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• There being 37 members, President is declared Senate is authorized and prepared to do business.
• :04:57.520><c> and</c> is declared Senate is authorized and is declared Senate is authorized and prepared
• </c><00:04:58.720><c> First</c><00:04:58.960><c> order</c><00:04:59.199><c> of</c> prepared to do business
• First order of prepared to do business.
• . working with teachers their children. working with teachers and<00:13:39.680><c> other</c><00:13:39.920

Summary: The Kentucky Senate convened with an opening prayer and Pledge of Allegiance, then completed roll call, excused absent senators, and approved the journal from February 3, 2026. The chamber received second readings for Senate Bill 5 on Kentucky-grown agricultural product procurement and Senate Bill 73 on tallow-based cosmetic products, and heard committee reports advancing Senate Bill 18 with a committee substitute, along with Senate Bills 33, 85, and 132. The House also communicated passage of House Bill 1694 and requested concurrence. Senate Bill 162, relating to children, was introduced, and Senate Bill 34 was passed over while retaining its place on the calendar. The Senate adopted Senate Citation 4 recognizing National School Counseling Week, with remarks emphasizing the role of school counselors in student academic and mental health support. The body also adopted Senate Resolution 71 honoring Dr. Samantha Shaver for her service as president of the Kentucky Dental Association; the sponsor and other members praised her leadership and oral health advocacy. Later, the Senate received a committee report posting Senate Bills 5, 12, and 73 to the regular orders and referring several bills to committees, including Senate Bills 129, 136, and 183 to Economic Development, Tourism, and Labor, Senate Bill 71 to Education, and Senate Bill 9 to State and Local Government. Members made several co-sponsorship requests for bills including Senate Bills 9, 12, 33, 132, 143, 153, 154, 159, and 183. A lengthy floor statement from the Senator from Clay praised Senator McConnell’s long service and recent federal funding achievements for Kentucky, including education, transportation, defense, and economic development projects. The Senate also received a floor amendment to Senate Bill 33, introduced Senate Bill 163 on unemployment insurance and Senate Resolution 78 honoring the CSX Santa Train, and then adjourned until 2 p.m. on Thursday, February 5, 2026.

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• But, you know, a lot of times our administrators and our teachers are of somewhat longer longevity, you
• Out-of-school time programs also teach essential life and career skills that prepare our youth for the
• more of these types of programs into rural areas, and given the fact that we have a shortage of teachers
• What about any licensed teacher to help to implement this out-of-school programming?
• taxpayers' dollars to get this done to help our young kids become more responsible and be better prepared

Bills: SB83 , SB106 , SB107 , SB123 , SJR1 , SB83 , SB106 , SB107 , SB123 , SJR1

Committees: Senate Senate Education , Senate House Education

Keywords: ecological monitoring, sustainability, tribal engagement, education, research funding, graduate scholarship, higher education funding, New Mexico, appropriation, financial aid, out-of-school programming, education funding, youth programs, affordability, nonprofit organizations, defibrillators, public schools, health and safety, emergency response, school elections

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• A LOT OF OUR TEACHERS ARE FRIENDS OF FOLKS WHO WORK IN THE PROFESSION SO I THINK IT IS CRUCIAL.
• WE ALSO HAVE JEAN, A HIGHLAND TOWN TEACHER, WHO WOULD LIKE TO SPEAK IN PERSON YOU ARE AN OPPONENT OF
• THE BILL. >> I AM JEAN, A NAVY BRAT, 21 YEAR AIR FORCE VETERAN AND A TEACHER AND MY SON-IN-LAW SERVES
• KIDS WANT TO GO TO SCHOOL, HANG OUT WITH HER FRIENDS, THE IN A SAFE ENVIRONMENT AND PREPARE FOR LIFE
• EDUCATE FLORIDA STUDENTS AND PROVIDE BETTER RESOURCES FOR OUR STUDENTS AND TEACHERS.

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• 110, introduced by Representative Saranjana, an act relating to education, enacting the Interstate Teacher
• that the Children, Youth, and Families Department and the Corrections Department have discretion to prepare
• We have some guests here for the Milken Teacher of the Year Award. Please rise to be recognized.
• the gallery or on the rostrum, but we've got guests of Representative Derrick Lente (member_22652), Teacher
• Citation for Rashinda Billy, for the Teacher of the Year Award she got the Milken. Go ahead. Mr.

