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• A electrical installers.
• The state statute to the Class A electrical installers. The license has been defunct.
• Um, this Class A electrical installer license has been a part of the electrical piece probably since,
• Um this the class A electrical<00:36:17.359> installer<00:36:17.839> license<00:36:18.240
• Class A license.

Bills: HF3707, HF3732, HF2581, HF3731

Keywords: unemployment insurance, judicial officials, paid leave, economic development, worker protections, workforce development, unemployment benefits, youth training, grants, job creation, grant funding, revolving loan, underserved communities, disadvantaged groups, electrical licensing, installation, Class A installer, regulations, labor and industry, 1183

Summary: The committee first adopted the minutes from February 26 and then heard House File 2581, authored by Representative Frazier, which sought $1 million for Fortis Capital, a nonprofit economic development lender. Frazier and Fortis CEO Brian Smith described Fortis as a gap-financing lender that helps underserved entrepreneurs who cannot meet traditional bank underwriting standards. They said the organization has made 37 loans totaling more than $4 million since 2021, leveraged another $29.5 million, and created 314 jobs. Smith said Fortis typically charges around 6.5% interest, has had two defaults, and uses a revolving loan fund model that recycles repayments; members discussed how the proposal fits with other state economic development programs and whether Fortis should instead be part of a competitive grant process. The chair laid HF 2581 over for possible inclusion in a budget bill. The committee then heard House File 3707, brought by Representative Berg, which would extend confidentiality protections to unemployment insurance and paid leave judges and related staff by adding them to the definition of judges for purposes of protecting personal information. Berg and testifiers from the Department of Economic Development and MAPE said the bill responds to harassment and safety concerns, including threats, doxxing, and an attack near an office, and is intended to protect people making sensitive determinations. MAPE supported the bill as an update to existing protections for similar workers. Members raised concerns that the bill’s language was too broad, especially the reference to the paid leave division, and questioned whether it should cover only judges or also call-center and other staff. Department and committee members agreed the language likely needed narrowing and discussed possible amendments and whether to move the bill to Judiciary and then revisit it. No final vote was taken on HF 3707 during the discussion, and the bill remained under consideration for further language work.

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• I was trying to catch a break where I could ask for a leave of absence.
• This legislation, this bill, only applies to a Class Two...
• This bill only applies to a Class Two municipality, which, of course, is Mobile.
• It's going to be about a half a billion dollar development.
• So I wanted to add a little bit of a different flavor.

Bills: HB145, HB311

Keywords: HB145, scrap tires, scrap tire disposal, illegal dumping, ADEM, Alabama Department of Environmental Management, environmental enforcement, Class 2 municipality, municipal court, local enforcement, delegation agreement, primacy, waste management, tire recycling, tire hauling, environmental quality act, misdemeanor penalties, Class A misdemeanor, Class B misdemeanor, Class C misdemeanor

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• alien is convicted of a misdemeanor where the victim is a minor shall be sentenced to a class C felony
• What is meant to be a joke or a distraction to get them out of class creates a serious situation.
• Is that a class D as well? Um, I believe so. That's a class D felony also.
• They could be guilty of possession of stolen mail, which is a class A misdemeanor, but there would be
• There's a motion and a second, and a third to give the bill as substituted a favorable report.

Bills: HB2, HB43, HB49, HB94, HB137, HB156, HB200, HB250, HB3, HB42

Keywords: vaccination, parental consent, minors, medical consent, guardian approval, criminal procedure, split sentencing, probation, Class A felony, Class B felony, minimum confinement, out-of-state warrants, law enforcement, extradition, Alabama Code, arrest authority, interstate cooperation, tax exemption, seafood, retail sales

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• :15:13.839> a study because we're doing a study because we're doing a pre-ournament<00:15:15.120
• It's still a big ask: $5 million of taxpayer dollars in a time when we don't have a lot to give.
• have a dollars in a time when we don't have a lot<00:24:14.400> to<00:24:14.559> give.
• /c> we have a clearer picture, you know, a we have a clearer picture, you know, a year<00:43:07.440><
• It's a great bill. your final thoughts. It's a great bill.

