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• out a map but there are spots in other parts of Texas that the Forest Service has diagnosed is or dedicated
• Dedicated annual funding ensures...
• Dedicated annual funding ensures these volunteer fire departments in high-risk areas receive consistent

Bills: SB868, SB1337, SB1371, SB1377, SB1426, SB1620, SB2064, SB2065, SJR4

Keywords: SB 868, rural volunteer fire department assistance program, volunteer fire department assistance fund, Texas Government Code, wildfire, wildland fire, high-risk wildfire area, fire suppression, rural fire departments, volunteer firefighters, emergency response, public safety, grant allocation, appropriations, disaster preparedness, tax penalties, interest calculation, overpayment, tax law, refund process

Summary: The Senate Finance Committee heard several bills focused on tax administration, transportation, emergency services, historic preservation, forensic training, pension funding, and the state’s rainy day fund. Senate Bill 1337, by Senator Creighton, would require the comptroller to assess penalty and interest only on the net tax due and allow sales and use tax overpayments to offset underpayments more automatically; it was left pending while the author, comptroller staff, and a private witness continued working on the language and fiscal note. Senate Bill 1371, by Senator Hinojosa, would address Corpus Christi transit authority operations, including emergency refueling coordination, fare-setting procedures, and board term limits; it received supportive testimony and was left pending. Senate Bill 1377, by Senator Perry, would create a grant program for rural counties to buy ambulances, with a committee substitute expanding eligible uses in some cases to equipment and setting a sunset date; numerous EMS officials, county representatives, and association witnesses testified in support, emphasizing rising ambulance costs, staffing shortages, and the need for rural emergency coverage, and the bill was left pending after testimony. Senate Bill 868, by Senator Sparks, would direct at least 10% of volunteer fire department assistance funding to high wildfire-risk areas; Texas A&M Forest Service explained the map and methodology, and the committee substitute was adopted. The committee also heard Senate Bill 1426, which would place the First Capitol State Historic Site in West Columbia under Texas Historical Commission stewardship, and Senate Bill 1620, which would create a Texas Forensic Analyst Apprenticeship Pilot Program through the Office of Court Administration to address forensic scientist shortages; both had no opposition in testimony and their committee substitutes were adopted. Senate Bill 2065 would change the Texas Emergency Services Retirement System funding structure to require an actuarially determined state contribution and address the system’s unfunded liability over 30 years; Pasadena fire department representatives testified that the pension is an important volunteer retention tool, and the bill was left pending after testimony. Senate Joint Resolution 4 would raise the Economic Stabilization Fund cap from 10% to 15% of biennial revenue deposits, with a committee substitute correcting the effective date to September 1, 2027; the committee discussed the fund’s current balance and purpose before adopting the substitute. After quorum was established, the committee voted out the measures. Senate Bill 1868, Senate Bill 1371, Senate Bill 264, Senate Joint Resolution 4, Senate Bill 1426, Senate Bill 1620, and Senate Bill 2065 were all reported favorably to the full Senate, with some bills also certified for the local and uncontested calendar. The committee substitute for Senate Bill 868 was adopted and the bill was reported favorably as well. The committee then recessed subject to the call of the chair.

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• Carbon Sound is a streaming service that's dedicated to the depth, breadth, and influence of Black musical
• expression. is a streaming service that's dedicated to the depth, breadth, and influence of Black musical
• Thank you for your dedication to teaching also.

Bills: HF1679, HF1019, HF2321, HF1740, HF2278

Keywords: public television, funding, grants, arts and culture, Minnesota, Minnesota Public Radio, arts education, cultural heritage, community engagement, public radio, community radio, educational grants, community cable, public access, programming funding, civic engagement, ethnic media, public access television, Minnesota Humanities Center, funding appropriation

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• I commend California's certified registered nurse anesthetists, CRNA, for their expertise, dedication
• She's dedicated her public her career to public service and combating anti-semitism, and has a deep commitment
• community, on behalf of the legislature, I just want to say thank you to all of the incredibly brave and dedicated

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• Representative Peisch of Wellesley, honoring Abby Goodman upon her retirement after 30 years of dedication
• Also thank you to the gentleman from the North End, the chairman of Ways and Means, and his dedicated

