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• > January<01:23:35.600> 6th, The deadly insurrection of January 6th, The deadly insurrection
• They attacked police officers with pipes, rocks, and other weapons. It was domestic terrorism.
• They attacked police officers with pipes, rocks, and other weapons. It was domestic terrorism.
• They attacked police officers with pipes, rocks, and other weapons. It was domestic terrorism.
• They attacked police officers with pipes, rocks, and other weapons. It was domestic terrorism.

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, 1012, house, all

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• In fact, Texas Penal Code Section 38.11 prohibits such things as alcohol, deadly weapons, cell phones
• weapons, cellular phones, other wireless technology, money, cigarettes, tobacco, which are illegal to
• weapon cases, and then possession and delivery cases as well.
• weapon cases, and then possession and delivery cases as well. deadly weapon cases, and then possession
• It's not weapons. It's makeup. It's perfume. It's still contraband.

Keywords: 1185, senate, all

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• to<00:48:54.120> to<00:48:54.280> draw<00:48:54.800> a<00:48:54.880> weapon
• to to draw a weapon if somebody um um um charges<00:48:57.720> them,<00:48:58.240> has
• expulsion for students in grades 6 through 12 if the board determines they have recklessly with a deadly
• <01:16:45.360> weapon<01:16:45.720> or<01:16:45.840> dangerous with a deadly
• weapon or dangerous with a deadly weapon or dangerous instrument<01:16:46.800> or<01:16:46.920

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• In addition to threatening Tibet's religious and cultural heritage, the PRC has weaponized their water
• China sadly remains the single largest provider of these deadly chemicals, we call them precursors, that
• China, work with both the American and the Chinese governments to stem the flow of deadly fentanyl into
• So this is, President Trump has made a top priority of stopping this flow of this deadly drug into the
• how our economy runs from computers and cars that we use daily. daily to the defense technology and weapons

Keywords: committee meeting, bill discussions, nomination, David Perdue, Monica Crawley, U.S.-China relations, foreign policy

Summary: The meeting of the committee was marked by significant discussions regarding various bills, including HB22 and SB5. A notable moment was the introduction of nominees Senator David Perdue and Ms. Monica Crawley, which led to discussions on the implications of their roles, particularly in relation to U.S.-China relations and foreign policy. Members exchanged views on the nominees' qualifications, emphasizing the importance of leadership in foreign diplomacy. Additionally, the committee heard testimonies from several witnesses both supporting and opposing certain bills, showcasing the diverse perspectives present.

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• House Bill 312, an act relating to concealed firearms and deadly weapons. Senator from Taylor. Mr.
• As we know, that minors under the age of 21 under this bill could carry concealed deadly weapons even
• <04:58:21.440> weapons<04:58:21.760> to expanding access to deadly weapons to expanding
• access to deadly weapons to individuals<04:58:22.480> who<04:58:22.638> are<04:58:22.798
• should carry a gun concealed, a deadly should carry a gun concealed, a deadly weapon. weapon. weapon

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• Why we are trying to allow 18-year-olds the ability to purchase deadly weapons.
• It was a recognition that with rights come responsibilities and that the deadly power of a firearm must
• WE CAN'T COMPARE CASTING A BALLOT TO HOLDING AN AUTOMATIC WEAPON.
• DO ASSAULT WEAPONS KILL? YES, THEY KILL. ARE OUR CHILDREN AND TEACHERS STILL IN SCHOOL? YES.
• WE WILL TAKE YOU IN AND OUR OWN GOVERNMENT WILL TEACH YOU TO USE THE MOST SOPHISTICATED AND LEGAL WEAPONS

Keywords: sales tax reduction, budget cuts, boating safety, water treatment, municipal utilities, school safety, medical malpractice, firearm purchase age, cursive writing instruction, first responder support, veto overrides, veterans funding, infrastructure projects

Summary: The Florida House convened for regular business, with Speaker Perez announcing historic budget plans including the largest state tax cut in Florida history - a permanent 0.75% sales tax reduction from 6% to 5.25%, saving Floridians nearly $5 billion annually. The House will propose a budget lower than both the Governor's proposal and last year's budget. Several bills passed including Lucy's Law (boating safety), water access facilities funding, municipal utility rate corrections, hazardous walking conditions for schools, and medical malpractice 'Free Kill Law' repeal. The controversial firearm purchase age bill (HB 759) passed 78-34, lowering the minimum age from 21 to 18, despite emotional opposition citing the Parkland shooting. Other bills addressed cursive writing instruction, peer support for first responders, and government sunset reviews. Multiple veto override motions were approved unanimously, reinstating funding for veterans programs and infrastructure projects.

