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• . >> I PLEDGE ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA AND TO THE REPUBLIC FOR WHICH IT
• THEY RECOGNIZE THE COMMON THREAD THAT UNITED THE EXPERIENCE OF EACH AND EVERY ONE OF THOSE PRIOR REPUBLICS
• THE FOUNDERS BELIEVED IN THE WORDS OF ALEXANDER HAMILTON AND IT FELL TO THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
• GOVERNMENT WORKERS PER CAPITA ARE LESS THAN HALF THE NATIONAL AVERAGE AND THE LOWEST IN ALL OF THESE UNITED
• GOD BLESS THE FREE STATE OF FLORIDA AND GOD BLESS THESE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. . >> Ben Albritton:

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• the many prayer warriors walking around this building, for the other chaplain in this building, we unite
• in this building for the other chaplain in this building<00:01:41.520> we<00:01:41.759> unite
• pray<00:01:42.640> for<00:01:42.880> these<00:01:43.079> men building we unite
• to pray for these men building we unite to pray for these men and<00:01:43.439> women<00:01:43.799
• Please remain standing and recite the pledge of allegiance to the flag of the United States of America

Keywords: 1183, house

Summary: The House convened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and a quorum call, then approved the previous day’s journal without objection. The clerk reported a large batch of newly introduced House files, numbered 26 through 308, for first reading. The chamber also received messages from the Senate announcing its organization and the election of Bobby Joe Champion as President of the Senate. The main substantive action was a motion by Representative Gilman to recall House File 22 from the Education Policy Committee and re-refer it to Children and Families Finance and Policy, with the bill described as relating to families and creating a Parents’ Bill of Rights before returning to Education Policy. The motion was adopted. No further debate on the bill occurred in this meeting. During announcements, Representatives Skraba and Johnson invited members to a St. Louis County delegation reception on February 12 in St. Paul, highlighting regional projects, businesses, nonprofits, government, and labor unions. The House then adopted a motion to adjourn until 3:30 p.m. on Thursday, February 13, 2025, and subsequently adjourned.

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• Remain standing and recite the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag of the United States of America: I pledge
• allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the republic for which it stands, one
• 02.000> the pledge of allegiance to the flag of the pledge of allegiance to the flag of the United
• <00:02:02.600> States<00:02:02.880> of United States of United States of America<00:02:
• 07.560> the America I pledge Ali to the flag of the America I pledge Ali to the flag of the unit

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Summary: The House convened with prayer by Reverend Justin Grim of the St. Paul area and the Pledge of Allegiance, then the clerk called the roll and announced a quorum was present. The House approved the Journal of the previous day without objection and adopted the reports of standing committees and divisions. During the order of business, the chief clerk reported House Files 194 through 309 for first reading. The House also took up non-controversial motions, which prevailed without objection. No bill debate or substantive policy testimony occurred in this segment. In announcements, Representative Nisa moved that when the House adjourns it do so until 3:30 p.m. Monday, January 27, 2025. The motion prevailed, and the House adjourned accordingly.

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• before an interview with the United before an interview with the United States<00:52:52.800>
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• <02:15:22.800> Chair seven, line 17, United States. Chair seven, line 17, United States.

Bills: HB1838, HB1870, HB2445, HB2540, HB1886, HB1839, HB2269, HB1939, HB2037, HB1635, HB1941, HB1576, HB2568, HB2267, HB2590, HB2266, HB2597, HB2499, HB2500, HB2502, HB2607, HB2137, HB2357, HB1782

Keywords: HB1838, Hawaii, Act 142, U visa, T visa, U nonimmigrant status, T nonimmigrant status, immigration certification, visa certification, Form I-918 Supplement B, Form I-914 Supplement B, noncitizen victims, crime victim, human trafficking, victim helpfulness, law enforcement certification, prosecutor certification, judicial review, circuit court, confidentiality