Bills: HF1007, HF1152, HF1671, HF2258

Keywords: tourism, World Junior Hockey Championships, funding, economic impact, sports events, Minnesota, economic development, livability, marketing, partnerships, labor and industry, electrical licensing, electrical inspection, continuing education, online course approval, Internet continuing education, power limited technician, maintenance electrician, master electrician, technology circuits

Bills: SB 243, SB 1586, SB 1891, SB 1959, SB 2159, SB 2568

Keywords: wastewater treatment, environmental permits, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, package plant, environmental protection, water utilities, sewer services, ratemaking, regulatory authority, Class A B C D utilities, rate proceedings, financial integrity, aquifer, Edwards Aquifer, water injection, environmental regulation, groundwater management

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• Chair: All right, we have a one-bill calendar. Would you please call the first bill?
• Uh, in committee, this is a bill we had last year, but it's a little bit different from last year.
• non-existent, so I'm taking that money and reshuffling it into other agencies that are existing. was a
• I think was a amendment on on immunity.
• Bill receives a favorable report. Bill receives a favorable report.

Bills: HB483, SB133, SB133

Keywords: virtual currency, cryptocurrency, tax exemption, ad valorem tax, digital assets, regulatory preemption, juvenile court, juvenile delinquency, school notification, student safety, K-12, public schools, private schools, superintendent, principal, Class A felony, Class B felony, criminal charges, adjudicated delinquent, school discipline

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• You have to take a certain class.
• You have to take a certain class.
• You have to take a certain class.
• You have to take a certain class.
• You have to take a certain class.

Bills: HB329, SB5, HB329, SB5, HB43, HB75, HB396

Keywords: military installations, tall structures, local government, construction approval, wind energy facilities, archives, history, board of trustees, vacancies, government control, computer science, education reform, digital literacy, high school graduation, teacher training, education, public schools, constitution amendment, national anthem, weekly broadcast

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• a few words.
• Do I hear a this through the years. Do I hear a motion for a favorable report?
• Now they may notify a superintendent or a principal of a private school about a criminal act.
• I need a copy of it. I got a copy. Second, I need a copy of it. I got a copy for everybody here.
• Just a quick comment.

Bills: SB140, HB102, SB133, SB34

Keywords: Coach Safely Act, youth athletics, noncompliance penalties, Department of Public Health, youth athlete, dual enrollment, high school, community college, university, educational access, high school credit, juvenile court, juvenile delinquency, school notification, student safety, K-12, public schools, private schools, superintendent, principal

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• Or epilepsy. >> And I had a motion and a second. All in favor say I. >> I. >> Oppose. >> Okay.
• /c><00:12:32.720> couple passed it out of the house a couple passed it out of the house a couple
• This is one that brought it to a head. >> Very good. >> I have a motion on the amendment. >> So move
• Have a motion. >> Motion second.
• Have a motion. >> Motion second.

Bills: HB66, HB79, HB95, HB145, HB66, HB79, HB95, HB145

Keywords: elder abuse, financial exploitation, inheritance, joint tenancy, conviction effects, off-label, pharmacists, medical treatment, state board of pharmacy, employment protection, HVAC, air conditioning, heating, ventilation, warranty transfer, manufacturer warranty, consumer protection, home sale, residential real property, real estate

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• Epilepsy. >> Or epilepsy. >> And I had a motion and a second.
• And I had a motion and a second. All in favor say I. Opposed. Okay.
• manufacturer to a thirdparty warehouse. manufacturer to a thirdparty warehouse.
• them to make a direct impact. them to make a direct impact.
• I have a motion on the amendment. I have a motion on the amendment.