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• . inventory weapons.
• a weapon. a weapon.
• posture display prior to the use weapon posture display prior to the use of<02:54:40.560> deadly<
• of deadly force. of deadly force.
• non-lethal deadly weapon, firearm, or non-lethal deadly weapon, firearm, or non-lethal weapon<02:

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• , as opposed to the way we store weapons in other venues.
• And so, you know, I don't see a need. ...restore weapons in other venues.
• weapon.
• We've had deadly violence occur on Catholic campuses.
• We've had deadly violence occur on Catholic campuses.

Bills: S0118, S0896, S1690, S1756

Keywords: recreational vehicle parks, special assessments, property tax, occupancy rates, commercial assessment, school safety, guardian program, firearms, crimes near schools, security assessments, public postsecondary education, medical freedom, vaccination, ivermectin, healthcare practitioner liability, immunization exemptions

Summary: The committee first took up CS for SB 896, a school safety bill expanding the Guardian program to public postsecondary institutions. The bill requires active assailant response plans, security risk assessments, threat-management protocols, use of the suspicious activity reporting tool, and allows voluntary participation in Guardian for colleges and universities. A late-file amendment by Senator Polsky was adopted to clarify that students who are also employees or faculty are not eligible for Guardian. Members debated campus carry concerns, storage of firearms, and whether the bill could lead to broader gun access on campuses. Several faculty and gun-safety advocates testified against the bill, while supporters argued trained guardians can deter violence. The committee reported the bill favorably by roll call vote. The committee then approved CS for CS for CS for SB 1690 on child care and early learning services. The bill updates child care laws, clarifies regulations, and reduces overregulation of before- and after-school programs. An amendment expanded authority for the Florida Education Foundation to fundraise for early learning from birth to VPK. Testimony was largely supportive, emphasizing affordability, access to quality child care, and relief for working families, though one speaker opposed the bill as an expansion of government. The bill was reported favorably. Next, the committee passed CS for CS for SB 118, which clarifies how non-ad valorem special assessments are applied to recreational vehicle parks and limits the square footage used for assessment purposes to the maximum size of an RV space. The committee also approved CS for CS for SB 1220, the Department of Transportation package, which addresses seaport and airport planning, personal delivery devices, autonomous vehicles, advanced air mobility, toll programming, and other transportation-related changes. Amendments modified provisions on personal delivery devices, utility permits, autonomous vehicle penalties, and law-enforcement cruiser lights. Both bills were reported favorably. Finally, the committee began hearing SB 1756, the medical freedom bill, which proposes new vaccine information requirements, conscience-based school immunization exemptions, limits on compelled vaccination during public health emergencies, and behind-the-counter access to ivermectin for adults. The sponsor and supporters framed the bill as strengthening informed consent and parental rights, while opponents and some senators raised concerns about vaccine hesitancy, herd immunity, and the inclusion of ivermectin. Public testimony was extensive and sharply divided. The transcript ends during continued testimony and debate on SB 1756, before a final vote is taken.

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• have refused to fix this deadly design element that enables the easy conversion to automatic weapons
• They know. of their weapons.
• both deadly at the end of the day.
• They both can be seen as deadly.
• features that would convert a weapon into an assault weapon, or machine gun devices like that.