Summary: The committee opened testimony on House Bill 1838, relating to visas. Testifiers from the State Health Planning and Development Agency, the legal clinic, the Hawaii State Coalition Against Domestic Violence, the ACLU, CARES, and immigrant-rights groups strongly supported the bill, saying it would bring Hawaii into compliance with federal law, standardize and speed up certification for U and T visa applicants, and better protect survivors of crime and trafficking. Supporters emphasized that delays in certification can leave eligible survivors waiting years for federal visa access and can undermine public safety by discouraging victims from reporting crimes. The chair announced there were 103 testimonies in support and one in opposition, and the committee then moved on without taking a vote on the bill in the hearing. The committee next heard House Bill 1870, concerning protected locations and immigration enforcement. Testimony from the Hawaii Coalition for Immigrant Rights, ACLU of Hawaii, educators, students, and community advocates supported limiting immigration enforcement at schools and other essential-service sites, arguing that families should be able to access education, health care, shelters, libraries, and social services without fear. The Department of Education said it had already issued guidance in March 2025 for how staff should respond when law enforcement comes onto campus, and the Public Charter School Commission noted implementation would need to occur at the school level. Testifiers said the bill would create standardized protocols and protect students and families from fear and disruption; the chair reported 142 testimonies in support, one in opposition, and five comments. The committee then took up House Bill 2445, relating to student safety and law enforcement on campus. The Department of Education again said it had already rolled out statewide guidance and described its process for staff to notify administration, verify law enforcement identification and purpose, and route matters through the complex area superintendent and attorney general, while noting emergencies would be handled differently. A committee member questioned whether the procedures were sufficiently standardized and whether staff were trained for unusual situations. Student and community testifiers supported the bill, saying schools should remain safe havens and that clear procedures are needed if federal immigration enforcement appears on campus. The Department of Law Enforcement testified in opposition to parts of the measure, raising concerns about masking requirements, vehicle markings, officer safety, doxxing, retaliation, costs, and possible supremacy-clause conflicts, and suggested more exemptions and a compromise approach. The chair reported 106 testimonies in support, two comments, and no opposition for the bill before moving on to the next measure.

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• By moving it from one hour to 15-minute units, we're really looking to create some program integrity
• By moving it from one hour to 15-minute units, we're really looking to create some program integrity
• By moving it from one hour to 15-minute units, we're really looking to create some program integrity
• relates to day and and unit-based relates to day and and unit-based services<00:26:59.520> so
• <00:52:40.200> being services and volume of units being services and volume of units being

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• services as well as the number of units services as well as the number of units and<00:18:45.760
• And finally, regarding disability waiver growth, day and unit-based services.
• disability waiver growth day and unit disability waiver growth day and unit Based<00:34:12.000><
• The billing codes would then be transitioned from a 1-hour unit to a 15-minute unit, which will enable
• from a 1-hour unit to a 15minute<00:52:30.079> unit<00:52:31.079> um<00:52:31.280>

Keywords: 1183, house

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• If you're taking a look at the bottom quarter of units in terms of who they serve relative to income,
• rent to keep the units affordable so rent to keep the units affordable so their<00:32:52.880> operating
• in terms of who they quarter of of units in terms of who they serve<00:36:55.599> relative<00
• Does the agency have a role in um addressing the backlog of repairs in some of these units in some of
• <01:13:45.159> that I um but so the the supply of units that I um but so the the supply of