Bills: HB66, HB79, HB95, HB145, HB66, HB79, HB95, HB145

Keywords: elder abuse, financial exploitation, inheritance, joint tenancy, conviction effects, off-label, pharmacists, medical treatment, state board of pharmacy, employment protection, HVAC, air conditioning, heating, ventilation, warranty transfer, manufacturer warranty, consumer protection, home sale, residential real property, real estate

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• or cat as a misdemeanor.
• It's a class... Right now, it's a cruelty abandon, not a current crime.
• I have a question—how do you enforce this now? I have a question—how do you enforce this now?
• You see a lot of stray animals loose. Get somebody to take a picture of someone doing it.
• Well, you take it to a pound or a... You take it to a pound or a shelter.

Bills: SB64, HB249

Keywords: SB64, Alabama, state waters, public waters, aquatic plants, aquatic vegetation, lake management, waterway maintenance, environmental regulation, Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, DCNR, commercial contractors, vegetation removal, mowing aquatic plants, uprooting plants, Class C misdemeanor, fine, water quality, invasive species, lakes

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• This bill would establish the crime of interference with a first responder after receiving a... a first
• This makes... you can be arrested, and this makes this a Class A misdemeanor.
• Interference with a first responder in this case will be a Class A misdemeanor. misdemeanor.
• chance, this is a public... ...and given a chance, this is a public hearing, so we won't vote on it.
• But when you have a woman laying in bed, and you have a man saying, 'I rebuke that,' when you have a

Bills: HB403, HB224

Keywords: criminal enterprise, database, law enforcement, data privacy, criminal justice, HB224, Alabama, obstructing governmental operations, first responder, emergency responder, police, firefighter, EMT, paramedic, public safety, harassment, interference with emergency personnel, crime, Class A misdemeanor, emergency scene

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• It's nice to have a... It's nice to have a non-controversial one.
• I think simplification of a bill is a worthy thing.
• I think even with a municipal election, you have to file a statement.
• So that's a... That's a separate issue.
• You have a favorable report. You have a favorable report. You got that down?

Bills: HB250

Keywords: HB250, Alabama Ethics Commission, statement of economic interests, financial disclosure, candidate ethics, campaign finance, candidate filing deadline, qualifying papers, declaration of candidacy, independent candidate, ballot access, election law, ethics reform, public officials, public employees, asset disclosure, income disclosure, real estate holdings, indebtedness disclosure, late filing penalty

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• What, in my opinion, this bill does is require us to create a special class based upon their employment
• A a Class D felony instead of C on that line if either of the following... ...if either of the following
• Then on line 45, it's taking that from a Class B felony to C, so it's dropping them down one level of
• Do I have a second? Thank you. We got a motion and a second for a favorable report as amended.
• Okay, is there a second? I got a second. We got a motion and second. Comment? I have a question.

Bills: HB43, SB81, SB178, SB138, SB89, SB183, HB27, HB188, HB199, HB190, SB117, HB43, HB27

Keywords: criminal procedure, split sentencing, probation, Class A felony, Class B felony, minimum confinement, speedy trial, visiting judge, court administration, violent crimes, Alabama Supreme Court, employment, criminal record, certificate of employability, occupational licensing, negligent hiring, rehabilitation, limited relief, tribal police, law enforcement

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• a contract with a employ or enter into a contract with a qualified qualified qualified and<00:10:26.880
• other than a duplication. other than a duplication.
• to clean up a little. to clean up a little.
• If not, I'll entertain a motion. If not, I'll entertain a motion.
• have a second. Got a second from Ensler. have a second. Got a second from Ensler.

Bills: HB415, HB419, SB219, SB170

Keywords: police abuse registry, law enforcement registry, officer assault, assault on police, resisting arrest, battery on law enforcement, law enforcement injury fund, Back the Blue Act, Attorney General, clemency, pardon, commutation, rehabilitation costs, medical costs, public safety, criminal records, background checks, registry removal fee, privacy, due process

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• A quorum. A quorum is present. A quorum is present.
• The bill also creates a new definition for a depiction of a child and a depiction of a computer-generated
• Producing or distributing deepfake media without consent is classified as a Class A misdemeanor with
• class, that they will be classified and be in charge with a crime without having an exception.
• they may have a 17-year-old in your class.