Summary: The committee first adopted a seven-bill consent calendar, then heard several public safety measures. AB 1127 by Assembly Member Gabriel would restrict sale of certain semi-automatic handguns that can be easily converted to automatic weapons with “switches”; supporters, including Everytown and Moms Demand Action, said it targets a specific Glock-style design flaw linked to mass shootings, while the NRA and gun-rights groups argued the bill duplicates existing federal law and effectively bans popular handguns. The bill was moved on a due-pass-as-amended motion to Judiciary and remained on call. AB 468, also by Gabriel, would increase penalties and clarify offenses involving looting and impersonating emergency personnel in evacuation zones and during disasters; firefighters, district attorneys, and law enforcement supported it as a deterrent, while public defenders and justice advocates warned it was overbroad and could worsen racial profiling. The committee approved the bill on a due-pass-as-amended motion to Appropriations, also held on call. The committee then heard AB 1187 by Assembly Member Celeste Rodriguez, which would require eight hours of firearm safety training, including live-fire instruction, before obtaining a firearm safety certificate and would add a requirement for new residents who import firearms. Supporters said California should require training comparable to other safety-sensitive activities and that the measure would reduce gun deaths; opponents argued the bill misunderstands the existing FSC process, would be hard to implement because of range and instructor limits, and would burden a constitutional right. The bill passed on a due-pass-as-amended motion to Appropriations and was held on call. The committee also heard AB 1424 by Rodriguez, which would require CDCR climate resiliency and heat-safety measures in prisons, including temperature monitoring, shade, showers, fans, and emergency planning. Prisoner-rights and labor groups strongly supported the bill, citing extreme heat, wildfire, and flooding risks, while one opponent said the monitoring mandate could be too costly; the bill was moved on a due-pass motion to Labor and Employment and held on call. Finally, the committee began hearing AB 1258 by Assembly Member Kalra, which would extend the sunset of the Young Adult Deferred Entry Program through 2029 for selected counties. Kalra and Santa Clara County Judge Erica You described the program’s success in reducing recidivism and providing wraparound services for young adults with felony charges, including housing, counseling, and parenting support. The transcript cuts off before the committee completed action on AB 1258.

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• Would you be amenable to some language that would include violence, including use of deadly weapons,
• <00:30:29.080> weapons,<00:30:29.680> assault,<00:30:30.760> uh<00:30:31.120
• > at use of deadly weapons, assault, uh at use of deadly weapons, assault, uh at the<00:30:31.440
• In one case, it might not be well defined as a deadly weapon, but uh I'd gotten her a nice stool to teach
• defined as a deadly weapon, but uh I'd defined as a deadly weapon, but uh I'd gotten<00:35:51.520

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• House Bill 312, an act relating to concealed firearms and deadly weapons. Thank you, Mr. Clerk.
• c><01:00:43.360> and relating to concealed firearms and relating to concealed firearms and deadly
• <01:00:43.840> weapons.
• deadly weapons. deadly weapons. Thank<01:00:45.520> you,<01:00:45.560> Mr.

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• The president has repeatedly threatened to weaponize the justice system against those he feels have wronged
• When fentanyl became such a deadly poison, ravaging our working and fighting-age Americans, our children
• And showed them how deadly that substance was.
• General to shield the Department's work and professional civil servants from politicization and weaponization

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• weapon.
• <04:55:05.920> weapon.
• to the victim to be a deadly weapon. to the victim to be a deadly weapon.
• Um, the threat of deadly force during non-deadly force scenarios could result in a greater number of
• Um, the threat of deadly force during non-deadly force scenarios could result in a greater number of

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• additional crimes: assault, battery, criminal sexual contact, and then robbery while armed with a deadly
• weapon.
• We want to do simple assault, simple battery, criminal sexual contact, and robbery with a deadly weapon
• And robbery with a deadly weapon.

Keywords: 996, all

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• Alcohol impairment remains one of our primary causes of deadly and serious injury on the road.
• Obviously, there's firearms, deadly weapons, and explosives that individuals, you know, across the board
• Obviously, there's firearms, deadly weapons, and explosives that individuals, you know, across the board
• ...and it is not meant to say, just because I disagree with you, now we're going to use this as a weapon
• The events in Los Angeles, the deadly violence in Minneapolis, and the pattern of reckless federal enforcement

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• This, what I would call the obsession with DEI is, has been very weaponized. Mr.
• It's become weaponized, as far as I'm concerned, and the DEI is blamed for everything, by people who
• That the DEI dialogue has been weaponized against Jewish students? They're called colonizers.
• Jewish students are not colonizers, and this kind of rhetoric shouldn't be weaponized against them.
• These are officials these These are professors who are weaponizing that against Jewish students.

