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• renewables and other things resources renewables and other things that<00:40:18.000> the<00:40
• That we're paying more for transmission because we aren't investing enough in behind-the-meter resources
• perhaps the information you sort of touched on, the information that’s out there, is going to help guide
• c> a<01:05:23.119> lot<01:05:23.200> of<01:05:23.280> these going to help guide
• us to a lot of these going to help guide us to a lot of these questions<01:05:23.920> without

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• I was previously doing the bill drafting guide.
• The goal of them is to provide resources to readers...
• The goal of them is to provide resources to readers, but not necessarily to imply that it is a direct
• successor or a later enactment, but just to actually provide it as a reference and an easy resource

Keywords: 904, all

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• is visible and reliable, an option that honors individual choice, makes better use of enforcement resources
• arresting and incarcerating people disproportionately of color while diverting our law enforcement resources
• We waste so much money and divert so many law enforcement resources and cause so much injustice, and
• y'all know my career is rooted in public health, and my life's work can be distilled into a single guiding

Summary: Senator Nathan Johnson presented a pair of bills he described as a comprehensive cannabis reform package for Texas. He said one bill would regulate hemp-derived THC with a 21-and-over purchase age, a 5 mg THC threshold, testing, labeling, licensing, packaging, and marketing standards, an advisory committee to report to the Legislature, and a tax structure that would direct revenue to public health, law enforcement, testing, and the Texas Compassionate Use Program. He also said the legislation reflects work by Chairman Ken King and is intended as an alternative to a total ban, which he argued would be unenforceable and undesirable. Johnson said the second bill would decriminalize possession and personal use of up to 2 ounces of marijuana, allow limited home cultivation, and create a path to expunction for people convicted of conduct that would no longer be illegal. He argued current Texas THC laws are inconsistent, harmful, and disproportionately affect communities of color, while also diverting law enforcement resources. He said the bills aim to create a more consistent and enforceable framework and to support medical THC use. Supportive testimony came from Shawn Salvahi, a veteran and Texas Cannabis Collective representative, who said decriminalization and homegrow would help veterans and first responders and that leaders should correct mistaken policy. Senator Molly Cook, an ER nurse, also backed Johnson’s approach and opposed SB 5, saying prohibition has failed, worsened safety, and created criminal and economic harms. In questions, Johnson said the Senate is likely to move SB 5, that the House could still change the outcome, and that he has been consistent in opposing a ban since 2018. The discussion also briefly touched on redistricting, with participants urging attention to flooding and criticizing proposed maps, but the main action was the presentation and defense of the THC bills ahead of floor consideration.

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• Kaye Rustaller with the Family Resources and Referral Center. And Mr. Victor Costa also with.
• are our leaders in our counties that are making sure that we get the work done, and their work is guided
• Constantly engaged with local, state, and federal stakeholders to secure resources and policy support
• Natural Resources.

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• It protects a family's right to guide their child's moral and religious upbringing, including decisions
• want to thank the bipartisan support of Senate Bill 17 that will protect Texas' land and natural resources
• Public libraries educate, provide access to resources. opportunity and create spaces where everyone can
• It is bad policy to take resources away from our communities and libraries as a punishment.

Bills: SCR5, SCR13, SB3, SB6, SB10, SB12, SB13, SB15, SB17, SB18, SB19, SB24, SB35, SB57, SB65, SB112, SB284, SB290, SB388, SB400, SB402, SB412, SB495, SB499, SB502, SB509, SB621, SB706, SB740, SB815, SB842, SB854, SB875, SB893, SB917, SB974, SB1025, SB1061, SB1073, SB1106, SB1268, SB1281, SB1300, SB1362, SB1379, SB1447, SB1451, SB1555, SB1902, SJR36, SJR12, SCR13, SCR25, SCR5, SCR22, SCR12, SCR24, SB495, SB412, SB10, SB18, SB565, SB372, SB842, SB765, SB62, SB19, SB666, SB707, SB888, SB687, SB706, SB847, SB290, SB13, SB1248, SB740, SB14, SB1006, SB504, SB917, SB925, SB388, SB1902, SB1121, SB995, SB857, SB305, SB296, SB284, SB35, SB6, SB815, SB3, SB1281, SB1379, SB1300, SB1497, SB1499, SB1498, SB1451, SB1061, SB15, SB65, SB241, SB304, SB402, SB499, SB621, SB974, SB1023, SB1024, SB1025, SB1106, SB686, SB112, SB371, SB204, SB400, SB609, SB1447, SB670, SB502, SB427, SB850, SB854, SB413, SB1555, SB1362, SB1346, SB1033, SB1220, SB1073, SB810, SB987, SB1539, SB893, SB447, SB875, SB406, SB509, SB985, SB965, SB17, SB1119, SB1505, SB12, SB24, SB57, SB1194, SB1253, SB1215, SB1532, SB1268, SB1302, SB856, SB650, SB583, SB673, SB840, SJR57, SCR8, SB213, SB681, SB1172, SB1252, SB378, SB610, SB918, SB1343, SB608, SB487, SB955, SB957, SB988, SB990, SB1019, SB1021, SB1120, SB251, SB958, SB535, SB761, SB1, SB541, SB315, SB379, SB1018, SB1737, SB266, SB1415

