litigation, and the AG’s office said the proposal could lead to broad judicial interpretation and possible liability issues. The hearing then moved on without a recorded vote on this bill. The committee next heard SB 552, which would establish a healthy soils program in the Department of Agriculture and require annual reporting and funding. The Climate Change Commission supported the bill, and the Department of Agriculture said it stood on its submitted testimony but noted existing commissions and the greenhouse gas sequestration task force already address similar objectives, suggesting SB 552 may duplicate current efforts. Agricultural and environmental advocates, including the Hawaii Farmers Union, Hawaii Farm Bureau, and others, supported the concept of a consolidated healthy soils program, saying it would better organize existing efforts, improve access for producers, and support conservation practices. The Agribusiness Development Corporation said it would support either DOA or ADC administering the program, and committee discussion focused on implementation, program overlap, and whether the bill should better integrate existing compost reimbursement and related efforts. The final measure discussed in the excerpt was SB 678, which would create an Agricultural Development Food Security Special Fund, dedicate a portion of the environmental response, energy, and food security tax to it, and appropriate funds equal to 3% of the state budget for agriculture. The Department of Agriculture strongly supported the bill, saying the funding would align with its goals and help support farmers and ranchers. The Tax Foundation of Hawaii and the Department of Budget and Finance raised concerns that the proposed special fund may not meet statutory criteria. Farm and industry groups generally supported the measure but suggested changes, including adding uses related to local food sourcing, distribution, and biosecurity. Committee members questioned the scale of the appropriation, noting it could amount to roughly $250 million and a major increase in DOA’s budget, and discussed whether the department could realistically implement such a large program. The hearing ended with testimony counts noted for the measures heard, and the chair indicated the committee would reconvene later for any unfinished business.

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• HR 761 is a resolution condemning the persecution of Christians in Nigeria and supporting Nigeria's Rep
• John Labriola: 5 million Christians have been displaced because of the actions of Boko Haram simply for
• Having closed on her resolution, Julia please call the roll on HR 761 and announce the vote. Rep.
• Chair Brannan: Show HR 761 reported favorably.

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• businesses from accessing these HR businesses from accessing these HR services<00:10:02.320>
• Um, with a tip, you know, 5% to the bar, 5% to the runner, whatever it is they want to do.
• But we have a very approachable HR team. But we have a very approachable HR team.
• So basically the service that I provide for somebody, when they give me $5, I get to keep that $5 at
• I get to keep that $5 at the end me $5, I get to keep that $5 at the end of<03:20:32.479> the

Keywords: 928, house, all

Summary: The committee opened its labor hearing on SB 655 and outlined the day’s schedule, including a later working session on SB 416 and an executive session planned for 2:30 p.m. Senator Dan Innis introduced SB 655, describing it as a technical bill affecting employee leasing companies/professional employer organizations (PEOs), workers’ compensation coverage, and a Senate-added minimum wage exemption for minor league baseball players covered by a collective bargaining agreement. He said the PEO change would let either the PEO or the client business hold workers’ comp coverage, while still requiring coverage, and argued it would align New Hampshire with most other states and reduce barriers for small businesses and multi-state employers. He also said the baseball provision would clarify wage treatment for minor league players and support the Manchester team. Justin Warell of Insperity testified in support of the PEO portion, explaining that PEOs provide HR, payroll, benefits administration, and workers’ compensation administration through a co-employment model. He said the bill would preserve mandatory coverage while allowing flexibility for the client or PEO to maintain the policy, which could help clients who already have preferred coverage or who face cost or administrative issues in multiple states. He noted that most clients would still remain under the PEO’s policy and said Insperity would submit written comments. Committee members asked about how the arrangement would work, whether the client or PEO would pay, and whether the bill would affect liability insurance packaging; Warell said the employer still bears the cost and that the bill mainly gives larger clients an option. One member asked him to remain available for possible follow-up after hearing from the labor department. Stephen Gonzalez of Major League Baseball testified in support of the minor league baseball exemption. He said MLB and the MLB Players Association negotiated a collective bargaining agreement that already provides players with salary, housing, meals, per diems, health and retirement benefits, disability continuation, tuition assistance, and signing bonuses. He argued that treating players as hourly workers creates impractical time-tracking problems because players do work-related activities on their own time, and said the bill would recognize them as salaried workers and avoid litigation over what counts as hours worked. Committee members questioned why the exemption was needed if players are already salaried and whether MLB could simply amend its CBA; Gonzalez said the bill would help prevent wage-and-hour lawsuits and noted that similar exemptions have been enacted in other states. No vote was taken during the hearing, and the chair indicated the bill would be considered for executive action later that afternoon.

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• One is that nationally, bipartisan estimates of the tax-exempt or the tax credit changes in HR 1 could
• 33.320> could<00:04:33.640> result<00:04:34.160> in<00:04:34.440> the in HR
• low-income housing tax credit provision low-income housing tax credit provision in<00:04:46.120> HR
• 1 last summer um was really in HR 1 last summer um was really intended<00:04:49.480> to<00:04
• That 55% cap was set at 5% over the federal cap so that there be a little bit of extra room.