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The House received a Governor’s message on fiscal year 2026 supplemental appropriations, which was referred to the Committee on Ways and Means. The Committee on Rules reported several resolutions, including honors for Abby Goodman, a resolution reaffirming Massachusetts-Taiwan friendship, recognition of the Cambodian-American community’s Khmer New Year celebration, and Elks National Youth Week; the House suspended the rules and approved them. The House also concurred with Senate petitions on assisted living residences and medication administration in rest homes, sending them to the Committee on Aging and Independence. The main legislative business was House Bill 5279/5375, the transportation bond bill financing long-term improvements to municipal roads and bridges. Ways and Means recommended a substitute bill, House 5375, with a $2.737 billion general obligation bond authorization, and the House adopted the amendment and ordered the bill to a third reading. Later, the House took up House 5375 directly, heard support from members emphasizing Chapter 90 road funding, municipal flexibility, rural road mileage distribution, and broader transportation investments, and then passed the bill to be engrossed by roll call vote, 155-0. The House also passed House Bill 5371, authorizing grants of easements or takings of certain parcels of land to the city of Boston, to be engrossed. In addition, the chamber received and filed the Secretary of the Commonwealth’s report on the March 31, 2026 special election for the 5th Essex District, adopted an order to escort the Governor and Executive Council into the chamber, and administered the oaths of office to Representative-elect Andrew Tarr. The session ended with an order to adjourn until the next day at 11 a.m. in informal session.

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• Senate Bill 1369 ensures Oklahoma's 988 mental health lifeline remains operational by creating a dedicated
• on this, but I thought the Rhodes Trust Fund was already close to max every year and that we're dedicating

Bills: SB1319, SB1369, SB1378, SB1379, SB1309, SB1330, SB1481, SB1546, SB1122, SB1403

Keywords: SB1319, Corporation Commission, Oklahoma, remediation, environmental emergency, brine contamination, oil contamination, oilfield pollution, residential property, home buyout, property acquisition, fair market value, revolving fund, remediation fund, state plugging funds, well plugging, abandoned well, natural breakout, Department of Environmental Quality, DEQ

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• accompany his studies in philosophy and theology, focusing on priest formation and evangelization dedicated
• accompany his studies in philosophy and theology, focusing on priest formation and evangelization dedicated

Keywords: 1182, all

Summary: The House convened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, approval of the prior journal, and recognition of the Doctor of the Day, Dr. Laura Mercer. Members also introduced guests and honored National Women’s History Month visitors, Father Andres Arango and interfaith guests, Jeremiah Pate, and a proclamation declaring March 25, 2026, as Cerebral Palsy Awareness Day. The House also noted the birth of the pro tem’s son and announced several committee substitutions and bill referrals on the Speaker’s desk. In Committee of the Whole, the House considered SB 1092, SB 1097, and SB 1135, and each received a do-pass recommendation. SB 1092 was described as ending probation or early release for people convicted of dangerous crimes against children. SB 1097 was identified as the annual claimant bill, and SB 1135 also passed without discussion. The Committee of the Whole report was adopted, and the three bills were referred to engrossing. On third reading, SB 1430, the annual tax corrections bill relating to the Department of Revenue, passed 51-0. One member raised concern that a provision might affect tax exemptions, while another explained that the bill was intended as a technical cleanup and that any policy-changing language had been removed in committee. The House then announced committee meetings for Wednesday and Thursday and adjourned until 10 a.m. Thursday, March 26, 2026.

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• And whereas volunteer blood donors and the dedicated professionals who support blood collection and distribution
• State Legislature hereby recognizes and honors the West Valley Regional Chamber for its unwavering dedication

Keywords: 1182, all

Summary: The House convened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, approved the prior journal, and took attendance. Members then recognized several guest groups and individuals, including the West Valley Regional Chamber, Habitat for Humanity, Special Olympics Arizona, Vitalant for National Blood Donor Month, and veterans and military family representatives in advance of a Veterans Caucus meeting. A proclamation was read recognizing January as National Blood Donor Month in Arizona and honoring Vitalant’s role in supplying blood to Arizona patients. The chamber also heard a declaration naming January 22, 2026, West Valley Regional Chamber Day, and members made personal remarks, including a memorial tribute to Jennifer Marie Walker Skaggs and announcements about committee meetings and caucus events. The House recorded attendance, entered committee reports, and processed a large number of bills through first and second reading, covering elections, education, veterans, health, housing, taxation, artificial intelligence, public safety, and other topics. Several bills were also withdrawn and reassigned to different committees, including referrals to Artificial Intelligence and Innovation, Government, and Public Safety and Law Enforcement. No substantive floor debate or final votes on legislation occurred in the transcript beyond procedural motions. The House later recessed and reconvened, continued first-reading referrals for additional bills and resolutions, and then adjourned on a motion approved by voice vote until 1:15 p.m. Monday, January 26, 2026.

