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• Let's take up tab 4, SB 464, on observance of Veterans Day by K through 12 schools.
• Florida law designates Veterans Day, November 11, as one of the numerous legal holidays to be observed
• This bill ensures that all Florida school districts formally observe Veterans Day as a school holiday
• Florida law designates Veterans Day, November 11, as one of the numerous legal holidays to be observed
• This bill ensures that all Florida school districts formally observe Veterans Day as a school holiday

Summary: The Senate Education Pre-K through 12 Committee met with a quorum and considered several education-related bills. SB 1036 on school counselors was amended with a technical clarification and reported favorably. SB 1136 on dental screenings for K-12 students was converted by delete-all amendment to place the screening definition in the School Health Services Act and align notice and parent-exemption procedures; it also passed favorably, with support noted from PTA and other witnesses. SB 920 on mathematics education was reported favorably after discussion of applied algebra courses tied to career pathways, while preserving Algebra I standards, the end-of-course exam, graduation requirements, and university admission eligibility. SB 1216 on public school personnel compensation, which would give districts more flexibility on pay, cost-of-living adjustments, and advanced degrees, also passed favorably with broad support from educators and former school board members. The committee then approved SPB 7022, which reenacts and extends a public records exemption for classroom examination and assessment instruments through 2031 and expands coverage to district school boards and public schools. SB 464 on observance of Veterans Day in K-12 schools was reported favorably after extensive debate about whether schools should be closed or could instead hold Veterans Day programs; supporters emphasized statewide consistency and honoring veterans, while some members raised scheduling and instructional-day concerns. SB 538 on physical education and extracurricular participation was amended to establish standardized eligibility rules for public, private, virtual, and home education students, limit duplicate participation across schools, require annual participation in the Presidential Youth Fitness Program, and leave coach compensation to district discretion; it was then reported favorably. SB 178 on athletics and public K-12 schools was amended to add a $15,000 annual cap on coach personal spending per team and was reported favorably after discussion about good-faith support for student-athletes, recruiting concerns, and the need for guardrails. A temporary postponement was announced for SB 430 on the oath of school personnel. At the end of the meeting, Senator Osgood recorded a favorable vote on SB 1036, and the committee adjourned without further business.

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• Stepping aside from requirements for a moment, we observed promising practices related to homeless students
• For example, we observed that schools had controls in place and used these computer systems to ensure
• On site, during the period, auditors observed some students receiving focused reading help, others collaborating
• On site, during the period, auditors observed some students receiving focused reading help, others that
• studied in this report and with the leaders, and was proud to see some of the practices that I've observed

Summary: The committee meeting began with a brief explanation of the renamed Joint Legislative Audit Review Committee subcommittee, now called the Committee to Hear SAO Performance Audits, and a presentation from the State Auditor’s Office on its current biennium performance audit work plan. The auditor described how topics are selected from a large pool of potential audits and highlighted several ongoing or planned audits, including the Liquor and Cannabis Board, oversight of authorized entities serving students with disabilities, the Quality Home Care Initiative, Medicaid managed care versus fee-for-service costs, the Housing Commission tenant ownership follow-up, DSHS vendor payment patterns, implementation of the Since Time Memorial curriculum, and the Washington State ferry system. Members asked about coordination with JLARC to avoid duplication, and the auditor said the offices exchange work plans, monthly updates, and quarterly coordination meetings. The committee then heard the State Auditor’s performance audit on how charter schools identify and support at-risk students. Auditors reviewed four charter schools—Catalyst Public Schools, Innovation High School, Pinnacles Prep, and Rainier Prep—and focused on English language learners, homeless students, and special education students. The audit found the schools met nearly all legal requirements reviewed, with only one area where two schools partially met a language-access requirement. The schools also used several promising practices, including small-group instruction, culturally responsive environments, and multi-tiered systems of support, though the auditors recommended better documentation of procedures to improve consistency. Families interviewed generally reported positive experiences, while noting resource constraints. Committee members asked about how the four schools were selected, whether the audit compared charter populations to home districts, and how MTSS requirements applied to the schools reviewed. The State Auditor’s Office said the sample was chosen for geographic diversity, student population characteristics, and representation from both authorizers, and that K-2 MTSS requirements were not evaluated because they applied to only one school. Representatives from the Charter School Commission and charter school advocates responded positively, emphasizing technical assistance, collaboration, and sharing best practices across schools. Two public testifiers also supported the report and said it highlighted effective practices that could be expanded across charter and traditional public schools.