Bills: SB20, SB1621, SB412, SB441, SB442

Keywords: child protection, sexual offenses, visual material, artificial intelligence, criminal penalties, law enforcement, defense against prosecution, obscenity, judicial officer, deepfake, deep fake, synthetic media, AI-generated content, machine learning, nonconsensual pornography, revenge porn, sexually explicit media, intimate images, digital manipulation, visual depiction

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• Firearms that are sent to a manufacturer: if a firearm is sent back to a manufacturer by an owner, the
• Same thing with a firearm that was given to a gunsmith.
• a background check?
• Same thing with a firearm that was given to a gunsmith.
• to charge possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony, there’s already a process for that

Bills: HB372, HB414

Keywords: HB372, Justice of the Peace Court, Delaware courts, Title 10, court administration, judicial staffing, county courts, Kent County, New Castle County, Sussex County, Wilmington, 24-hour hearings, court locations, court hours, magistrate court, access to justice, court consolidation, Delaware General Assembly, destructive weapon, possessing a destructive weapon

Summary: The House Judiciary Committee met and heard three bills. HB 372 would reorganize Justice of the Peace Court resources by shifting the number of judges and court locations among counties, consolidating overnight operations into a single 24-hour court in Kent County, and adjusting staffing to address workload and efficiency concerns. Chief Judge Alan Davis said the change responds to increased civil filings, automated enforcement, and staffing shortages, and that a Sussex County pilot closing a 24-hour facility had worked without major issues. Some members raised concerns about impacts on Sussex and Kent County, bail processing, and local response times, while public comment included one supporter. The committee voted to release HB 372. The committee then considered SB 324, which amends Delaware’s permit-to-purchase law to allow constable agencies, including those serving institutions like Delaware Tech, to purchase handguns for newly hired constables without duplicative background checks. Sponsor Representative Cook said the bill aligns constable procurement with existing law-enforcement exemptions while preserving gun-safety requirements. Public testimony included support from Delaware Tech and comments urging broader fixes to the permit-to-purchase law, including exemptions for retired officers with federal 218 credentials and clarification on firearms returned from manufacturers, gunsmiths, or police departments. The committee voted to release SB 324. Finally, the committee heard HB 414, which clarifies that the Superior Court’s exclusive jurisdiction over certain destructive-weapon offenses applies only to adults, while juvenile cases would still begin in Family Court. Sponsor Representative Romer said the bill preserves the Family Court’s role in handling youth cases and allows referral to Superior Court when appropriate. The Department of Justice said it still believes Superior Court is the proper venue for these serious charges, while the Office of Defense Services supported keeping youth cases in Family Court first, arguing that rehabilitation and juvenile-specific dispositions are more appropriate. After public comment, the committee voted to release HB 414, and the meeting adjourned.

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• Growing up in rural Utah, I learned in my gun safety class that when you held a gun, you had the power
• A victim receives a phone call, a text message, or an online message that appears to come from a loved
• The voice might sound like a child or a grandchild.
• Please note that a civil arrest is not a criminal arrest.
• good guy with a gun stops a bad guy with a gun.

Bills: HB372, HB414

Keywords: HB372, Justice of the Peace Court, Delaware courts, Title 10, court administration, judicial staffing, county courts, Kent County, New Castle County, Sussex County, Wilmington, 24-hour hearings, court locations, court hours, magistrate court, access to justice, court consolidation, Delaware General Assembly, destructive weapon, possessing a destructive weapon