Keywords: SCR 5, Senate Concurrent Resolution 5, Texas School for the Deaf, TSD, Robert Rives, gymnasium naming, building naming, honorary resolution, commemorative resolution, deaf education, hard of hearing, Gallaudet University, alumni hall of fame, football coach, school facility naming, education K-16, State Affairs, Texas Legislature, public school tribute, water rights

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• basically exhausted all of its resources basically exhausted all of its resources before<00:37:18.960
• And RCUH over the years has helped me by helping to procure resources and expend those resources for
• So, we try to leverage our resources.
• Uh resources that we have uh to help us.
• And employ our resources uh for that.

Keywords: 912, senate, all

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• We're a strong community resource that promotes leadership and team building, and we do it creatively
• <00:02:43.480> that we're a strong community resource that we're a strong community resource
• I'm the executive director of ACA ASA, the African Career Education and Resources, Inc.
• I'm the executive director of ACA ASA, the African Career Education and Resources, Inc.
• I'm the executive director of African Women Youth and Resource Center.

Keywords: 1183, house

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• What they look for is to make sure that the hunter they use that as a guide so that landowners understand
• it's<00:20:09.400> used<00:20:09.720> as<00:20:09.840> a<00:20:10.039> guide
• <00:20:10.440> more<00:20:10.640> than help it's used as a guide more than help it's
• used as a guide more than anything<00:20:11.080> else<00:20:11.799> send<00:20:12.159>
• The department does registration of new telecom providers, reviews daily requests for numbering resources

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• It appropriates $425 million in available resources to cover costs for EA shelter services for unhoused
• us what it means to give selflessly, to lift up those around her, and her legacy will continue to guide

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The Senate opened with the Pledge of Allegiance and a brief recognition of guests participating in the Young Announcers Program, including students and community leaders from Urban Heat 98.1 FM, 365 Dad, and Academy of the Pacific Rim Charter School. The chamber then took up House No. 58, a fiscal year 2025 supplemental appropriations bill focused largely on emergency assistance shelter funding and related policy changes. Senator Rogers explained that the agreement appropriates $425 million for the EA shelter system through the rest of FY25 and includes measures intended to reduce caseloads and improve oversight, such as tighter eligibility verification, criminal offender information checks, disclosure of prior convictions, reporting requirements, a study of NCIC background checks, and a plan to phase out hotels and motels. Senator Tarr praised the urgency of the bill but criticized the process, saying the measure was negotiated without a formal conference committee or public report and did not go far enough on reform. The Senate adopted the concurrence and further amendment, then adopted an emergency preamble by a vote of 11-0. The Senate then took final action on House No. 58, with Senator Tarr requesting a roll call vote. After the call of the yeas and nays, the bill passed to be enacted by a vote of 32-7 and was ordered signed by the President and laid before the Governor. The chamber also adopted a motion to adjourn in memory of State Representative Carol A. Doherty, followed by a moment of silence, and then agreed to adjourn until the next day at 11:00 a.m.

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• been entrusted by the people of our state to govern on their behalf, prudence and holy wisdom will guide
• Be with our representatives as they oversee the proper distribution of our economic resources, particularly

Keywords: 1183, house

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• So can jurisdictions of all sizes and all resources effectively Simple to administer.
• So can jurisdictions of all sizes and all resources effectively administer this option?
• So our first goal is to reduce costs and increase the efficient use of resources.
• So there's this resource allocation aspect. See if the project's working.
• , simply because of the lack of resources that we do have, or the minimal resources.