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• I APPRECIATE YOUR DEDICATION TO FLORIDA FARM FAMILIES. AND THE COMMUNITIES THAT SURROUND THEM.
• IN PARTICULAR I AM GRATEFUL FOR YOUR DEDICATION CLEARLY ON ISSUES THAT IMPACT CHILDREN IN OUR STATE.

Keywords: 998, house, all

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• Over time, these local advocacy groups united to form a national organization dedicated to supporting
• Its cemeteries, parks, and the Liberty Memorial Garden further reflect the community's dedication to

Bills: HCR7

Keywords: memorial, tribute, military service, community contribution, Texas legislature

Summary: The Senate Committee on Administration met with six members present and took up several commemorative and code-revision measures, along with one hospice/palliative care resolution. Senator Hall presented HB 2703, designating July as American Patriotism Month, and HCR 7, designating September 29 as Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States Day; both drew no public testimony and were reported favorably. Senator Kolkhorst presented HB 1615, a non-substantive Texas Legislative Council recodification bill relating to water and wastewater special districts, which was also reported favorably. Senator Parker presented HCR 86 recognizing Denton’s “31 Days of Denton Halloween,” and Senator Johnson presented HB 1620, another non-substantive code update; both were left pending at first and later reported favorably. Senator Johnson also presented SB 644, creating Hospice and Palliative Care Day on the second Saturday in October, which was left pending and later reported favorably. The committee also heard HCR 75, HCR 93, HCR 126, and HCR 92. HCR 75 concerned a local designation tied to marina/guide services and was left pending initially, then later reported favorably. HCR 93 would renew Nacogdoches as the Garden Capital of Texas, HCR 126 would designate Corrigan as the Timber Products Capital of Texas, and HCR 92 would designate the fourth Thursday in March as Tuskegee Airmen Commemoration Day; all were heard without public opposition and later reported favorably. Several members emphasized the historical, cultural, or economic significance of the local designations, while the code-update bills were described as non-substantive recodifications prepared by the Texas Legislative Council. After taking up pending business, the committee voted to report the measures favorably, with most also recommended for the May 14, 2025 local and uncontested calendar. The committee certified the local and uncontested calendar list for that date, with some items removed because they had already passed earlier in the day or had other issues. The meeting concluded with a motion to recess.

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• Representatives and the coastal positions that are dedicated—the three positions that are dedicated for

Bills: SB1468, SB1612, SB1789, SB2530, SB2571, SB2717, SB2967

Keywords: utility systems, Texas A&M, regents authority, construction, improvement, construction contracts, trust funds, property rights, mechanics lien, contractors, trustee liability, mechanic's lien, liability, attorney's fees, windstorm insurance, Texas Windstorm Insurance Association, insurance regulation, administrative penalties, coastal counties, catastrophe year

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• ROGER HAS BEEN WITH THE AGENCY FOR 30 YEARS AND WE HAVE THE MOST DEDICATED GROUP OF EMPLOYEES I HAVE
• WE NEED A COMMISSIONER DEDICATED TO PROTECTING OUR STATE RICH BIODIVERSITY WITHOUT THE BURDEN OF BUSINESS

Keywords: 999, senate, all

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• BECAUSE OF THAT I RECOMMEND INCREASE OF MONEY DEDICATED TO INCREASE TEACHER SALARIES AS WELL AS A CONTINUATION
• UNIVERSITIES MUST BE DEDICATED TO THE PURSUIT OF TRUTH AND THE PROMOTION OF ACADEMIC RIGOR AND INTEGRITY

Keywords: 999, senate, all

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• Because of that I recommend an increase of money dedicated to increase teacher salaries as well as a
• Universities must be dedicated to the pursuit of truth and the promotion of academic rigor and integrity

Keywords: 998, house, all

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• Formerly a fourth grade teacher, Kirtland Elementary is dedicated to her students. students in her community
• He was dedicated to the legal advocacy in the landmark case that allowed for human rights protections

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• It's supported by our trusted partners who have whose whole careers are dedicated to serving veterans
• These are folks with such deep care and dedication to the veterans they serve.
• <02:02:51.199> veterans<02:02:51.599> they dedication to the veterans they dedication
• together because we had dedicated together because we had dedicated members<02:44:01.439> and
• <03:50:00.319> greater $30 million dedicated to greater $30 million dedicated to greater Minnesota

