Lori McCann — The chair calls on Representative McCann, who then asks questions challenging the claim that union meetings are mandatory and noting that paycheck deductions can be handled by checking a box.
David Leavitt — The chair introduces Representative David Leavitt as the next presenter for House Bill 544. Leavitt then introduces himself as the representative for Legislative District 25 and presents the bill, which increases military leave from 120 to 160 hours. The discussion concludes with the committee moving to send House Bill 544 to the floor with a due pass recommendation.
Megan Egbert — Representative Egbert is invited to ask a question, then raises concerns about why different categories of public employees are being treated differently under the legislation. She then speaks to the motion, noting constitutional concerns about applying the proposal unevenly, but says she will review the opinion and support the motion.