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• I started my career out of state as a classroom teacher with no intention of becoming a school leader
• At ECS, developing teachers into leaders is central to who we are.
• Six of our current school administrators were previously teachers or counselors at ECS.
• At a time when California faces a teacher shortage, especially in high-need communities like ours, we
• I'm an 11th grade English teacher and department chair at Environmental Charter Schools in Lawndale,

Summary: The Committee on Public Employment and Retirement heard several bills, beginning with AB 2483, which would create a permanent pathway for formerly incarcerated Cal Fire fire crew members to receive certification and pursue firefighting jobs after release. The author and supporters described incarcerated firefighters as highly trained workers who perform dangerous frontline fire suppression work but often leave without credentials or a clear hiring path. The chair strongly supported the bill, and there was no opposition. The committee then considered AB 1619, which would raise trustee stipend limits for retirement board members from $100 to $320 per meeting for county retirement systems, CalSTRS, and CalPERS, subject to local approval. Supporters argued the current stipend is nearly 40 years old and no longer reflects the complexity and fiduciary responsibility of overseeing large pension systems, and that higher stipends could improve diversity and participation. The bill was passed on a 7-0 vote and sent to Appropriations. The committee also passed its cleanup bill, AB 2780, making technical and conforming changes to retirement laws, and AB 2519, which corrects an unintended consequence of prior CalSTRS legislation so certain charter school employees can remain eligible for CalSTRS membership; both bills advanced unanimously to Appropriations. AB 2017, the California Eid State Holiday Act, was heard next. The bill would recognize Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha in California and provide excused absences for students observing the holidays. Supporters, including Muslim students, educators, and advocacy organizations, said the measure would promote inclusion and help Muslim Californians feel seen and respected. Members spoke in favor, and the bill passed 7-0 to Appropriations. Finally, AB 2656 would require public employers to give employee organizations 45 days’ written notice before developing or using generative AI in represented job classifications. Supporters said the bill would ensure transparency and labor input, while county and special district groups raised concerns about scope and implementation but expressed willingness to keep working on the measure. It also passed 7-0 to Appropriations, and the meeting adjourned.

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• Specifically, ADE, with physical education teacher input, will prepare guidelines for assuring the appropriate
• I'm a National Board Certified Teacher and the 2018 Arizona Teacher of the Year, Arizona's first physical
• education teacher to receive that recognition.
• over 100 first-year teachers statewide across all K-12 disciplines in conjunction with the Arizona Teachers
• I guess I'm from a family of teachers—my wife is a teacher, I used to teach, my mom was a teacher.

Committee: Senate Senate Education Committee of Reference

Summary: The committee heard and advanced several education-related bills. HB 2395 would create a voluntary Arizona School Fitness Program in ADE to recognize schools that participate in nationally recognized fitness testing, allow schools to note the designation on report cards, and direct ADE to issue guidelines and best practices. Supporters argued it would encourage student activity and improve health and achievement without penalties; it passed with a due pass recommendation on a 6-0 vote, with two members not voting. HB 2409, the Getting Arizona Ready for AI Act, would create an Arizona Artificial Intelligence Program in ADE to offer voluntary summer AI courses around the state, including digital hygiene/civic integrity and small-business/entrepreneurship components, with optional facility use and possible academic credit. The sponsor said the bill was meant to prepare students for AI-driven job disruption while keeping the program voluntary and low-cost. It passed 4-2 with one not voting. HB 2203 would require ADE to review school and agency reporting requirements, identify duplicative or obsolete reports, and recommend consolidation or repeal; a technical amendment was adopted and the bill passed unanimously by those voting. HB 2008 would bar school libraries from using public funds to pay professional associations for libraries and librarians; opponents called it unnecessary and constitutionally problematic, while supporters framed it as limiting public spending. It passed 4-2 with one not voting. The committee also heard HB 2075, which would require school districts to submit superintendent and CFO contracts to ADE, post them online, and maintain a searchable database and annual compensation report. Supporters said it would improve transparency and prevent excessive or hidden compensation, while opponents argued it unfairly targeted district schools and should, if anything, apply to all publicly funded schools. After extended debate over transparency and comparisons to charter schools and ESAs, the bill received a due pass recommendation on a 4-2 vote with one not voting.