Keywords: 1183, house

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• The dedication of the Southern Ute Indian Tribe on this issue is deeply appreciated and will not be forgotten
• These dedicated professionals exemplify the highest standards of decorum, respect, and integrity.
• We commend and honor their daily service, and we thank them for their continued dedication to the General
• A dedicated family man were on the job.
• A dedicated family man working for a major airline was fatally injured while relocating man lifts that

Keywords: 981, all

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• Yet, their proposal dedicates exactly zero dollars towards our border patrol operations.
• Yet, their proposal<00:06:03.759> dedicates<00:06:04.560> exactly<00:06:05.360> zero
• <00:06:05.919> dollars proposal dedicates exactly zero dollars proposal dedicates exactly
• They side with out-of-control federal agencies over the responsible, dedicated workers who keep air travel
• They side with out-of-control federal agencies over the responsible, dedicated workers who keep air travel

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Friday, March 27, 2026, 1012, house, all

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• AB 654 addresses a gap in our homelessness programs in Los Angeles County by establishing a dedicated
• And so there is a desperate need for a centralized system that is dedicated to helping our most.
• I want to thank the author. for as many years of dedication to making our foods healthier, especially
• Part-time faculty are dedicated professionals who are the backbone of our community colleges, but face
• His incredible leadership and his dedication, for one, for bringing us all together.

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• We would bring in full dedicated pickleball, basketball, batting cages.
• We would bring in full dedicated<00:13:55.360> pickle<00:13:55.680> ball,<00:13:56.240>
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• The bike volunteer fire department and our dedicated volunteers frequently respond to remote rescue operations
• The bike volunteer fire department and our dedicated volunteers frequently respond to remote rescue operations

Bills: HF604, HF1972, HF578, HF1951, HF629, HF864, HF874, HF1155, HF884, HF2365, HF643, HF234, HF2655, HF2637, HF2535, HF2530, HF2344, HF584, HF524

Keywords: airport funding, bonds, transportation, capital investment, Karlstad, community center, Breckenridge, state bonds, economic development, HF578, Faribault, River Bend Nature Center, bonding bill, bond proceeds fund, Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, DNR grant, nature center, visitor center, environmental education, multicultural center

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• to the the dedicated fund that was<00:04:03.920> created<00:04:04.480> in was created
• If you want to clarify that, if that means the dedicated fund is not yet established because if it were
• that means the dedicated fund is not yet that means the dedicated fund is not yet established<00:04:28.280
• statute is whether the accounting unit that's sitting before you would be considered part of that dedicated

Keywords: 928, house, all

Summary: The working session focused on the New Hampshire Prescription Drug Affordability Board’s budget request and its recent work. Early discussion centered on a technical question about a statutory dedicated fund for donations: members asked why the budget did not show a line item for accepting donations, and DHHS CFO Nathan White explained that the statute already authorizes the fund, but because no revenue has been received yet, it does not appear in the budget. He said any future donations would go through the normal process under RSA 14:30-a, with fiscal committee and Governor and Council approval and a memo to the Department of Revenue Administration. The chair clarified that the account was not a prerequisite to soliciting donations, and White said the fund would supplement, not replace, General Fund support. Kirk Williamson, the board’s executive director, then presented the board’s mission and budget. He said the governor’s budget provides about $256,500 in the first year and slightly more in the second, all General Funds, and that the board had distributed a technical amendment to continue the executive director position. He described the board’s role as analyzing prescription drug costs, identifying savings opportunities, monitoring market trends, promoting transparency, and making recommendations to the legislature and public payers. He also emphasized that the board operates publicly, with live-streamed meetings and a stakeholder advisory council that includes unions, state agencies, Medicaid, corrections, higher education, and other stakeholders. A major topic was the board’s estimate of $6 million in potential savings, based on Medicare’s newly negotiated prices for 10 drugs. Williamson explained that the board used those federal negotiated prices as a benchmark to estimate what New Hampshire public payers might be missing by not having similar leverage, and said the board is trying to build evidence for future recommendations rather than directly setting prices. Members asked how those potential savings could become actual savings, and Williamson said the board is sharing findings through its advisory council and feedback loops, though it has not yet sent a formal recommendation letter to specific purchasers. He also discussed the difference between pharmacy-benefit spending, which relies heavily on PBM-negotiated rebates, and medical-benefit spending, which is administered differently and is being added to the board’s next report. Williamson highlighted other work, including a model on Humira and a pending legislative effort to improve biosimilar competition, plus a proposed state-backed pharmacy savings card that would be no cost to the state and could save users about $240 per prescription based on Connecticut’s experience. No votes were taken during the session.