Keywords: 1183, house

Summary: The committee met for an agency overview from Minnesota Housing Commissioner Jennifer Ho. After member and staff introductions, Ho described Minnesota Housing’s mission, structure, and role as a mission-driven financial institution that issues bonds, uses earnings to support operations, and works across the housing continuum from homelessness prevention to homeownership and preservation. She emphasized that the agency is not a builder or regulator, but funds and partners with developers, local governments, nonprofits, and lenders. She also noted the agency’s four divisions, including a new local government housing programs division created after the 2023 legislative session expanded the agency’s responsibilities. Ho reviewed funding and program activity, saying Minnesota Housing spent $1.96 billion in fiscal year 2024 and helped more than 73,000 households. She highlighted that the agency’s work is heavily competitive and often oversubscribed, with many projects selected through RFPs and grants but more applications than available resources. She discussed 2023 and 2024 investments, including homeownership, rental, and manufactured housing projects, and said roughly half of competitive dollars have gone to Greater Minnesota over the last several years. She also explained the difference between funds committed and funds actually disbursed, noting that construction and rehabilitation projects can take many months to close and draw down funds. The commissioner also updated members on new programs created in 2023 and 2024, including first-generation down payment assistance, the Greater Minnesota Workforce Housing Development Program, public housing rehabilitation, state housing tax credits, and other local and regional initiatives. She said some programs are already closed out, while others remain in early implementation or are still accepting applications. Ho mentioned a forthcoming technical amendment to adjust a high-rise sprinkler program after eligibility issues limited participation. She closed with examples of projects preserved or funded, including a St. Louis Park preservation deal, public housing preservation in Greater Minnesota, a St. Cloud challenge project, and the first-generation down payment assistance program, which distributed $50 million to about 1,450 first-time buyers, most of whom were Black, Indigenous, or people of color. No votes or formal committee actions were taken.

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• This recommendation includes three additional FTE for our internal control and accountability unit.
• and the volume of State Labor units and the volume of State Labor Relations<00:10:38.720> work
• Our requests for the 26 new FTE would strengthen our conviction review unit, our antitrust division,
• The United States economy is built on competition.
• The United States economy is built on competition.

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• States on all state funded the United States on all state funded building<00:33:53.120> projects.
• So your testimony said New Hampshire. >> Well, United States. Yes. I apologize. >> Okay.
• Hampshire and not the United States? Hampshire and not the United States?
• I personally buy a lot of goods made in the United States and as many things as I can locally sourced
• made in the United States and as<00:43:02.880> many<00:43:03.040> things<00:43:03.200>

Keywords: 928, house, all

Summary: The committee first heard Senate Bill 497, a technical correction to last year’s capital budget. Shannon Reid of the Community College System of New Hampshire explained that the bill removes leftover state-agency boilerplate from a repurposed capital appropriation and replaces it with community college language, without changing any dollar amounts. She also described a requested amendment to rename a respiratory therapy renovation appropriation at Nashua Community College as an allied health instructional center, so the space can be used more flexibly for programs such as phlebotomy, radiologic technology, and LNA training. Terry Poff of the General Court then testified on the second part of the bill, which changes legislative space references to support the move of General Court offices from the second floor to the fourth floor of the annex as part of the legislative office building reconfiguration. Members asked whether the community college changes affected funding, and Reid confirmed the amounts do not change and that the bill simply speeds up a correction that otherwise would have been handled later in the lapse process. Poff said the annex space change is part of a permanent transition, though the work cannot proceed until the General Court has legal control of the space. The committee then entered executive session, adopted Amendment 1031H on a 12-0 vote, and voted ought to pass as amended on SB 497 by a 12-0 vote, with several members absent. The bill was placed on the consent calendar. The committee next opened a hearing on Senate Bill 529FN, which would give preference to lumber sourced in the United States on state-funded building projects. Representative Davis, introducing the bill for Senator Roachford, argued that New Hampshire timber is disadvantaged by grading rules that treat U.S. lumber differently from Canadian SPF lumber, even when the wood is from similar species and climates. He said the bill is intended to support New Hampshire’s timber industry and that architects and engineers would still be able to specify stronger materials when needed. Committee members questioned whether the bill should instead refer specifically to New Hampshire lumber, how it would be enforced, and what the cost impact would be. Davis and later witness Mike Olette said the issue is tied to industry grading standards rather than a government code, that the bill is meant to create a preference rather than a mandate, and that price differences are hard to pin down because lumber is a commodity. Olette, who lives near the border, testified that New Hampshire logs are often sent to Canada for milling and then return under a different grade, which he said puts New Hampshire loggers and mills at an economic disadvantage.