Transcript Highlights:

• And so I think where we all agree is teachers should be paid better.
• And meanwhile, it's teachers who get the shaft.
• And what did teachers get?
• That's what they pass on to teachers. And they use it as a district... ...couch for.
• That's what they pass on to teachers. And they use it as a dangle.

Summary: The Senate convened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and an electronic roll call showing 24 members present and six excused. After approving the journal, the body recessed for a performance marking America’s 250th birthday, then returned for introductions and recognitions, including Hispanic Leadership Institute Day at the Capitol, Children’s Health Day advocates, guests of members, and the doctor of the day. The Senate also handled routine calendar items, including gubernatorial nominations and bill referrals, and appointed Senator Shope to temporarily serve as vice chair of the Finance Committee for the day. The main floor action was on SCR 1032, a measure relating to school district budgets and classroom spending. The bill, as amended, would require larger school districts to spend at least 60% of operational spending on direct instructional expenses, with a step-in penalty reducing classroom site fund allocations for continued noncompliance. Senator Hoffman explained the amendment as a moderated version that exempted certain rural/smaller districts and phased in penalties over several years; supporters argued it would ensure more money reaches classrooms and teachers. Opponents, including Senators Epstein, Miranda, Kuby, and others, argued it would micromanage local school districts, ignore important non-classroom costs such as nurses, transportation, counselors, and librarians, and unfairly target district schools while excluding charter schools. The Senate adopted the committee and floor amendments and then passed SCR 1032 on third reading by a vote of 16-12, with 2 not voting, sending it to the House. The Senate also considered SB 1071 concerning the Arizona Rangers. Supporters said the bill was not a full repeal but would create external oversight, improve background checks, and increase accountability and training transparency. Some members said they expected the House to further amend the measure. SB 1071 passed on third reading by a vote of 17-11, with 2 not voting, and was transmitted to the House. The session concluded with caucus and committee announcements, a recognition of World Down Syndrome Day advocates, an invitation to SRP Day at the Capitol, and adjournment until the next day.

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• I'm an elementary teacher serving as the president of the Jefferson County Teachers Association.
• Um, I'm an elementary teacher Shepard.
• I Jefferson County Teachers Association.
• I know I'm a social studies teacher.
• </c> with teachers to get things done right. with teachers to get things done right.

Committee: Senate Education

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• Foster care, pulling a kid out of a home is traumatic already, and so having the same teachers and same
• And so having the same teachers and same support groups and same friends, I think, can really, really
• You want to be with your friends, the teachers that you love, all of the folks there.
• If you were a mom and your kid came home from school and said, the teacher threw me out of class today
• the 17-year marriage up until the time that this happened. kid came home from school and said, the teacher

Committee: House Children and Families

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• </c> small window for states to be prepared small window for states to be prepared for<00:36:47.040><
• The teachers, we talk a lot about teachers teaching dual credit.
• So that means that in a general education course, a teacher, if they're a high school teacher, they must
• :00.480><c> teachers</c><00:52:00.960><c> teaching</c><00:52:01.280><c> dual</c> talk a lot about teachers
• </c><02:08:36.000><c> is</c> able to say this teacher is able to say this teacher is available<02:08:

Summary: The committee met with a quorum, approved the previous meeting minutes, and heard a presentation from Austin Reid of the National Conference of State Legislatures on education-related provisions in the federal One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R. 1). Reid said the law is projected to increase the federal deficit over 10 years, with major savings coming from Medicaid, student loan changes, and SNAP. He focused on how those changes could affect schools, including possible effects on free and reduced-price meal certification, state funding formulas that use SNAP as a proxy for low-income status, and Medicaid-funded school services for students with disabilities. Reid also outlined the new federal scholarship tax credit, which gives a dollar-for-dollar credit for donations to qualifying scholarship-granting organizations. He said families up to 300% of area median income may benefit, the program begins in 2027, and states must opt in and designate eligible organizations. He noted unresolved questions about whether states can add their own criteria and said Treasury regulations will be important. He also described the expansion of 529 plans to cover more K-12 and postsecondary expenses. On higher education, Reid explained a new workforce Pell grant option for short-term programs, with states and governors playing a role in determining eligible programs. He said the programs must meet placement, completion, and earnings measures and that implementation is expected to be tight before the July 1, 2026 effective date. He also reviewed student loan changes, including lower institutional loan limits, prorated borrowing for part-time enrollment, new caps on graduate and Parent PLUS loans, and a new earnings-based accountability standard that could make some programs ineligible for student loans if graduates earn too little. No votes were taken beyond approval of the minutes.