Keywords: anti-Semitism, hate crimes, college campuses, civil rights, public safety, protests, intimidation

Summary: The committee meeting focused on addressing the rising tide of anti-Semitism across the nation. Among the discussions, members expressed concerns about the disturbing acts of hate witnessed on college campuses, with instances of harassment and intimidation targeting Jewish students being highlighted. High-profile incidents, including vandalism and the display of extremist symbols, prompted urgent calls for investigations and measures to protect civil rights. The importance of moral clarity in confronting such hate crimes was emphasized as well, outlining the responsibilities of leaders to ensure safety and uphold justice.

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• Why weren’t those weapons locked up by his parents? How long were... Recently.
• Why weren’t those weapons locked up by his parents?
• But let's be honest, it's considered a deadly weapon. forward. Yes.
• But let's be honest, it's considered a deadly weapon.
• I mean, it sparks interest, but let's be honest, it's considered a deadly weapon.

Summary: The committee first deferred HB 374 without objection. It then heard SB 46, which creates the crime of unlawful operation of a group home aimed at protecting vulnerable adults living in unsafe, unlicensed residences where operators control residents’ assets. The Attorney General’s office described severe neglect and exploitation in some homes, while the Louisiana Fair Housing Action Center opposed the bill over concerns it could create confusion, criminalize legitimate recovery or disability housing, and chill protected housing arrangements. After discussion, including assurances that the bill was narrowly targeted at bad actors, the committee reported SB 46 favorably. The committee next took up HB 276, which sets a statewide minimum bail amount for certain sexual offenses against minors. Testimony from a victim’s mother and an anti-trafficking expert supported the bill as a way to keep dangerous offenders detained and protect children, while members debated whether the original $50,000 minimum was too low and could be treated as a benchmark. The committee amended the bill in committee to raise the minimum to $1 million and to add human trafficking involving a victim under 18 to the covered offenses, then reported HB 276 favorably as amended. Members then heard SB 42 and SB 110, both addressing AI-generated child sexual abuse material. SB 42 expands the definition of child sexual abuse material to include digital and AI-generated depictions, while SB 110 prohibits using a child’s image to train AI to produce such material. The Attorney General’s office and survivor advocates supported the measures as necessary updates to keep pace with technology and protect children; the committee reported both bills favorably. HB 998, dealing with forensic medical exams and reimbursement for domestic violence victims, especially strangulation cases, was also heard and amended to remove human trafficking references and set implementation steps; advocates said the bill would improve evidence collection and reimbursement, and it was reported favorably with amendments. Finally, the committee heard SB 51 on fraudulent representation of military service or awards, which was supported as a tool to address stolen valor and was reported favorably, and HB 323 on notification and reporting of inmate deaths, which was presented as a transparency measure after a family testified about learning of a relative’s death from the news rather than the facility.

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• for those of you who have lacked the experience where you line up a human being in the sights of a weapon
• them before a deadly situation occurs. them before a deadly situation occurs.
• system and contemplate depriving weapon system and contemplate depriving them<00:10:45.760> of
• We train to transition from the most advantageous weapons platforms to handcuffing, as it were.
• precipitated on as we fired our weapon precipitated on as we fired our weapon systems.<00:17:01.440

Keywords: 928, house, all

Summary: The committee heard testimony on proposed improvements to the State Police gun range and related Public Works estimates. Department of Safety Commissioner Robert Quinn and Major Brendan Davy explained that the range is used for realistic, scenario-based training that includes vehicle work, movement, cover, elevation, and stress inoculation, and that it also supports requalification and special unit training for state, local, and federal partners. They said the current facility lacks running water, continuous power, and permanent restrooms, and that the PSTC range cannot accommodate rifles because its backstop is handgun-caliber only. Public Works Director Theodore Copper said the project estimate is $2.3 million, including $1.5 million for the building and site work plus soft costs, inflation, and design fees; he described the proposed building as basic, with office space, classrooms, restrooms, and HVAC. Committee members asked about the cost and scope, and Copper provided a breakdown of the estimate. The committee also heard from Commissioner Edelblute and Milford School District Superintendent Christy Misho regarding career and technical education capital funding. Edelblute urged the committee to include $10 million for the Milford CTE project, saying the district had reduced the scope after a prior bond vote and that the project would support high-demand workforce programs. Misho said Milford’s initial bond vote received 42 percent and the revised proposal received 56 percent, short of the 60 percent needed, but that the community still supports the project; she said the district plans to move forward with a CTE-only ballot and a smaller local bond. Committee members expressed concern about holding state funds for a project that has not yet won local approval, but said the request would be taken under advisement. In work session action, the committee corrected a prior vote on the Market Street Marine Terminal warehouse removal and office replacement project, increasing the appropriation by $353,300 to $1,973,300 and raising the agency subtotal to $4,155,300. The committee also accepted a motion to add $1.8 million for the community college system, including $1.3 million for critical maintenance and $500,000 for an energy management system. The committee then discussed a Fish and Game request for a $350,000 backhoe, with members debating whether it should be funded with general funds or other funds and whether the cost was excessive; no final objection was recorded in the portion provided. Later discussion also referenced the new parking garage project, with staff saying it is expected to be operational in March 2026 and fully completed by May or June 2026, with 409 spaces and a mix of assigned and open parking.