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• It was the United States, Russia, and Ukraine. They had 3,000 nuclear weapons.
• They voluntarily gave up those nuclear weapons for security guarantees from Russia, the United States
• legal and moral commitments, the United legal and moral commitments, the United States<00:07:30.720
• This commemoration also marks the 80th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the United States
• <00:18:56.960> States<00:18:57.760> and<00:18:57.919> the between the United

Bills: SB1432, SB2024, SB2043, SB2060, SB2069, SB2153, SB2259, SB2319, SB2321, SB2338, SB2360, SB2396, SB2405, SB2407, SB2544, SB2550, SB2552, SB2578, SB2580, SB2607, SB2614, SB2671, SB2800, SB2805, SB2816, SB2835, SB2877, SB2892, SB2928, SB2934, SB3063, SB3199, SB3233, SB3325, HCR8, HCR10, HCR11, HCR13, HCR14, HCR18, HCR19, HCR22, HCR24, HCR31, HCR32, HCR33, HCR35, HCR54, HCR62, HCR63, HCR66, HCR67, HCR82, HCR83, HCR85, HCR91, HCR93, HCR94, HCR96, HCR98, HCR102, HCR104, HCR105, HCR106, HCR110, HCR111, HCR116, HCR117, HCR118, HCR121, HCR122, HCR123, HCR124, HCR125, HCR127, HCR128, HCR137, HCR139, HCR140, HCR141, HCR144, HCR146, HCR162, HCR165, HCR166, HCR173, HCR178, HCR179, HCR180, HCR181, HCR182, HCR185, HCR189, HCR191, HCR192, HCR193, HCR194, HCR200, HCR202, HCR6, HCR36, HCR42, HCR43, HCR44, HCR53, HCR57, HCR61, HCR64, HCR69, HCR84, HCR101, HCR103, HCR107, HCR112, HCR126, HCR136, HCR154, HCR161, HCR175, HCR186, HCR187, HCR188, HCR197, HCR203, HCR204, HCR206, HB1870, HB1588, HB2429, HB2386, HB2583, HB2361, HB2270, HB2137, HB1643, HB1682, HB1692, HB2078, HB1553, HB1667, HB1700, HB1728, HB2293, HB2096, HB1959, HB1511, HB1961, HB1858, HB1897, HB2088, HB2093, HB2279, HB2314, HB2505, HB2433, HB963, HB1705, HB1550, HB469, HB1334, HB1710, HB1737, HB1753, HB1881, HB2309, HB1713, HB1741, HB2062, HB463, HB1839, HB1664, HB2455, HB2417, HB1898, HB1573, HB1768, HB1962, HB2101, HB1782, HB2033, HB1518, HB1642, HB1752, HB2097, HB2282, HB1696, HB1823, HB1886, HB2152, HB2413, HB2503, HB1875, HB1519, HB1509, HB1628, HB1810, HB1990, HB2023, HB2540, HB1679, HB1888, HB2576, HB2592

Keywords: Kalaupapa, Kalawao, Molokai, Maui County, county consolidation, Hansen's disease, leprosy, Department of Health, DOH, patient residents, former patients, public health, transition planning, jurisdiction transfer, county governance, historical preservation, cultural preservation, environmental remediation, community input, Kalaupapa Settlement

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• 00.240> allow namely um whether the bill would allow namely um whether the bill would allow units
• to remain vacant after the initial units to remain vacant after the initial one-year<00:17:03.120>
• We'll also make clear that this is the program that will apply to the majority of the project units under
• <00:22:31.919> under<00:22:32.320> HRS majority of the project units under HRS majority
• of the project units under HRS 21H-38 21H-38 21H-38 replacing<00:22:34.880> existing<00:22:35.360