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• They went back to observing the actions of federal agents who work for us, the people, legally observing
• They went back to observing They went back to observing the<01:31:44.719> actions<01:31:46.000
• <01:32:36.560> federal to constitutionally observe federal to constitutionally observe federal
• Constitutionally observe.
• constitutionally observe. constitutionally observe.

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• It's about, you know, observing, supporting our educators and our administrators in our schools.
• It's about observing, supporting our educators and our administrators in our schools.
• that this was the first you're observing that this was the first year<00:05:15.400> that<00:05
• Observe a 64-year-old elementary teacher struggling to get off the reading carpet.
• ...issues to observe teachers in our schools.

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• In its findings, Congress observed that the unique and horrific circumstances of World War II and the
• and Ocean Observation System Act of<04:39:36.641> 2009.
• System of 2009, and Ocean Observation System of 2009, sponsored<04:40:18.280> by<04:40:18.440
• <04:40:23.400> System,<04:40:24.320> or<04:40:24.640> IOOS, Observation System,
• Integrated Coastal and Ocean Observation Integrated Coastal and Ocean Observation System<04:41:11.280

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Monday, March 16, 2026, 1012, house, all

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• Members, we will now move to the Assembly observance of Black History Month, without objection.
• This concludes the Assembly observance of Black History Month.
• Rare Disease Day is observed on the last day of February to raise awareness about rare diseases and their
• Rare disease day is observed on the last day of February to raise awareness about rare diseases and their
• Members, let us observe a moment of silence to honor the life of this historic Californian and this member

Summary: The Assembly met with a quorum call at the start, then proceeded with Black History Month observances, including a libation ceremony, the Pledge of Allegiance, and remarks emphasizing remembrance, ancestry, and the importance of honoring Black history. The chamber also handled routine procedural matters, including dispensing with the journal, re-referring certain Senate budget items to the Budget Committee, and allowing guest introductions and other unanimous-consent requests. The main floor action was on Assembly Concurrent Resolution 134, recognizing Black History Month. Members from multiple caucuses spoke in support, highlighting the historical contributions of Black Americans, the ongoing effects of slavery and segregation, the need to protect voting rights and education, and the importance of solidarity across communities. The resolution was adopted by voice vote after 74 co-authors were added. The Assembly also adopted Assembly Concurrent Resolution 132, declaring February 28 as Rare Disease Day. Members shared personal stories about ALS and other rare diseases, described barriers to diagnosis, treatment, and insurance coverage, and called for more research and support. The resolution received broad bipartisan support, with 71 co-authors added before adoption by voice vote. The chamber then recognized a series of Black History Month Unsung Heroes honorees, including community leaders, health professionals, advocates, and public servants, and later heard additional guest introductions. The meeting concluded with adjournments in memory of Peyton Trilling and John Jackson, followed by announcements and adjournment until February 26 at 9 a.m.

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• That's the first step of the scientific process, observation.
• And then from observation, you go to a hypothesis, you observe something, you make a claim on it.
• We must be able to catch as we see it and share our observations without the threat of costly litigation
• Any restrictions on our ability to speak openly and share observations are a direct threat to our ability
• Florida citizens can continue to speak openly share observations and protect our natural resources.