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• </c> the teacher may want to impart. the teacher may want to impart.
• </c> teachers for salary increases. teachers for salary increases.
• </c> $1 will go to teachers. $1 will go to teachers.
• teachers teachers or<03:16:50.720><c> into</c><03:16:51.040><c> the</c><03:16:51.200><c> teachers</c
• </c> or into the teachers pockets. or into the teachers pockets.

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• [Applause] Members are engaging in willful, continuing breach of the quorum and the Chair is prepared
• The Chair is prepared to direct the Sergeant-at-Arms to restore order to the joint session. Mr.
• Three years ago, Payton McNabb was an all-star high school athlete, one of the best, preparing for a
• </c><01:36:21.199><c> our</c> incredible results helping prepare our incredible results helping prepare
• Nearly four years ago, amid rising tensions, a history teacher named Mark Fogle was detained in Russia

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• We're getting prepared to move Yes, sir.
• And a very beloved teacher at that.
• McPeek was my second grade teacher. Yeah. That was a long time ago. Not that long ago.
• McPeek was my<00:31:30.240><c> second</c><00:31:30.640><c> grade</c><00:31:30.960><c> teacher.
• </c> my second grade teacher. my second grade teacher. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah.

Committee: Senate Transportation

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• > running</c><00:17:00.800><c> the</c> It'll be HSTA teachers running the It'll be HSTA teachers running
• Teachers deserve to be paid more.
• teacher education program state approved teacher education program or<00:49:28.000><c> SAT</c><00:49
• But also, we can expand National Board Teacher certification to help teachers stay.
• But also, we can expand National Board Teacher certification to help teachers stay.

Summary: The committee on Education met on March 19 and moved through several bills under time pressure, hearing mostly brief testimony. SB 2024 SD2 and SB 896 SD2, both concerning public-private partnerships for charter school facilities, drew support from the Department of Education, the Charter School Commission, White Kids Can, and Hawaii Technology Academy. DOE said any P3 model should apply only to charter schools on private land and not affect public schools on DOE land. Supporters argued the approach could speed construction, reduce costs, and keep public money in public assets, while UPW and HGA raised concerns about privatization. In response, SFA said the intent was to mirror the existing conversion charter school model, with public ownership of assets and unionized staff, and noted some regions have waited years for schools. SB 2613 SD1 on TMK transfers was heard next. DOE said the bill had originally been supported as part of the governor’s package but was amended to require DOE to convey lands for 13 libraries on DOE property, which DOE said would create “donut holes” in campuses and was unnecessary because existing agreements already govern library use. The State Public Library System supported the bill, saying it has long coexisted with DOE but needs clearer separation and more reliable control over its sites. The Attorney General’s office said the library system currently lacks express statutory authority to own real property and flagged implementation issues because some of the affected parcels are not currently owned by DOE. Committee members questioned both sides about current agreements, communication, and how the bill would change operations. SB 494 SD2, concerning charter school audits, received comments from the Charter School Commission, which said the bill was redundant because charter schools already undergo annual audits during the term of their contracts. The Office of the Auditor was also present. SB 2391 SD2, relating to automatic pay increases for teachers, drew strong opposition from the Office of Collective Bargaining, which said step movement and longevity increases are negotiated in each contract and do not automatically carry over when a contract expires; it warned the bill could affect upcoming negotiations with HSTA. HSTA and several other supporters argued the bill would standardize annual step movement, improve retention, and reflect existing contract language. No votes or final actions were taken in the portion of the meeting provided.

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• And so I think where we all agree is teachers should be paid better.
• And meanwhile, it's teachers who get the shaft.
• And what did teachers get?
• That's what they pass on to teachers. And they use it as a district... ...couch for.
• That's what they pass on to teachers. And they use it as a dangle.