Keywords: 912, senate, all

Summary: The Senate Committee on Housing heard and then took action on a series of housing-related bills concerning HHFDC, HPHA, inclusionary zoning, nonprofit housing trusts, housing project exemptions, the rental housing revolving fund, and a new for-sale housing program. Testimony was generally supportive from HHFDC and HPHA, with additional support from groups such as Hawaii YIMBY, Grassroot Institute of Hawaii, Hawaii Appleseed, Housing Hawaii’s Future, Holo Collaborative, the Kobayashi Group, and others. On SB 2424, the Kobayashi Group argued the bill would help open housing to a broader pool of local households, including buyers slightly above income limits who still cannot afford market-rate housing. On SB 2342, the chair asked HHFDC for final figures on rental housing revolving fund appropriations since 2016 and was told the amount was about $1.1 billion, including conveyance tax revenue. In decision-making, the committee recommended passage of SB 2189 with amendments, noting concerns about transparency and accountability in HHFDC’s loan-award process; SB 2190 with amendments; SB 2234 with amendments; SB 2177 with amendments; SB 2194 unamended; SB 2342 with amendments; SB 2060 with amendments; and SB 2070 with amendments. The committee deferred SB 2195 and SB 2196 after testimony comments, and deferred SB 2063 because the chair said SB 2060 would be used instead as the vehicle for mixed-income subaccount changes. SB 2424 was discussed in hearing but then deferred in decision-making pending legal advice on issues including owner-occupancy, county income restrictions, buyback rules, and county council approval. The committee also heard testimony on SB 2062 and its proposed SD1, but deferred that measure because the relevant changes had already been incorporated into SB 2060 SD1.

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• WE HAVE FIVE SEPARATE NURSING UNITS IN THE HOME AND THEY HAVE A COMPETITION GOING OF WHO CAN HAVE THE
• FEWEST FALLS ON THEIR UNIT EACH MONTH WE RECOGNIZE THE UNIT WITH THE FEWEST FALLS WHETHER IT'S A PIZZA
• YES WE ARE AT FULL CAPACITY TODAY AND WE DO HAVE A MEMORY CARE SECURE UNIT SO OUR MEMORY CARE UNIT IS
• SECURE MEANING YOU HAVE TO KNOW THE CODE TO GET OUT OF THE UNIT AND THERE ARE MANY RESIDENTS OF THAT
• BUT THEY ARE ON THE SECOND FLOOR WITHIN A SECURE UNIT.

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• I pledge allegiance to the flag... ...to the flag, the United States of America, and to the Republic
• For as long as there has been a United States and as long as there has been California, we have welcomed
• red states as well as blue states, Republican communities as well as Democratic communities, the United
• So if you support deaf students, you should support the United States Department of Education.
• In 1967, after completing his service in the United States Air Force, Larry started his new position

Summary: The Assembly met after a quorum call, prayer, and pledge, with members observing a moment of silence for the Minnesota tragedy mentioned by the Speaker. The chamber then moved quickly through a large daily file, taking up many Senate amendments and third-reading measures, with most bills passing by wide margins or unanimously. Early procedural actions included returning AB 1308 to the Senate, rescinding action on SB 863, and later taking up several resolutions and bills on concurrence and third reading. Among the main policy items, members adopted AJR 8 on temporary protected status after debate over immigration policy, and AJR 19 urging opposition to dismantling the U.S. Department of Education. The Assembly also adopted ACR 112 recognizing September as Deaf Awareness Month, with several members speaking in support of the deaf community and accessibility. Other notable measures included bills on water reclamation and Colorado River Aqueduct maintenance (AB 580), telehealth (AB 688), housing approvals and ADU enforcement/cleanup (AB 920, SB 9, SB 543), pension and retirement rules (SB 301), volunteer fire department tax exemptions (SB 87), dementia training for home care aides (SB 412), and a San Francisco public-safety measure on stolen goods resale (SB 276), which drew opposition over permitting and criminalization concerns. The Assembly also passed or concurred in a number of Senate bills dealing with local government finance and infrastructure, public contracts, the Delta, fairgrounds compensation, and San Francisco liquor licenses, as well as AJR 3 on Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid. Most measures were approved on roll-call votes with few no votes; SB 227 and SB 276 were urgency measures and received the required two-thirds support. The consent calendar was adopted unanimously, and the day concluded with several adjournment-in-memory tributes, including remembrances of former Assembly staffer Lawrence Merman, Jeff Brady, Fran Urcini, and Alejandro Luna, before the House adjourned until the next morning.

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• I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the republic for which it stands
• This is a time to celebrate something that was very landmark and something that we should unite.
• I want to be somebody who travels all across our great state of California and throughout the United
• I'm very proud to have the largest concentration of Cambodian-Americans in the United States.
• And I believe that all of us, irrespective of our political party, should be united.