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• highlighting some New Mexico-specific context, I do want to briefly zoom back out to look at strategies observed
• I had the opportunity to observe some of her coaching sessions and just learn more about what those programs
• By tying together the PLCs, the observation, and feedback, we're able to ensure that we're improving
• My school principal has gone through THRIVE, that is Observation and Feedback through LEAD, and now Susan
• turnover rate and let's start to work on X, Y, or Z," because that principal presumably is being observed

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• Let us observe a moment of silence in memory of the victims, Speaker Emeritus Melissa Hortman and her
• Members, let us observe a moment of silence to honor the life of this historic Californian, former Senator
• Members, let us observe a moment of silence to honor the life of this historic Californian, former Senator
• I'm proud to present House Resolution 45 in recognition of Animal Rights Awareness Week, which is observed
• Assembly Member Pellerin, members, let us observe a moment of silence to honor the life of this historic

Summary: The Assembly met after a quorum call and opened with a prayer, a Father’s Day reflection, and a moment of silence for the victims of the Minnesota lawmaker shooting. Members then moved through guest introductions recognizing student legislative programs, Black conservation leaders, interns, and first responders, including an off-duty firefighter who saved a driver’s life. The chamber also heard multiple adjournment-in-memory tributes, most notably for former Senator and Los Angeles Councilman Nate Holden, whose civil rights and housing discrimination work was highlighted, along with tributes to Stephen Golden Kranz, Emily Carpenter, and Doug Kranwinkel. On the Daily File, the Assembly adopted ACR 90, Assembly Member Gibson’s resolution recognizing Juneteenth. The measure drew strong support from multiple caucuses, including the Latino, Jewish, LGBTQ, Women’s, and AAPI caucuses, with members emphasizing Juneteenth’s historical significance, the legacy of slavery, and the continuing need to combat racism and inequality. The resolution was adopted by voice vote after 66 co-authors were added. The Assembly also adopted ACR 92, Assembly Member Mark Gonzalez’s resolution declaring June 2025 as Electronic Dance Music Month in California. Supporters described EDM as a cultural and economic force rooted in diverse communities and praised its values of inclusion and unity; the resolution received 65 co-authors and passed by voice vote. Finally, HR 45, Assembly Member Castillo’s resolution for Animal Rights Awareness Week, was adopted by voice vote after 55 co-authors were added, with the author and a guest from Sierra Pacific Fur Babies speaking about animal rescue and welfare work. The session ended with announcements and adjournment until June 19.

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• Mathematics, Sciences, and the Arts students on science fair competition accomplishments, and to observe
• for Mathematics, Sciences, and the Arts students on science fair competition accomplishments and to observe
• Students on science fair competition accomplishments and to observe Arkansas School for Mathematics,
• would ask for a short recess for photos. students on science fair competition accomplishments and to observe

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• . >> I want another observation or comment. Our sheriff was tied to the judge. So, he gets elected.
• want<00:03:01.760> another >> I want another >> I want another uh uh uh observation
• observation or comment. observation or comment.

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• I would also observe that as we think about what are the components of arriving at a 4.5%?
• I<00:37:52.480> would<00:37:52.640> also<00:37:52.880> observe<00:37:53.240>
• that as we think I would also observe that as we think about<00:37:54.360> what<00:37:54.480>
• I'll also observe that the per-pupil amount that's being distributed is not so large that it's going
• One thing that I would observe, Mr.

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• I'm going to offer an observation that I hope is helpful to our... ...to offer an observation that I
• within that First Movers Group, we remember the first one, in the First Movers Group, there's an observer
• Delaware should move forward as an observer— It is.
• Delaware should move forward as an observer in the Advanced Nuclear First Mover Initiative. Got it.
• And we have Delaware right now moving forward in observer status.