Bills: HF4234, HF3697, HF1183, HF4738

Keywords: HF4234, Minnesota private activity bonds, tax-exempt bonds, bond cap, aggregate bond limitation, residential rental projects, multifamily housing, affordable housing finance, housing bonds, public finance, bond allocation, private activity bond cap, Minnesota Statutes 474A.02, tax committee, tax refund, Minnesota Statutes, time limit, claims, tax overpayment, taxation

Summary: The committee first adopted the April 14, 2026 minutes as amended, correcting a misspelling in the reference to Chair Davids. It then heard House File 4234, a tax-exempt bonding/affordable housing bill from Representative Rey Rower, and adopted a technical A1 amendment before laying the bill over for possible inclusion in the 2026 tax bill. The bill would conform Minnesota law to recent federal changes to low-income housing tax credit rules by lowering the amount of tax-exempt bonds needed for projects to qualify, with the stated goal of spreading bond allocations across more projects and increasing affordable housing production without additional state funds. Testimony in support came from the bill author, the Greater Minnesota Housing Fund, and Mary Tingerthal, who said the change would increase efficiency in the use of federal bond authority and could raise the number of funded housing projects from about 16 to 25 per year, bringing in roughly $120 million more annually for housing. Members discussed where the benefits would be felt statewide, including greater Minnesota and larger metro areas, and the author said the bill would help address shortages in affordable and senior housing. The committee took no final vote on the bill, instead laying it over. The committee next heard House File 3697 from Vice Chair Norris, which would change Minnesota’s tax refund claim timelines to better align with federal law and most other states. The author and a tax attorney testifier said the bill would reduce confusion and help taxpayers, especially vulnerable individuals who may overpay or be overassessed and then miss the current deadline to seek refunds. The Department of Revenue said it had no concerns with the language and did not oppose the bill, and the committee laid the bill over for possible inclusion in the 2026 tax bill. Finally, the committee began hearing House File 4738 from Representative Keeler, a Safe Harbor funding proposal for victims of sex trafficking and sexually exploited youth. The author described Safe Harbor as a statewide program serving youth across Minnesota and said the committee should consider creative funding options, but Chair Davids stated the proposed funding source would not work because it would take money from women’s sports scholarships. Testifiers from Lake House in Duluth and a former Safe Harbor youth described the program’s impact on homeless and trafficked youth, including shelter, mental health services, education, and transition to adulthood. The hearing continued with testimony, but no action was taken in the portion provided.

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• The Lady Cardinals just won the California Interscholastic Federation's Division 5 State Championship
• It's their second straight CIF State Division 5 Championship.
• not a new issue, but we know that this issue is even much more pressing today, given the impacts of HR
• It's important to note that this is before the cuts from HR 1 hit.
• We know HR 1 is a bad bill, and we know that people will be sick.

Keywords: 988, house, all

Summary: The Assembly convened after a quorum call, prayer, and pledge, then handled a long daily file with several procedural motions and guest introductions. Members also adopted a resolution recognizing CASA volunteers and welcomed student, school, sports, and community groups to the chamber. The body approved a motion to suspend rules for several procedural purposes, including moving bills between committees and allowing a bill to be heard on shortened notice. On the floor, the Assembly concurred in Senate amendments to AB 1389, which ratifies and extends a tribal-state gaming compact with the Yurok Tribe through December 31, 2026. Members then passed a series of bills on third reading, including AB 1632 on removing the notarization requirement for trespass letters, AB 2380 on county pest control fee authority, AB 2080 on county investment delegation, AB 2149 on reporting pupil achievement gaps, AB 1625 on Sacramento Regional Transit board meeting and stipend changes, AB 2179 on expanding e-filing for workplace violence restraining orders, and AB 2753 barring registered sex offenders from running for or holding elected office. AB 2636, AB 1544, AB 1637, AB 2534, and AB 2595 also passed, addressing juvenile firearm possession, court access, medical record integrity, forced marriage protections, and local e-bike restrictions for children under 12 in San Mateo County. The Assembly adopted several resolutions, including ACR 173 reaffirming California’s sister-state relationship with Jalisco, ACR 163 designating May as Missing and Murdered Indigenous People Awareness Month, ACR 180 designating Compost Awareness Week, and ACR 182 establishing Youth Mental Health Awareness Week. These resolutions drew extensive supportive remarks from members across caucuses, with strong emphasis on Indigenous justice, mental health, agriculture, and environmental stewardship. AB 108, a budget bill providing up to $25 million in emergency bridge funding for distressed hospitals, received broad bipartisan support and was sent to the Governor immediately after concurrence in Senate amendments. The chamber also added coauthors to multiple resolutions and removed AB 2512 and AB 1956 from the consent calendar at the author’s request.