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• we have the Castle Doctrine, which is a legal principle that permits the use of force, including deadly
• file civil lawsuits seeking damages for personal injury or death resulting from the use of force or deadly
• from recovering damages for personal injury or deaths resulting from a defendant's use of force or deadly
• I believe that your intentions are good, but I believe that your bill weaponizes an already extremely
• And it's disgusting that the children are being used as weapons for whatever happened in their divorce

Summary: The Senate opened with an invocation by Pastor Tedrick Woods, followed by routine chamber actions including excusing Senator Gutierrez and receiving House messages that the House had passed HB 21 and HB 49. Senators also recognized advocates visiting the gallery on focal segmental glomerulosclerosis awareness and introduced the Doctor of the Day. The chamber adopted several resolutions, including HCR 66, by voice vote. The Senate then took up and passed a series of measures, often by suspending the regular order and the constitutional three-day rule. Among the bills finally passed were HJR 2, which would prohibit state death taxes; HB 206, limiting counties from requiring cash bonds for pipeline construction; HB 517, barring property owners associations from fining homeowners for discolored vegetation during watering restrictions; HB 2756, requiring TDCJ correctional officers to receive de-escalation and behavioral health training; HB 451, expanding screening for commercial sexual exploitation risk among children in DFPS and TJJD custody; SB 705, cleaning up the air conditioning and refrigeration contractors advisory board; SB 2017, creating an offense for burnouts and wheelies; SB 1858, expanding body armor grant eligibility to ISDs; SB 1400, directing a study on transfer-student outcomes for community college funding; SB 2764, requiring notice to manufactured home buyers about converting homes to real property; SB 748, a licensing cleanup bill on laser hair removal; SB 2519, restricting certain ad valorem tax uses and bonds after amendment; SB 2878, the courts bill with amendments on Brazoria County courts and youth diversion provisions; SB 466, allowing families to request fetal death certificates at any gestational age; SB 1608, requiring timely physical exams for inpatient mental health admissions; SB 1730, limiting civil damages claims arising from certain uses of force or deadly force; SB 2417, clarifying Attorney General antitrust investigation work product and discovery rules; and SB 1946, creating a family violence, criminal homicide prevention task force. The Senate also passed HB 3204, renaming and updating the Polytechnic College at Sam Houston State University, and SB 1986, requiring opioid warning labels. Several bills drew brief debate or amendments. Senators discussed broader HOA reform while considering HB 517, and SB 2203 on TCEQ discovery procedures was amended to require party motions, set a 15-day expiration for certified issues, and limit hearing abatement. SB 2017 was amended to change the mens rea language from knowingly to intentional. SB 2519 was narrowed by amendment to a forward-looking policy statement separating maintenance-and-operation taxes from debt-service taxes. SB 2878 also received amendments to reduce the number of new Brazoria County courts and add youth diversion and crisis-response provisions. SB 466 prompted a floor debate over whether fetal death certificates are appropriate for pre-20-week losses, with supporters emphasizing family closure and opponents arguing the document has no estate-related purpose. SB 1730 also prompted questions about the relationship between criminal findings and civil liability in self-defense cases. The session concluded with additional House and Senate measures being signed in the presence of the Senate and continued consideration of SB 2177, a grant program to help local law enforcement solve violent and sexual offenses.

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• Every day, law enforcement faces deadly threats. ...from individuals who wish to end their life for no
• murder is the same as recklessly causing bodily injury to a public servant and just exhibiting a deadly
• weapon. ...that problem and gives officers the protection they deserve when individuals do everything

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