Summary: The committee heard several bills focused on public safety, courts, and family law. House Bill 141, with House Amendment 1, would require the Department of Safety and Homeland Security to create a firearm responsibilities notice for firearm purchasers through licensed dealers, covering Delaware gun laws, safe storage, lost/stolen reporting, straw purchases, suicide prevention, and other safety responsibilities. Testimony from the NRA, Delaware State Sportsmen’s Association, Moms Demand Action, the Coalition for Safer Delaware, and Delaware State Police was uniformly supportive, emphasizing education, standardized dealer practices, and potential evidence for straw-purchase prosecutions. No committee questions were raised, and the bill was moved forward after public comment. House Bill 326 would create a new offense for theft by impersonating a family member, aimed at scams involving spoofed calls, texts, or online messages that pressure victims to send money. The sponsor described the bill as a response to increasingly sophisticated fraud enabled by artificial intelligence, and noted that a House amendment removed an original mandatory minimum jail term, leaving sentencing to the courts. No public testimony was offered on the bill. House Substitute 1 for House Bill 150 would prohibit civil arrests inside courthouses and certain Department of Labor proceedings, with the sponsor arguing that such arrests deter people from coming to court or seeking protection; the bill would allow criminal arrests and civil arrests only with advance written notice. No testimony was taken on that measure. Senate Bill 284, the First State Emergency Responders Act, would create a narrowly tailored offense for intentionally approaching within 25 feet of first responders at emergency scenes after crossing a barrier or ignoring warnings, if done to interfere, threaten, or harass. Supporters, including police, fire service, and sportsmen’s groups, said it would protect responders and preserve emergency operations, while the Office of Defense Services opposed it on First Amendment and overbreadth grounds, arguing existing laws already cover much of the conduct. Senate Bill 304 would amend Delaware’s safe school zone law to allow private schools to use trained, vetted sentries or similar security arrangements; supporters said it would give smaller private schools an affordable safety option, while the sponsor said the bill needed more work and should not move forward yet. The committee also heard Senate Substitute 1 for Senate Bill 314, which would clarify how courts handle evidence that a sexual assault complainant previously made a false allegation; DOJ and ODS said the substitute reflects a consensus approach, and YWCA Delaware supported it as a survivor-protective reform. Finally, Senate Bill 343 would expand methods for serving child support respondents in Family Court by authorizing service through certified mail and carriers such as USPS, UPS, and FedEx, addressing cases where people avoid in-person service using doorbell cameras and other technology. The Division of Child Support Services supported the bill as a practical update that would improve timeliness while preserving proof-of-delivery safeguards. At the end of the meeting, a motion was made and seconded, and the chair adjourned the session.

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• I didn't know there was a time limit. >> Yeah, I didn't know there was a time limit.
• is a fine that's up to $500 and then after the second violation would be a class. >> Okay.
• a free copy of it. a free copy of it.
• /c><00:08:37.360> uh but there first thing is a uh but there first thing is a uh a<00:08:39.680
• the second violation would be a class. the second violation would be a class.

Bills: HB454, HB429, HB454, HB429

Keywords: HB454, Alabama, local law, local legislation, legal notice, public notice, legislative notice, publication requirements, Section 106, constitutional notice, tampering with legislative record, criminal offense, Class A misdemeanor, House Judiciary, bill advertising, sponsoring legislator, unauthorized alteration, legislative process, new crime, publisher liability

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• I would say all of them, because a Class A felony is 10 to life... ...a Class A felony is 10 to life.
• on a Class A felony.
• That... say other than a sex offense, period. That is a Class A felony or B felony.
• A Class A felony carries a sentence of 15 to 99 years to life; that's a lot of discretion.
• Folks on Class A felonies do not receive good time.

Bills: HB43, SB81, SB178, SB138, SB89, SB183, HB27, HB188, HB199, HB190, SB117, HB43, HB27

Keywords: criminal procedure, split sentencing, probation, Class A felony, Class B felony, minimum confinement, custodial sexual misconduct, sexual misconduct, inmate abuse, prisoner exploitation, correctional staff, jail staff, detention center, probation officer, parole officer, Department of Corrections, Department of Youth Services, sheriff, county jail, municipal jail