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• A fairly boring one if you're observing it, but it's kind of like watching a lot of middle-aged people
• The most value the public gets from observing a committee hearing or something that happens on the floor
• And a gentleman showed up, and he observed the DNR board eating their Christmas meal and talking about
• Quentin probably would have driven up in June to the Wisconsin Dells to sit there and observe and take
• In June to the Wisconsin Dells to sit there and observe and take notes.

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• That day, a number of observers went there to watch, to protect the kids, and I saw kid after kid coming
• :07:25.880> number<00:07:26.060> [snorts]<00:07:26.200> of<00:07:26.280> observers
• <00:07:26.880> went a number [snorts] of observers went a number [snorts] of observers went
• They tear gassed parents, students, observers, um, putting the living fear was trying to just make her
• 59.360> students, They tear gassed parents, students, They tear gassed parents, students, observers

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• That are usually triggered by a third-party observation.
• One observation that leads me to a question, and that is, for the information of the committee, in case
• With regard to the THC-positive, how well does that correlate to actual observed—I don't know...
• How well does that correlate to actual observed impairment versus someone who maybe consumed three days
• For now, it’s just this is the relationship we are observing.

Summary: The committee heard a work session on earthquake insurance, beginning with background from the Office of the Insurance Commissioner. OIC staff explained that earthquake and earth movement are generally excluded from standard property policies, that earthquake coverage is usually purchased through endorsements or standalone policies with high deductibles and relatively high premiums, and that surplus lines are a limited backstop market not covered by the state guarantee fund. They also described parametric insurance and captive insurance as more specialized products generally suited to commercial or governmental buyers rather than ordinary consumers. A second panel of insurance and banking experts focused on commercial earthquake exposure, especially for older buildings, collateralized loans, and potential knock-on effects to banks and consumers if a major quake caused widespread damage. Members asked about consumer impacts, mitigation incentives, inventories of vulnerable buildings, and whether legislation such as prior work on unreinforced masonry could help reduce risk. The Washington Bankers Association said earthquake insurance is expensive and that affordability is a major concern, while also noting banks participate in disaster-recovery planning and would be affected by major regional losses. No votes or formal actions were taken. The committee then received a presentation from the Washington State Institute for Public Policy on its cannabis and Initiative 502 research. WSIPP staff described the agency as a nonpartisan research institute that conducts legislative-directed studies and explained that its long-term I-502 assignment includes periodic reports leading to a final benefit-cost evaluation in 2032. Staff summarized findings from a 2023 report showing that cannabis possession convictions fell sharply after legalization, though some racial disproportionalities persisted, and that closer retail access was associated with higher reported adult cannabis use, more fatal traffic crashes involving drivers from nearby areas, and higher rates of cannabis use disorder diagnoses among Medicaid enrollees. A 2023 youth-focused report found that students attending schools near retailers were more likely to report cannabis use, had more unexcused absences, and were less likely to graduate on time. In the newest 2025 Medicaid study, staff said retail access was associated with higher probabilities of cannabis use disorder diagnoses, related hospitalizations, inpatient treatment, and co-occurring mental health diagnoses, with event-study analysis suggesting the increases appeared after retailers opened rather than before. Members asked about racial disproportionality, the meaning of cannabis use disorder diagnoses, THC and impairment, whether the findings reflected medical versus recreational use, and how the results should be interpreted in light of broader trends and data limitations. No formal committee action was taken.

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• said, We show up during working hours, and our inspectors work the checklist and capture their observations
• Or in real-world, if these were observational studies, then this would involve patients who just chose
• Or in real world, if this were observational studies, then this would involve patients who just chose
• Or in real world, if this were observational studies, then this would involve patients who just chose
• But then there's also some observational studies. Follow-up?