Summary: The committee began with member introductions, then heard a presentation on a draft final report studying alternative funding mechanisms for sidewalks and related pedestrian infrastructure. Consultants said current local funding sources are insufficient, with most jurisdictions unable to complete planned sidewalk networks within 50 years. They evaluated four options: a sidewalk utility fee, a modified transportation benefit district sales tax, a new real estate excise tax option, and expanded stormwater fee use for ADA sidewalk ramps. The consultants recommended authorizing the modified TBD sales tax and new REET option, considering a sidewalk utility despite legal uncertainty, broadening any authorization to all pedestrian improvements, and not pursuing the stormwater fee option. Members asked about legal authority, fairness, revenue adequacy, and whether jurisdictions had been consulted; the presenters said state enabling legislation would likely be needed for a sidewalk utility and that fairness could be defined either by direct benefit or by need. The committee then received an update on the 2025 assessment of city transportation funding needs. The consultants reported that city transportation revenues have grown in some local and federal categories since 2019, but state revenues have remained relatively flat and smaller cities are especially affected by declining fuel tax revenues and limited tax bases. They estimated annual city transportation needs at $4.25 billion, average annual spending at $1.89 billion, and a funding gap of $2.37 billion, larger than in the prior study because of updated data, inclusion of system improvements, and higher preservation costs. Draft recommendations focused on reducing costs and improving efficiency, preserving and increasing state support, and expanding local funding options, including preservation-first spending, a permanent federal fund exchange program, streamlined review processes, better coordination with WSDOT, possible property tax flexibility, and exploration of new local tools. Members raised questions about design standards, the role of density and transit, federal compliance, and whether the report would identify specific consolidation or process changes. The committee also heard a project update on evaluating zero-emission vehicle and electrification programs funded by the Climate Commitment Act. Consultants said they had reviewed roughly 23 programs and projects across seven agencies and were now evaluating options to improve delivery, including process improvements, reorganizing programs, or consolidating governance and administrative functions. Early findings highlighted staffing shortages, duplication and variation across agencies, differing levels of risk, and the challenge of coordinating climate priorities across agencies with other core missions. Members asked about program outcomes, administrative costs, whether some programs should have exit strategies, and how to strengthen the EV Coordinating Council. Finally, WSDOT provided an implementation update on its new public-private partnership authority under SB 5801, saying work is underway to prepare governance, legal, policy, and organizational structures ahead of the January 1, 2027 effective date.

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• And I think that just a reminder, we were here before to talk about there are some additional resources
• as a state agency, right, we have to make decisions based on evidence and follow the statutes that guide
• as a state agency, right, we have to make decisions based on evidence and follow the statutes that guide
• <01:29:21.200> And<01:29:21.360> so are uh that guide our work.
• And so are uh that guide our work.

Keywords: 1183, house

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• from from taxpayers and not resources from from taxpayers and not everyone<01:24:53.040> may<
• so<01:32:50.960> that<01:32:51.119> the<01:32:51.239> voters information guide
• so that the voters information guide so that the voters would<01:32:52.520> understand<01:32:
• so it doesn't include all the background information that's more suited for the voter information guide
• suited for the voter information guide suited for the voter information guide so<01:36:12.960>

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Summary: The House Committee on Judiciary and Hawaiian Affairs met on March 12, 2025, and heard testimony on several election-related and governance measures. On SB 176, relating to recounts, the Office of Elections supported clarifying that recount triggers should be based on the final Election Day report rather than the 6:00 a.m. next-day report, citing a 2022 recount example. The chair noted 3 testimonies in support, 42 in opposition, and 1 comment. On SB 1337, relating to the Stadium Authority, the authority supported changing quorum rules so only voting members count, explaining that the current interpretation makes it difficult to conduct business; written testimony from DBEDT was also received. On SB 289, relating to ethics administrative fines, the Ethics Commission supported uniform procedures to resolve uncontested enforcement matters more quickly while preserving due process; written support was also noted. The committee then heard SB 311, a proposed constitutional amendment on freedom of speech and money in elections. Supporters, including Community Alliance on Prisons, Our Revolution Hawaii, Pride at Work Hawaii, Common Cause Hawaii, and others, argued that money in politics distorts democracy and that the amendment would help prevent wealthy interests from buying influence. Opponents, including the Hawaii Christian Coalition and individual testifiers, argued that changing the constitution was too serious, that the proposal should be handled by ordinary legislation instead, and that the measure could create legal conflict. Deputy Attorney General Candace Park said the bill would only matter if key federal cases such as Buckley and Citizens United were overturned, and the chair thanked her for the legal input. The committee also heard SB 780, relating to election ballot disqualification, which would exclude candidates disqualified by constitutional or statutory provisions and create procedures for challenges. Opposition testimony said the bill would undermine voter choice, burden courts and election officials, and invite misuse; the Hawaii Christian Coalition echoed those concerns. Members raised questions about whether the measure would apply only to state and county offices, and the Attorney General’s office said it would follow up. Finally, on SB 1030, relating to election intimidation, supporters said firearms should not be brought near polling places or ballot drop boxes, while opponents argued the bill was unnecessary and could affect lawful possession; the committee received 12 testimonies, with 39 in support. The committee then began SB 1225, a proposed constitutional amendment changing the vote threshold for legislative amendments to a majority of votes tallied, excluding blanks, spoiled ballots, and overvotes; testimony in support was heard from the LGBTQ+ Commission and others, and the discussion was still underway when the excerpt ended.