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• ><01:00:54.480> high<01:00:54.680> schools<01:00:55.160> offering some 1 2 3 4 5
• six high schools offering some 1 2 3 4 5 six high schools offering multi<01:00:55.960> mple<01
• In Article 20 of the current Unit 5 collective bargaining agreement, there is language that states the
• recommend the statutory provisions already found that describe harassment that’s currently found in HRS
• harassment that's currently found in HRS harassment that's currently found in HRS 71-<01:19:59.040

Keywords: 910, house, all

Summary: The Committee on Education met on January 30 and heard testimony on several bills, beginning with an announcement asking testifiers and members to keep remarks brief because of weather. The vice chair also explained that HB 440, relating to immigration issues in schools and state hospitals, was removed from the agenda because the proposal would not create meaningful legal protections and immigration policy is governed by federal law. The committee then moved through a series of education-related measures, with testimony largely from the Department of Education, the School Facilities Authority, the Attorney General’s office, unions, advocacy groups, and individual testifiers. On HB 330, concerning school impact fees, the School Facilities Authority supported the bill as aligning policy with implementation, while the Tax Foundation of Hawaii said the fee accounts have accumulated large balances, including more than $20 million in impact fee funds and nearly $9 million from predecessor fair-share contributions, and urged that collected money be used rather than left idle. DOE said it would follow up on the balance and why it was not being used. On HB 1188, dealing with workforce housing, DOE and the Charter School Commission offered comments or support, the Attorney General suggested clarifying the phrase “within commuting distance” by using a mileage standard and adding repayment language, and HSTA, HGEA, and others supported the bill, with HSTA saying teachers need housing to be able to live and work in Hawaii. On HB 624 and HB 625, both related to school psychologists, DOE said it would participate in a work group on the pathway bill and supported the incentive program bill; school psychologists and related groups supported the measures, while one testifier said DOE should not lead the work group alone because school psychologists may work in many education settings beyond DOE schools. The committee also heard HB 1314 on youth mental health in schools. DOE described its student support process, universal screening tools, and behavioral health services, saying schools already identify and respond to concerns and that staff are trained to report issues, while the Attorney General warned the bill could expose schools to liability and recommended a broad liability waiver. Testimony was mixed, with several supporters and one opponent. On HB 616, concerning school safety and harassment protections for educational workers, the Attorney General sought clarifying amendments on harassment definitions, temporary restraining order costs, and paid leave, while HSTA, HGEA, and individual teachers strongly supported the bill, describing harassment incidents and arguing for a standardized statewide response. DOE said it already has reporting pathways, visitor codes of conduct, trespass notices, and an ethics hotline, but acknowledged implementation varies by school and that staff can escalate concerns if needed. The committee also began hearing HB 88 on a three-year pilot program for athletic travel, but the transcript cuts off before that bill’s testimony is completed or any votes are taken.

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• On behalf of over a dozen chapters in California we oppose this bill.
• We are on file item number 5, AB329. Please proceed when you're ready.
• It was about 5%.
• There was only a 5% I say a 5% tax on teachers in 19 sorry in 2023 in California that increased to 20%
• Okay, 5-3, the bill is out. File item 2, AB 49, Hoover.

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• It was 5 percent for the 2023 year, and then we got 5 percent in 2025 at the beginning of this term.
• It gives a 5 percent increase this year and then 5 percent next year? For the next four years.
• We've done 5% the last few years.
• The assessors are getting to 5% this year, therefore we should get the 5%.
• . 5% is what you asked for.

Bills: HB27, HB143, HB205, HB308, HB311, HB417, HB430, HB562, HB812, HB1129

Keywords: inmates, department of public safety, per diem, local correctional facilities, jail funding, insurance premiums, Municipal Fire and Police, dedicated fund, assessments, Louisiana legislation, hazardous waste, cleanup fund, environmental protection, state treasury, Consumer Price Index, law enforcement, firefighters, health insurance, survivors benefits, Lafayette

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• and one of them is HR, so to speak, and in charge of, uh, getting the person off of the insurance bill
• This committee is is focused on 5 different buckets, OK.
• Uh, we do have in-house pharmacies, but we only have, uh, 5 of them, and throughout the county, and so
• Uh, in the insurance code chapter 705, it outlines like there's a two-year window for life insurance
• If they, they answer no to all those questions, then they move on to sections 5 and 6 based upon the

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• , to lead, and to help move this nation and state forward, and their impact can be found in every chapter
• manipulate history, Today, as some work to manipulate history, challenge diversity, and erase difficult chapters
• Preserving the historic chapters of slavery, segregation, and the struggle for civil rights is crucial
• In order to comply with the new federal rules under HR 1, this bill imposes an $8.85 per month charge

Keywords: 987, senate, all

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• We do have a new HR manager that's starting on March 23rd and her name is Veronica Batriz and she comes
• We're continuing to actively fill positions and once we have our HR manager we'll be continuing to post
• The out-year then rescinded for Abiquiu is $5.9 million and the out-year rescinded for Velarde is $5
• Item 4E is P 24 005 of Springer Combined School Teacher Housing Construction Funding Request for 5 Units
• And I think in the next 5, 10, 20 years, we're going to see more and more communities looking like this