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• Amy Trombley, I'm with Initiative Foundation and formerly with United Way of Central Minnesota.
• United Way of Central Minnesota was so inspired by this work and this opportunity to be able to develop
• United Way of Central Minnesota was so inspired by this work and this opportunity to be able to develop
• United Way of Central Minnesota was so inspired by this work and this opportunity to be able to develop
• Minnesota that they are committed to making this program available for all kids within the United Way

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• This position would be part of the department's cannabis track and trace field support unit.
• Total units sold at retail, so that's you know production at the farm.
• If we go all the way up through final retail, units sold were up about five percent in 2024.
• Quantity produced is up, prices are down, and unit prices are down more.
• Those are the things that interact to tell us how much is produced and what unit prices are.

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• We're having a huge wealth transfer in this generation in the United States.
• And the U.S. dollar is an excellent unit of account. It's an excellent means of exchange.
• And the U.S. dollar is an excellent unit of account.
• Thank you in the United States as well. Thank you. Thank you. Other questions?
• Lawrence Hilton with the United Precious Metals Association. Mr. Hilton, you are recognized.

Summary: The committee first took up SB 794, as amended by a late-filed strike-all, which would require a human being to make insurance claim denial decisions and prohibit artificial intelligence from being the sole basis for a denial. The sponsor said the bill was intended to preserve human oversight while allowing innovation in claims processing. Public testimony included support from the Florida Insurance Consumer Advocate and the Florida Medical Association, along with one speaker urging additional protections for homeowners. The committee adopted the strike-all and reported SB 794 favorably with committee substitutes. Members then heard SB 134, which removes the $500 threshold on the sales tax exemption for bullion, making sales of gold, silver, and platinum bullion fully exempt and eliminating certain dealer documentation requirements. Supporters argued the change would reduce a regressive tax and help consumers preserve savings; the sponsor estimated a revenue impact of about $300,000. The bill was reported favorably. The committee also adopted a strike-all on SB 888, which directs the Office of Insurance Regulation to create a more consumer-friendly homeowners insurance website with premium comparison information, market data, rate filing access, and educational resources. The sponsor and Leader Boyd said the goal was to improve transparency and help consumers navigate a stabilizing market. SB 888 was reported favorably with committee substitutes. The final bill heard was SB 1578, covering mammograms and supplemental breast cancer screenings. The sponsor said it would expand coverage requirements in ACA plans and private insurance policies, including annual mammograms for women ages 40 to 50 and supplemental screening coverage, while noting Medicaid already provides these services. The Florida Insurance Consumer Advocate waived in support, and the bill was reported favorably. After the bills, the committee held a lengthy panel discussion on gold and silver as legal tender and transactional money, with testimony from officials from Utah and Florida, industry representatives, and advocacy groups. Panelists discussed constitutional authority, consumer protections, depository oversight, taxation issues, and possible transactional platforms for precious metals. No further action was taken after the discussion, and the committee adjourned.

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• In Colorado, there the United States.
• The sister came to the United States with her husband, and they sponsored Fred to come to the United
• The sister Na came to the United all.
• sponsored Fred to come to the United sponsored Fred to come to the United States<00:41:06.319>
• > States<01:46:55.600> Supreme County in 2023 United States Supreme County in 2023 United

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• From 2000 to 2022, the United daughter.
• Johnson of the United States Air Force.
• And today, the United States are proud.
• Americans born and raised in the United Americans born and raised in the United States.
• $4,000 to smuggle him into the United $4,000 to smuggle him into the United States.<04:42:05.600

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 1012, house, all

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• Um this is a key units of government.
• <00:28:33.840> of maintenance with local units of maintenance with local units of government
• Chair, for us to acknowledge the costs that this unit of government, the state unit of government, might
• Chair, for us to acknowledge the costs that this unit of government, the state unit of government, might
• <00:57:38.240> of that represent uh local units of that represent uh local units of government

Keywords: 1187, senate, all