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• And then that preparing to do.
• </c> teacher at Campbell High School. teacher at Campbell High School.
• The uh of charter school teachers.
• Coaching for the teachers.
• Our teachers are fund education.

Bills: HB2459 , HB1616 , HB1799 , HB1604 , HB1732 , HB1736 , HB1931 , HB772 , HB2153 , HB2122 , HB2009 , HB2012 , HB1779 , HB2296 , HB2397 , HB2398 , HB1596 , HB2233 , HB1976 , HB1563 , HB815 , HB1655 , HB1851 , HB1941 , HB2037 , HB1635 , HB2201 , HB1943 , HB1163 , HB2452 , HB2429 , HB2148 , HB2306 , HB2007 , HB2049 , HB2616

Committee: House Finance

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• We've seen recently in the news teachers who get attacked in the classrooms or outside of the schools
• Representative Newell continues explaining that the bill responds to recent news reports of teachers
• I want to say that I enjoyed working with the Louisiana Teachers Federation on this amendment.
• We just kind of worked with the Teachers Federation to generate this.
• We just kind of work with the Teachers Federation to generate this.

Bills: HR112 , HR113 , HR114 , HCR51 , HCR52 , HR94 , HR95 , HR96 , HR97 , HR98 , HR99 , HR100 , HR103 , HR104 , HR105 , HR106 , HR107 , HR108 , HR109 , HR110 , HR111 , HCR46 , HCR47 , HCR48 , HCR49 , HCR50 , SCR25 , SB17 , SB300 , HCR35 , HB51 , HB82 , HB143 , HB145 , HB160 , HB180 , HB192 , HB393 , HB430 , HB445 , HB506 , HB515 , HB521 , HB565 , HB590 , HB614 , HB638 , HB647 , HB670 , HB672 , HB685 , HB692 , HB752 , HB773 , HB781 , HB799 , HB839 , HB860 , HB873 , HB874 , HB887 , HB917 , HB937 , HB956 , HB965 , HB972 , HB977 , HB982 , HB1006 , HB1010 , HB1044 , HB1072 , HB1088 , HB1157 , HB1179 , HB1200 , HR15 , HR20 , HCR14 , HCR6 , HCR19 , HCR10 , HR74 , HCR26 , HCR45 , HB54 , HB67 , HB73 , HB125 , HB133 , HB158 , HB168 , HB169 , HB191 , HB195 , HB245 , HB280 , HB283 , HB296 , HB319 , HB339 , HB399 , HB407 , HB448 , HB550 , HB591 , HB826 , HB995 , HB1085 , HB1086 , HB98 , HB108 , HB131 , HB151 , HB161 , HB288 , HB294 , HB305 , HB310 , HB320 , HB336 , HB380 , HB392 , HB403 , HB420 , HB459 , HB476 , HB540 , HB615 , HB631 , HB637 , HB648 , HB665 , HB682 , HB789 , HB813 , HB815 , HB835 , HB870 , HB905 , HB915 , HB933 , HB938 , HB987 , HB1040 , HB827 , HB953 , HB796 , HB352 , HB463 , HB735 , HB780 , HB882 , HB81 , HB400 , HB140 , HB750 , HB911 , HB961 , HB401 , HB901 , HB9 , HB52 , HB58 , HB154 , HB193 , HB284 , HB410 , HB570 , HB577 , HB582 , HB605 , HB733 , HB868 , HB952

Keywords: commendation, community service, religious leadership, New Orleans, anniversary, Martha's Vineyard, African-American Film Festival, Black excellence, cinema, cultural celebration, Black voices, film industry, Hannuh Ray, Louisiana, youth development, pageant, leadership, community, recognition, compensation

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• He then attended Southwest Baptist Theological Seminary in Fort Worth in preparation for a lifetime of
• Get to my prepared remarks, opening remarks.
• To my many friends, colleagues, and teachers, I thank you.
• Mr Mancini, in March of 2024, you posted on linked in that quote K 12 teachers are almost all product
• programs training K-12 teachers.