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• We ask that your spirit guide every discussion. every vote and every plan that emerges from this body
• This is still a way for us to ensure that the water is such a valuable resource that it's being protected
• We're just ensuring that the Water Sources Board has some resources to make sure whenever those audits
• That are going to have to do things differently based on the resources of each county, and they're going
• What is that entity, the American Council on Education National Guide?

Bills: HJR1088, HJR1090, HJR1091, HB1370, SB2154, HJR1092, HJR1093, HJR1095, HJR1099, HJR1100, HB3021, SB893, SB206, SB248, SB259, SB423, SB563, SB604, SB633, HJR1077, SB667, SB1224, SB1257, SB1264, SB1319, SB1360, SB1437, SB1531, SB1543, SB1806, HB3004, SB1572, HB4342, SB1618, SB2, SB237, SB1632, SB1687, SB1726, SB1859, SB1894, SB1461, HB4432, SB1948, SB1589, SJR52, SR46, HCR1030, SB2071, SB2182, SB1451, HJR1088, HJR1090, HJR1091, HJR1092, HJR1093, HJR1095, HJR1096, HJR1099, HJR1100, SB2185, SB893, HB3021, SR46, SB206, SB237, SB248, SB259, SB423, SB563, SB604, SB625, SB633, SB667, SB1224, SB1257, SB1264, SB1319, SB1360, SB1378, SB1437, SB1531, SB1543, SB1572, SB1618, SB1632, SB1687, SB1726, SB1806, SB1859, SB1894, SB1948, SB2071, SJR52, HB1370, HJR1077, SB2, SB1451, SB2182, HCR1030

Keywords: education rules, administrative rules, joint resolution, Oklahoma State Department of Education, higher education, State Regents for Higher Education, Teachers' Retirement System, charter schools, Statewide Charter School Board, career and technology education, CTE, OEQA, rule approval, legislative oversight, permanent rules, school governance, teacher retirement, education agencies, Oklahoma Register, Department of Agriculture, Food, and Forestry

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• I think we also need to look at the language we use because the language we use guides our thought processes
• It guides everything that we do.
• So that’s why I’m incredibly grateful that we do have an LESC team in order to help guide us and take
• But there's maybe some leadership or someone on the board who is guiding, and in that guidance has been
• overwhelming majority of APS elementary teachers report that they do not have sufficient time and resources

Bills: SB23, SB73, SB210, SB234, SB243, SB244, SM16

Keywords: student use, wireless devices, public schools, policy implementation, education technology funding, driver education, driver's ed, driving school, motorcycle safety, traffic safety, vulnerable road users, pedestrian safety, bicycle safety, cyclist, bike lane, micromobility, scooter, moped, motorcycle training, DWI prevention

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• approaches guided by the client. approaches guided by the client.
• Today, more than 30 years later, I'm grateful for those resources.
• <02:08:11.040> around<02:08:11.480> restorative resources around restorative resources
• attention to establishing and resourcing attention to establishing and resourcing efforts<02:29:
• family resource centers. family resource centers.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• If we need to create a fund with additional resources, then I would say that the AG does not have the
• resources.
• If the AG doesn't, you know, have the resources to bring a case and my rights are violated and the AG
• This technology has vast impacts on our society, but there are very few laws guiding it, and I think
• So just to... ...enough resources to check in on us. But do you see what I'm getting at?