Summary: The Health Professions and Program Subcommittee met to receive oversight briefings on Florida’s medical marijuana program from the Department of Health’s Office of Medical Marijuana Use (OMMU) and from the University of Florida’s Consortium for Medical Marijuana Clinical Outcomes Research. OMMU Director Christopher Kimball outlined the program’s structure, including more than 900,000 active patients, nearly 7,000 caregivers, 27 MMTC licensees, 706 dispensing locations, and nine certified testing labs. He described the state’s pre-approval process for products and advertising, plain packaging requirements, seed-to-sale tracking, registry operations, and compliance efforts such as background checks, inspections, complaint investigations, and lab desk audits. He also said the Bureau of Public Health Laboratories in Jacksonville had been accredited to begin supporting testing. Members asked about telehealth, patient growth, product safety, advertising to children, inspections, and the status of MMTC licensure; Kimball said recertifications by telehealth now make up more than half of recertifications, that patient growth has slowed, and that ongoing litigation is delaying issuance of 22 new MMTC licenses. Kimball also discussed implementation of recent legislation and licensure changes, including licenses issued under HB 387 and SB 1582 to applicants from the original Pigford-related pool, with additional cure opportunities still ongoing. He said the department is monitoring diversion, inversion, and unapproved products, and that it coordinates with law enforcement when needed but does not itself have sworn authority. In response to questions, he said the department does not regulate physicians directly, but may refer concerns to the Division of Medical Quality Assurance, and that caregiver and physician participation requirements are set by statute. Members raised concerns about edibles, child access, and continued use of child-attractive branding; Kimball said the department tries to catch issues through pre-approval and enforcement, and that complaints involving children are treated as serious and investigated using available records and camera footage. Dr. Almond Winterstein then presented the consortium’s research overview. He explained that the consortium was created by statute in 2019, includes 10 universities, and is funded by annual state appropriations. He said its work includes grants, a research repository, a clinical core, outreach, and evidence synthesis, including a recent FDA-supported review of cannabis evidence. He emphasized that the current evidence base is limited and often low quality, with the strongest signals for symptom relief in PTSD-related symptoms, nausea, and some pain outcomes, but with many studies inconclusive or mixed. He also described the consortium’s use of registry data linked to Medicaid, Medicare, death, fetal death, and birth records to study safety and outcomes, including children, pregnancy, driving safety, opioid-sparing effects, and adverse events. Winterstein said adverse event reporting is sparse and likely underreported, with most reports mild but some serious events noted, and he expressed concern about use among young adults because of uncertain benefit-risk and possible effects on the developing brain. The committee discussed the need for better surveillance, more robust adverse event reporting, and the possibility of using linked data to identify harms more quickly. At the end of the meeting, the committee rose without objection.

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• So they provide us with the observations so that we can respond to them, and then within those observations
• So they provide us with the observations so that we can respond to them, and then within those observations
• them and then within those observations them and then within those observations are<01:23:03.199
• , because there are so many observations, because there are so many observations, they<01:23:18.080
• though that even with the observations though that even with the observations and<01:23:32.239><

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• Those providing testimony will be given specific time limits, which must be strictly observed.
• <00:01:34.720> and the opportunity to observe and the opportunity to observe and participate
• The task force observed that adopting...
• We'd observe that the fund value can decline.
• the task force would like to observe the task force would like to observe that<00:20:42.480>

Bills: HF3900, HF1849

Keywords: permanent school fund, school endowment fund, Minnesota constitutional amendment, school aid, public school funding, State Board of Investment, investment income, distributable amount, school districts, property taxes, income taxes, voter approval, ballot question, constitutional amendment 2026, education finance, fund perpetuity, purchasing power, trust lands, swamp lands, internal improvement land fund

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• Going down on page two, line 18, uh, stating that each person present to observe the audit under the
• ><00:05:16.160> to stating that each person present to stating that each person present to observe
• the audit under the subsection observe the audit under the subsection shall<00:05:18.400> take
• The point is so that you have witnesses there who can observe that the process is taking place.
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Bills: HB0085, HB0086

Keywords: elections, audit procedures, ballot integrity, political party observation, transparency, county officials, election code, misconduct, removal, government accountability, 916, all