Committee: Senate Foreign Relations Committee

Keywords: Israel, Hamas, Panama Canal, U.S. foreign policy, terrorism, diplomacy, Chinese influence

Summary: The committee meeting was focused on various key issues, including the implications of recent violence in the Middle East and U.S. foreign policy in relation to Israel and Panama. Members discussed the need for diplomatic efforts between the U.S. and Israeli officials following the recent attack by Hamas. Governor Huckabee emphasized the importance of maintaining a strong U.S.-Israel relationship and reiterated the need for accountability for terrorist organizations involved in violent acts against civilians. Senators shared their concerns regarding the ramifications of U.S. actions in Panama and the presence of Chinese influence, highlighting the significance of the Panama Canal in terms of trade and security.

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• And it does so in a way that is simple, transparent, and urgently needed as Arizonans prepare to file
• And it does so in a way that is simple, transparent, and it urgently is needed as Arizonans prepare to
• In my legislative district, District 4, prepared to file their taxes.
• While giving taxpayers certainty as they prepare to file.
• My wife is a teacher. We send our kids to daycare at our shul. And it's always been absurd to me.

Summary: The House convened, approved the journal, recognized the Doctor of the Day, and welcomed several guest groups, including JAG students and students from Heila Ben High School. The chamber then moved into Committee of the Whole to consider HB 2153, the annual tax conformity bill, which was described by supporters as aligning Arizona tax law with recent federal changes and providing relief through no tax on tips and overtime, a larger child tax credit, a new child care expense deduction, and a deduction for certain retirement income. Opponents argued the measure would primarily benefit wealthy individuals and corporations, reduce state revenue, and leave some seniors out because the retirement-income deduction is tied to retirement accounts. Members also discussed the Department of Revenue’s already-issued tax forms and the need for certainty for filers. After extended debate, the Committee of the Whole gave HB 2153 a do pass recommendation by a vote of 31-26, and the House adopted the report and sent the bill to engrossing. The House then took up the Senate mirror bill, SB 1106, substituted for HB 2153, and after floor explanations of vote, passed it 31-27 with 2 not voting. Supporters said the bill would help working families, seniors, and small businesses and prevent filing confusion, while opponents repeated concerns about cost, fairness, and impacts on public services. The bill was transmitted to the Senate. Following the tax vote, members made several announcements, including birthday wishes and a tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., and committee chairs announced upcoming cancellations. The House then recessed and reconvened for first reading and referral of a long list of new bills covering topics such as elections, health care, education, transportation, public safety, taxation, housing, and appropriations. The session ended with a motion to adjourn until the next scheduled meeting.

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• Parents, teachers, taxpayers, and even former district officials have reached out with concerns.
• “Number two is, the reality is over 300 staff and teachers will be losing their jobs.
• I have been a teacher at CVUSD for 33 years, as one of the hundreds of faculty and staff.
• Next speaker: Michelle Warshall on behalf of the California Teachers Association in support.
• That is, over 900 teachers have come up here.

Summary: The committee heard several audit requests and related testimony. The first major item was an audit of Coachella Valley Unified School District’s contract and fiscal management. The author and supporters described long-standing fiscal mismanagement, large budget shortfalls, layoffs, contracting concerns, and questions about the district’s foundation and use of public funds. District representatives and the Riverside County Office of Education said the district is already under fiscal oversight, has a stabilization plan, and is working to reduce deficits and improve student outcomes. After extensive debate and public comment, the motion to approve the audit was put on call because the committee did not have the required votes from both houses at that moment. The committee then approved an audit of East Bay transit agencies in Alameda and Contra Costa counties. Senator Wahab argued the region’s many overlapping transit agencies create fragmentation, duplication, and inefficiency, especially amid a fiscal cliff and possible future tax increases. Transit agencies and labor representatives opposed the audit, saying the agencies already undergo multiple audits, serve distinct local needs, and are implementing regional coordination efforts. After testimony from agency leaders and public commenters, the committee voted to approve the audit. The next item was an audit of California Community Colleges’ unrestricted reserves. Senator Archuleta and supporting faculty representatives said reserves have grown substantially and may be diverting resources from student services, instruction, and workforce programs. They argued there is little oversight when reserves become too high. The Chancellor’s Office and Calbright College were invited to respond, and the audit objectives focused on reserve growth, reasons for high balances, oversight by the Chancellor’s Office, and effects on students and staff. The transcript cuts off during the Chancellor’s Office response, so the final committee action on this item is not shown.