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Summary: The committee hearing focused on a package of Massachusetts privacy and technology bills, especially measures to ban the sale of location data, establish a comprehensive consumer data privacy law, and regulate biometric recognition and surveillance pricing. Chairs and sponsors argued that self-regulation has failed, that data brokers and large tech companies routinely collect and monetize sensitive information, and that state action is needed because federal protections are weak or absent. Several speakers tied the bills to reproductive health, gender-affirming care, domestic violence, children’s data, and other sensitive uses of location and biometric information. Supporters included legislators and advocates who backed H. 86/S. 197 (Location Shield), H. 78/S. 45/H. 104/S. 29 (comprehensive privacy bills), H. 99/S. 47 (surveillance pricing in grocery stores), and H. 36/S. 36 (biometric recognition accountability). They emphasized data minimization, bans on selling sensitive data, consumer rights to access, delete, and opt out, and in some cases a private right of action. Several witnesses said Massachusetts should lead or align with other states, while others argued that stronger protections are needed because data can be weaponized by stalkers, anti-abortion actors, abusive partners, insurers, or law enforcement. Industry and coalition witnesses urged the committee to favor a more standardized, interoperable framework modeled on laws already adopted in other states, warning that novel definitions, data-minimization rules, and private rights of action could create compliance burdens, confusion, and costs for businesses, including small businesses. They argued that entity-level exemptions for sectors already covered by federal laws like HIPAA or GLBA promote consistency, and that Attorney General enforcement is preferable to private lawsuits. Committee members questioned witnesses on patchwork concerns, the scope of exemptions, and whether the proposed bills would harm or help consumers and small businesses. No votes or final actions were taken during the hearing; written testimony was noted as due later, and the committee continued taking testimony from multiple panels and virtual witnesses.

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• resourced. So, thank you, Madam Chair. resourced. So, thank you, Madam Chair.
• Um and so uh leverage their resources.
• , county can provide all the resources, county can provide all the resources, supports,<00:09:38.880
• <01:26:04.000> They specialized care and resources. They specialized care and resources.
• Gathering this data would support EFMN in our own resource allocation and guide the legislature in policy

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• Hearing from a resource on House Bill 4361. Thank you.
• Members, if you have any questions for our resource witness.
• This is one of those things where we're investing in the most important resource we have: our human resources
• Resource, our human capital, just like in your company, that's the most important resource you have.
• Resource witness. Thank you, Mr. Chairman and members.

Keywords: 1185, senate, all

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• I ask you to just lead and guide and direct all of us that's here on this committee for our veterans,
• And Lord, we ask you to just lead and guide us, Lord, in the decisions that we make, and Lord, we ask
• :01:35.800> and And Lord, we ask you to just lead and And Lord, we ask you to just lead and guide
• us, Lord, in the decisions that we guide us, Lord, in the decisions that we make,<00:01:38.120> and
• <01:38:00.000> at from Fort Benning to human resources at from Fort Benning to human resources

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Summary: The meeting opened with the pledge and prayer, a roll call established quorum, and members announced a Veterans Caucus meeting to follow the session. The committee also recognized distinguished veteran Joe Mash Masterson of Bardstown, who was praised for his Army service, long-time advocacy for veterans, and leadership in the American Legion and local veteran organizations. Masterson thanked his family, the American Legion Post 121, and the VA staff, and several members offered remarks honoring his service and the committee’s practice of recognizing veterans. The committee then briefly addressed a referred administrative regulation, 017 KAR 001 030, which leadership described as technical updates to existing policy; no vote was taken. After that, members heard testimony from KDVA and Finance and Administration officials on the ongoing HVAC replacement project at the Radcliffe Veteran Center. Officials said the system had been problematic for years, that design work began early to accelerate the project, and that the work was complicated by the need to replace the system in an operating nursing facility. They explained that the project was bid in March, awarded to Less Mechanical, and that protective measures, shop drawings, and equipment orders were underway. Committee members pressed officials on why the problem had taken so long to resolve, why the original system had been installed, whether the issue had been communicated regularly, and whether the state should be paying for a replacement in a relatively new facility. Officials said the original system’s components and warranties had failed, that they had tried to replace parts before moving to a full replacement, and that the system’s manufacturer and quality differed from a similar facility in Glasgow that had not had the same issues. They said the current phase one contract was about $6 million, with the remaining funds held for phase two to restore full occupancy; phase two design was nearly complete and could be bid later if funding is approved. Officials estimated phase one completion around January 2026 and full completion around March 2027, depending on funding and scheduling.